Golden Rule Visits Bay Area

As reported earlier, here and in Latitude 38, this wooden 34-ft ketch was resurrected from a Humboldt Bay mudflat a couple of years ago, and was painstakingly refurbished by a team of dedicated volunteers, many of whom are members of the Veterans for Peace organization. 

The Golden Rule holds a special place in the hearts of antiwar and anti-nuke activists and sympathizers, as she was the first vessel to attempt being a nonviolent impediment to nuclear testing in the Pacific islands, and her crew — one of whom was a former US Naval officer — is credited with inspiring many subsequent anti-nuke efforts.

Following recent visits to Monterey and Santa Cruz, the Rule is expected to arrive beneath the Golden Gate sometime this Sunday. You’ll know her by her tanbark sails emblazoned with a peace sign and a white dove. She’ll be in the Bay for three weeks from Sunday through October 10, September 21 being the International Day of Peace. Viewing locations have not yet been announced, although either Berkeley Marina or Sausalito is likely. Check out the website for details or call Gerry Condon, National Board Vice President of Veterans for Peace, at 206-499-1220.