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Patagonia Hosts Crew of ‘Hōkūleʻa’
Held together by six miles of rope with no nuts, no bolts, and no screws, the Hōkūleʻa‘ is an oceangoing canoe tethered together by trust, tradition, and Polynesian culture. Several of the crew who arrived in San Francisco on September 24 assembled Wednesday night at a San Francisco Patagonia retail store to share stories about their experience as navigators with the Polynesian Voyaging Society (PVS) and raise funds for their community at home in Hawaii, rebuilding after the fires. More »
Oakland Shifting From Pirate Haven to Estuary Smiles?
There's much to be done, but don't forget what the Oakland Estuary has to offer.
A Preview of October Regattas Aplenty
The first weekend in October actually starts in September. It will be a busy one for yacht racers in California.
Classified: A Friendship Sloop, a Sailing School, and Jobs
The 'Latitude 38' 'Classy Classifieds' are a treasure chest full of classics, business opportunities, sailboats for sale, job opportunities and inspiration for any kind of sailor.
Comment on the Oakland Estuary at BCDC Meeting on Wednesday
Many sailors have expressed their concern over the many problems plaguing the Oakland Estuary. After months and years of neglect, the Estuary is finally attracting the attention of several agencies
What Would You Do With $8.6 Million Available for Boating Access?
Put your own tax dollars to work! Boating tax money is now available in the form of boating access grants.
The Planet Thanks California Coastal Cleanup Teams
The planet doesn't care what weekend you choose to clean it up. Last weekend, Brooks Island got a buffing from planetary caretakers, and there are more opportunities tomorrow for Costal Cleanup.
The Enduring Unpopularity of the Proposed S.F. Marina Expansion
the City of San Francisco and Pacific Gas & Electric finally agreed to a nearly $190 million settlement in 2021 where the utility company was obliged to clean up toxic waste in S.F. Marina's East Harbor, PG&E has been working with the S.F. Recreation and Park Department on plans for a new public marina.
Faces in the Crowd at Rolex Big Boat Series
The variety of conditions at Rolex Big Boat Series tested the crews' abilities to adapt.
As Piracy on the Estuary Continues, Coast Guard Announces Patrols
After nearly a month of lawlessness and what liveaboard residents have described as a state of perpetual fear and anxiety, the Coast Guard announced this week that they will begin patrolling the Oakland Estuary to combat a recent outbreak of piracy.
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