Bioluminescent algae

I've heard rumour of bioluminescent algae in Tomales Bay during the fall. Has anyone seen this or know when the best time of year may be to experience this while paddling? I've been wanting to see this myself, but want a time when the odds are best. Driving from Sacramento, so looking to plan ahead a little.

Clavey has bio tours just go to their site and go at the same time



http://shop.clavey.com/exploring-bioluminescence-in-tomales-bay-p1015.aspx

Yes, I have seen it once at Tomales Bay.  Lost my head lamp the same night!

It's probably toxic waste

I've seen bioluminescent plankton before during night dives.
You turn off your light so that its pitch black.
Then wave your arms around and let the light show begin.
It's pretty cool to see underwater. 

That does sound pretty cool. Where were you diving at?

I've seen bioluminescent plankton before during night dives.
You turn off your light so that its pitch black.
Then wave your arms around and let the light show begin.
It's pretty cool to see underwater. 

Got the same experience during a night dive at the break water in Monterrey for the PADI certification.

I've seen bioluminescent plankton before during night dives.
You turn off your light so that its pitch black.
Then wave your arms around and let the light show begin.
It's pretty cool to see underwater. 

Got the same experience during a night dive at the break water in Monterrey for the PADI certification.

First time I saw it was there too during PADI cert.....25 years ago 

It is very striking and memorable, it'll be worth it. If you go with Clavey's lemme know I'll go too.
-Amos