Current News
It’s Been a Great Start to the New Year of Sailing
Despite the rain there's been plenty of great sailing going on this winter. Some of it south of the border and plenty up and down the California coast. The first three issues of 'Latitude' select some of the best.
Short Tacks Upwind Against the Ebb
A collection of waterfront activities to keep you up to date.
US Coast Guard Proposes Removing Mile Buoy off Santa Cruz
The USCG is inviting comments re the proposed removal of Mile Buoy 'SC' — about 1.5 miles SSW off Santa Cruz.
Local Sailor Tours the ‘Stad Amsterdam’ Ahead of 28-Day Ocean Passage
Bay Area sailor Pat Broderick took a tour of the Stad Amsterdam ahead of joining the ship for its one month passage from Honolulu to Tokyo.
Nine Days To Go for Applications to MerConcept Women’s Ocean 50 Race Program
West Coast women sailors need to get their applications in by March 24.
Rolex Big Boat Series 60th Anniversary Regatta Registrations Open Now
This year marks the 60th edition of Rolex Big Boat Series and organizers will be showcasing its rich history and celebrating the many legendary yachts, crews and skippers that have participated since 1964.
The How and Why of a NorCal ‘Bragging Rights Regatta’ for High School Sailing
“We need a bragging rights regatta,” says Kimball Livingston on the advent of new 'historic' trophy, and 'a bonkers prize' for the annual NorCal regatta.
‘Stad Amsterdam’ Open for Tours Tomorrow
The 'Stad Amsterdam' will be open for tours tomorrow, March 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This may be your only opportunity to get aboard and see the ship throughout.
It’s a Full Gale at Our Desk, But We’re Reefed Down and Carrying On
The West Coast sailing news comes through our office like the wind through the Golden Gate on a July day. Usually brisk and often gusty. This reefed-down version of a few of the stories should help keep it all comfortable.
Help Name Alameda Marina’s New Park ‘Svendsen Maritime Park’
If you have stories or memories of how Svend Svendsen or his Boat Works made a difference in the community, innovation, or in your life, share them now to support naming the new park at Alameda Marina 'Svendsen Maritime Park' in his honor.
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