Posts by Christine Weaver
US Sailing Honors California Sailors for Rescues
The US Sailing Safety at Sea Committee awarded the prestigious Arthur B. Hanson Rescue Medal to two California crews who performed man-overboard rescues.
Racing Around the South Bay on a Sunny Weekend
The weekend was a busy — and rather beautiful — one for midwinter yacht racing. But beauty didn't always translate to great racing conditions.
Rolex Big Boat Series Embraces ORC Rating Rule
When handicap fleets line up to compete in the Rolex Big Boat Series, they will be racing under ORC rather than ORR.
New Blackaller Buoy Ready for Action
Ron Young texted 'Latitude' to alert us to the placing of the new Blackaller buoy.
Alameda’s ‘Round the Island Cruise Makes a Comeback
A new year means another ‘Round the Island cruise — and a return to Alameda’s tradition of open yacht club hospitality on New Year’s Day.
Rolex Sydney Hobart Race a Bash in Heavy Weather
After being canceled at the last minute in 2020 due to COVID-19, the 2021 Rolex Sydney Hobart Race happened in Australia last week.
Webinars and Seminars This Month
Take advantage of the long, dark evenings of winter to practice lifelong learning.
Riding on the Southern Oscillation Seesaw
"During El Niño and La Niña years, I heard the phrase 'Southern Oscillation' from meteorologists. What does this mean?"
Yacht Racing to Look Forward to in January
The January 2 Golden Gate Yacht Club race is postponed due to COVID.
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Why You Might Need a Fishing Net
"My daily trash pickup from water at slips."
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