Posts by Andy Turpin
‘Sumatra II’ Skipper Recovering from Loss
Happy to be alive, Jerry poses with Scarlett Lucy’s captain after safely reaching Sydney.
Scarlett Lucy
©2009 Latitude 38 Media, LLC "I think the actual grieving over the loss of Sumatra may come later," explains Dr. More »
©2009 Latitude 38 Media, LLC "I think the actual grieving over the loss of Sumatra may come later," explains Dr. More »
Ha-Ha Entry Packets Shipping Today
Our fingers are sore from stuffing packets. Inside, sponsor flyers pitch attractive offers – such as up to 50% off on berthing along the coast.
latitude/Annie
©2009 Latitude 38 Media, LLC Despite our gloomy economy — or perhaps because of it — there is no shortage of cruisers preparing to head south this year with the annual Baja Ha-Ha cruisers’ rally. More »
©2009 Latitude 38 Media, LLC Despite our gloomy economy — or perhaps because of it — there is no shortage of cruisers preparing to head south this year with the annual Baja Ha-Ha cruisers’ rally. More »
Today Is World Oceans Day
Another way to celebrate World Oceans Day today is to go sailing!
latitude/LaDonna
©2009 Latitude 38 Media, LLC No, this is not just another lame Hallmark Holiday. When the United Nations recently designated June 8 as World Oceans Day, its aim was to increase public awareness of the dire state of the world’s underwater ecosystems, and to inspire both public and governmental action. More »
©2009 Latitude 38 Media, LLC No, this is not just another lame Hallmark Holiday. When the United Nations recently designated June 8 as World Oceans Day, its aim was to increase public awareness of the dire state of the world’s underwater ecosystems, and to inspire both public and governmental action. More »
Cruisers Head for Tahiti Rendezvous
Chris and Lori of Mandolin strike a pose at the equator as they toast their new status as shellbacks.
Mandolin
©2009 Latitude 38 Media, LLC Dozens of westbound cruisers will be gathering at Papeete, Tahiti, later this month to take part in the 4th annual Tahiti-Moorea Sailing Rendezvous, a free three-day event (June 19-21) intended to celebrate the fleet’s safe arrival in French Polynesia, while exposing them to local traditions, sports, entertainment and cuisine. More »
©2009 Latitude 38 Media, LLC Dozens of westbound cruisers will be gathering at Papeete, Tahiti, later this month to take part in the 4th annual Tahiti-Moorea Sailing Rendezvous, a free three-day event (June 19-21) intended to celebrate the fleet’s safe arrival in French Polynesia, while exposing them to local traditions, sports, entertainment and cuisine. More »
Around the Americas
Prior to departure, Schrader (far right) and his crew strike a pose with Seattle’s renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly (with eye patch).
© Courtesy Around the Americas
Having already sailed in all of Earth’s oceans, two-time circumnavigator Mark Schrader is now captaining a unique expedition dubbed Around the Americas, which aims to raise awareness of the issues threatening the marine environment — including global climate change. More »
Elusive Crew Safe in Fiji
Wendy and Steve are longtime sailors whose boat was well prepared for offshore passage-making.
latitude/Andy
©2009 Latitude 38 Media, LLC Having been forced to abandon their Ventura-based J/44 Elusive in mid-ocean, the Bott family and their principal rescuers, John and Renee Prentice, arrived safely at Lautoka, Fiji, May 22 aboard Scarlett O’Hara. More »
©2009 Latitude 38 Media, LLC Having been forced to abandon their Ventura-based J/44 Elusive in mid-ocean, the Bott family and their principal rescuers, John and Renee Prentice, arrived safely at Lautoka, Fiji, May 22 aboard Scarlett O’Hara. More »
Prime Time for Youth Sailing
“Starboard!” Kids will be learning to sail all over the Bay this summer. Seen here are young salts from Tiburon YC.
© Pat Lopez
Summer’s here and the time is right for . More »
Teen Circumnavigator Set for Final Leg
Seen here in Durban, South Africa, Zac has had a remarkable journey. He now has only 3,000 miles to the finish line.
© Laurence Sunderland
When a Southern California 16-year-old named Zac Sunderland set out from Marina del Rey last June, determined to singlehand around the world, many doubted he would make it. More »
J/44 Elusive Sinks from Unknown Causes
Wendy and Steve wave goodbye, shortly before jumping off from Zihua last spring.
latitude/Andy
©2009 Latitude 38 Media, LLC If you’ve ever shunned the idea of buddy-boating, this sad news may cause you to reassess your attitude. More »
©2009 Latitude 38 Media, LLC If you’ve ever shunned the idea of buddy-boating, this sad news may cause you to reassess your attitude. More »
Cruisers Hopeful About Landers’ Survival
For this year’s Pacific Puddle Jump fleet, the elation from having arrived safely in French Polynesia was dampened when one of their own went missing. As reported earlier, singlehander Billy Landers’ Islander 36 Emily Pearl was found May 4 sunk in near-shore waters along the coast of Nuku Hiva, one of the principal islands of the Marquesas. More »
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