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The Bad and the Good in Mexico
Boats grounded in La Paz during last month's Hurricane Norma have become the target of looting and vandalism.
It's All About Sailing
This week’s co-hosts John Arndt and Ryan Foland get back to basics with yacht clubs — the community, the benefits, the stigma, and the battle to get more people on the water.
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We look forward to welcoming you to Banderas Bay!
#OptSailing
We've already checked the weather report, and the next four days are looking good! Will you #optSailing?
Princess and the Pea
If you're struggling to find the right Christmas present, we recently received an excellent suggestion.
Maritime History and Geography
We hope you are challenged, entertained, and educated by our short story question-style trivia questions.
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Ah... the Romance of the Sand
The Baja Ha-Ha's annual From Here to Eternity Kissing Contest is a rollicking good time, with partners lining up on the sand for their turn to roll in the surf.
Use your head
A sign of the times. Do you know where this one is hanging?
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Always Learning
The simplicity of sailing provides endless pleasure, while the maintenance gives a chance for lifelong learning.
From the Magazine
Max Ebb and Lee Helm discuss solutions to sharing a bareboat charter with flying bugs.
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Island Yacht Club's Midwinter Series
Sons and fathers had a great day on the water — and did very well — at the first Island Yacht Club Island Days race.
Trapeze Act
Hans Henken and skipper Ian Barrows earned a gold medal at the Pan Am Games in Chile.
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A Community Milestone
Last month, Chico Yacht Club members gathered to celebrate 50 years of sailing activities and adventures.
Sailor's Stories
We're sending Keith the 'Latitude 38' Classic Covers T-shirt — December 1977 — which, he tells us, reminded him of an incident that occurred in that month, of that year.Â
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Dynamic Duo
Richmond Yacht Club's David Liebenberg sailed with his skipper Sarah Newberry Moore in the Nacra 17 class to secure an Olympic berth for the US.
Sailors' Stories
Paul Cayard is a National Sailing Hall of Famer, Olympian, several-time World Champion, and former executive director of the US Sailing Team.
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Enjoy a peaceful stay in the heart of Ensenada at Ensenada Cruiseport Village.
It's the Seasonal Vibe
The Bay Area sailing community is opening its door for everything from movies to art shows to live music and lighted boat parades.
Announcement
The USCG has issued a notice regarding security zones around the San Francisco waterfront this week.
Give the gift of Latitude 38
'Tis the season of lighted boat parades, crisp winter winds, hot chocolate and … gift giving.
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West Coast Sailing Fame
The National Sailing Hall of Fame has inducted its 13th class into the growing body of sailors recognized for their achievements and contributions to sailing.
What's Going on Here?
Something doesn't look quite right in this month's Caption Contest(!) photo.
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Fast Foiling
Daniela Moroz earns another gold medal, this time at the Pan Am games in Algarrobo, Chile.
Picking Up the Pieces
In the aftermath of the fire that swept through Maui's coastal town Lahaina, many boat owners are trying to rebuild, including those whose vessels once served the local communities.
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We look forward to welcoming you to Banderas Bay!
End of the Adventure
As the 29th Baja Ha-Ha draws to a close at Squid Roe, Cabo, the Poobah shares some comments on 'Boat Bum Gal's sinking at the entrance to Turtle Bay.
He Was Framed
Jim DeWitt's art continues sailing into more people's lives with a new art installation in Point Richmond.
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Rudderless
The Gibraltar orcas have done it again — boat sunk off the coast of Morocco.
The Cure for Sailing
Persistence pays off for Fernando Rosero when he takes the helm of his dream boat, 'Merlin.'
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West Coast Boating Facilities
A few weeks ago, 'Latitude 38' received a letter expressing concern about Santa Barbara's plan to reduce or completely close part of the city's free anchorages along its beachfront over concern for underwater infrastructure.
Great Listening
Tune in as Nicki Bennett and Ronnie Simpson chat about the Global Solo Challenge and the transformative power of sailing.
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Stand and be recognized
Calling all racers. It's time to submit your entries for the 2023 Wosser Trophies. Whether you've won a single race or not, these are still within your grasp.Â
Looking Good
Petaluma sailors Rich and Laura Brazil have just flown to La Paz, anxious about their 1987 Nauticat 43Â 'Tally Ho' that was in port during the recent hurricane.
Four Years Later
Captain Jerry Boylan of Santa Barbara has been found guilty of negligence over his handling of the fire aboard the dive boat 'Conception' that killed 34 people in 2019.
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Baja Happenings
A beach party, a boat sinking, and just the thrill of sailing offshore — surely that's enough excitement for one week? But no, now add lightning to the list.
Galloping South
Migrating south is a fall tradition for many species, including sailors. As they head south they see new stars and cross many climate features recorded and named by history's navigators.
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A Question for the Nation
Reading about 'Lucky Dog's dilemma in the October issue brought up the core reason why she was almost abandoned in the first place: the loss of her spade rudder.
California's Sunshine Coast
San Diego sailors have it good. After Monday's magnificent start to the Baja Ha-Ha we took a tour through the San Diego sailing community.
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Not So Funny
Sadly, the Nicholson 38 'Boat Bum Gal' hit the rocks and sank trying to enter Turtle Bay late last night.
More Boat Fires
A fire broke out at Marina Palmira, La Paz, in the early hours of Thursday morning, resulting in several destroyed or damaged boats.
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Welcome to Mexico
Leg one of the Baja Ha-Ha delivered superb conditions, and the fleet is now catching their breath and basking in the sun in Turtle Bay.
Golden Ticket Winner
Adam, a member of the Sierra Point Yacht Club, began sailing on SF Bay in the early 2000s as crew aboard a racing J/35.
Fall Sailing in Review
October was a big month: fall-themed regattas, Oktoberfest, Halloween and more!
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Visit Vallejo Marina and enjoy the guest and fuel dock, free pump-outs, full service boatyard and chandlery, plus two restaurants!
Boats Burning
Firefighters were called to a blaze involving three boats at Oyster Cove Marina, South San Francisco, this morning.
Sailing Stories
Chris Weaver chats with Bill Stange, Gary Burton, and Randy Leasure, all of whom broke Westsail 32 records in the 2023 Singlehanded Transpacific Yacht Race.
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We look forward to welcoming you to Banderas Bay!
Halloween High Jinks
Richmond Yacht Club hosted yet another great Great Pumpkin Regatta last weekend.
Their Calendar and Our Calendar
Getting a good calendar is the ultimate start to a new year.
Good Reading for Everyone
This month's issue is one of our favorites, with a great variety of stories from sailors and about sailing from all perspectives.
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