2020: The Year I Learned to Singlehand my Folkboat

November 23, 2020

I’m trying to be thankful, and in addition to my lovely family, one thing I’m thankful for is that 2020 is the year I learned to singlehand my boat.

Sailing Turkey’s Turquoise Coast

The Sunday before we were set to fly to Greece, we were banned from entering the EU. By some miracle, we were able to charter a yacht in Turkey.

Who’s Who in this Mexico Gathering?

November 20, 2020

The Baja Ha-Ha celebrates cruising everywhere in Mexico, including racing off Zihua to raise money for Sail Fest.

The Latest America’s Cup News

The first racing between the teams will be the Prada America's Cup World Series Auckland and Christmas Race coming up on December 17-20.

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.

Boat Fire in Richardson Bay a Harsh Reminder

November 18, 2020

An anchored boat caught fire in Richardson's Bay last weekend. While there has been no official statement, scuttlebutt alleges the fire was preceded by an explosion.

Catalina Yachts Announces Loss of CEO Frank W. Butler

Frank Willis Butler, President and Chief Executive Officer of Catalina Yachts, passed away on November 15, 2020, in Westlake Village, CA.

Taking a Sailing Break on San Francisco Bay

We had about as beautiful a weekend as one could hope for in the middle of November for sailing on San Francisco Bay. Saturday provided good breezes.

The Perfect Cruising Ground — A Matter of Perspective

November 16, 2020

We'd sailed for hundreds of miles to get to know David's first grandchild, whose family lives near Melbourne, Australia, and to partake in family holiday madness.

When Sailors Are Artists

Maritime artist John David Taylor sent us pictures of a couple of his paintings, one of which depicts IDEC SPORT winning the Jules Verne Trophy in 2017.