April Outdoor Report

April 23, 2024

15 new ways to soak in the springtime scenery this April!

Kadena Outdoor Rereation

Sea Kayaking & Snorkeling at Blue Cave

Saturday, 13 April • 6:45 AM – Noon
$70 • Ages 7 & over

Jump in a kayak with us and we’ll take you to hidden coastlines, amazing rock formation & beautiful beaches. Let’s eat pizza after the trip. Please be sure to bring bottled water, change of clothes, sunscreen & snacks.

Fishing Trip

Saturday, 20 April: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
$70 • Ages 7 & over

Let’s catch the fish! ODR provides all the gear and we’ll give you tips on how to catch fish!

Mt. Katsuu Hiking – (Intermediate)

Tuesday, 30 April: 8:00 AM – 1:00 pM
$30 • Ages 6 & over

Say goodbye to the 2023 – 2024 hiking season! Mt Katsuu is a quick but challenging hike, with spectacular views of the island once at the summit.

FUN Ishigaki Island Hopping Trip

4 – 8 July (Fourth of July Weekend)

Sign up now!

$775 • Single room
Ages 12 & over
Explore Okinawa’s southernmost region!

Day 1 • Cycling & relaxing at the beach on Taketomi Island
Day 2 • Kayaking & canyoning on Iriomote Island
Day 3 • Cycling & relaxing at the beach on Hateruma Island
Day 4 • Snorkeling to watch Manta and beautiful coral

2024 Mt Fuji Trips!

Sign up at ODR starting May 1!

Kadena Marina

Dive Charters are BACK!

Available Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays every month! Kerama Islands Diver • $85 | Snorkeler • $75 Chibishi Islands Diver • $75 Cape Zanpa & Torii Reef Diver • $60 Check out Facebook @KadenaFSSMarina for the latest locations & availability! All trips include 2 tanks. Trips are subject to change based on weather and sea conditions.

Bubble Makers

Saturday, 13 April: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM Fairchild Pool $88 • Ages 8 & over $35 • RecOn Experience an action-packed day in the pool learning introductory scuba skills and completing our exciting Aqua Missions! Preregistration required.

Coral Keepers: Making Waves In The Ocean & Coral Conservation

Saturday, 20 April: 10:00 AM – 2;00 PM Celebrate Earth Day with 3 different ways to preserve the ocean: Cleaning Up the Keramas Dive Trip $90 • Per person $15 • RecOn Reusable bag included! Beach Cleanup & Demonstrations at Kadena Marina Free SUP YOGA & Water Clean Up Free

Okuma Beach

Camping with Pets

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM April $11 • Per camp spot Pet-friendly camping at Hillside Campground and access to West Beach available! Sign up at Outdoor Recreation Equipment Rental, bldg 121. Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Restrictions may apply. **Pets must be properly immunized, and proof of vaccination records are required.

Kadena ITT

Ie Island Lily Festival With Island Tour

28 April, 4 & 5 May • 7:15 AM – 5:00 PM $48 • Ages 13 & over (Adult) $35 • Ages 6 – 12 (Child) $6 • Ages 5 & under (Infant) ITT will take you on a short ferry ride to witness the enchanting lily fields, and an island highlights tour! See the famous war correspondent Ernie Pyle’s memorial, a historical cave that housed 1,000 locals during the Battle of Okinawa, the dramatic north cliff, and hike to the summit of Mt. Gusuku. The day ends at the lily fields with an annual festival with vendors and scenic sights.

Ogimi Village

Friday, 12 April: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM $20 • Ages 13 & over (Adult) $17 • Ages 6 – 12 (Child) $6 • Ages 5 & under (Infant) Spend the day seeing unique locations in beautiful Ogimi Village. Stop at a weaving museum and see the technique of bashō-fu (“banana fiber”) weaves. Next, take a short hike to Seven Falls spiritual power spot. Then, see the last of the iris blooms before the season ends.

Jungle ATV & Zip-lining

Saturday, 13 April: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM $117 • Ages Ages 16 & over (Adult) $99 • Ages 11 – 15 (Student) $53 • Ages 6 – 10 (Child) R4R • $25 Must be at least 48″ tall. Spend the afternoon in the trees on the zip-lining course. Then, venture through the jungle on ATV’s. *Ages 6 – 10 must share ATV with adult.

Bios on the Hill & Cave Okinawa

Saturday, 13 April: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM $41 • Ages 13 & over (Adult) $31 • Ages 6 – 12 (Child) $6 • Ages 5 & under (Infant) R4R • $24 Visit Cave Okinawa, a 655-foot limestone cave created millions of years ago. Then, visit Bios on the Hill & learn about Okinawa’s flora and fauna with a boat tour included. Please bring your own lunch or yen for lunch/purchases.

Onna Zip-Lining

Saturday, 20 April: 8:15 AM – 1;00 PM $43 • Ages 10 & over (must be at least 56” tall) $15 • R4R Fly through the trees on forest adventures’ jungle course. Also, spend time on their obstacle course with a tarzan bungee swing. 1 adult to 3 child ratio. Participant weight limit: 220 lbs. Gloves required

Banyan Tree Golf Course

Masters Tournament

Banyan Tree Golf Course Saturday, 13 April $60 • Registration fee This is the first of four majors for the year! The tournament will be an individual stroke play event and will be flighted by handicap, so make sure your GHIN is updated. *Green and cart fees paid separately.

Chibana Golf Course

Day/Night Golf 2-Person Scramble

Chibana Golf Course Saturday, 20 April First 9 holes • 4:00 PM Check in • 3:30 PM $50 • Per person Gear up for an 18-hole, 2-person event — 9 holes in daylight and 9 holes in the dark, illuminated by glow-in-the-dark golf balls and chem lights. Enjoy delicious food on the patio after the first 9 holes and stand a chance to win prizes for the top teams. **Kadena points awarded toward Kadena Cup.

Kadena Aquatics

Aquatic Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, 6 April • 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM $3 • Per child • Ages 3 – 14 Make a splash and find Easter treasures at Fairchild Pool! Everyone has a shot to finding the Golden Egg and win! Life jackets provided for children who cannot stand. Sign up online via WebTrac.

Hagerstrom Pool Opening Weekend!

Saturday, 4 May Subject to change.