Posts by LaDonna
Photo of the Day Revealed
This photo was taken just outside Ell Cove on the east side of Baranof Island in Southeast Alaska. Some of the more exotic guesses were Scotland, Crater Lake and even Costa Rica. More »
Abby Sunderland to Stop in Cape Town
Abby is undoubtedly disappointed in having to end her quest for the record, but she should be proud of what she’s accomplished so far.
© 2010 Gizara Arts
It was announced on Abby Sunderland’s blog yesterday that the 16-year-old record-seeker would be stopping in Cape Town, South Africa, to deal with a potentially dangerous autopilot problem. More »
This Weekend’s Big Doin’s
All sorts of good stuff is going on this weekend, starting with Marinship Day tomorrow at the Sausalito West Marine from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Being held in conjunction with the Spaulding Boat Center’s Open House — and with a raffle and BBQ benefitting the Center — the event will feature a boater’s swap meet (to take the place of the former Anderson’s swap meet) and a Port Supply tradeshow. More »
Folkboat Available for Donation
So shines a good deed in a weary world. This International Folkboat is ready for a new home in a youth sailing program.
Cosimo
©2010 Latitude 38 Media, LLC Reader Michael Colin emailed an interesting request the other day: "I have a cherished 1973 International Folkboat located at Channel Islands Harbor in Oxnard that I’d like to donate to a youth sailing program that will actually use it and not just sell it. More »
©2010 Latitude 38 Media, LLC Reader Michael Colin emailed an interesting request the other day: "I have a cherished 1973 International Folkboat located at Channel Islands Harbor in Oxnard that I’d like to donate to a youth sailing program that will actually use it and not just sell it. More »
Little Fawn Wrecked, Then Rescued
The crew of Southern Cross were greeted by this sad sight when they arrived at Agua Verde in early April — Little Fawn holed on the beach.
Southern Cross
©2010 Latitude 38 Media, LLC Martin and Robin Hardy of the 52-ft trawler The Cat’s Meow are at it again. More »
©2010 Latitude 38 Media, LLC Martin and Robin Hardy of the 52-ft trawler The Cat’s Meow are at it again. More »
Boat Show Revelry
Gentle breezes and warm temps greeted showgoers at Strictly Sail this weekend.
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©2010 Latitude 38 Media, LLC Strictly Sail Pacific couldn’t have been held on a more beautiful weekend — perfect for viewing boats in their ‘natural habitat’, so to speak. More »
©2010 Latitude 38 Media, LLC Strictly Sail Pacific couldn’t have been held on a more beautiful weekend — perfect for viewing boats in their ‘natural habitat’, so to speak. More »
Plans to Thwart Outboard Theft Ring
Dinghies and their motors are probably the most common target of thieves in the cruising community, and Harry Hazzard of the San Diego-based Beneteau Idylle 51 Distant Drum reports on a rash of such thefts in Barra de Navidad, just south of Puerto Vallarta. More »
Every Sailor’s Nightmare
Five containers fell from a ship off Bolinas on April 2. The Doublehanded Farallones Race started the next morning.
© 2010 Tim Sell
Sailing into a half-submerged container is every sailor’s nightmare. More »
Last Chance to Win Gear
A few months ago we set up a survey about how you feel about the magazine and website. We want to thank those who took the 10 or so minutes to complete the survey, and let them know we’ll be selecting the winners of the random prize drawing tomorrow. More »
Storm Wreaks Havoc in Vancouver
Two of the four boats that washed up on the Kits Beach in Vancouver, B.C., after they dragged anchor in English Bay during yesterday’s big blow.
© 2010 Denise Brook
The south coast of British Columbia was pummeled by a winter-like storm yesterday, with winds up to 54 knots downing trees, killing power to 6,000 people, and sending several boats onto Vancouver beaches. More »
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