Newport Aquatic Center

Back Bay EdVentures are back!
Sunday, June 7, 2026

1pm - 3pm

Hop into a triple-hull outrigger with an NAC steersman and explore Newport’s Back Bay like never before.

In partnership with the Newport Bay Conservancy, this guided eco-tour is all about connecting with the waters we paddle and row in every day—learning about the local wildlife, wetlands, and conservation efforts that keep this place thriving.

Then it’s time to kick back with a casual BBQ lunch by the water.

No paddling experience needed. Just bring your curiosity and a healthy appetite.

Nature, knowledge, and lunch by the water—what more could you want?

Register to claim your seat! LINK IN BIO!
https://pro.gofundme.com/event/nac-back-bay-edventures-tour/e702935

🎉 NAC Member Appreciation Day is Tomorrow! 🎉
You show up for NAC all year long — tomorrow is our chance to celebrate YOU.
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☕ Grab a coffee
🧢 Create your own custom NAC hat at the Hat Bar
💪 Take on the 500m Erg Challenge for a chance to win prizes
🌊 Learn more about the programs, camps, teams, and community that make NAC special
🦅 Connect with local Back Bay and wildlife education partners
☀️ Check out sun safety tips with Block the Blaze
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📍 Newport Aquatic Center
⏰ Activation Tent Open: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
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Whether you’ve been a member for years or just joined the NAC family, we’d love to see you. Come celebrate the community that makes this place so special.

Back Bay EdVentures are back!
Sunday, June 7, 2026

1pm - 3pm

Hop into a triple-hull outrigger with an NAC steersman and explore Newport’s Back Bay like never before.

In partnership with the Newport Bay Conservancy, this guided eco-tour is all about connecting with the waters we paddle and row in every day—learning about the local wildlife, wetlands, and conservation efforts that keep this place thriving.

Then it’s time to kick back with a casual BBQ lunch by the water.

No paddling experience needed. Just bring your curiosity and a healthy appetite.

Nature, knowledge, and lunch by the water—what more could you want?

Register to claim your seat!
https://pro.gofundme.com/event/nac-back-bay-edventures-tour/e702935

NAC Member Appreciation Day is almost here 🤙☀️
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Join us on June 4 from 7AM–12PM as we celebrate the people who make the Newport Aquatic Center so special - our members!
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We’re turning the washdeck into a full community morning with:
☕️ Coffee + community
🧢 Custom NAC hat making
🏆 All-day 500m Erg Challenge + prizes
🌊 Info on NAC camps, teams, programs & events
🦀 Back Bay + local wildlife education
☀️ Sun safety resources with the John Wayne Cancer Foundation’s Block the Blaze initiative
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Whether you’re a paddler, rower, weekend warrior, longtime member, or brand new to NAC — come hang out, connect with the community, and celebrate everything that makes this place special!
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See you on the washdeck!

Summer’s better on the water 🌊
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Looking for a corporate team building activity that’s actually fun? Bring your crew to the Newport Aquatic Center for an outrigger canoe experience this summer ☀️
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From relaxed paddles through the Back Bay to full team challenges on the water, our group experiences are designed to get people outside, working together, and having a good time. No experience needed — just bring your team and we’ll handle the rest 🤙
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✔️ Outrigger Canoes + Steersmen
✔️ Team Challenges & Races
✔️ Picnic + Hangout Space
✔️ Great for Companies, Teams & Friend Groups
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Come paddle with us this summer.
📍 Newport Beach
📧 Contact us to book your group reservation!

Summer Rowing Camp is almost here ☀️🚣‍♂️
And spots are going FAST.
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Our first week of our Learn to Row Camp is already SOLD OUT 👀
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If you’ve been thinking about signing up, this is your sign to lock in your spot before the rest of the summer fills up.
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Rowing for jr. high + high school athletes who want to learn the sport, build confidence on the water, and be part of an awesome team environment.
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🌊 Learn from experienced coaches
🌊 Train on the Newport Back Bay
🌊 Build friendships + teamwork
🌊 No experience necessary
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Don’t wait until your week disappears too 👏
Registration is OPEN now!

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From flat water to open ocean 🌊
NAC Paddler, Sue, took on the Santa Barbara Rig Run and found something bigger than just a race — confidence, strength, and a reminder of what’s possible when you step outside your comfort zone.
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What started as nerves, turned into power in the open ocean alongside the NAC paddling community 🤙
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These are the moments that make this sport so special — showing up, trusting the crew, and discovering what you’re capable of out there.
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Thank you, Sue, for sharing your story with our community 🩵
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Read the full reflection on The Washdeck Blog!

NAC We Are Ocean applications are officially OPEN 🌊🩵

If you are a cancer fighter or survivor, we invite you to apply for Camp We Are Ocean — an opportunity to reconnect with yourself, experience the healing power of the ocean, and be part of an incredible community of fellow fighters and survivors.

And if this isn’t for you personally, please help us spread the word by sending this to someone who could use it. You never know who may need this experience.

Because of the generosity of our donors, partners, and community, we are able to expand We Are Ocean and offer two camps this year. Thank you for believing in this mission and helping us create these experiences for cancer fighters and survivors.

This year we are beyond excited to offer TWO camp experiences:
🌊 Basecamp Catalina - sponsored by the John Wayne Cancer Foundation 🩵
🌊 Basecamp El Capitan

Applications are now OPEN.
https://newportaquaticcenter.com/teams/nacwao/nac-we-are-ocean-camp/

☀️ The summer starts on the water.
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Join the Newport Aquatic Center Junior Rowing Learn to Row Camp and discover why so many athletes fall in love with rowing. Whether you’re brand new to the sport or looking to build confidence on the water, this camp is designed to teach the fundamentals while creating an unforgettable summer experience.
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🚣‍♂️ No experience required
🌊 Train on the Newport Back Bay
💪 Build strength, teamwork, and confidence
☀️ Make friends and spend your summer outside
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Open to middle and high school athletes looking to try something new, challenge themselves, and be part of the NAC community.
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Spots fill quickly each summer — come row with us 🤙