Posts by Monica Grant
Good Jibes #173: Turkey Trot, Sweetheart, and Survival Off Costa Rica (Verbatim)
In this episode of 'Good Jibes', we bring you three stories from the 'Latitude 38' archives: “Turkey Trot Offshore 2024;” “Exploring Baja Surf on S/V 'Sweetheart';” and “Triumph of the Spirit — The Odyssey of Bill Forrest.”
Etchells West Coast Spring Series Kicks Off in San Diego
San Diego is gearing up for the Etchells West Coast Spring Series, starting with the Bill Bennett Cup on January 18-19
Barra de Navidad Cruise-In Week Scheduled for February
The eighth annual Cruise-In Week and Fiesta de Veleros will take place in Barra de Navidad, Jalisco, Mexico, from February 8 to 16.
January Caption Contest(!) — Starting the Year Right
Welcome to our first Caption Contest(!) of 2025. Help us start the year right and give us your best caption.
The Story Behind December Caption Contest(!)’s ‘Mona’
December's Caption Contest(!) of the damaged catamaran 'Mona' received dozens of comments. Here's the story behind the photo.
Wishing You a Happy New Year
We hope 2025 finds you on the water, cruising, racing, day sailing, just chilling on the hook, or whatever floats your boat.
Oh, SNAFU! January Latitude 38 on the Docks Tomorrow
Well, 11 out of 12 ain't bad … the January issue of 'Latitude 38' will be on the docks tomorrow, not today as planned. In the meantime, check out the preview
Jack van Ommen Makes the Deal on a New ‘Fleetwood’
Our much-loved friend Jack van Ommen is once again the owner of a new boat.
Santa Cruz Slammed as California Coast Experiences Heavy Surf
The California coast has been slammed by 20-30-foot waves and heavy swells, causing major damage in coastal towns such as Santa Cruz.
Happy Holidays From the Latitude Crew!
Safe and Happy Holidays to all our friends, readers, and sailors near and far.
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