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New Role for Sailing Enthusiasts
The 2021 Summer Sailstice ambassador program gives you an opportunity for an official role in getting the world sailing on June 19.
The Passing of a Royal Yachtsman
"We raced against him many times when 'Yeoman' was a Sigma 38 ..."
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When Escorting a Giant Into the Bay
Kimberly Kaleo was on the Bay to escort USS 'Oakland' into port for the Navy trimaran's commissioning ceremony last weekend.
Racing Starts Today
It's race weekend for SailGP in Bermuda as the extreme foiling catamaran series launches the start of their second (third?) season.
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Looking Good on the Water
George Scott and his crew entered their first OYRA race together aboard s/v 'Freyja', and they had a blast!
Whales' Playground Becomes Safer
"Critical habitat protection will help safeguard ocean areas essential for migrating and feeding. The designation will ensure that federally permitted activities do not destroy or harm important whale habitat."
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'Get to Know Jeanneau' at Club Nautique in Alameda, CA, is on this weekend! Come and see some of Jeanneau’s best-selling models at this 'by appointment only' event.
When Sailing Goes to Pot
Though pot is now legal in California and many other states, the USCG is a federal agency, and while aboard your boat you do come under their jurisdiction.
Keeping it Clean
Tomorrow, April 22, will be the 51st Earth Day. With mariners in mind, the California Division of Boating and Waterways sent in these Earth Day tips.
Sign up for the 2021 Baja Ha-Ha
Bahia Tortuga, aka Turtle Bay, is the second stop in Baja Ha-Ha XXVII. So funky, so fun, such great people. Room for 1,000 boats to anchor.
Picking up more than just a good read
Tom found a Golden Ticket when he picked up his copy of 'Latitude's April issue at Fortman Marina in Alameda.
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Another Easy 'Bash' Up the Coast
David Cohan shares his experience of sailing north from Santa Barbara to San Francisco aboard his Southern Cross 35 cutter, 'Synergy'.
Off the Shores of Newport Beach
Balboa Yacht Club in Corona del Mar will host the 2021 Youth Match Racing World Championship on August 9-14 in Governor's Cup 22 sloops.
Or You Could Simply Subscribe
When we ask, West Marine always explains that they put us back there for the same reason 7-11 puts the milk and beer in the back …
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"Encinal Yacht Club had their first Spring Twilight Race on April 9," writes Fred Fago. "It was a cool evening with a nice steady breeze."
Removing Trash from the Ocean
"I was struck by how much debris and trash existed right in the Bay and Alameda Estuary, so I began to pull trash from the waterways using just a net."
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Wanted: US Coast Guard-licensed captains for charters and private lessons. For power & sail. Hourly rate from $50 up. Weekend and weekday work available.
On a Wing and a Player
Have you tried "winging," foiling, SUPing, or other new(ish) watersports? Do you get excited when a new trend hits the water?
Why Not Stay a While?
While Morro Bay is a well-protected harbor of refuge for boats traveling north or south, it's also a worthy destination on its own.
What is in Those Purple Bags?
Ruth and Marvin were looking for a new place to have dinner one night and came across Ana Bananas. Here they found 47 Crown Royal pouches said to contain the ashes of their deceased owners.
The Fun of Beer Can Racing
While race committees everywhere strain to set perfectly square lines and courses that create the elusive, mythical 'fair' sailing arena, the average Friday night race is set up to fire a gun and go, regardless of what's out there.
Maneuvering in tight Spaces
According to Merriam-Webster's online dictionary, the third entry of "warp," as a verb, defines it as: "to move (something, such as a ship) by hauling on a line attached to a fixed object."
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Get to Know Jeanneau at Club Nautique in Alameda, CA. You’re invited to come and see some of Jeanneau’s best-selling models at this 'by appointment only' event.
Will the Season Opener Be Canceled?
The SailGP Season 2 opener on April 24-25 in Bermuda is in jeopardy. The island country is on lockdown due to a surge in coronavirus cases.
Launching a Cruising Adventure
In this month's 'Latitude 38' magazine, we caught up with Mary Elkins and Tim Lewis aboard their Oyster 435, 'Euphoria Too.'
Latitude 38 Classy Classifieds
Are you looking at selling your boat? Don't delay. The May issue Classy Classified deadline is tomorrow! Thursday, April 15 at 5 p.m.
Local Landmark Needs Help
On April 1, the power cable connecting East Brother Light Station to the rest of the world broke. Unfortunately, the news was not a joke. The island is now without power.
Competition and Socializing on the Cityfront
St. Francis Yacht Club opened registration for the Rolex Big Boat Series last week.
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Will Cruisers Make the Jump?
French Polynesia is considering opening its borders to tourists, under the condition of Coronavirus vaccinations.
471-ft Trimaran to Visit Oakland
The USS 'Oakland' will be sailing under the Golden Gate Bridge on Wednesday, ahead of her commissioning ceremony at Pier 22, Oakland.
Oops We're Doing it Again
Kirk wrote to us and admitted he had given us a bum steer about s/v 'Freedom's location. It turned out the naysayers were right.Â
Bay Area Kitefoiler
Daniela Moroz will join the US SailGP Team as they compete in SailGP's second season.
What Is Going On Here?
Happy mid-April, readers. For this month's Caption Contest(!) we have a photo with a difference. What do you think is going on in this picture captured by Larry White?
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An Ocean of Visual Wonder
The 18th International Ocean Film Festival (IOFF) is set to roll and ticket sales are now open. This year’s annual Festival will screen a record 80+ films from 17 countries, including 10 premieres and 9 award-winners.
Racing the Clock
The MOD70s Phaedo3, Maserati, Concise 10 and PowerPlay have been a powerful force in the record-hunting world. PowerPlay has just knocked off one of the tougher records, on a very challenging course.
Latitude 38 Classy Classifieds
Are you looking at selling your boat? Don't delay, get your ad ready now for the May issue Classy Classified deadline: Thursday, April 15 at 5 p.m.
Get Set to Return to Mexico
Plans are underway for the 27th Baja Ha-Ha, with registrations due to open at noon on May 6.
Beer Can Racing Continues
During our trip north, we received as warm a welcome as possible during a pandemic from Santa Barbara Yacht Club.
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Sailboat No Longer Lost
Last Friday we put out a request to our readers to find a long-lost love. The missing love was a sailboat (of course) — the former flagship of St. Francis Yacht Club, 'Kate II'.
California J/70 Fleets
Brian Mullen brought his Bay Area-based J/70 Orange You Glad to California Yacht Club in Marina del Rey in March.
There She Was
When we wrote about the mystery surrounding 'Freedom's exact location at the time of the much-talked-about photo, we weren't ready to commit to a location. But now …
Bow (Wow) Crew
Dogs watching dogs during the daytime dogwatch in Richmond Yacht Club's Wednesday night beer can series last week.
Who Guessed Right?
Our recent photo of Kirk and Char Wagner's boat 'Freedom' and her dinghy resting ashore prompted the question of where the photo was taken. We received a lot of answers!
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Kayaker Meets Sailboat
Well, readers, it's over to you again. Could a little homemade sailboat find its way to Emery Cove, all the way from Hawaii?
Regattas and Racing Rules
YRA Summer Series, BYC Wheeler Regatta, Racing Rules Webinar, Point Bonita Buoy Off Station, Ocean Racing Opens Up
Another Long Lost Sailboat
'Kate II' took a lot of kids sailing while she was the flagship of St. Francis Yacht Club, and she made me a happy skipper.
Rescued From Angel Island
We started the oven and heated a pizza, and while I took my first bite I felt rising water on my foot.
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Sailboat Racing at Fiesta de Veleros
In December, we didn't think we could do any fundraising at all due to COVID restrictions preventing large gatherings, plus so many snowbirds aren't even here this year. So 'Baja Fog' floated the idea of a sailboat race …
Do you want fries with that?
Water intake, fuel filters, oil filters, and water filters are all there to prevent problems. But if they're full of seaweed ...
Did you send us your photo?
Did you get out sailing in March? It has been an incredible spring for many sailors. This month’s Sailagram feed is full of photos submitted by our readers, the real sailors who make our community so amazing.
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