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About Boating Safety

Southwestern Yacht Club 2702 Qualtrough St., San Diego, United States

This USCG beginner boating class will give you the knowledge needed to obtain a boat license or safety certification in many states

$45

Boating Safety Day

Moonstone park 280 Marina Way, Redondo Beach, United States

The King Harbor Boating Foundation in conjunction with the USCG proposes to conduct hands-on training for local boaters in the proper use and deployment of USCG compliant handheld, aerial and LED visual distress signals, fire extinguishers and PFDs. The latest in safety equipment will also be on display at the event.

Weekend Navigator

USCG Station Channel Islands Recruiting Center 142 S. Victoria, Oxnard, CA, United States

The USCG course combines the Basic Navigation and Advanced Navigation classes. Topics include: fundamentals of waypoint navigation, planning with GPS and paper charts and much more

$65

Land & Sea Festival

Sun Harbor Marina 5000 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego, United States

The Land & Sea Festival promotes the role of marina in the enjoyment of boating and stewardship of our waterways. Sun Harbor and Point Loma marinas invite the public to stop by the event that will feature exhibitors and demonstration, music and games for all ages

Father’s Day Art Show & Sale

Dana Point Harbor's Mariners Village 34571 Golden Lantern , Dana Point, CA, United States

Held by the Niguel Art Association, the show includes paintings and artworks by local artists

WSA Speaker: Colby Smith

Santa Monica Windjammers Yacht Club 13589 Mindanao Way, Marina Del Rey, CA, United States

The Women’s Sailing Association of Santa Monica Bay will feature Colby Smith speaking on his work with the Los Angeles Maritime Institute’s TopSail Youth Program, which teaches sailing to inner city youth aboard the tall ships Exy Johnson and Irving Johnson.

San Diego International Boat Show

Spanish Landing Park, East 3900 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA, United States

We welcome to the 2016 San Diego International Boat Show®, southern California’s premier summer boating event. Now is the time to get yourself and your boat ready for the water! Make your boating dreams a reality by checking out the approximately 140 boats for sale, as well as the latest nautical gear, gadgets and accessories. […]

San Diego Oysterfest

Embarcadero Marina Park North San Diego, CA, United States

The two-day event includes live music, craft beers and food booths from prominent restaurants.

Catalina Above and Below

Cabrillo Marine Aquarium San Pedro, CA, United States

Join Cabrillo Marine Aquarium (CMA) staff on an all-day hands-on scientific observation and collection trip to Catalina Island. Throughout the trip, staff will be on the lookout for marine birds, dolphins, whales, sea lions, seals and wide variety of other marine animals. Learn about methods and techniques used to capture marine animals. Passengers will assist […]

About Boating Safety

Chula Vista Marina 550 Marina Pkwy, Chula Vista, CA, United States

Just a few of the topics that will be discussed include introduction to boating, boating laws, rules of the road, safety equipment, navigational aids, buoys and beacons

Chili at the Beach

Main Street and PCH Huntington Beach, CA, United States

Enjoy a Chili Cook-off and Salsa Tasting Contest during Father’s Day weekend. Children’s activities and entertainment are also scheduled.

$10

Classic Wooden Boats

Channel Islands Harbor 3900 Bluefin Circle, Oxnard, CA, United States

  The Channel Islands Maritime Museum will host a special Father’s Day display of classic wooden boats at the harbor. Boats include Cheerio II, Rose of Sharon and handmade kayaks and vessels.