Current News
National Sailing Hall of Fame’s 2020 Inductees
The National Sailing Hall of Fame will honor the following: James E. Buttersworth, 19th century maritime painter; Sandy Douglass, designer of the Thistle, Highlander and Flying Scot; Robbie Haines…
Boat in to Outside Dining
The Bay Area is ringed with Boat-In dining locations and many have set up outside, waterfront tables and taken other precautions to help keep you both safe and well-fed.
Tahiti-Moorea Sailing Rendez-vous Date Change
Put it in your calendar — the 2020 Tahiti-Moorea Sailing Rendez-vous is now scheduled for July 24 - 26. This annual three-day event celebrates cruising sailors' arrival in the French Polynesian islands after a successful ocean crossing.
July Racing Preview
During the month of June, a lot of good news crossed the Latitude 38 Racing Desk. Now to figure out whose races are on, and which organizers are still holding off.
Consensus Reached on ‘Freedom’ Vessel Type
Latitude Nation — Last week we asked if anyone could tell us what vessel type is Freedom; the abandoned boat that was spotted drifting west of San Diego.
Inverness Yacht Club Approves 2020 Sailing Schedule
As organized sailing schedules slowly resume, Inverness Yacht Club was among the first to approve a 2020 racing season.
Jack Is Back!
Last week we received a letter from Jack Van Ommen saying he is back in Cape Charles, VA after a four-month stint in the Caribbean.
News Flash: Racing Is Back On and Up to You
We were happy to get the notice below yesterday afternoon from Laura Muñoz of the Yacht Racing Association of San Francisco Bay. The quick news is that racing is now allowed. But there are important details…
Opti Heavy Weather Goes Virtual
Although St. Francis Yacht Club may not be able to host its signature Opti Heavy Weather Regatta on the Bay, that doesn’t mean the kids can’t race. As with many regattas, this one has moved online.
Fiji Opens Up to Cruisers
A bit of good news for cruising sailors out there: The South Pacific island nation of Fiji once again opens its doors to cruising yachts and super-yachts.
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