Archive for July 2021
PNW Race Week Statement About MOB Sailor’s Death
A month after Greg Mueller died in an MOB incident while racing in the Pacific Northwest Race Week, the event released this statement.
New USCG Air Station To Be Built in Ventura
A new $53 million Coast Guard Air Station will be built at Naval Base Ventura County in Point Mugu.
Closing the Deal
"You've pushed it too far!" he yelled as he fired up the dinghy, in essence kicking us off the boat. "You don't trust me! That's it!"
Volunteers and Crew Celebrate Progress at Spaulding
Last Friday saw the completion of Spaulding Marine Center’s 2021 summer camp season. And with the upcoming launch of the nonprofit’s Boatworks 101 apprenticeship program, the team thought it was a good opportunity to get volunteers and crew together to celebrate the success of the camp, progress on the Pelican fleet, and their upcoming marine technician program. More »
Mixed Fortunes in the Transpac
The rest of the competitors in the 51st Transpac Race from Los Angeles to Honolulu have finished, but one boat was not so lucky.
KKMI Is Hiring
Are you a boat-wizard?
Aussie Rower Launches Second Attempt at Ocean Crossing
After spending a month in Monterey conducting repairs, restocking, and reevaluating his journey, Jason is planning to set out again this week.
First Transpac Finishers Arrive in Oahu
The first finishers in the 2021 Transpac race are just beginning to sail across the finish line at Diamond Head Buoy.
Olympic Sailing Will Begin Tomorrow in Enoshima
Sailing events will start on Sunday, July 25 (actually tomorrow, Saturday, on our side of the dateline).
The Resourceful Sailor Shares His Stern-Tie Tips
We loved this MacGyvering legend's ingenious stern-tie setup.
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