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Chafing Gear for Dock Line Protection

Chafing gear may not be the flashiest piece of equipment on a boat, but it’s one of the most important. It serves as the quiet guardian between the elements, the

Local

Fog Season Brings Safety Reminder

Each year as Southern California moves deeper into the late fall and winter months, familiar marine conditions return to the coastline. Cool mornings, gentle offshore breezes and lingering humidity often

News & Departments

A Floating Christmas

Long before coastal harbors glowed with parade lights and marina gatherings became part of California’s holiday season, Christmas at sea was a quieter and far more rugged affair. Ship logs

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South Coast Fish Report

Provided by Dana Wharf Sportfishing Really nice weather played a big role in our week. Sunshine and really nice conditions made for fun late November fishing. The 1/2 day trips

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When The Water Hose Goes Into The Diesel Tank

Editor’s Note: Marc Hughston, Chief Instructor for Santana Sailing in Long Beach, contributed this article. The content has been published with his full permission, and The Log acknowledges his expertise