Safety
A Serendipitous Bluewater Rescue — Pacific Puddle Jump Ocean Rescue Updates
Two completely unrelated search-and-rescue missions intersected last week, resulting in the nearly miraculous sighting and rescue of an offshore rower.
Pacific Puddle Jump Pan Pan
USCG and PPJ rally organizers are seeking information on a Pacific Puddle Jump rally participant who hasn't checked in.
Friday’s Marvelous and Mysterious Maritime Memories: When Lifelines Fail
More than one sailor has gone overboard due to lifelines failing. At least in these two stories, the result was a good one.
Dismasted in the Pacific: The Story of ‘Niniwahuni’
On March 13, 2023, Shawna and Travis Nicolet and their three children set sail from La Cruz on their "dream voyage." Two weeks later the dream became a nightmare.
Lifejacket Mania Buoys Sailors Through National Safe Boating Week
Did anyone win a prize from Safe Boating Campaign for their “Wear Your Lifejacket at Work Day" photo last Friday? Here are a few of our favorites.
Orca Behavior Investigated as Three Boats Are Sunk in Europe
According to reports, orcas have been increasingly attacking sailboats in the Northern Atlantic Ocean since May 2020. Meanwhile, researchers are sharing new theories on what may be causing the aggressive behavior.
Today Is “Wear Your Lifejacket at Work Day” — Send Us Your Pics!
"Wear Your Lifejacket at Work Day" is part of the Safe Boating Campaign organized by the National Safe Boating Council, a nonprofit dedicated to helping create a safe boating experience for all boaters.
National Safe Boating Week Kicks Off With Water Safety Fair
National Safe Boating Week kicks off on the Bay with a Water Safety Fair on Saturday, May 20, and "Wear Your Life Jacket at Work Day" on Friday, May 19. Get it on!
Sticker Shock: USCG Auxiliary Inspections
A stitch in time can save nine and an inspection at your slip can save having one underway while sailing on the Bay.
Multi-Agency Rescue Simulation Planned Near Bodega Bay
A mass rescue exercise will be conducted near Bodega Bay tomorrow.
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