May Is Maritime Month—and We’re on Board!

Ahoy, readers! May is Maritime Month, and here at The Log, we’re practically bubbling over with excitement—after all, maritime is kind of our thing. From shipbuilding and sportfishing to ports and paddlecraft, we live and breathe all things sea-worthy. And while the month-long celebration is packed with events across California’s coast, we’re especially circling Thursday, May 22, for National Maritime Day, a day dedicated to honoring the legacy and ongoing contributions of America’s maritime industry and Merchant Mariners. But first—what does “maritime” actually mean? According to Merriam-Webster, it’s an adjective relating to the sea, navigation, or having the salty swagger of a seasoned mariner. So whether you’re cruising a harbor, hauling lobster pots, or tying a proper cleat hitch, you’re part of the maritime mosaic. Celebrations are already underway along the waterfront. The Port of San Diego is honoring the thousands who work along the bay by hosting free public bus tours of its two cargo terminals—offering a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the heartbeat of its maritime operations. Visitors will witness the flow of imported vehicles at National City Marine Terminal and see refrigerated and specialty cargo in motion at Tenth Avenue Marine Terminal. The tours are free but require advance registration,...