Ha-Ha Changes Due to Fires in San Diego
The devastating fires in Southern California have left hundreds of thousands of people seeking shelter, and those with boats have moved aboard them. As such, Cabrillo Isle Marina, which has been the site of all Ha-Ha Kick-Off Parties to date, has requested that we seek another party site. Fortunately, West Marine, which has a big parking lot, has stepped up to the plate. So please note the following changes:
PARTY VENUE CHANGE: The Ha-Ha Kick-Off and Costume Party, sponsored by West Marine, will be held at the West Marine store at 1250 Rosecrans on Shelter Islands. Their number is (619) 225-8844.
All published times remain the same:
Sat, Oct 27: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. — Early check-in at the Rosecrans West Marine (get your paperwork cleared on Saturday, which will allow you to get your Kick-off Party meal and swag tickets then, avoiding the Sunday rush.
Sun, Oct 28: 11 a.m. — Skipper’s Briefing (skippers only, please). Rally instructions and fleet breakdowns for everyone, plus a general Q&A with the Grand Poobah.
Sun, Oct 28: 1 p.m. — Costume Kickoff Party — free Mexico ‘tune-up’ lunch for all registered captains and their first mates. Crew pay $10 each, but it includes includes beer, wine and soft drinks.
NEW SPONSORS: Several new sponsors – listed below – have joined the long list of Baja Ha-Ha supporters. The Rally Committee encourages you to use their services because without them, there would be no Ha-Ha!
- Grupo Naval Mar de Cortez – A full-service boatyard located in Mazatlan, offering painting service, fiberglass & marine repairs. Call 011-52 (669) 913-3871 or email for rates.
- Marina Riviera Nayarit – Banderas Bay’s brand new full-service marina, located at La Cruz. Call 011-52 (322) 779-9191 or email for rates.
- Seven Seas Cruising Association – Dedicated to fostering international friendship and goodwill, while sharing up-to-date information on destinations worldwide with its 10,000 members. Call (954) 771-5660 or email for more info.
WEATHER FORECAST: According to Commander’s Weather, it appears that the weather for the Sunday party and Monday start will be back to typical San Diego stuff – slight marine layer and lightish winds. But that could change. By the way, Mark Wilcox of the West Marine store on Rosecrans says they’ve had very little smoke, unlike the big fire year of ’03. Things could change of course, but that’s the latest.
See you in San Diego!