Posts by Monica Grant
OCC’s 2020 Jester Award Goes to Jack van Ommen
Jack van Ommen has been awarded the Ocean Cruising Club's 2020 Jester Award in recognition of his years-long journey to circumnavigate the globe before his 80th birthday.
KKMI: Join Our Team
Are you an experienced rigger? Contact KKMI for an immediate start.
Randall Reeves Awarded CCA’s 2020 Blue Water Medal
Randall Reeves has been awarded the Cruising Club of America's (CCA) highest honor for his "first-of-its-kind circumnavigation."
Chartering the Pacific Northwest: Pine Trees, not Palm Trees
When the tide is going out, which is usually stronger due to the amount of rainfall and numerous rivers, all that water mass wants to get out to sea. Look at the chart and imagine all the blue stuff headed west — don't fight it, ride it.
USCG Breaks Ground for New Search and Rescue Facility in Vallejo
The 13,200-sq-ft facility will include a new boat bay for small-boat maintenance, berthing for 14 watchstanders, a galley, command center, training room and fitness room.
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It’s Herring Festival Time at Cass Gidley Marina, Sausalito
"This is a lively event on the Sausalito waterfront to celebrate the fishing and maritime history of Sausalito, to promote the SCBC agenda of environmental stewardship and education, and to raise funds for SCBC!"
Telling Stories About Sailors and Sailing
One of the best aspects of telling stories about sailing is that we get to write about the people and the sport we love most.
Sailing a Classic: the Perfect Birthday Celebration Aboard Freda
Three friends celebrated a birthday in classic style aboard the historic vessel Freda.
Stormy Winds Send Sailboats Adrift
It was a sleepless night for many Sausalito boat owners Monday night into Tuesday morning as stormy winds sent boats scudding across the Bay.
Old Bronze Portlights: Sealing the Pane
The windowpane seals and gaskets on the opening portlights of Sampaguita, my 1985 Pacific Seacraft Flicka 20, were showing age. At first, it was daunting to consider taking these oval, bronze portlights apart.
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