WATERFRONT ACTIVITIES

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;

Published: November, 2016

 

Oct 31- Nov 11 Captain OUPV (6-Pack/100GT) Course - Maritime Institute, Alameda, (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.

 

November 9    6PM – 8PM - Wednesday Night Sail on the Bay – OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, (510) 843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com

Leave your mid-week blues at the dock and come out for a rejuvenating, twilight sail on San Francisco Bay. Every Wednesday night, members and non-members head out for two hours of sailing, either in chartered boats or with an instructor. Hit the water with old friends or new ones to break up the work week and watch the sun set behind the Golden Gate. Once you dock, shed your foulies and join us in the club room for chili, chowder, and drinks. Each Skippered boat takes up to 6 passengers. No experience required to join in! Retail: $75, Member: $56.25

 

November 12 7PM – 9PM - Bay Area Weather Seminar – 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. Seminar is Free: Call to RSVP

 

November 13 3:45PM – 6:30PM - Full Moon Sail - Schooner Freda B, Sausalito, CA (415) 331-0444, www.schoonerfredab.com

Watch the sunset and the full moon rise from the deck of a traditional gaff rigged schooner. Cash bar for Napa/Sonoma Wines, California beers and premium non alcoholic beverages on deck. $59 per person

 

November 17 License Renewal Course - Maritime Institute, San Rafael, (888) 262-8020 www.MaritimeInstitute.com

Renew your U.S.C.G. Deck license (up to 200 ton only) by completing the one day classroom presentation and course examination. No sea-time is required. Certificates will be awarded to those candidates who complete an open-book examination with a score of at least 90%. To register or view our complete schedule, visit www.MaritimeInstitute.com.

 

November 22- 27     Thanksgiving at Sea- Schooner Freda B, Sausalito,  (415) 331-0444,  www.schoonerfredab.com

Spend a week at sea travelling from San Francisco Bay to the Channel Islands and disembarking in Los Angeles.  Professional Crew, Naturalist, meals and check on your bucket list included. Guests must purchase their own airfare back to SF. Bunks $1600 per person.

 
 

Waterfront Adventures is an advertising sponsored section for activities on or around the water in the Bay Area. If you are interested in having your events or activities listed in this section contact Joel Williams at joel@baycrossings.com.