Environmental News
World Ocean(s) Day, Sunday, June 8
What keeps your boat afloat? The ocean.
Ocean Voyages Institute’s SV ‘Kaisei’ Sinks at Dock in Alameda
SV 'Kaisei', the flagship of Ocean Voyages Institute's cleanup operation Project Kaisei, has sunk at her dock in Alameda.
Grounded Sailboat Creates Possible Marine Hazard in Alameda
A dismasted sailboat has run aground at Crown Beach off the south shore of Alameda.
Emergency Seaglider Recovery Needed in the Pacific — Can You Help?
Students at the University of Washington are looking for sailors in the Pacific who can help retrieve a seaglider before it runs out of power.
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.
Trump Plans To Reopen Alcatraz as a Prison
Future Alcatraz "tourists" could be on a one-way trip to the island.
BoatUS Raises Concerns About DOGE Defunding of NOAA
The defunding of NOAA is a threat to the safety and vitality of mariners. BoatUS is speaking up for boaters.
S.F. Blue Tech and Sofar Ocean Drop Data
New, bright-yellow data buoys known as Spotters have arrived on the Bay and off the coast.
Tomorrow We Sail Into Earth Day
The 12-month sailing season of the California coast gives you plenty of time to hoist your sails to celebrate Earth Day.
Berkeley Marina Cuts the Ribbon on New Green Energy Vehicles
Berkeley Marina is celebrating the addition of a new electric RIB and five electric vehicles to its management fleet.
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