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This is not a Fairy Tale
A large brown pelican dropped in on Jack Sloane's Tahiti Ketch 'Briar Rose' as he and crew Richard vonEhrenkrook were sailing from Bodega Bay to San Francisco Bay for the Master Mariners Regatta.
Sailors' Stories
In this week’s 'Good Jibes', John Arndt is joined by lifelong sailor, Senior Vice President, Development, for US Sailing, Blaine Pedlow.
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Hard on the Wind
The beauty and art of sailing come ashore at Emery Cove Marina.
Air Time
Over 300 kiters came out to rip it up in Banderas Bay at this year's Festival del Viento Nayarit.
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Today we pause to remember and give thanks to those who sacrificed so we can do what we love.
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Giving Thanks.
A Fitting Tribute
The Alameda City Council has voted to name the marina's new park "Svendsen Maritime Park."
Olympic Score!!
David Liebenberg has become the third Bay Area sailor to qualify to represent the US in the Paris summer Olympics.
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Rubicon spends more time with buyers and sellers than any other Bay Area yacht brokerage. This hard work translates into more boats being sold and more boats for sale.
Wind Shift
Finally, we can all get back to sailing.
Too Good to Miss
Two weeks after registrations for the 30th Baja Ha-Ha opened, 71 boats had signed up for the annual cruising rally to Mexico.
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A Splinter Group
Memorial Day brings lots of traditions. In the Bay Area. One of them is the annual Master Mariners Regatta.
Sailors' Stories
Kimball Livingston has been covering sailing in the Bay Area since the 1970s and is the staff commodore for youth sailing at St. Francis Yacht Club.
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Heading Across the Pacific
Nicole Miller is a passionate Bay Area sailor who regularly sails aboard another of this year's entrants, 'Jubilant'.
From the Magazine
Max Ebb and Lee Helm discuss the many facets and importance of looking after your race crew.
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The West Coast Waterfront
The Washington Yacht Club, a student-run nonprofit at the University of Washington, may be effectively shut down after repairs to docks and infrastructure.
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If you've got gear lying around the house, dock box or lazarette, we've just added a feature to help you get it to someone who needs it more than you.
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Sailing with the Gods?
Jim Hancock, founder of the Sailing Science Center, gave us some history of the Freya 39, how the boat got its name, and why he named his boat 'Solstice'.
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Classic sailboats, unique yachts, model boat building and more! Join the fun and save the date: June 23 at Corinthian Yacht Club.
It's all in the name
Presto! Translated into English, this Italian word is generally taken to mean "quickly." We're therefore guessing that is how Sue and Joe Dazey of the 48-ft Chris White-designed catamaran Presto like to sail.
Conditions That Vex Sailors
The Singlehanded Sailing Society's Singlehanded Farallones race had most of the ingredients for a great day.
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Honor Maritime Trades
The proposal to name the new park at Alameda Marina 'Svendsen Maritime Park' is coming before council at next Tuesday's meeting. Your support can help!
The Bay Area Waterfront
After the A's abandoned their plans to build a new stadium on the Estuary, the debate continues over Oakland Waterfront Development.
Shoreside sailing
The Pacific Sail & Power Boat Show is open and ready for visitors with marine businesses and organizations ready to show and demonstrate sailing all weekend.
Reserve space now by calling (916) 777-6055 or email [email protected].
It's Still Happening
The 50-ft sailboat 'Alboran Cognac' sank after being attacked by orcas approximately 14 miles off the coast of Cape Spartel, Morocco.
Listen in
This week’s host, Moe Roddy, is joined by 15-year-old wingfoiler Henry Vare. Hear how wingfoiling compares to sailing, about the races Henry's most proud of, and more.
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Dressing up for Safety
No matter where you're working, share the #safeboating message by wearing your life jacket and posting fun pictures on social media for a chance to win a prize.
Shiver me Timbers
Catching up on the dockside news from the Farallones, Europe, Mexico, the deep, blue ocean and Redwood City. Short Sightings captures some of the news that washed across the foredeck after that last, deep trough.
For the Love of Print
We here at 'Latitude 38' are fortunate enough to have a steady stream of comments, emails and letters, but the crop is thin this month, and we need your help.
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Classic sailboats, unique yachts, model boat building and more! Join the fun and save the date: June 23 at Corinthian Yacht Club.
Long Days are for Sailing
A warm, clear, fog-free Friday night had most beer can racers dressed in short sleeves, soaking up the last of the evening sun.
Wind Indicator
Sunday afternoon sailors on the Oakland Estuary had an otherwise beautiful day of sailing marred by a serious-looking fire that broke out in the Port of Oakland.
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The Kids Are Champs
Eighteen high schools vied for a trophy and a foundation-sponsored trip to a regatta in Annapolis at last month's Northern League Championship.
Gaining More Skills
Spinnaker Sailing San Francisco’s racing clinic aboard the Express 37 fleet was held late last month, under clear skies and in light winds, with 24 students joining in the fun.
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We're Going to the Show
The Pacific Sail & Power Boat Show is next weekend, Thursday, May 16 - Sunday, May 19, at Westpoint Harbor, Redwood City.
Hang them on the wall
And now, for your viewing pleasure, we introduce … April, a snapshot of sailing and sailors everywhere.
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Supporting the Ocean
Blue Frontier' enjoyed a "Celebration of the Sea" highlighting the work being done by Bay Area organizations and individuals promoting ocean and coastal environmental work.
Against the Ebb
Race, cruise, sail and sing. If you haven't found a reason to get off the dock you might want look at some upcoming events and activities.
Enjoy a Casual Sail
Believe it or not, some people just go sailing for the fun of it. No start times or race rules.
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Be Ready!
The annual Baja Ha-Ha Cruisers Rally is setting off on its 30th voyage in November, and you're invited. Registrations open at noon on Thursday, May 9.
The Sounds of Sailing
Emily is the program director at Alameda Community Sailing Center (ACSC), winner of US Sailing’s 2023 Outstanding Community Sailing Program Award.
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Listen Up!
Bay Area yacht clubs are collaborating to bring more out-of-town speakers for talks at multiple yacht clubs.
For the Love of Print
I wanted the tactile satisfaction of holding the magazine in my hands, so I was on a mission to find a copy of 'Latitude 38' on the San Rafael waterfront.
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