Circumnavigators
Who’s Heading South in the Baja Ha-Ha? Part 3
Just when you thought you'd learned about all the interesting people joining this year's Baja Ha-Ha, we bring you another bunch.
A Short Film About Webb Chiles, With a Few Corrections
It was a thrill to hear from Webb Chiles a few weeks ago, with some exciting news to share.
Patagonia Hosts Crew of ‘Hōkūleʻa’
Held together by six miles of rope with no nuts, no bolts, and no screws, the Hōkūleʻa‘ is an oceangoing canoe tethered together by trust, tradition, and Polynesian culture. Several of the crew who arrived in San Francisco on September 24 assembled Wednesday night at a San Francisco Patagonia retail store to share stories about their experience as navigators with the Polynesian Voyaging Society (PVS) and raise funds for their community at home in Hawaii, rebuilding after the fires. More »
Randall Reeves and Harmon Shragge Near Homer, Alaska, and the End of a First Leg
After more than 20 days at sea, Randall Reeves, Harmon Shragge and 'Moli' are nearing Homer, Alaska, and the conclusion of the first stage of their "wrong way" multi-leg circumnavigation of the Americas.
Jeanne Socrates Is Still Singlehanding Across the Oceans
Jeanne Socrates was leaving to singlehand her 38-ft sloop 'Nereida' to French Polynesia and beyond.
Randall Reeves, Harmon Shragge and ‘Moli’ Departing for Alaska
Bay Area sailors and adventurers Randall Reeves and Harmon Shragge are preparing to head north for more high-latitude sailing.
Bay Area Couple Join ‘Translated 9’ for Ocean Globe Race
Paul and Teresa Marshall are each joining a leg of the upcoming Ocean Globe Race as crew aboard the Italian-based Swan 65 'Translated 9,' sister ship to the local 'Translated 9 US,' often seen out on the Bay.
Fear Arises for Captain Donald Lawson En Route From Acapulco to Baltimore
Captain Donald Lawson has not been heard from for eight days. It is believed he may not have engine power or an operational wind generator.
Bay Area Sailor Ronnie Simpson Qualifies for Global Solo Challenge
Bay Area sailor Ronnie Simpson has qualified for the inaugural Global Solo Challenge — a singlehanded, nonstop, around-the-world race.
All-Female Team Takes On Jules Verne Trophy
The first all-woman team is preparing to contest the Jules Verne Trophy in 2025.
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