Environmental News
Efforts To Convert Cargo Ships to Wind Power Continue
North Sails is working on retrofitting a large bulk carrier with soft sails to provide wind-assisted propulsion and reduce its consumption of fossil fuels.
Where Are the Sailing Films at the Ocean Film Festival?
The International Ocean Film Festival is calling for movie submissions.
Good Clean Fun Starts With the Pumpout Nav App
Next time nature calls, or your holding tanks is full, use the Pumpout Nav app to find the nearest floating restroom, pumpout or dump station. Download it today.
US Sea Level Change Website Launched; Chumash Marine Sanctuary Designated
An informative, interactive sea level change website and the designation of the Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary provide tools and hope for the future.
A Look at Dredging and the High Cost of Mud
Keeping sailing accessible by keeping harbors navigable is an increasing expense.
Hurricane Milton and the Saildrone View
Bay Area company Saildrone has released footage of one of its uncrewed vessels in the ocean prior to Milton's making landfall in Florida.
Marine Flare Collection Calendar Alert
Marin flare collection events are happening in October and November. Check the list to find your nearest location.
This Thursday: City of S.F. Mayor Race Candidates and Blue Tech
Meet the mayoral candidates to learn about the plan to support the local blue tech economy and keep the Bay clean.
Short Sightings: Transpac ’25 Getting Ready, Cabo Race ’25 Canceled
Some short tacks with news on races, records, green boating and available boating funds.
Hurricanes John and Helenes’ Simultaneous Coastal Impact
Both the Atlantic and Pacific coasts of the Americas were struck by hurricanes yesterday.
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