WATERFRONT ACTIVITIES October 2015

A private yacht experience for only $45, departs 3 times a day including two drinks: Beer, Wine, Soda or Water.

Published: October, 2015

 

Every Day       12:00PM/1:30PM/3:30PM – 90-minute SF Bay Sail - San Francisco Sailing Company, Pier 39 Marina, San Francisco, 415-378-4887, www.sailsf.com

A private yacht experience for only $45, departs 3 times a day including two drinks: Beer, Wine, Soda or Water.  Call (415) 378-4887 or go online to www.sailsf.com and book immediately. We sail by Alcatraz on every trip toward Angel Island, into Richardson Bay, parallel to  the Golden Gate Bridge and along the City Front.  

 

Every Day       5PM - 7PM - Sunset Sail - San Francisco Sailing Company, Pier 39 Marina, San Francisco, 415-378-4887,http://www.sailsf.com www.sailsf.com

2-hour sailing cruise on a 41-foot sailing yacht. Leave from Pier 39 and sail the Bay with panoramic views of the City, Alcatraz and the Bridges while the sun sets. This cruise includes two beverages (Beer/Wine/Soda/Water). Cost is $55 per person.

               

Every Sat/Sun      10AMNoon – Golden Gate Champagne Sail - San Francisco Sailing Company, Pier 39 Marina, San Francisco, 415-378-4887,  www.sailsf.com

We depart from Pier 39, go straight to the Golden Gate Bridge and sail down through the entire central Bay past Alcatraz and toward the Oakland Bay Bridge. Enjoy the best panoramic views of the SF City front, Sausalito and Angel Island. Only $60 per person including two drinks: Champagne, Mimosa, Beer, Wine, Soda or Water. Call or book online: (415) 378-4887, www.sailsf.com.

 

Oct  10        11AM – 5:30PM – Fleet Week Cruise on Seaward - OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com

The Blue Angels air show is returning to San Francisco this year. Enjoy the awe-inspiring aerial acrobatics of the US Navy Blue Angels, this year’s Team Oracle, The Patriots Jet Team and numerous other spectacles from the best seat in the bay area, aboard the 82’ Schooner Seaward. Retail cost is $175 and members $131.25.

 

Oct  10          7PM - 9PM – Seminar Series: Weather - OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510 843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com  

Many of you are familiar with the westerly summer wind machine we have in the Bay. But do you know about central California’s microclimates? Do you know why Sacramento’s tule fog is more dangerous than San Francisco summer fog? In this course, learn about the anatomy of a winter storm, how to predict Santa Ana conditions on the Bay, and other useful weather information. Course is free:  Call to RSVP.  

 

Oct  16          6PM – 8:30PM – Sunset Sail - Call of the Sea, Sausalito, 415-331-3214, Callofthesea.org

Climb aboard the classic schooner Seaward and see San Francisco from the water! Take in an unmatched view of the city front as you sail by famous San Francisco sights such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and Angel Island. You can sit back and enjoy the view, or get involved in sailing the schooner with the help of our professional crew. Complimentary wine, cheese, and light refreshments will be served. $55 per Passenger.

 

Oct  17          10AM – 1PM – Man Overboard Demo - OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com

You probably know how to reliably get back to a person in the water but what do you do next? How do you get the victim back on board safely? What do you need to take into consideration before recovering someone?  What if the person is unconscious? What kind of equipment is available and how do you use it? Course is free: Call to RSVP.

 

Oct  17          6:30PM – 9PM – Planning Party : Baja - OCSC Sailing, Berkeley,  510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com         

Join us aboard the 82’ Schooner Seaward, along the Pacific coast to warm weather, endless beaches and friendly people on a sailing adventure you’ll never forget. While improving navigation and sailing skills, you’ll also get the chance to explore local markets, practice Spanish, catch fish of the day, watch and study the abundant sea life and whales, swim and just relax. Free: Call to RSVP.

 

 Oct 19-30         Captain OUPV (6-Pack/100GT) Course -Maritime Institute, San Rafael, 888-262-8020 www.MaritimeInstitute.com  

Why settle for just an OUPV license when 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.

 

Oct  23          6PM – 8:30PM - Sunset Sail – Call of the Sea, Sausalito, 415-331-3214, Callofthesea.org

Climb aboard the classic schooner Seaward and see San Francisco from the water! Take in an unmatched view of the city front as you sail by famous San Francisco sights such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and Angel Island. You can sit back and enjoy the view, or get involved in sailing the schooner with the help of our professional crew. Complimentary wine, cheese, and light refreshments will be served. $55 per Passenger.

 

Oct 24          7:15PM – 10PM - Saturday Night Fireworks Sail - Schooner Freda B, Sausalito, (415) 331-0444, schoonerfredab.com

See the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco Skyline lit up at night with a grand finale of fireworks over pier 39. Cost is $99 per person.

 

Oct  27          6PM – 8:30PM - October Full Hunter’s Moon Sail - Schooner Freda B, Sausalito, (415) 331-0444, schoonerfredb.com

Sail the San Francisco Bay and take in this month’s spectacular full moon from the deck of the schooner Freda B Cost is $79 per person.

 

Oct  30         6PM – 8:30PM - Sunset Sail – Call of the Sea, Sausalito, 415-331-3214, Callofthesea.org

Climb aboard the classic schooner Seaward and see San Francisco from the water! Take in an unmatched view of the city front as you sail by famous San Francisco sights such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and Angel Island. You can sit back and enjoy the view, or get involved in sailing the schooner with the help of our professional crew. Complimentary wine, cheese, and light refreshments will be served. $55 per Passenger.

 

Oct 31           10AM – 1PM - Halloween Sail: Ghost Stories and Wicked Legends of the Bay - Schooner Freda B, Sausalito, (415) 331-0444,  schoonerfredab.com

Join the captain and crew of the traditional schooner Freda B for a special Halloween Sail all about the ghosts, the legends and the lore of the Bay Area. $75 per person. 

 

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