Maritime History
Mistress II Masters the Master Mariners Regatta
After the Master Mariners Regatta entries took their competitive tour of San Francisco Bay on Saturday, May 27…
Eight Bells: Buddy Melges Passes Away at Age 93
Tributes are racing in for legendary sailor and boat builder Harry Clemons “Buddy” Melges Jr., who passed away on May 18, 2023.
Master Mariners Gather Ahead of Annual Race on the Bay
We caught up with dozens of wooden-boat sailors at the Master Mariners Benevolent Association's Sponsor Luncheon last Friday.
Catching Cal Maritime’s ‘Golden Bear’ Coming and Going
By chance, we saw Cal Maritime Academy's 'Golden Bear' coming and going through the Bay over the past year.
The Ageless Tradition of Master Mariners Racing: A Stark Contrast to SailGP
People often ask, "When did sailboat racing start on San Francisco Bay?" The answer is, about the time the second sailboat arrived.
Cruising Destination Petaluma — The Egg Basket of the World
'Latitude 38' crew member Heather Breaux joins a sail up the Petaluma River and experiences the region's timeless beauty and serenity.
Latitude 38’s May Issue Is Out Today
'Latitude 38's May issue is out today! Get your hands on a copy and start catching up on all the great sailing and sailors' stories inside.
America’s Schooner Cup Showcases Classic Glory
Fifteen schooners competed in the 2023 America's Schooner Cup in San Diego.
Kirsten Neuschäfer Takes Line Honors and Wins the 2022 Golden Globe Race
Kirsten Neuschäfer has won the 2022 Golden Globe Race, and has became the first woman to win a solo, round-the-world yacht race.
George Bush and the Line Behind the ‘Mayflower’
Next time you see a line trailing in the water behind someone's boat, rather than criticize, remember the story of John Howland.
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