General Sailing
Max Ebb: Cast Off Your Chains
In the February issue of Latitude 38, Max Ebb explores the weight of a traditional anchor rode versus a carbon fibre boat.
The “Where’s Waldo?” of Sailing — Where’s S/V ‘Freedom?’
In which secluded bay, in the Sea of Cortez, have Kirk and Charlene Wagner been enjoying their winter aboard their sailboat, 'Freedom Kirkland?'
Critical Oakland Estuary BCDC Hearing on Wednesday
Oakland Estuary advocate Brock de Lappe is reaching out for support this week from sailors willing to speak out for a cleanup of boats along the Oakland shoreline.
Support Cal Maritime through Yacht Donation
Yacht donations are vitally important to supporting our students and programs. More info: cmafyachtdonation.org.
St. Francis Yacht Club Offers Spring Sailing Education Opportunities
St.FYC has announced four 2023 spring sailing education courses including Women's J/22 Spring Race Instruction Team, Match Racing Clinic Series, Get Your Feet Wet, and J/80 Ladies.
Don’t Miss Richmond Yacht Club Sail a Small Boat Day
Everyone is invited. Free rides available on a first come, first served basis.
Ocean Plastics Meet Turtle, Again
Every little bit helps when it comes to removing plastic from the ocean. Especially when you are the turtle whose life is hanging in the balance.
Cyril Kollock Reflects on His Grandfathers’s 110 Sailing Days
A recent 'Good Jibes' podcast with Millie Biller, about 110 sailing, led to a few beautiful old photos of another 110 sailor's life in the 1950s.
Angel Island Ferry To Go Electric in 2024
Angel Island Ferry has announced a partnership with PG&E to develop California's first zero-emission, electric propulsion short-route ferry beginning in 2024.
New Hank Easom Buoy Launched at Yellow Bluff — Now a Final Farewell
Not long after we published this story on the new Hank Easom buoy at Yellow Bluff, we received the following email from Ron Young. “It is with great sadness that we write with the news that Hank Easom passed away around 9:15 pm, Tuesday, February 14, 2023.
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