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Happy World Ocean Day
We're reflecting on what we can do to help support the health of our oceans and the marine life they support.
Boy Scout Troop One’s Camp Cody Received West Marine Donation in 2013
In 2013, before dealing with Chapter 11 bankruptcy, West Marine was able to offer Camp Cody $500 and some life jackets to help kids learn to sail.
Larry McCullough Explains How You’re Paying County Property Taxes on Sales Taxes
Larry McCullough found that the value of boats used for property taxes includes the sales tax paid on the boat.
Do You Have Plans To Hoist Your Sails for Summer Sailstice?
Summer is coming. Connect global sailors by kicking it off with a Summer Sailstice sail.
Confusion, Chaos, Carnage and Celebrities in NYC SailGP!
Opening day on Saturday delivered a chaotic shootout among just four teams as they battled wet and wild conditions.
Canadian Sailor Rescued From Dismasted Sailboat off Oregon
A Canadian sailor was rescued on Friday after being dismasted and injured almost 500 miles off Tillamook, Oregon.
Ancient Mariner Sea Scout Regatta Test of Skills
Sea Scouts competed in a total of 26 maritime-skill competitions for awards that emphasized the teamwork necessary on a crewed vessel.
The US Sailing National Wingfoiling Championship Returns to San Francisco Bay in July
The St. Francis YC will be running the 2026 F4 Foils Summer Wingding off Crissy Field this summer.
Wind and Wood Always Make the Annual Master Mariners Regatta Wonderful
The planks on these boats were probably saplings two to three centuries ago. They're still sailing.
District 24 ILCA Championship Sailed in Santa Cruz
2028 Olympic hopeful Lauren Wilson gives her account of the 2026 ILCA District 24 Championship in Santa Cruz.
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