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This month we bring you a historical photo that chills us to the core. Check it out! Then leave us your caption.
Latitude Nation Loves Their Dinghies and the Childhood Memories They Stir
Sailing a dinghy is an amplified and more connected version of the already extraordinary feeling, where speed/planing are almost on tap. But dinghies also beckon to one's childhood.
Weekend Weather Washes Boats Ashore in Port San Luis
'Latitude' reader Jeff Chamberlain sent us images of three boats washed ashore in Port San Luis after Sunday's stormy weather.
The Resourceful Sailor Asks, “Is It Varnish or Vanish?”
"I’ve heard it said that you should only varnish your boat once. Right before you are going to sell it."
Examining the Current Culture and Demographics of College Sailing
The Inclusivity, Diversity, and Equity Task Force has released a report on its second survey on diversity and inclusion in collegiate sailing.
Talking About What Has Changed in Sailing, and What Hasn’t
Some aspects of sailing have changed dramatically, while others remain pretty much the same.
Sausalito’s Working Waterfront Takes Center Stage in Innovation
The Sausalito Working Waterfront Coalition is continuing its mission to retain the Marinship waterfront as a home for innovation, activation and creation in both maritime and land-based businesses, and the artist community.
Join the ‘LL King Tide Event as Rising Waters Swamp Bay Area Foreshores
King tides are coming this week. Get amongst it and be part of the wave of activity flooding the Bay Area and West Coast.
Red Rock, the Least-Famous Island in San Francisco Bay, Has a $25 Million Price Tag
Is Red Rock art, yet another symbol of extravagant wealth run amok, or just a slice of nature to be avoided and admired as we sail by?
How Many Days a Year Do You Sail the Bay?
Emeryville sailor Craig Russell wrote us last week to share some if his sailing story, and asks how many days a year other sailors get out on the Bay.
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