Posts by Monica Grant
The Resourceful Sailor’s Odyssey Aboard ‘Sampaguita’
The Resourceful Sailor is sharing the story of his Pacific Ocean odyssey aboard his 1985 Pacific Seacraft Flicka 20 'Sampaguita,' beginning and ending in Port Townsend, WA.
‘Ragtime’ — Looking Back to the Future
One of sailing's most iconic yachts, Ragtime, the 1965 Spencer-designed 62-ft sloop first made famous for winning her first two Transpacs in 1973 and 1975, has a storied history like few others.
San Diego Yacht Club Wins Women’s Winter Invitational Regatta
San Diego Yacht Club has clinched the 2025 crown for the Women's Winter Invitational Regatta.
Sausalito’s Inaugural Crab Festival — A Crowd Pleaser!
Hundreds of hungry crab fans came out on Saturday to enjoy the fun, food and excitement of Sausalito's first Crab Fest.
Latitude 38’s Spring Crew List Party Is Back!
Join us for the 'Latitude 38' Spring Crew List Party on Thursday, April 3, 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., at Bay View Boat Club, San Francisco.
Pip Hare Wins OCC Seamanship Award
Pip Hare has been awarded the Ocean Cruising Club's (OCC) Seamanship Award for her exceptional skill and bravery at sea.
Good Jibes #179: Cal Sailing Club on Volunteer-Run Community Sailing
This week we welcome aboard Cal Sailing Club's executive committee to chat about providing safe, cheap, and fun sailing and windsurfing for all!
What Kind of Boat Do You Need To Do the Ha-Ha?
Would the Baja Ha-Ha's Poobah join the rally aboard a Catalina 27?
Brigantine ‘Matthew Turner’ Is Looking Up: Tall Ship Spring Rituals
Do you think getting your boat ready for spring is hard work? How about bending on 7,200 sq ft of sail, 90 feet above deck?
Holidays to Remember Aboard ‘Synergy’ and ‘Tahu Le’a’
Reading the stories of cruiser Christmases in the December Changes in Latitudes prompted me to write regarding two experiences we had on related topics: celebrations in far-flung locations, though not necessarily Christmas. More »
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