Maritime History
Islander 36 Association Celebrates Golden Anniversary at Coyote Point Yacht Club
On Saturday, November 16, the Islander 36 Association, one of the longest active class-boat associations in the Bay Area, met for its annual fall meeting and to celebrate its 50th anniversary.
Maritime Museum of San Diego Celebrates ‘Star of India’s 161st Birthday
The Maritime Museum of San Diego is inviting museum members, volunteers and the public to celebrate the legendary 'Star of India's 161st birthday.
Anchor-Outs’ Last Days In Richardson Bay
The last of Sausalito's anchor-outs are being removed from Richardson Bay, with agencies and authorities intending to regulate and enforce the Special Federal Anchorage.
A New Phase for ‘Queen of the Coast’
The 90-year-old 'Queen of the Coast' has entered a new phase as an educational and youth-training vessel, and iconic ambassador between the wooden boat, marine heritage and ocean conservation communities.
Fast and Alone — The Vendée Globe Starts on Sunday
The world's most intense and extreme yacht race starts on Sunday.
Cal Sailing Club Wins Appeal to Remain at J-Dock
Berkeley City Council has voted to protect Cal Sailing Club in its historic location on J-Dock at the Berkeley Marina.
Rolex Big Boat Series — Building Thrills
St. Francis Yacht Club hosted the 2024 Rolex Big Boat Series in September, celebrating this 60th edition with a turnout of 70 boats.
Navy Destroyer USS ‘Stewart’ Lies Below Your Keel off Point Reyes
An interesting sea story "resurfaced" recently after the discovery of the sunken Navy destroyer USS 'Stewart' off Point Reyes.
Cal Parks and Recreation Announces Open Grant Programs
California Parks and Recreation and California State Parks' Division of Boating and Waterways are each calling for applications for more than $1.5 million in grant funding.
Good Jibes #157: David Gendell on the Schooner ‘America’
David is a lifelong Chesapeake Bay sailor, the co-founder of 'SpinSheet' Magazine, and author of multiple non-fiction books on Annapolis and Chesapeake Bay history.
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