Events
River Heritage Days
Looking for something unusual to do on the water this weekend? Why not take part in the annual Petaluma River Festival, today through Sunday. Because the event is primarily a celebration of the river’s history, both the authentic scow schooner Alma and the Chinese junk replica Grace Quan will be featured ‘guests’ of the celebration. More »
Baja Ha-Ha Entries Top 150
More than 150 boats have paid up for the 21st running of the Baja Ha-Ha Cruisers’ Rally, from San Diego to Cabo San Lucas, which starts October 27 with stops at Turtle Bay and Bahia Santa Maria. More »
Understanding Mexican Import Rules
As regular readers know, various agencies of the Mexican government have been taking steps lately to streamline immigration and boat-import procedures. In some cases it’s been two steps forward, one step back — especially in terms of government website glitches. More »
Delta Doo Dah Deadlines
Sunset at Venice Island on the San Joaquin River.
© 2014 Steve Andersen / Thetis
Have you done the Doo yet? As Labor Day approaches, this season’s Delta Doo Dah cruising rally is winding down. More »
Legends Collide at Wooden Boat Festival
The Wooden Boat Festival in Port Townsend, Washington, will kick off with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to hear three sailing legends.
© 2014 Northwest Maritime Center
If you’re planning a trip up to Port Townsend for the 38th annual Wooden Boat Festival at the Northwest Maritime Center, September 5-7, be sure to get there a day early for an extraordinary special event you won’t want to miss. More »
The Delta Doo Dah Starts This Weekend!
Jeff and Annie Cook’s bristol 33-ft Sprague Annie sailing through Carquinez Strait on the way upriver.
latitude/LaDonna
©2014 Latitude 38 Media, LLC Although Delta Doo Dah DIY 2014 starts tomorrow, don’t worry because you’ve actually got all summer. More »
©2014 Latitude 38 Media, LLC Although Delta Doo Dah DIY 2014 starts tomorrow, don’t worry because you’ve actually got all summer. More »
Life Jacket Inspections/Exchange
The California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways is hosting a lifejacket trade-in program statewide this coming Saturday, May 17 from noon to 2 p.m. Families are encouraged to bring their lifejackets to any of the 46 statewide locations to have them professionally inspected. More »
Delta Doo Dah Kickoff Party
The families aboard two multihulls enjoy a little beach time just off Piper Slough near Bethel Island.
latitude/Chris
©2014 Latitude 38 Media, LLC If you’re destined for the Delta this summer, you’ll definitely want to drop in at Berkeley Yacht Club this Friday night, May 9. More »
©2014 Latitude 38 Media, LLC If you’re destined for the Delta this summer, you’ll definitely want to drop in at Berkeley Yacht Club this Friday night, May 9. More »
Pyrotechnics Demo & Training
As sailboat owners we are required to carry flares on board as a safety precaution. Unfortunately, we are prohibited by law from practicing with them. So many of you might have questions about how to use your flares. More »
Strictly Sail Pacific Boat Show
Don’t miss this year’s Strictly Sail Pacific boat show. Once again, Oakland’s Jack London Square is where all your sailing friends will be this April 10-13. Of course there will be numerous new boats on site and dozens of new products to check out at the indoor and outdoor exhibitor spaces. More »
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