The Zhik 29er World Championship Regatta is hosted by Alamitos Bay Yacht Club in Long Beach. Sailors from 14 different countries are represented in this regatta scheduled for July 29 through Aug. 5. All races are expected to be held offshore. For more information, go to 29erworlds.org.
Balboa Yacht Club in Corona del Mar hosts the World Youth Match Racing Championship taking place from July 30-Aug. 5. Schedule is available online at bit.ly/2vjN5xO.
South Coast Corinthian Yacht Club hosts the 12.8 mile race in Marina del Rey. Centerboard boats and catamarans less than 21 are eligible to race. Registration Fee: $15 for singlehanded boats; $30 for boats crewed with two or more. Registration deadline: 9 a.m. on Aug. 20. Online registration: bit.ly/2uZvIT7.
A selection of Dale Chihuly’s artwork illuminates at night as part of a special outdoor exhibition at Catalina Island Museum. Guests can enjoy a beverage while taking in the illuminated outdoor selections on the museum’s second level plaza. Extended hours are offered every Thursday through Aug. 31. Contact the museum at 310-510-2424 for specific hours […]
This lecture is provided by Cabrillo Marine Aquarium in collaboration with urban marine research and innovation center, AltaSea. The lecture is from 7-9 p.m. at the Aquarium in the John M. Olguin Auditorium. Branwen Williams, an Assistant Professor of Environmental Science at the Claremont Colleges and an Oceanographer, will discuss human-caused climate change as documented […]
The annual Long Beach Sprint Nationals take place at Marine Stadium in Long Beach on Aug. 5-6. Gates open at 8 a.m. Races start at 9 a.m. For more information, go to scscracing.com.
This 15th annual Elizabeth Hospice Charity Regatta benefits the seriously ill and their families in San Diego and the Inland Empire. Hosted by Oceanside Yacht Club, The sailboat races start at noon on both Aug. 5 and 6.
This beginner boating class provides the knowledge needed to obtain a boat license or safety certification in many states. Topics include types of boats, trailering, navigation and more. Time: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Location: West Marine, 3433 Via Lido, Newport Beach, California 92663. Register By: Aug. 2. Contact: Sue Hutchings. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 714-309-5789. Course Cost: […]
August 5 is a day where one can tour the oldest fishing club in the world, the Tuna Club of Avalon. The Tuna Club's historian, Michael Farrior, will lead the tour of trophies, artifacts and photographs documenting big-game fishing history and the first recorded catches of tuna, marlin and swordfish using a rod and reel. […]
Orange County Fire Authority and the Orange County Sheriff’s Department will be here with specialty response units such as SWAT, bomb squad, boats, helicopters as well as K9 and bloodhounds. This is a free event starting at 10:30 a.m. in Sea Terrace Park in Dana Point. For more information, go to bit.ly/2tBntxF.
This course is designed for both the experienced and beginner boater. Topics include boater language, types of boats, trailering, marine engines, lines and knots, weather, radio and much more. The course starts on Sept. 7 and continues through Nov. 16. Time: 7-9:30p.m. Location: Del Rey Yacht Club, 13900 Palawan Way, Marina Del Rey, California 90292. […]
A selection of Dale Chihuly’s artwork illuminates at night as part of a special outdoor exhibition at Catalina Island Museum. Guests can enjoy a beverage while taking in the illuminated outdoor selections on the museum’s second level plaza. Extended hours are offered every Thursday through Aug. 31. Contact the museum at 310-510-2424 for specific hours […]
This course is designed for both the experienced and beginner boater. Topics include boater language, types of boats, trailering, marine engines, lines and knots, weather, radio and much more. Time: 9 a.m.-5p.m. Location: Channel Islands Boating Center, 3880 Blue Fin Circle, Channel Islands Harbor, Oxnard, California 93035. Contact: Richard G. Heller. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 805-640-1268. […]
The 15th annual Young Anglers’ Tournament takes place at Shelter Island Pier in San Diego. This event offers free fishing for anglers age 6 through 15. Major Market, Tommy Gomes of Catalina Offshore Products and Specialty Produce, provides hot dogs, fish tacos, chips and sodas for lunch to all registered anglers. More information is available […]
This beginner boating class provides the knowledge needed to obtain a boat license or safety certification in many states. Topics include types of boats, trailering, navigation and more. Time: 8 a.m.-5:30 p. Location: Bbmwd Board Room, 40524 Lakeview Dr., Big Bear Lake, California 92315. Contact: Mrk Poster. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 909-725-0447. Course Cost: $45 (lunch provided). […]
This beginner boating class provides the knowledge needed to obtain a boat license or safety certification in many states. Topics include types of boats, trailering, navigation and more. Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Location: Chula Vista Marina, 550 Marina Parkway, Mariners Lounge, Chula Vista, California 91910. Contact: Bill Andersen. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 619- 922-0231. Course Cost: […]
Pink Power Sailing is an event to empower young females to sail. Boats, kayaks and a couple standup paddleboards will be provided by Waterfront Education, a non-profit organization, from noon until sunset. Cost for adults is $30 each and $10 for kids 13 years and under with paid adult. Parking is validated but is still […]
San Diego Yacht Club hosts the International Etchells Class North American Championship, Aug. 16-19. Notice of race is posted online at 2017.etchellsnachamps.org.
The 12th annual Catalina Rally takes place at the Isthmus in Two Harbors, Aug. 17-20. The catamaran race starts at noon on Saturday and goes around the West End to Cat Harbor. Cost to register before Aug. 1 is $105 per person. Cost per person after Aug. 1 is $125. Register online at bit.ly/2tHoiGW.
A selection of Dale Chihuly’s artwork illuminates at night as part of a special outdoor exhibition at Catalina Island Museum. Guests can enjoy a beverage while taking in the illuminated outdoor selections on the museum’s second level plaza. Extended hours are offered every Thursday through Aug. 31. Contact the museum at 310-510-2424 for specific hours […]
This course is designed for both the experienced and beginner boater. Topics include boater language, types of boats, trailering, marine engines, lines and knots, weather, radio and much more. Class will be held the first Wed. of each month from Sept. 20-Dec. 6. Time: 7-9 p.m. First night registration begins at 6:30 PM. Nine auxiliary […]
Passengers aboard Ocean Institute’s R/V Sea Explorer will learn about bioluminescence. This phenomenon is a sight to be seen when marine life creates streaks of light in the ocean darkness of night. Time: 8:30-10:30 p.m. For more information and prices, go to bit.ly/2svNnPn.
Catamaran races take off at Leadbetter Beach in Santa Barbara, Aug. 19-20, for the annual Wine and Roses Regatta. This charity regatta benefits the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Santa Barbara Yacht Club hosts a dinner and charity auction on the night of Aug. 19. Registration fees (include race entry, t-shirt and swag): $100 for a two-person boat, […]
This course covers the use of GPS and other electronic devices as well as the back-up skill of navigation using charts, navigation plotting tools, and dead-reckoning. This class is for two days on Aug. 19 and 20. Time: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Location: Chula Vista Marina, 550 Marina Parkway, Mariners Lounge, Chula Vista, California 91910. Contact: […]
This beginner boating class provides the knowledge needed to obtain a boat license or safety certification in many states. Topics include types of boats, trailering, navigation and more. Time: 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Location: Lake Elsinore Marine, 18010 Grand Avenue, Lake Elsinore, California 92530. Contact: Peter Dawson. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 951-202-1584. Course Cost: $75 (breakfast and […]
This beginner boating class provides the knowledge needed to obtain a California Boaters Card. Topics include type of boats, trailering, navigation, boat handling and more. Time: 9:30-11 a.m. Location: Chula Vista Marina. Instructor: Bill Anderson U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary. Contact: Bill Anderson at 619-922-0231 or Chula Vista Marina at 619-691-1860. Cost: $35.
South bound cruisers had to make do with charts that were outdated at best. Seabreeze can now provide charts for Mexico from the Mexican Navy. Accurate for use with GPS and generally up to date for major harbors, the Mexican charts are a significant improvement over what formerly was provided by the U.S. government, many […]
Learn how to operate one of the most important safety devices on your boat. Includes hands on experience in making and responding to calls. Time: 7-9 p.m. Location: Dana Point Yacht Club, 24399 Dana Dr., Dana Point. Website: uscgaux-danapoint.org. Cost: $20.
A selection of Dale Chihuly’s artwork illuminates at night as part of a special outdoor exhibition at Catalina Island Museum. Guests can enjoy a beverage while taking in the illuminated outdoor selections on the museum’s second level plaza. Extended hours are offered every Thursday through Aug. 31. Contact the museum at 310-510-2424 for specific hours […]
King Harbor Yacht Club (KHYC) hosts the 5th annual King Harbor Race Week. All boats longer than 13 feet are eligible to enter. Registration fees range from $60 to $175 depending on the length of the boat. Register before Aug. 20 to qualify for a $15 discount. Hospitality for racers includes beer, rum tastings, and […]
Santa Barbara Yacht Club and the Santa Barbara Sailing Club welcomes the following classes to the 2017 Goleta Beach Race and picnic: PHRF, CHRF and One design fleets. Online registration: bit.ly/2uWqXv5.
The annual 22-mile aquatic marathon to Manhattan Beach Pier kicks off Aug. 27 at the Catalina Island Isthmus Cove. Former L.A. County lifeguard Bob Hogan launched the race in 1955. More information, including how to register, is available at catalinaclassicpaddleboardrace.org.
The Ocean Shark Excursion is an opportunity for children to learn about sharks and conservation. Myths will be dispelled and critical thinking skills will be fostered. The day’s activities begin with a shark researcher presenting videos of her personal diving experiences. The group will then board a boat and be taken on an ocean excursion […]
This course provides basic boating knowledge to help determine what kind of boat you need. The class will also cover boating laws, safety, trailering, navigation as well as knots and lines. Dates for this course are Aug. 29, Sept. 5, 19, 26 and Oct. 3. Cost: $50. Time: 6:30-9:30 p.m. Location: First United Methodist Church, […]
A selection of Dale Chihuly’s artwork illuminates at night as part of a special outdoor exhibition at Catalina Island Museum. Guests can enjoy a beverage while taking in the illuminated outdoor selections on the museum’s second level plaza. Extended hours are offered every Thursday through Aug. 31. Contact the museum at 310-510-2424 for specific hours […]
LA Fleet Week is an annual public event at the Port of Los Angeles, Sept. 1-4, dedicated to the U.S. armed forces. Food, fireworks, entertainment and educational activities are all a part of the festivities during the labor day weekend. Tours aboard military vessels are free but require a reservation. Website is lafleetweek.com.
The 4th annual Kevin Woyjeck Memorial Saltwater Fishing is currently sold out. The public is still welcome to attend the reception at the Boathouse on the Bay following the fishing tournament. The charter boats return at 4:30 p.m. The reception following the fishing includes an awards ceremony and raffle prizes at the restaurant. Those not […]
Alamitos Bay Yacht Club welcomes members of yacht clubs and sailing organizations to participate in the Labor Day Regatta. Boats in various classes participate in this race including Lidos, Sabots, Hobies, Lasers and more. Ocean classes will race behind the breakwater with bay classes racing in Alamitos Bay. Entry fee: $40 per boat in the […]
Shoreline Yacht Club (SYC), Dana Point Yacht Club (DPYC) and Dana West Club (DWYC) host the Long Beach to Dana Point Race. SYC will have dinner and a no-host bar available for racers on Sept. 1 and a breakfast buffet on Sept. 2. The race takes place on Sept. 2. DWYC hosts an after-race party […]