Events

Local freelance writer and photographer Chuck Graham will describe his favorite kayaking trips and wildlife encounters around the Channel Islands, during the June From Shore to Sea lecture. Graham will share some of his most challenging and most rewarding kayaking trips circumnavigating the unique eddies and coves of the islands.

Cortez Racing Association presents a fundraiser to benefit the Living Coast Discovery Center, a nonprofit that provides environmental education on San Diego’s coastal resource conservation. A dinner and regatta are scheduled.

Boaters can buy and sell used boating gear at the annual swap meet that runs consecutively with the Pacific Mariner Yacht Club’s open house and membership drive. A free extinguisher certifications and recharge booth will also be available at the event. Free; $30 for space.

The King Harbor Boating Foundation in conjunction with the USCG proposes to conduct hands-on training for local boaters in the proper use and deployment of USCG compliant handheld, aerial and LED visual distress signals, fire extinguishers and PFDs. The latest in safety equipment will also be on display at the event.

The Land & Sea Festival promotes the role of marina in the enjoyment of boating and stewardship of our waterways. Sun Harbor and Point Loma marinas invite the public to stop by the event that will feature exhibitors and demonstration, music and games for all ages

Held by the Niguel Art Association, the show includes paintings and artworks by local artists

The Women’s Sailing Association of Santa Monica Bay will feature Colby Smith speaking on his work with the Los Angeles Maritime Institute’s TopSail Youth Program, which teaches sailing to inner city youth aboard the tall ships Exy Johnson and Irving Johnson.