Posts by John Arndt
South Pacific Bound
We always love spending time in our booth at the Pacific Sail & Power Boat Show as we reunite with old friends, make new friends and connect with readers and sailors from all over the West. More »
See You at the Boat Show
Today is set-up day for the Latitude 38 crew who, along with hundreds of other exhibitors, are getting our booth, #C1, ready to welcome you to the Pacific Sail and Power Boat Show at the Craneway Pavilion and Marina Bay Yacht Harbor in Richmond this Thursday through Sunday. More »
April Latitude on the Docks Today
For our 40th anniversay we borrowed a classic San Francisco Bay sailing scene from the inimitable Jim DeWitt, whose work has always showcased the magic of sailing the Bay.
© 2017 Cover image Jim DeWitt / Cover graphics Latitude / Annie
The March of time. More »
Get Discounted Boat Show Tickets
If you’re planning to go to Pacific Sail & Power Boat Show on April 6-9 at the Craneway Pavilion and Marina Bay Yacht Harbor in Richmond, you can use the Latitude 38 discount code LATITUPBS17 to save money when you purchase tickets online in advance here. More »
A Deeper Dive into the Delta
This summer you’re anticipating another lazy spinnaker run up the Delta as you head to your favorite anchorage among the tules and look forward to jumping in for that first freshwater swim. More »
Warrior Sailors Race in SCYA Midwinters
At the Southern California Yachting Association’s Midwinter Regatta on February 11-12, crewmembers included military veterans who had only learned how to sail a few months earlier.
The Warrior Sailing Program (WSP) was founded in 2013 with a mission to introduce wounded, ill and injured military and veterans to the sport of sailing. More »
Opening Day Turns 100
In the olden days, Opening Day had a more literal meaning.
© PICYA Archives
In April 1917 Woodrow Wilson decided it would be a good idea to join the ‘war to end all wars’. More »
Tahoe Sailors Practice Patience
Tahoe sailors may need to be extra patient this year.
© 2017 Bryce Griffith
You’ll likely have to wait just a bit longer to sail Lake Tahoe this year, as the region has received more than 50 feet of snowfall. More »
NOAA to Update Marine Charts
Ever wonder if your charts are old, outdated or missing new information?
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) published a National Charting Plan last week outlining the agency’s efforts to modernize its entire catalog of nautical charts in the coming years. More »
Having the Time of Their Lives
Two Californians traveled to the New York Yacht Club to pick up their reward and recognition for receiving the prestigious US Sailing Rolex Yachtsman and Yachtswoman of the Year awards. Given out since 1961 and sponsored by Rolex since 1980, the awards recognize male and female sailors who have demonstrated on-the-water excellence and superior results at international and/or national events. More »
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