Safety
Going to Mexico Later This Year? Practice Your Dinghy Beach Landings First
Nobody should underestimate the power of waves — even two-footers — to do harm. They can flip or roll inflatables.
Crew Overboard Drama in Delta Ditch Run
On the Explorer 44 trimaran Caliente, we were doing well and pushing hard in the Delta Ditch Run when we lost a crew member overboard.
Marine Flare Disposal Bill One Step Closer to Passing
SB 1066 — The Marine Flare Producer Responsibility Act for the safe and convenient collection of marine flares — will now go to the Assembly for consideration.
Last Chance! Sign Up for the US Sailing Summer Sailstice Safety Dance
Summertime is sailing time. The upcoming weekend's Summer Sailstice invites you to join the global celebration of sailing.
On Rule 9 and Large Ships
One challenge on San Francisco Bay is the prevalence of large ships that have limited maneuverability and must stay in restricted channels.
Good Jibes #145: A $2 Sailboat, a Slip, and Squalls (Latitude 38 Verbatim)
This week’s host, Ryan Foland, reads three articles from the June issue of 'Latitude 38' sailing magazine, covering everything from boat projects to close calls.
SSS Singlehanded Farallones Race: Foggy, Unfinishable
The Singlehanded Sailing Society's Singlehanded Farallones race had most of the ingredients for a great day.
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.
South Bay Racers’ Missing Buoy Retrieved and Under Repair
What do you do when the Coast Guard tells you a buoy goes missing? How do you find it or alert other sailors to its absence? Call 'Latitude 38.'
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