The San Diego Yacht Club (SDYC) hosts the Moth North American Championship. The races take place at Crown Cove in Coronado from Sept. 29-Oct. 1. The SDYC will hold the skipper’s meeting and reception starting at 6 p.m. on Sept. 28. The regatta involves 13 races total over three days, Sept. 29-Oct. 1. The cost […]
The 2nd annual in-water boat show at Cabrillo Way Marina will have over 150 boats from trawlers and cruisers to sailboats and catamarans. Show hours are Thursday from 12-7 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission fee is $15 per adult with children 12 and younger free. […]
Boaters and yachting enthusiasts are welcome to attend a free informative discussion and presentation by Sailing Illustrated Founder, Publisher and Editor Tom Ehman. The lecture is titled “The State Of Our Sport And What We Know About the Next America’s Cup” and will provide insight into what’s happening with yacht racing and what’s going on down […]
This course is designed teach navigation using GPS and other electronic devices as well as the back-up skill using charts, plotting tools and dead reckoning. This Thursday night course is from Sept. 28-Dec. 7. Time: 7-9:30 p.m. Contact: Mary Baine. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 714-834-1069. Cost: $85. Prerequisite is completion of Boating Skills and Seamanship or […]
Salt Life presents the 2017 Pacific Paddle Games, an international standup paddleboarding competition, in Dana Point. Vendors will be setup with equipment, food, drinks and music. Location: Doheny State Beach, 25300 Dana Point Harbor Dr., Dana Point, California 92629. Registration deadline: Sept. 15. Early registration deadline: Sept. 1. Website to register: ppg.supthemag.com/registration.
The 2nd annual in-water boat show at Cabrillo Way Marina will have over 150 boats from trawlers and cruisers to sailboats and catamarans. Show hours are Thursday from 12-7 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission fee is $15 per adult with children 12 and younger free. […]
The ABC course provides basic boating knowledge for new and experienced boaters. Topics include required safety equipment, navigation rules and aids, regulations, communications, anchoring and more. This course is approved by the State of California and the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators meeting the requirement for the California Boater Card starting in 2018. […]
This course provides basic boating knowledge for new and experienced boaters. Topics include required safety equipment, navigation rules and aids, regulations, communications, anchoring and more. This course is approved by the State of California and the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators meeting the requirement for the California Boater Card starting in 2018. Class […]
The 2nd annual in-water boat show at Cabrillo Way Marina will have over 150 boats from trawlers and cruisers to sailboats and catamarans. Show hours are Thursday from 12-7 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission fee is $15 per adult with children 12 and younger free. […]
Lobster will be on the menu at El Galleon throughout the entire month of October, as the Avalon restaurant celebrates LobsterFest and OktoberFest, Oct. 1-31. Diners will be able to enjoy fresh caught local lobster served alongside shrimp cornbread stuffing, fresh corn and rice pilaf. A choice of Paulaner Beers from Munich will also be […]
The 2nd annual in-water boat show at Cabrillo Way Marina will have over 150 boats from trawlers and cruisers to sailboats and catamarans. Show hours are Thursday from 12-7 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission fee is $15 per adult with children 12 and younger free. […]
Buccaneer Days will be coming to Two Harbors, Oct. 5-8. The Pirate Village at Harbor Sands will feature multiple bars and live bands everyday, as well as DJs every night. The event will also feature costume contests and treasure hunts. Tickets for VIP access, camping packages, palapa/chaise lounge reservations and general admission can be purchased […]
The San Diego Yacht Club (SDYC) hosts the 2017 A Cat North American Championship. The 11 races take place at Crown Cove in Coronado over three days, Oct. 6-8. The regatta registration fee is $275 per boat. The deadline to register is Sept. 27. Only boats with a International A-Class Catamaran Association (IACA) membership are […]
Find deals on boating gear at the Marine Gear Swap Meet, Oct. 7, from 7 a.m. to noon. This is an opportunity to recharge and recertify fire extinguishers. Cost for a space to sell is $15 for used items or $30 for new items. Sunbrella material man, rope & line man, and the Coast Guard […]
The Channel Islands National Park sponsors a “From Shore to Sea” lecture about research being administered at the Channel Islands and the surrounding water. Lecture is free and open to the public. Time: 7-8 p.m. Location: Channel Islands National Park Robert J. Logomarsino, Visitor Center, 1901 Spinnaker Drive in Ventura Harbor. The lecture is free […]
This course is designed teach navigation using GPS and other electronic devices as well as the back-up skill using charts, plotting tools and dead reckoning.Time: 7-9:30 p.m. Location: Lake Elsinore Marine, 18010 Grand Ave., Lake Elsinore. Contact: Peter Dawson. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 951-202-1584. Cost: $75 (refreshments provided).
This class informs boaters of what’s important to be safe while on the water. Boating safety certification will be obtained upon completion. Location: West Marine, 3433 Via Lido, Newport Beach. Time: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Contact: Sue Hutchings. Phone: 714-309-5789. Email: [email protected]. Cost: $40. Pay cash or check only at class. E-mail or call to hold […]
For all our cruisers getting read to head South, this is a do not miss session. Ham Radio communication is used worldwide with capabilities for both short range and long range communications. Useful for boaters who cruise to far away ports and want to communicate economically over long distances. Instructor: Mark Williams. Call Chula Vista […]
The 16th annual Harbor and Seafood Festival takes place in Santa Barbara Harbor from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 14. Enjoy lobster, crab, oysters, mussels, fish tacos, clam chowder and much more. Live entertainment includes three bands on the main stage. More than 40 arts and crafts vendors will be exhibiting. The […]
This class informs boaters of what’s important to be safe while on the water. This beginner boating class will give you the knowledge needed to obtain a boat license or […]
Top sailors from around the world will race high-speed foiling catamarans for four days on Harbor Island in San Diego. The event is free to the public. The race village will consist of family-friendly activities, a kid’s zone, live music, vendors, food and beer gardens. A VIP experience is an option for spectators wanting to […]
Live music, food, games, hayrides, pumpkin patch on the beach and more will be featured on Crescent Avenue during the annual Fall Fest. The street event, considered the official kick-off for fall on the island, will be held 5-9 p.m. and raise money for local charities. Call 310=510-0220, ext. 231, for more information.
Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club in Corona del Mar hosts the 12th Annual Corinthian Cup. All junior members of Southern California Youth Yacht Racing Association (SCYYRA) are eligible to sail in this regatta. The regatta takes place in the harbor of Newport Beach. Contact director Cameron MacClaren at 949-640-2402 to learn more about the Bahia Corinthian […]
Boaters can buy and sell boating supplies and equipment at the Cabrillo Beach Yacht Club parking lot from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Cost to rent vendor space to sell is $10. Proceeds from vendor fees go to the junior sailing program. Contact: Zoltan at 310-350-1930 or Steve Nash at 310-377-7911. Location: 211 West 22nd […]
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 a.m.-5 p.m. Location: Chula Vista Marina, 550 Marina Parkway, Mariners Lounge, Chula Vista. Contact: Bill Anderson. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 619-922-0231. Cost: $35. Limited seating. Register by Oct. 14.
Join the annual Welcome Cruisers Potluck BBQ & Vendor Fair with special wholesale discount pricing. Barbecue starts at noon with free hot dogs, chicken chili and sodas for all customers. Cruisers share potluck dishes and reps share cruising information. Store Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Location: Sailing Supply/Downwind Marine, 2804 Canon Street, San Diego.
The 16th annual Sailathon is happening in Pierpont Bay off the Ventura Pier on Sunday, Oct. 23. The event is open to all watercraft (from paddles to sails to motors) and benefits CAREGIVERS, a volunteer organization assisting the elderly. A skippers’ meeting is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. at Pierpont Bay Club. Vessels take to the […]
Cruisers Sailmail Training Workshop takes place from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (Check-in 8:30 a.m.). Location: Point Loma Assembly Hall, 3035 Talbot Street, San Diego. Cost: $50/person or $75/couple, cash or check at the door. Cost includes training material and lunch. RSVP: [email protected]. More information online at saildocs.com/seminars.
Sailing Supply/Downwind Marine hosts great speaker Dick Markie, Veteran Cruiser & Harbor Master, Paradise Village Marina & YC in Nuevo Vallarta. Topic: Cruising Mexico – Everything You Need to Know and More – plus review of PV’s PPJ Seminars. Time: 6-8 p.m. (doors open at 5:45 p.m.) Location: Back door of Sailing Supply/Downwind Marine, 2804 Cañon Street, San […]
Sailing Supply/Downwind Marine hosts great speaker Capt. Ann Kinner, Veteran Cruiser, USCG Master & Owner, SeaBreeze Nautical Books and Charts. Topic: Update on Using Current Nautical Charts – plus Review of the Newest Charts from Mexico. Time: 6-8 p.m. (doors open at 5:45 p.m.) Location: Back door of Sailing Supply/Downwind Marine, 2804 Cañon Street, San Diego (near Shelter Island). Cost: […]
This boating safety class is designed for those not generally at the helm to help be prepared with the basics in case of an emergency. Time: 7-9 p.m. Location: Dana Point Yacht Club, 24399 Dana Dr., Dana Point. Contacts: Eric Gritzmacher ([email protected]; 949-632-2378) and Garry Nelsen (714-234-0731). Cost: $20.
Sailing Supply/Downwind Marine hosts great speaker CF Koehler, Veteran Cruiser, Mechanic, Boat Builder & Owner, Koehler Kraft. Topic: Survive Cruising Boat Work & Keep your Diesel Motor Happy – plus Cruiser’s Haul-Out Prep Advice. Time: 6-8 p.m. (doors open at 5:45 p.m.) Location: Back door of Sailing Supply/Downwind Marine, 2804 Cañon Street, San Diego (near Shelter Island). Cost: […]
Sailing Supply/Downwind Marine hosts great speaker Capt. Pat Rains, USCG Master, Author & Publisher, Point Loma Publishing. Topic: Baja Southbound: What to Avoid, What to Savor plus Q&A on her books, incl. Mexico Boating Guide. Time: 6-8 p.m. (doors open at 5:45 p.m.) Location: Back door of Sailing Supply/Downwind Marine, 2804 Cañon Street, San Diego (near Shelter Island). […]
The adventures start with a haunted tour first aboard Pilgrim then the Boathouse followed by the Mad Scientist Lab. Tours start every 10 minutes from 6:00 pm to 8:50 p.m. on both days. A variety of education activities for kids of all ages will be offered at the Ocean Educational Center. Cost for tour and […]
Peninsula Yacht Marina, located in the Channel Islands Harbor, hosts the semi-annual Boaters Swap Meet. Admission, vendor space and parking are all free. Shop and sell new and used boat equipment, dinghies, marine supplies, kayaks, motors, nautical knick-knacks, tools, electronics, hardware, fishing gear and more. Time: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Location: Channel Islands Harbor, 3700 Peninsula […]
This class informs boaters of what’s important to be safe while on the water. This beginner boating class will give you the knowledge needed to obtain a boat license or safety certification in many states. Time: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Location: Van Nuys Flyaway 2nd Floor, 7610 Woodley Ave., Van Nuys. Contacts: Orrei Barasch ([email protected]; 818-384-3778) […]
Join Curtis and Julie Denmark for a presentation on their trip to San Diego from Seattle. They will discuss the preparation, weather, and routing along with the actual experience from their adventure. This will be something you wont want to miss. Call Chula Vista Marina at 619-691-1860.
Baja Ha-Ha XXIV Cruiser Rally starts in San Diego, stops in Turtle Bay and Bahia Santa Maria, and finishes in Cabo San Lucas . Registration is nonrefundable and closes at noon on Oct. 29. Information is available online at baja-haha.com. .
Halloween daytime activities for children and evening events for ages 13 and older. Explore haunted pirate ships. Admission is free. Location: Burton Chace Park in Marina del Rey. Website: bit.ly/2froqR1.
Catalina Island Conservancy hosts the 2nd annual Halloween event at the Wrigley Memorial & Botanic Garden from 4-8 p.m. The Families in Nature program sponsors a "spooky trail" for young children. Older kids and adults can venture along the "Trail of Fright," which is "not for the faint of heart." Games, prizes, crafts, face painting, […]
Sailing Supply/Downwind Marine hosts great speaker Capt. Jerry Murphy, MD, Retired Navy, USCG Master, Pilot, HAM Operator, Veteran Cruiser. Topic: Coconut Milk Run - routing, stories and lessons learned while crossing the Pacific in a small cutter. Time: 6-8 p.m. (doors open at 5:45 p.m.) Location: Back door of Sailing Supply/Downwind Marine, 2804 Cañon Street, San Diego (near […]
Sailing Supply/Downwind Marine hosts great speaker Bruce Brown, Bruce Brown & Assoc, Sailor, Member-US Sailing Safety at Sea & USCG Trainer. Topic: Downwind Sailing Gear & Techniques – plus Essential Safety Prep for Coastal Cruising. Time: 6-8 p.m. (doors open at 5:45 p.m.) Location: Back door of Sailing Supply/Downwind Marine, 2804 Cañon Street, San Diego (near Shelter Island). […]
Lots to talk about and cover. This is a on-going Wednesday evening class. Don Johnson instructor. Topics include delivering power, engine starting, generating and storing power, electrical wiring, circuit breakers panels, magnetic influence, terminal fittings and just a ton of information. Call Chula Vista Marina, 619.691.1860. The classes are on going and scheduled for November 1, 8, 15, […]
Sailing Supply/Downwind Marine hosts great speaker Tom Teevin, Veteran Cruiser, Outboard Service Mechanic & Educator-Faculty, SDCCU. Topic: Info & Troubleshooting Tips to Maintain Your Outboard Motor while Cruising in Mexico. Time: 6-8 p.m. (doors open at 5:45 p.m.) Location: Back door of Sailing Supply/Downwind Marine, 2804 Cañon Street, San Diego (near Shelter Island). Cost: $3 per person. […]
Sailing Supply/Downwind Marine hosts great speaker Sabrina Mashburn, MSEd., MAS, Wildlife Biologist, Marine Ecologist & Environmental Consultant. Topic: Southern California's Sea Turtles: Where to See Them and How Boaters Can Help Them. Time: 6-8 p.m. (doors open at 5:45 p.m.) Location: Back door of Sailing Supply/Downwind Marine, 2804 Cañon Street, San Diego (near Shelter Island). Cost: $3 per […]
The 2017 Fall Pt. Fermin Inverted Start Charity Race benefits “Rainbow Services,” which supports victims of domestic violence. Location: Cabrillo Beach Yacht Club, 211 West 22nd St., San Pedro. Club information: cbyc.org. Online registration: bit.ly/2wZU2EL.
The Butler Cup will be hosted by Long Beach Yacht Club. Location: LBYC, 6201 Appian Way, Long Beach. Phone number: 562-598-9401. Club information: lbyc.org. Online registration: bit.ly/2xL5xEx.
This 4-day weekend course is on navigation. Advanced registration is required. Contact Jack Guida, [email protected], 760-207-7180. Location: Oceana East 1, Community Clubhouse, 3801 Cinnamon Way, 861 Parsley Way, Oceanside, CA 92057. Cost: $90 (lunch is provided each day). More information is available online at wow.uscgaux.info/pe_class_flyer.php?unit=114-12-07&course=20698.
Balboa Yacht Club welcomes the public to a family fun day and regatta the first weekend of November. Kid’s activities include a bounce house and music on Saturday along with a children’s race. The regatta begins at 1 p.m. with an awards ceremony at 4 p.m. The regatta continues at 1 p.m. on Sunday followed […]
The 2nd annual Ocean Awareness Challenge is taking place at the Festival of Arts grounds in Laguna Beach with dinner, music and an IMAX film on humpback whales. Guest speakers include an expert in conservation law, an authority on white sharks and California Director of Oceana. Time: 4:30-9:30 p.m. Cost: $95/adult, $45/child. All proceeds from […]
Balboa Yacht Club welcomes the public to a family fun day and regatta the first weekend of November. Kid’s activities include a bounce house and music on Saturday along with a children’s race. The regatta begins at 1 p.m. with an awards ceremony at 4 p.m. The regatta continues at 1 p.m. on Sunday followed […]