The San Diego Yacht Club (SDYC) hosts the 2017 A Cat North American Championship. The 11 races take place at Crown Cove in Coronado over three days, Oct. 6-8. The regatta registration fee is $275 per boat. The deadline to register is Sept. 27. Only boats with a International A-Class Catamaran Association (IACA) membership are […]
Find deals on boating gear at the Marine Gear Swap Meet, Oct. 7, from 7 a.m. to noon. This is an opportunity to recharge and recertify fire extinguishers. Cost for a space to sell is $15 for used items or $30 for new items. Sunbrella material man, rope & line man, and the Coast Guard […]
The Channel Islands National Park sponsors a “From Shore to Sea” lecture about research being administered at the Channel Islands and the surrounding water. Lecture is free and open to the public. Time: 7-8 p.m. Location: Channel Islands National Park Robert J. Logomarsino, Visitor Center, 1901 Spinnaker Drive in Ventura Harbor. The lecture is free […]
This course is designed teach navigation using GPS and other electronic devices as well as the back-up skill using charts, plotting tools and dead reckoning.Time: 7-9:30 p.m. Location: Lake Elsinore Marine, 18010 Grand Ave., Lake Elsinore. Contact: Peter Dawson. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 951-202-1584. Cost: $75 (refreshments provided).
This class informs boaters of what’s important to be safe while on the water. Boating safety certification will be obtained upon completion. Location: West Marine, 3433 Via Lido, Newport Beach. Time: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Contact: Sue Hutchings. Phone: 714-309-5789. Email: [email protected]. Cost: $40. Pay cash or check only at class. E-mail or call to hold […]
For all our cruisers getting read to head South, this is a do not miss session. Ham Radio communication is used worldwide with capabilities for both short range and long range communications. Useful for boaters who cruise to far away ports and want to communicate economically over long distances. Instructor: Mark Williams. Call Chula Vista […]
The 16th annual Harbor and Seafood Festival takes place in Santa Barbara Harbor from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 14. Enjoy lobster, crab, oysters, mussels, fish tacos, clam chowder and much more. Live entertainment includes three bands on the main stage. More than 40 arts and crafts vendors will be exhibiting. The […]
Tour the tall ship, Spirit of Dana Point, for free during the Harbor Seafood Festival. The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum with the Ocean Institute will offer dockside tours of this ship, a replica of a 1770s privateer used during the American Revolution. Time: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Location: Santa Barbara Harbor City Pier. The public can […]
Experience the U.S. military on display and in action with cruisers, amphibious ships, destroyers, frigates, submarines, Coast Guard Search and Rescue, and more. Military displays and ship tours are free to the public. Time: 12-2 p.m. Location: Broadway Pier, 1000 N. Harbor Dr., San Diego. Website: bit.ly/2froqR1.
This class informs boaters of what’s important to be safe while on the water. This beginner boating class will give you the knowledge needed to obtain a boat license or safety certification in many states. Time: 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Location: Lake Elsinore Marine, 18010 Grand Ave., Lake Elsinore. Contact: Peter Dawson. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 951-202-1584. […]
Top sailors from around the world will race high-speed foiling catamarans for four days on Harbor Island in San Diego. The event is free to the public. The race village will consist of family-friendly activities, a kid’s zone, live music, vendors, food and beer gardens. A VIP experience is an option for spectators wanting to […]
Live music, food, games, hayrides, pumpkin patch on the beach and more will be featured on Crescent Avenue during the annual Fall Fest. The street event, considered the official kick-off for fall on the island, will be held 5-9 p.m. and raise money for local charities. Call 310=510-0220, ext. 231, for more information.