Posts by Monica Grant
Changes in Latitudes — Science From a Sailboat Aboard ‘Rafifi’
Dr. Melissa Ward and a ragtag group of scientists set sail aboard 'Rafifi 'to study evolutionary biology on island archipelagos across the world.
Happy Holidays to Our Readers, Advertisers, Supporters and Friends
From our crew to yours: We wish you all a safe, happy sailing-filled holiday season!
Good Jibes #224: Laura Muñoz on the YRA and Racing, With Host Fritz Baldauf
This week’s guest Laura Muńoz talks about her transition from the equestrian world to working with the S.F. Bay Yacht Racing Association.
A Boat Donation Helps BAADS
After my partner Stan Pawlak passed away, his Beneteau Oceanis 41 'Believe' was donated to BAADS.
SV ‘Stargazer’ Becomes a Fully Fledged Kid Boat
When David and I first sailed Stargazer to Mexico in the 2011 Baja Ha- Ha, it was with a couple of friends. When we returned to the Ha-Ha last year, the crew included our daughters, 13-year-old Emily and 10-year-old Harper, and Stargazer was — and is — a fully fledged kid boat. More »
Barra de Navidad 2026 Cruise-In Week and Fiesta de Veleros Soon!
The 2026 Barra de Navidad Cruise-In Week starts on Friday, February 6, and continues until Sunday, February 15.
Petaluma Lighted Boat Parade Adds Sparkle to the Basin
The 2025 Petaluma Lighted Boat Parade, hosted by the Petaluma Yacht Club, was a resounding success.
Good Jibes #222: Commodore Tompkins on 600,000 Miles of Sailing, With Host John Arndt, Pt. 2
Hear Commodore's most memorable stories including the time he was featured in "Sports Illustrated," the spicy origin of his boat's name, and much more.
Max Ebb — Forecasting Time
If I was ever going to race my own boat to Hawaii, I needed a boat that would get me there before the parties were over.
Lighted Boat Parades Adorn the Bay
The lighted boat parades have been cruising the Bay from Petaluma to South Beach and beyond.
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