Cruising
Pacific Puddle Jump 2021 to French Polynesia Is on Hold
Cruisers are on hold up and down the west coast of the Americas as they wait for the South Pacific island nations to reopen.
Sailing into the New Year ‘Round the Island
Every year on New Year’s Day, San Francisco’s boating community converges on the Alameda Estuary for ‘Round the Island — a semi-organized parade of watercraft that includes sailboats and powerboats and rowboats.
Sailing and Racing into the New Year
Midwinter race series continue, with some modifications due to the pandemic. Be on the lookout for late changes due to stay-at-home orders during this surge.
Shipwrecked
There were about 20 young Indonesian crewmembers — none spoke English, none knew how to swim, and all were in a state of panic, running back and forth.
Powerful Tropical Cyclone Yasa Slams into Fiji
The South Pacific island nation of Fiji is recovering from what is being called the most powerful cyclone to ever develop in the region.
Sailors Help Improve Data Collection on Floating Marine Debris
If you see debris from your boat, during a beach walk, or even on a social media post, share the details using the Floating Marine Plastic Debris Accumulation Reporting Tool.
Sharing More Memories of Mexico
If you do a Baja Ha-Ha, or if you did the Nada Ha-Ha because there wasn't an official Baja Ha-Ha this year, be careful, because you may be in for a much longer adventure than you anticipated.
Dreaming of a White Christmas
It can be hard to understand why some would choose to sail north until you see the raw beauty of the anchorages. Yes, it's cold, but if you're looking to get away from it all, this is the way to succeed.
Checking into Mexico in Cabo San Lucas
A lot of sailors are under the impression that checking into Mexico in Cabo San Lucas is impossible or difficult. There are a few changes in the procedure for checking in there.
Sailors Celebrate Veterans Day in Petaluma
Richmond based sailor, Dale Land took a trip up the Petaluma River to celebrate Veterans Day with friends. "It's become an annual trip," he said.
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