Orange Coast College School of Sailing & Seamanship offers this class for sailors with little sailing experience who are ready to build their knowledge and confidence on the water. Students will learn sailing theory, points of sail, gybing, safety and docking. Eighty percent of class time is spent sailing in Lido 14 dinghies on Newport […]
These USCG three-hour seminars will help students unravel the mystery of charts by providing the navigator with the knowledge to interpret a chart to safely navigate.
These USCG three-hour seminars will help students unravel the mystery of charts by providing the navigator with the knowledge to interpret a chart to safely navigate.
Chula Vista Marina will host “It’s 5 O’Clock Somewhere Party,” an annual small boat and dinghy poker run. Prizes will be handed out to the winners and everyone will enjoy dancing to the sounds of Mark Woods & the Parrot Head Band. There will be seven stops during the poker run: Calypso Café, Loews Crown […]
These USCG practical hands-on class will enable boaters to get the most from their nautical GPS. Learn how to use the menus and functions to determine position, set waypoints, plot a course, determine speed and heading, correlate to a chart and more. Time: 7-9 p.m. Where: Dana Point Yacht Club, 24399 Dana Drive, Dana Point. […]
California’s Highway 395 vacationland will be explored at the monthly meeting where Jeff Simpson from the Mono County Tourism Commission will discuss the outdoor opportunities for the Eastern Sierra. Simpson’s talk will focus on fishing, hiking, camping and the history of Mono County. Senior Anglers of Escondido is open to all anglers age 50 and […]
South Coast Corinthian Yacht Club invites all centerboard sailboats and multihulls of 20 feet or less, for the 79th annual Outlook Trophy Race. The 12 mile iron man pursuit race is one of the oldest races on Santa Monica Bay. Dinner is included for all racers. Cost: $30 entry fee includes trophies and hospitality. Information: […]
The Wine Pub will roll out the red carpet and paparazzi will photograph dozens of San Diego’s socialite pups and their humans. Four-legged friends in tuxes and dresses will enjoy an evening of pampering, complete with bottle-bowl service and gourmet doggie treats, including dishes of chicken and wild rice, “pupsicles” and homemade, all-natural dog treats. […]
The 11th annual event includes a Meet ‘n’ Greet at Harbor Reef in Two Harbors where boat owners can reconnect with their Seawind and other multihull friends and catch up on past adventures. On Friday morning, enjoy a continental breakfast with Bloody Marys and/or mimosas at Isthmus Yacht Club. The crews of Free Luff […]
This course is a practical introduction to boat handling and safe powerboat operation for the novice or moderately experienced powerboat operator. Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: OCC School of Sailing & Seamanship, 1801 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. Instructor: Armando Eason.
This session is geared toward 3 to 5-year-olds as students will explore the ocean at through stories and crafts. Kids will have a chance to touch sea animals and explore the many wonders of the sea in the aquarium and in the lab. Choose from one or both two day sessions, each day focusing on […]
Spectators can watch teams of paddlers battle it out in a 21-mile race. Aside from the races, guests can also enjoy a small vendor expo, beer garden and music during the races. Time: All day.
The event is open to all wooden hulled boats and is presented by the Wooden Hull Yacht Club and sponsored jointly by Del Rey Yacht Club and Pacific Mariners’ Yacht Club. It is the only competition run in Santa Monica Bay exclusively for wooden hulled vessels. Information: Steve Guilford, 323-653-6797 [email protected]; Andy Kopetzky, 818-324-5872, [email protected].
The largest tuna-fishing tournament in the continental U.S. allows anglers to compete for awards while raising money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Information: tunachallenge.org.
Earn your U.S. Sailing Bareboat Cruising Certification through this four-session course that requires students to participate in all aspects of an offshore cruise. The course gives students the hands-on experience necessary for building offshore confidence. Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: OCC School of Sailing & Seamanship, 1801 W. Coast Highway, Newport Beach. Cost: $900 Instructor: […]
Fleet Week is an annual patriotic tradition where active military ships recently deployed in overseas operations docks in a major U.S. city for one week. Guided ship tours, military demonstrations and an air show with live entertainment are scheduled. Times vary. Where: L.A. Waterfront. Information: lafleetweek.com.
Compete for the furthest toss at the 30th annual event. Prizes will be awarded for the furthest throws. All chips will be provided. Contact: 310-510-4249.
Racers can kick off their Labor Day three-day weekend with the 39th annual Mission Bay to Oceanside to Southwestern Club Races. The first race, the Butler Invitational Race, is scheduled for Sept. 3 with the second race, Oceanside to Southwestern leg, slated for Sept. 4. Trophies from the first race will be awarded Sept. 3 […]
This annual event is the largest tall ship festival on the West Coast and is hosted at the Maritime Museum of San Diego. A parade of sail, ship boarding’s and on-water sails. Time: 9 a.m.-7 p.m., weekend; 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday. Cost: $7 adult, $5 senior, $5 child.