Posts by John Arndt
Happy Birthday to Circumnavigator Jeanne Socrates
Our favorite "marathon" sailor, Jeanne Socrates, who, at age 77, became the oldest woman to circumnavigate the world solo and unassisted, turned 80 this week.
West Marine US Open Sailing Series Wraps in San Francisco
Olympic class racing is hard to find in the US but the foundation for future success is being built on both coasts with the West Marine US Open Sailing Series.
Baja Ha-Ha Search and Rescue Presentation by US Coast Guard
There are many things to know before you go. The USCG will be on hand at the Crew Party and in San Diego to help you understand more about Coast Guard Search and Rescue.
ILCA Sailing for Youth in Southern California and San Francisco Bay
The ILCA class is looking good with youth sailors like SoCal's Alex Fisher racing her way up the ranks.
More Good Reasons to Join the Baja Ha-Ha
Join in, make friends, sail south, and get a burgee and a cruising guide. All good reasons to aim toward the ultimate reward of cruising Mexico.
The Santa Cruz 27 Renaissance and the King Harbor Race
New boat owners, new fleets, new events are all helping keep the Santa Cruz 27 at the top of her game.
Speak Up To Allocate Available Federal Dredging Funds
Dredging has kept Bay Area waterways open for over a century. It's an ongoing process that needs the support of boaters and businesses to keep these waterways open.
The Baja Ha-Ha Far From Sea Level
Who said you can only Ha-Ha by the sea? Chris Maher took his 2022 Baja Ha-Ha burgee in the other direction, 14,505 feet up to the top of Mount Whitney.
Is Offshore Cruising or Racing More Fun?
Some people only race and others only cruise. Some know how to enjoy both. Jimmy Peter is one of those who relays the differences.
Clipper Cove Beach on Treasure Island To Be Closed to Boats?
A new plan by the Treasure Island Development Authority (TIDA) aims to restrict access to the beach in Clipper Cove to swimmers only.
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