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Tragic Shark Attack Takes Kiteboarder Felix Louis N’jai
Tragic loss of much-loved Bay Area kiteboarder in shark attack while swimming off of Point Reyes.
Donald Lang and ‘Ishi’ Return to Port Safely After 348 Days at Sea
After the Coast Guard issued a BOLO in March for Ishi and Donald Lang, the 55-ft sailboat and her captain have checked in — apparently in the Hawaiian Islands — and are safe and sound. In fact, Don Lang's cup seems to be overflowing.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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