Maritime History
Schooner ‘Seaward’: The Quiet Legacy Behind Call of the Sea
There aren't many schooners on the Bay, and Call of the Sea's 'Seaward' remains one of the most active.
Get Salty With a Maritime S.F. Walking Tour, and Shoreline Lake’s “Yearly Sale of Cool Stuff”
Next time you want to explore the Bay, enjoy a free guided tour that takes in San Francisco's maritime history, on foot.
Invitation to ‘Clover’s Open Day With VetsBoats In Richmond
'Clover' floats again after nine months on the hard. Visit 'Clover', learn more about her restoration, and support VetsBoats at the open house on Wednesday, October 1, from 9 a.m.
It Takes a Family — ‘Gold Star’ Sails in the Great Schooner Race
Gold Star finished mid-fleet but we didn't break anything and no one got hurt. That counts as a very good day on one of these big wooden sailboats.
My Voyage Aboard USCGC ‘Eagle’
This summer, Will Sofrin had the rare privilege of sailing aboard the USCGC 'Eagle,' the Coast Guard's iconic barque, from San Francisco to San Pedro.
‘Pi’ to the 50th — A Remembrance To Remember
'Pi' was completed in 1972, with family and friends celebrating her launch in Santa Cruz Harbor.
A Labor Day Salute to the Maritime Trades
Boat care, maintenance and restoration require both skilled marine tradespeople and space along the shoreline for the businesses to do the work.
Latitude 38 September Issue Out Today
This month's stories include the 50th anniversary of 'Pi', voyaging on the USCGC 'Eagle', the Cal Maritime crew's Transpac race, and many more.
Golden Rule Sails Mission for Peace Around the Bay
The Veterans For Peace protest flotilla, led by the 34-ft ketch 'Golden Rule', sailed across the Bay on August 20.
“My Name Is Leo, I’m a Boatbuilder and a Sailor” Who Restored ‘Tally Ho’
After a seven-year restoration, 'Tally Ho' arrives from the Pacific Northwest to sail under the Golden Gate Bridge.
Receive emails when 'Lectronic Latitude is updated. SUBSCRIBE