This course is designed for both the experienced and beginner boater. Topics include boater language, types of boats, trailering, marine engines, lines and knots, weather, radio and much more. Time: 9 a.m.-5p.m. Location: Channel Islands Boating Center, 3880 Blue Fin Circle, Channel Islands Harbor, Oxnard, California 93035. Contact: Richard G. Heller. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 805-640-1268. […]
The 15th annual Young Anglers’ Tournament takes place at Shelter Island Pier in San Diego. This event offers free fishing for anglers age 6 through 15. Major Market, Tommy Gomes of Catalina Offshore Products and Specialty Produce, provides hot dogs, fish tacos, chips and sodas for lunch to all registered anglers. More information is available […]
This beginner boating class provides the knowledge needed to obtain a boat license or safety certification in many states. Topics include types of boats, trailering, navigation and more. Time: 8 a.m.-5:30 p. Location: Bbmwd Board Room, 40524 Lakeview Dr., Big Bear Lake, California 92315. Contact: Mrk Poster. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 909-725-0447. Course Cost: $45 (lunch provided). […]
This beginner boating class provides the knowledge needed to obtain a boat license or safety certification in many states. Topics include types of boats, trailering, navigation and more. Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Location: Chula Vista Marina, 550 Marina Parkway, Mariners Lounge, Chula Vista, California 91910. Contact: Bill Andersen. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 619- 922-0231. Course Cost: […]
Pink Power Sailing is an event to empower young females to sail. Boats, kayaks and a couple standup paddleboards will be provided by Waterfront Education, a non-profit organization, from noon until sunset. Cost for adults is $30 each and $10 for kids 13 years and under with paid adult. Parking is validated but is still […]
San Diego Yacht Club hosts the International Etchells Class North American Championship, Aug. 16-19. Notice of race is posted online at 2017.etchellsnachamps.org.
The 12th annual Catalina Rally takes place at the Isthmus in Two Harbors, Aug. 17-20. The catamaran race starts at noon on Saturday and goes around the West End to Cat Harbor. Cost to register before Aug. 1 is $105 per person. Cost per person after Aug. 1 is $125. Register online at bit.ly/2tHoiGW.
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 […]
This course is designed for both the experienced and beginner boater. Topics include boater language, types of boats, trailering, marine engines, lines and knots, weather, radio and much more. Class will be held the first Wed. of each month from Sept. 20-Dec. 6. Time: 7-9 p.m. First night registration begins at 6:30 PM. Nine auxiliary […]
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. Time: 8:30-10:30 p.m. For more information and prices, go to bit.ly/2svNnPn.
Catamaran races take off at Leadbetter Beach in Santa Barbara, Aug. 19-20, for the annual Wine and Roses Regatta. This charity regatta benefits the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Santa Barbara Yacht Club hosts a dinner and charity auction on the night of Aug. 19. Registration fees (include race entry, t-shirt and swag): $100 for a two-person boat, […]
This course covers the use of GPS and other electronic devices as well as the back-up skill of navigation using charts, navigation plotting tools, and dead-reckoning. This class is for two days on Aug. 19 and 20. Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Location: Chula Vista Marina, 550 Marina Parkway, Mariners Lounge, Chula Vista, California 91910. Contact: […]