The Ocean Institute is organizing a sunset cruise. Enjoy wine, beer and light snacks while watching the fireworks aboard the R/V Sea Explorer. To avoid parking issues, consider using the Dana Point Trolley system to get to the Ocean Institute and have a plan for after the cruise. Time: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Cost: $65/adult (13 and […]
Knots, bends, braids, Marlin spike and eye splicing will be covered for this on-going Wednesday nights (June 5, 12, 19 and 26) learning sessions. We all know about the Granny, so we will be working on some of the basics knots like the bowlin, half hitch, the reef knot, the sheet bend, the becket hitch, […]
The San Diego Sail and Power Squadron will be holding a weather course with 2-hour sessions over 10 weeks on Thursdays from July 6-Sept. 16 at the Southwestern Yacht Club. Topics covered include how weather systems form, where to get weather reports and forecasts on the Internet and much more. Cost: $75 for U.S. Power Squadron […]
This three week course, from July 6-20, focuses on GPS equipment for the recreational boater. Location: Del Rey Yacht Club, 13900 Palawan Way, Marina Del Rey, California 90292. Contact: Allen Bakalyar. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 310-720-9911. Cost: $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].
This comprehensive course that will prepare a sailor with the basic information needed to operate sailboats under a variety of conditions. The course book has been fully updated and the course is NASBLA approved. The classes are on Friday evenings from July 7 to Aug. 25. Location: Long Beach Belmont Shore Fire Station #8, 5373 […]
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, boating laws, safety, navigation, trailering and more. Location: West Marine, 3433 Via Lido, Newport Beach, California 92663. Contact: Sue Hutchings. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 714-309-5789. Cost: $40. Registration Deadline: July […]
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: Chula Vista Marina, 550 Marina Parkway, Mariners Lounge, Chula Vista, California 91910. Instructor: Bill Andersen U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 619-922-023. Course […]
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, boating laws, safety, navigation, trailering and more. About Boating Safety (ABS) class will be held at the Cal Flavor Complex in Escondido. This class counts towards the California Boater […]
The 48th annual Dutch Shoe Marathon is scheduled for July 21 in San Diego and Glorietta bays. This is a distance dinghy race from San Diego Yacht Club to Coronado Yacht Club with nearly 150 sailors from various Southern California yacht clubs participating in the annual sabot race. Information on this event can be found […]
Ocean Institute is offering children between the ages of 11-13 an experience being a sailor aboard a tall ship from July 10-13. Day one involves preparing for a voyage with crew from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. The children then embark with a professional crew for sailing, navigating and learning rope work aboard the schooner, Spirit of Dana Point, […]
This course provides you with basic knowledge to decide what type and size boat you need, what to do when meeting another boat in a crowded waterway, and how to recognize and handle hazards. This course takes place on Tuesday evenings from July 11 to Aug. 8 and is offered by the Valley Sail & […]