Current News
Get Onboard — Wear Your Life Jacket to Work on Friday!
No matter where you're working, share the #safeboating message by wearing your life jacket and posting fun pictures on social media for a chance to win a prize.
Orcas Back in the Spotlight as Boat Sinks Near Strait of Gibraltar
The 50-ft sailboat 'Alboran Cognac' sank after being attacked by orcas approximately 14 miles off the coast of Cape Spartel, Morocco.
Sunday Brings a Port of Oakland Fire
Sunday afternoon sailors on the Oakland Estuary had an otherwise beautiful day of sailing marred by a serious-looking fire that broke out in the Port of Oakland.
Sailing Into the Sunset With Friday Night Beer Can Racing
A warm, clear, fog-free Friday night had most beer can racers dressed in short sleeves, soaking up the last of the evening sun.
Short Sightings — News Bites From Around the Waterfront
Race, cruise, sail and sing. If you haven't found a reason to get off the dock you might want look at some upcoming events and activities.
Sailagram: A Snapshot of April Sailing
And now, for your viewing pleasure, we introduce … April, a snapshot of sailing and sailors everywhere.
Blue Frontier Celebrates the Sea and Its New Flagship, ‘Queen’
Blue Frontier' enjoyed a "Celebration of the Sea" highlighting the work being done by Bay Area organizations and individuals promoting ocean and coastal environmental work.
A Preview of Next Weekend’s Pacific Sail & Power Boat Show
The Pacific Sail & Power Boat Show is next weekend, Thursday, May 16 - Sunday, May 19, at Westpoint Harbor, Redwood City.
Sunday, May 12: “Nothing Going On” in the YRA Calendar
Believe it or not, some people just go sailing for the fun of it. No start times or race rules.
Bay Area Yacht Clubs Develop Speaker Series Collaboration
Bay Area yacht clubs are collaborating to bring more out-of-town speakers for talks at multiple yacht clubs.
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