Posts by Monica Grant
Good Jibes #191: Joshua Wheeler on DIY-ing as The Resourceful Sailor
This week we chat with Joshua Wheeler, aka The Resourceful Sailor, whose DIY tips and tricks regularly feature in 'Lectronic Latitude'.
Velella Velella Everywhere, Including in the Bay
Sailing the central Bay last week, I literally ran into thousands of 'Velella velella' floating in a swath approximately 1000 yards long.
Wind in Their Sails — Death and Resurrection
Walking up to 'Balclutha', I was mesmerized by the tall masts and yardarms, and I visualized going up the ratlines to break out the sails.
Visit USCG Auxiliary’s Annual Water Safety Fair on May 17
The USCG's annual Water Safety Fair is on Saturday, May at the USCG Station in Sausalito.
Sailors Go on the Lamb at Angel Island
A bunch of sailors escaped the ordinary hustle and bustle of a Bay Area Saturday to gather at Angel Island for the annual "Lambstravaganza."
Sailagram: A Snapshot of April Sailing
There are so many smiling faces among the photos we've decided to call April the month of "happiness on the water."
31st Baja Ha-Ha Entries Open Friday, May 9
The Poobah says the 2025 Baja Ha-Ha will be the last. Sign ups open on Friday.
Good Jibes #190: Rolex Los Angeles SailGP — Behind the Scenes, Part 2
This week host Ryan Foland joins us from the Rolex Los Angeles SailGP on March 15–16, to wrap up his behind-the-scenes coverage.
The Resourceful Sailor Makes a Caulk-Trimming Tool
When faced with the wrong or less-than-practical tools, what can a resourceful sailor do but make their own?
Waterfront Pickers Play for Call of the Sea’s Annual Celebration
The Waterfront Pickers is a group of local sailors who come together to celebrate the Bay with their own brand of salty bluegrass.
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