Archive for October 2020
The Debate Over Sausalito’s Marinship Is Not Over
The Bay Area's saltiest city has been discussing its blueprint for future growth, which has included debate over the Marinship, Sausalito's working waterfront.
Westwind Boat Detailing
Washing, waxing, varnishing. Serving the entire Bay Area for more than 30 years. “I have never seen the teak look so good."
Mill Valley Family Sails into Mexico
Combined with impending responsibilities back in the States, it felt like the prudent decision was to get north, away from electrical storms and torrential downpours — and to eventually repatriate.
Tales from the Northwest Passage: Arctic ‘Bricolage’, Part 2
In January this year we published, Tales From the Northwest Passage: Arctic ‘Bricolage.’ Written by the Resourceful Sailor, Joshua Wheeler the story featured a few ways the crew of Breskell, a 51’ wooden sloop, 'made do' while transiting the Northwest Passage in 2019. Here he offers a few more examples of bricolage on boats, and on land.
Are Elon Musk’s Space Launches Attracting UFOs?
While Elon Musk has been busy launching objects into space, it appears other beings have seen the activity and sent explorers to earth to discover the source.
Brickyard Cove Marina Has Slips to Rent
We are very excited to announce that we have completed our dock replacement project for A through G dock at Brickyard Cove Marina, and now have openings in most sizes.
Visions of the Wild Goes Virtual
The 7th annual Visions of the Wild festival goes virtual with a series of free monthly online events through its project 38°N.
Classic Schooner Viveka Relaunched in Richmond
The moment had been five years in the making. Viveka arrived at Rutherford’s Boat Shop in Richmond in 2015 for a full restoration. But the owner ran out of money and the project was stalled.
Bay Area Sailors Return to Mexico
It had been seven months, and naturally, we were a bit apprehensive. I'm happy to say we were pleasantly surprised!
KKMI Is Hiring!
KKMI respects and appreciates the specialized skills needed for our industry and is willing to offer an attractive compensation package.
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