If you need a little brush up on any of the above, stop by and learn from our very own Paramedic and American Heart Association instructor, Lawrence Holt. Learn the newest techniques for saving lives and dealing with everyday emergencies as well as what everyone should know to stop bleeding after an injury. Time: 9:30-11 […]
This beginner boating class will give you the knowledge needed to obtain a boat license or safety certification in many states. Topics include types of boats, trailering, navigation and more. Location: Lake Elsinore Marine, 18010 Grand Ave., Lake Elsinore, California 92530. Contact: Peter Dawson. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 951-202-1584. Cost: $75. Breakfast and lunch included.
The 51 annual Governor’s Cup is “the oldest international youth match racing regatta in the world,” as stated on govcupracing.com. Balboa Yacht Club in Corona del Mar hosts this year’s regatta, which takes place in Newport Harbor, July 17-22.
The 82nd annual Flight of the Lasers is held in Newport Harbor. Hosted by the Commodores Club of the Newport Beach Chamber of Commerce, this race features Lasers and Harbor 20s. More information can be found at flightofthelasers.org.
Knots, bends, braids, Marlin spike and eye splicing will be covered in the Wednesday night hands-on learning sessions. Work on some of the basics knots like the bowline, half hitch, reef knot, sheet bend, becket hitch, rolling hitch, buntline hitch and more. All of these knots look difficult but all are easy and fun to […]
USCG licensed captain Tom Peterson discusses marine research such as collecting DNA underwater and tagging sharks. Capt. Peterson and his wife work in Channel Islands Harbor. Time: 6:30-8 p.m. Cost: Free with CIMM membership, $7 for non-members, $5 for seniors.
A selection of Dale Chihuly’s artwork illuminates at night as part of a special outdoor exhibition at Catalina Island Museum. Guests can enjoy a beverage while taking in the illuminated outdoor selections on the museum’s second level plaza. Extended hours are offered every Thursday through Aug. 31. Contact the museum at 310-510-2424 for specific hours […]
The 16th Helen Smith Offshore Tourney, hosted by Balboa Angling Club (BAC) begins at 6 a.m. on Friday and continues until 4 p.m. on Saturday. The goal is to catch marlin, dorado, tuna and yellowtail (one fish per species). Cost: $35. Fee includes awards ceremony and barbeque at BAC on July 26 starting at 5:30 […]
Mike’s Consignment Marine Supply in Ventura is having their Grand Opening Happy Hour event every Friday afternoon in July. This event includes live music, taco bar, free t-shirts and raffle prizes. Time: 2-7 p.m. Location: 3639 Harbor Blvd., Ventura, California 93001. Drop by and welcome Mike’s to the community. Phone: 805-477-9881. Email: [email protected].
Pirate Con is for adults ages 21 and older. The Maritime Museum of San Diego hosts this pirate themed party from 8 p.m. to midnight aboard the Star of India, a ship considered haunted. Cost: $40. Cost includes admission, a collectible, a drink and an appetizer. For more information, go online at bit.ly/2tR1PWP.
Passengers aboard Ocean Institute’s R/V Sea Explorer will learn about bioluminescence. This phenomenon is a sight to be seen when marine life creates streaks of light in the ocean darkness of night. This night cruise goes out from Dana Point Harbor. Time: 8:30-10:30 p.m. For more information and prices, go to bit.ly/2svNnPn.
This Saturday and Sunday two-day session helps boaters feel more comfortable with local cruising. The course teaches rudiments of navigation by using GPS as well as backup skills of navigation using charts, plotting tools and dead- reckoning. The intent is to provide a foundation on technique and not blind reliance on electronics. Instructor: Bill Anderson […]