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Kid’s Fishing Derby

It’s back – Avalon’s Kid’s Fishing Derby season! Avalon has one of the best angling environments around, so what better way for the younger generation to show off their fishing skills than entering the derby, which takes place at Green Pleasure Pier each Wednesday. Best of all, this is a completely free event (provided you […]

Concerts by the Sea

Channel Islands Harbor’s Concerts by the Sea are returning one again to provide summer entertainment. The first concert is 80s Invasion, a throwback to the glorious years of hair metal and new wave. Music genres over the next few weeks will span from jazz, rock, country, pop and much more. Bring a picnic blanket and […]

Harbor Tours

Interested in learning what Long Beach’s harbor has to offer? Take a harbor tour to learn all about this waterway’s unique history, see some California sea lions, pass by Queen Mary and learn about the shipping containers/cargo industry that have long been a part of Long Beach’s legacy. Tours are provided every day and last […]

Yachtsman Luncheons at Newport Harbor Yacht Club

Newport Harbor Yacht Club invites the public to enjoy a delicious buffet lunch followed by a nautical presentation. Every Wednesday, join in at the Yachtsman Luncheon for a traditional event that has been held for 66 years. Learn a little bit about sailing and yachting culture and topics as an added benefit! Cost: $17. Time: […]

LAYC Performance Clinics

LA Yacht Club 285 Whalers Walk , San Pedro , CA, United States

Los Angeles Yacht Club is offering several Performance Clinics for yacht club members and non-members to help build confidence and experience on the water. Joyce Ibbetson of UC Irvine will […]

Cal YC Yachting Luncheon

California Yacht Club 4469 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey, CA, United States

The monthly luncheon will provide guests with information the Marina del Rey non-profit organization Challenges Foundation, which has been helping local veterans for nearly 20 years. The all-volunteer run organization […]

America’s Boating Course

Ventura Yacht Club 1755 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA, United States

This course is hosted by the Ventura Sail and Power Squadron over the course of nine Tuesdays from 7-9 p.m. Topics include: safety equipment, navigation rules and aids, light and sound signals, current state and fed regulations, trailering and more. This class is for a beginning boater, first mates and crew or potential boaters. Cost: […]

Women’s Sailing Convention

Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club-Womens Sailing Convention 1601 Bayside Drive, Corona Del Mar, CA, United States

Women sailors can learn the ins and outs of boating during the daylong, ladies-only 27th annual Women’s Sailing Convention. Attendees select a combination of workshops in areas that best fits their interest and ability, and top women sailors from all over Southern California, many of whom are USCG Licensed Captains, will present 30 topics. New […]

California YC Luncheon

California Yacht Club 4469 Admiralty Way, Marina del Rey, CA, United States

Join yachting enthusiasts at noon for California Yacht Club’s monthly presentation on boating interests. Scuba divers Mike and Barbie Blecher will share their unique adventures beneath the seas. They will share photos and stories from their recent trips. Cost: $20 (includes lunch, tax, service and parking). Time: noon, happy hour; 12:20 p.m., buffet; 12:40 p.m., […]

Cotton Day Festival

Ventura Harbor Village 1583 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA, United States

Easter egg hunts ($2) will be held every 30 minutes on the Village Main Lawn for kids ages 1-7. Pictures with the Cottontail Bunny, face painting, a petting zoo, crafts and pony rides are also scheduled for the event that runs from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Oil Spill Response

California marinas and yacht clubs are invited to attend one of two free seminars to learn proper oil spill response techniques. Participants will gain the knowledge to prepare them in the event of an actual incident. Space is limited. Registration for the seminar is required by March 25.

Maritime Week

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

Sponsored by the Port of San Diego, there will be several events for adults and kids. Scheduled events include dinghy boat building in front of Bill of Rights; kids art with Howard Woodward on the grass in front of the Chula Vista Marina office. Call Susan Johnson at the South Bayfront Sailing Association for more […]