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.
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Last month, Rocking the Boat held their first-ever Spring Launch Celebration at India Basin Waterfront Park; they’re now preparing to embark on their next adventure.
When my boat partner Chuck Drake and I upgraded to ‘Atalanta’, a custom 1988 New Zealand-built Farr 53, although she looked beautiful, we knew we were in for a project.
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US Rep. John Garamendi is sponsoring the SHIPS Act, a bill that seeks to revitalize the nation’s maritime industry.
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The USCG tall ship ‘Eagle’ and her 120 crew are scheduled to dock in San Francisco next Wednesday.
One of the most unique boats to sail the Bay in recent years is Charles Ray’s 60-ft ‘C³’ (“C cubed”). Part catboat, part “Batboat,” part performance art.
Join the Spring Launch Celebration and launch of the restored’ Neptune,’ a 14-ft Whitehall built by students in the Bronx in 2004.
Future Alcatraz “tourists” could be on a one-way trip to the island.
Working Waterfront Issues and Resources
Numerous groups and organizations around the country are working to help preserve maritime economic zones. Working Waterfront Organizations:
National Working Waterfront Network
Port Townsend Working Waterfront
Trade Schools
Job Opportunities
Berkeley Marine Center is seeking a marine engine mechanic to work with a variety of projects, including gas/diesel engine repairs and repowers. Work may also include electric conversions. Mechanical aptitude and some experience required. Call or email Cree.
For charter boat with older gas engines. Looking for someone to help maintain and repair older GM 350 engines.
Looking for someone practical, detail-oriented and experienced to help my father keep up two vessels in S.F./Emeryville as he gets older. Responsibilities would include: 1) overseeing maintenance and refit projects; 2) coordinating with yards and subcontractors; 3) identifying issues proactively; 4) ability to tackle…
Rig shop in business for over 30 years is looking for an experienced rigger to add to our team. Excellent pay is available depending on rigging knowledge. Send a description of your rigging/boat work experience
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.
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.…