Do you dream of sailing in the San Francisco Bay but don’t have enough sailing experience? Would you like to brush up on your sailing skills in a laid back, friendly environment? Stop by and visit the Bay Area’s newest fleet & sailing school in beautiful Sausalito.
Published: April, 2013
Anytime Charter the Bay – Sunsail in Sausalito, 800-797-5907, www.sunsail.com
Do you dream of sailing in the San Francisco Bay but don’t have enough sailing experience? Would you like to brush up on your sailing skills in a laid back, friendly environment? Stop by and visit the Bay Area’s newest fleet & sailing school in beautiful Sausalito. Sunsail offers ASA sailing courses for all levels of experience, Corporate Events as well as Bareboat Yacht Charters and Racing options. Sunsail’s First 40 fleet boats are award winning, brand new & heated! Call or drop by today and see for yourself! See our ad on Page 11.
Every Wednesday 6PM – 8PM - Wednesday Night Sailing is BACK! - OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Enjoy a relaxing evening on the bay! Set sail on one of our larger yachts skippered by a professional OCSC skipper, followed by chowder, chili, chips & salsa, and beverages from 8 – 9:30 PM in our club room. Cost: $60 Retail, $45 Members
April 5 7PM – 9PM - Larry Jacobson, author of "The Boy Behind the Gate" - OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Former OCSC Member, Larry Jacobson, will talk about his six year circumnavigation with stories about the South Pacific, the Red Sea and cruising the coast of Turkey for 1 year! Cost is free.
April 5-26 Captain OUPV (6-Pack/100GT) Maritime Institute, San Rafael and Monterey, 888-262-8020, www.MaritimeInstitute.com
Why settle for just an OUPV license? Our USCG approved Captain’s course meets the requirement for not only the OUPV/6-PACK License; but also - OUPV up to 100 GT - Master or Mate Near Coastal less than 100 GT - Master or Mate Inland less than 100 GT. To register or view our complete schedule, visit www.MaritimeInstitute.com. Please see our ad on page 10.
April 6 6:30PM – 9PM - 2014 Thailand Flotilla Planning Party - OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Have you ever dreamed of sailing in southeast Asia? Come for hors d’oeuvres and drinks, meet like-minded sailors interested in international sailing adventures and learn all about our 2014 Flotilla to Phuket, Thailand!! Cost: is free.
April 7 10AM – 2PM - Kayak Basics – California Canoe & Kayak, Oakland Estuary, 800-366-9804, www.calkayak.com
Are you ready to try kayaking? Maximize your fun on the water! This 4 hour class emphasizes basic water safety using recreational kayaks. You will learn the basic paddle strokes and fundamental kayak maneuvers in a calm water setting. Class fee includes kayak, paddling gear, and a coupon for 50% off a future kayak rental (one hour)! Cost: $59
April 13 12:30PM – 3PM - Stand Up Paddle Boarding – Outback Adventures, Larkspur, 415-461-2222, www.outbackadventures.com
Come join Outback Adventures and learn why Stand Up Paddle Boarding is one of the fastest growing paddle sports in the industry. Learn paddle technique and get an opportunity to try many different kinds of board we will practice the skills in the protected waters of the Corte Madera Creek, no experience necessary. ($60 per person 2.5 hour class)
April 21 9AM – 2PM – Tomales Bay Tour – Outback Adventures, Larkspur, 415-461-2222, www.outbackadventures.com
Come experience on of the premier paddling destinations in California on this guided kayak tour! Wildlife abounds in this spectacular setting, one of the largest protected bays and coastal area in California. Half way through our paddling tour we will stop on a secluded beach only accessible by small water craft and eat lunch. ($85 per person 5 hour tour)
April 26 6:30PM – 9:30PM – Oakland Sunset Kayak Trip - California Canoe & Kayak, Jack London Square, 800-366-9804, www.calkayak.com
Sunset kayaking is an enchanting experience. The water often turns glassy and calm on the Oakland Estuary late in the day, and twilight adds to the unique ambiance. We’ll enjoy a leisurely paddling pace as the sun goes down, setting the stage for a beautiful evening on the water. You’ll stay warm and dry in our cozy double sea kayaks, too. No experience necessary for double kayak. Cost: $39
April 26 7:30PM – 10:30PM – Moonlight Paddle – Outback Adventures, Larkspur, 415-461-2222, www.outbackadventures.com
Navigating your kayak by moonlight is a mystical experience you won’t soon forget. This unique kayak tour allows for a grand view of the moon rising into the night’s sky. We will paddle leisurely while admiring the moon’s silvery light reflecting off the water’s surface. ($65 per person 3 hour tour)
April 27 1PM - 3:30PM – Stand Up Paddle Boarding – Outback Adventures, Larkspur, 415-461-2222, www.outbackadventures.com
Come join Outback Adventures and learn why Stand Up Paddle Boarding is one of the fastest growing paddle sports in the industry. Learn paddle technique and get an opportunity to try many different kinds of board we will practice the skills in the protected waters of the Corte Madera Creek, no experience necessary. ($60 per person 2.5 hour class)
April 27 2PM – 5PM – OCSC Spring Fling Sail on the Schooner Seaward! - OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Celebrate the coming of Spring with a sail on our 82’ schooner Seaward. Enjoy 3 hours on the bay, followed by food and drink on our beautiful campus. Cost: Non-Members: $90, Members: $71.25
April 28 9AM – NOON – Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP) 101 - California Canoe & Kayak, Oakland Estuary, 800-366-9804, www.calkayak.com
You’ve probably seen Stand Up Paddlers, seemingly walking on water! Give Stand Up Paddling a try in our introductory SUP class. SUPing has become incredibly popular in a few short years because it’s so fun, easy, and another GREAT way to get on the water. (It’s good for you, too.) No previous paddling or surfing experience is necessary. Our SUP boards are great for novices - great for rentals, too, once you’ve completed the class. Good physical condition is important to assure an enjoyable class. Cost: $60
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