The 53rd annual race include PHRF Classes, 1,2,3,4,5,8 (Multihull), Southwestern Racing Fleet and AMSS (Ancient Mariner). Deadline for entries is Oct. 3. Information: All information and instructions on how to enter the race are included on the Southwestern Yacht Club website (southwesternyc.org), under PHRF Racing. Or interested parties can contact Race Chairs, Carolyn Sherman, 619-269-1726 […]
Join the Del Rey Yacht Club Race Committee for this presentation by renowned sailor, motivational speaker and author, Peter Isler, for a discussion on racing starts, lane management, position assessment and more. Time: 5 p.m. Where: Del Rey Yacht Club, 13900 Palawan Way, Marina del Rey. Cost: Free. Information: RSVP by calling 310-823-4664 or […]
The Women’s Sailing Association of Santa Monica Bay will host Marilyn Cassedy at its October meeting, where Cassedy will speak on her experience captaining a boat in this summer’s Race To Alaska, which covers 750 miles of coastal waters from Port Townsend, WA to Ketchikan, AK and is limited to vessels without motors. No support […]
Randy Biddle, a vessel historian, will focus on the brig Pilgrim’s history before and after Richard Henry Dana’s voyage aboard the tall ship. Time: 6:15-6:45 p.m. Where: Santa Barbara Maritime Museum, 113 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara. Cost: free, members; $10, non-members. Register: 805-456-8747 or sbmm.org.
Barbara Gattuso will present a travel log of her adventures around the world. She has fished on most continents. Time: 9:30 a.m. Where: Park Avenue Community Center, 210 Park Ave., Escondido. Information: senioranglersofescondido.net.
Visit some of Catalina’s historic homes during this tour that provides a rare opportunity to visit some of Avalon’s properties never before open to the public. Stops include the Holly Hill House and newly renovated homes. A silent auction will be held after the tour at Overlook hall. Cost: $100. Information: 310-427-2450 or [email protected].
Sun Harbor Marina will host this swap meet where mariners can spend the morning shopping for new items to take back to the boat. Time: 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Chili Cook-off starts at 1 p.m. Where: 5000 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego. Information: 619-222-1167; sun-harbor.com.
This USCG Auxiliary course covers basic coastal navigation. This course is for newer boaters and those in need of a navigation refresher. Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: Channel Islands Boating Center, 3880 Bluefin Circle, Oxnard. Cost: $45. Information: Richard G. Heller, [email protected].
Tour Spirit of Dana Point when it docks in the harbor. Time: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. with sail from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Where: Santa Barbara Harbor. Cost: $40, adults; $22 children under 12. Information: 805-962-8404 Ext. 115.
Join world-class chefs and speakers for an afternoon of great food and wine during this event at the Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM). Time: Noon-4 p.m. Where: SBMM, 113 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara. Cost: $25, advanced tickets and SBMM members; $35, day of tickets. Information: 805-456-8747 or sbmm.org.
The Maritime Museum of San Diego is hosting a new haunted pirate-themed party for adults ages 21 and up. The evening includes costume contests and prizes, games, live music, photo booth pictures, dancing and more. Time: 8 p.m.-midnight. Where: Maritime Museum of San Diego, 1492 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego. Cost: $35, include complimentary photos, […]
Costumed canines gather at Ventura Harbor Village for a fun Pet Costume Contest. Prizes for Sea-Worthy, Creative/Original and more! Time: noon. Where: Ventura Harbor Village, 1583 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura.