Safety
Capsize at Golden Gate Midwinters
The Martin 243 'Nice Rack' caught a stinger, capsized and sank partway.
An Upgraded View of Sailing Into Ayala Cove
Jeff Berman recently plotted his course through Ayala Cove and uploaded his sonar data to the Navionics app.
The Sinking of ‘Boat Bum Gal,’ and a Comment From the Captain
In 'Latitude 38's December issue, we share the story of 'Boat Bum Gal's sinking at the entrance to Turtle Bay, along with a comment from the boat's captain, Ray McCormack.
New Equipment Requirements for YRA and SSS Offshore Races
San Francisco Bay Area racers, take note of these changes to the offshore safety equipment requirements.
Can Cruisers Anchor in the Port of Los Angeles?
The Port of Los Angeles is the largest seaport in the United States. Is there room for sailors to cruise in and drop the hook?
Do You Have a California Boater Card?
Do you have a California Boater Card, and have you ever been asked to show it to an authority?
The Simple Pleasures of Sailing — Maintenance
The simplicity of sailing provides endless pleasure, while the maintenance gives a chance for lifelong learning.
PSA: Security Zones Established During San Francisco APEC Conference
The USCG has issued a notice regarding security zones around the San Francisco waterfront this week.
Spade Rudders and the Gibraltar Orcas
The Gibraltar orcas have done it again — boat sunk off the coast of Morocco.
Captain Found Guilty in 2019 ‘Conception’ Fire
Captain Jerry Boylan of Santa Barbara has been found guilty of negligence over his handling of the fire aboard the dive boat 'Conception' that killed 34 people in 2019.
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