Latitude 38 Working Waterfront News Central
Since its inception, Latitude 38 has been able to cover, inspire and connect the people in our sailing community thanks to the businesses that support sailors and sailing. This includes boatyards, sailmakers, marinas, boat builders and numerous trades and craftspeople. Over the decades, the space available along our critical public waterfront continues to shrink. Our Working Waterfront page is dedicated to covering these stories to bring awareness to the jobs, facilities and services that are vital to our nation's commercial and recreational maritime infrastructure. Enjoying the 12-month sailing season up and down the California coast is one of the prime features of living in the West. A working waterfront is one that works for all California citizens and retains space for these important waterfront facilities.
Tragedy to triumph as ‘Wander Bird’ returns to the water.
Hundreds of hungry crab fans came out on Saturday to enjoy the fun, food and excitement of Sausalito’s first Crab Fest.
The winding path of a lawsuit in the winding Delta.
The ocean and ‘Latitude 38’s website are both deep. Here’s a list to help you dive the depths of our website.
The Sausalito Sustainable Waterfront Association (SSWA) and Fish Restaurant are excited to announce the first annual Sausalito Crab Festival.
A new maritime trade school has come to life on Mare Island in Vallejo with the first class now graduated.
‘A Tour of Sausalito’s Marinship — A Working Waterfront at Risk’ is a behind-the-scenes look at the innovators and creators who make up Sausalito’s working waterfront.
Wear your high boots: Winter King Tides return this weekend.
Some sailors may think baggywrinkles are for the birds, but the Resourceful Sailor has used them on his spreader tips for 10 years.
Working Waterfront Issues and Resources
Numerous groups and organizations around the country are working to help preserve maritime economic zones. Working Waterfront Organizations:
Job Opportunities
Franklin D. Roosevelt’s historic presidential yacht — a National Historic Landmark — is accepting applications for a part-time ship’s mechanic (role name: ship keeper). Potomac is 376 gross tons, 165 feet LOA with Enterprise direct reversible diesel-marine engines. She is berthed at 540 Water…
Latitude 38 is seeking an “Ambassador.” The ideal candidate is a sailor based in the SF Bay Area, is friendly, outgoing, well-organized and a self-starter with excellent communication skills. They are someone who can work independently as well as manage a team of volunteers.…
Positions available for 2023 season! Two Harbors Harbor Department, on the west end of Catalina Island. Looking for experienced boat operators for seasonal harbor patrol positions (March–October). Harbor patrol assigns and facilitates the use of 700+ moorings on the west end of Catalina Island…
Community Engagement Coordinator, Graphic Artist, Photographer(s) wanted as contractors or volunteers. Volunteer docents wanted for educational science exhibitions. Ask about other roles.
Club Nautique is the premier sailing and powerboating school on the Bay. We offer the full curriculum of US Sailing and Powerboating certifications as well as membership, charters, events, and yacht sales. We’re looking for an enthusiastic and customer service oriented person to join…
Rubicon Yachts is seeking a professional yacht broker/salesperson for its new Alameda, CA office. Yacht sales experience required, must be a self-starter, membership in CYBA is a plus. Contact owner/broker Mark Miner.
Spinnaker Sailing in Redwood City is looking for ASA-certified sailing instructors to teach out of our Redwood City Marina location. Part-time, flexible schedules, midweek and/or weekends. Please contact Rich or Bob by phone or email.
Wanted: Licensed Captain with towing endorsement for TowBoatUS./Vessel Assist on the San Francisco Bay and Delta. Preferred if you live by SF waterfront, Alameda or Bethel Island areas.
Short Sightings: SailGP, El Toros, Marine Mammals and Congressional Cup
There’s lots of action ahead along the busy California coastline with SailGP, El Toro Regatta, Congressional Cup, an ABYC education forum, and the Marine Mammal Survey.