Posts by John Arndt
Help Name Alameda Marina’s New Park ‘Svendsen Maritime Park’
If you have stories or memories of how Svend Svendsen or his Boat Works made a difference in the community, innovation, or in your life, share them now to support naming the new park at Alameda Marina 'Svendsen Maritime Park' in his honor.
SHE DID IT! Singlehanding Phenom Cole Brauer Finished Global Solo Challenge
Cole Brauer is set to become the first American woman to finish a solo around-the-world race in the next 24 hours, after just over four months at sea.
Three-Masted Clipper ‘Stad Amsterdam’ Sails Under Golden Gate Bridge
Though the weather for stunning morning photos was uncooperative, today's 7:30 a.m. arrival of the 'Stad Amsterdam' was nonetheless impressive after its 25+ day voyage north from the Panama Canal.
2024 Optimist Team Trials Coming to San Francisco Yacht Club
If you want to look on the bright side of life, surround yourself with Optimists.
Olympian JJ Fetter Calling for US Sailing Resignations
US Olympic medalist and longtime US Sailing volunteer JJ Fetter wrote US Sailing President Rich Jepsen asking for resignations.
An Olympic Send-Off for Daniela Moroz at StFYC Wednesday Yachting Luncheon
Olympic kite-foiling representative Daniela Moroz was celebrated at a farewell gathering at the St. Francis Yacht Club.
Applications Now Open for Women in the MerConcept Grand Prix Program
Applications are now open for women sailors to join an elite Open Fifty trimaran circuit with the goal of having a woman skipper in the 2026 Route du Rhum.
Good Jibes #131: Melinda Erkelens on Keeping Sailing Fun and Sustainable
Melinda has sailed over 30,000 nautical miles — including 10 races to Hawaii — and has spent 19 years as general counsel for three America’s Cup teams.
The Ficker Cup Leads Into Long Beach Yacht Club’s Congressional Cup
Ficker Cup and Congressional Cup match racing returns to Long Beach Yacht Club in April.
The Trade Winds Take a Caribbean Vacation in the RORC 600
The RORC Caribbean 600 took off from English Harbour on Monday, sailing straight into rare, fluky conditions.
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