The public is invited to join fellow racing enthusiasts and fans of sea going adventure on Friday, Sept. 13 for a free presentation by Tracy Edwards. Edwards was the skipper of Maiden, the iconic yacht which carried the first all-female crew around the world in 1989 in the Whitbread Round the World Yacht Race. She will discuss in detail the experience as well as the social enterprise, The Maiden Factor. The Maiden Factor will utilize Maiden during a two-year world tour, to raise awareness of and funds for the rights of women and the education of girls everywhere. The event is free. Reservations are requested and can be made by emailing [email protected]. The event starts at 7:30 p.m. at California Yacht Club.