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Sailing in the Times of Pandemic

While the current health drama unfolds we’ll do our best to keep this page up to date with news that we feel impacts our readers. Disclaimer: There is no way for it to be comprehensive or completely up to date but we’ll do our best to keep it helpful and as current as possible. If you have news you think we should post email it to [email protected]. We’ll do our best to include given time and resource constraints.


Please heed official guidance and we also feel the advice of the president of French Polynesia is good for all of us: “I invite you all to the utmost rigor in your behavior. Avoid contact, limit travel to what is strictly necessary. Be responsible citizens to prevent the virus from spreading.” Edouard FRITCH, President of French Polynesia.

Latest News and Information

Doing the Regatta Shuffle

By Christine Weaver | September 18, 2020 |
Pillar Point

“Very Unhealthy” air quality throughout the Bay Area prompted race organizers to postpone several events.

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Can You Help Brian Help Eduardo?

By Monica Grant | September 16, 2020 |

No tourists now, no trips, no income. Like many Mexicans, Eduardo is hunkered down doing the best he can with odd jobs.

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Countdown to America’s Cup 36

By Christine Weaver | September 14, 2020 |
Patriot under wraps at night

The preparation window narrows and the training pace quickens for the remaining three viable challengers as the Southern Hemisphere winter turns to an America’s Cup spring.

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‘Latitudes & Attitudes’ World Headquarters Claimed by Fire

By John Arndt | September 14, 2020 |
After the fire

Fire devastates Latitudes & Attitudes world headquarters.

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The 2020 Baja Ha-Ha XXVII has Been Canceled. The Nada Ha-Ha Is On.

By John Arndt | September 11, 2020 |
Caleta Partida

The 27th Baja Ha-Ha has been canceled yet many plan to cruise to Mexico as part of the Nada Ha-Ha or on their own.

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Mexico Cruising Update from South of the Border

By John Arndt | September 9, 2020 |
At anchor in Yelapa, Mexico

There are many considerations for deciding whether to cruise to Mexico this year.

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Good News and Bad News for Yacht Racers

By Christine Weaver | August 28, 2020 |
race start with Oakland in the background

First the Good News: Island, Encinal and Oakland Yacht Clubs introduce the Estuary Extravaganza to be sailed in three races on Sunday, September 13.

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Who Are Those Masked Men?

By Christine Weaver | August 21, 2020 |
Alex Higby, Paul Dorsey, Scott Easom

“It’s not all ‘masked men.’ One thing that I love about this boat is the diversity and inclusion. We have an African American owner, a woman as a key part of our crew…”

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The Smaller the Boat the Bigger the Adventure

By John Arndt | August 19, 2020 |
Michelle Slade on Cal 20 Jeanne

We’ve recently sensed a big interest in small boats. There are probably a few reasons for this. Once-active sailors have been orphaned on the shore.

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COVID-19 Pauses Local Sailing Camp

By Monica Grant | August 14, 2020 |
Summer Camps despite COVID-19

Recently a participant in Call of the Sea’s “Young Salts Adventure Camp” program tested positive for COVID-19. The person had shown no symptoms and was tested along with the rest of his family as part of their own precautionary protocol.

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Announcements

3/23/20 Denison Yachts will be holding a live, virtual boat show on Friday, March 27th. Learn more here.

3/20/20 Call of the Sea announces suspension of school programs and upcoming charter programs. More here.

3/20/20 West Marine will remain open on a limited schedule. Read details here.

3/19/20 Treasure Island Sailing Center is closed until April 7th. Full details here.

3/19/20 Pacific Sail & Power Boat Show is canceled. Sail America developing some supplemental, virtual alternatives. More to follow.

3/18/20 KKMI reports they are operating under restricted conditions. To learn more read here: https://www.kkmi.com/safety/

3/18/20 OCSC Sailing and Modern Sailing are closed until April 7th.