Leave your mid-week blues at the dock and come out for a rejuvenating, twilight sail on San Francisco Bay.
Published: December, 2016
December 7 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
December 10 11AM – 1PM - Intro to Sailing – OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Considering getting into the sport of sailing? Two hours on beautiful San Francisco Bay will help you to determine if you want to make sailing a bigger part of your life. You will join one of OCSC’s instructors and be part of a six-person crew aboard one of our larger boats. Learn some basic sailing concepts and get a real feel for the wind in your sails. Come join us for on the water and take a tour of our fleet and facilities. We’ll answer all your questions about lessons and membership. Retail: $75, Member: $56.25
December 10 5:45PM – 9PM - Sausalito Lighted Boat Parade and Fireworks Sail - Schooner Freda B, 415-331-0444, www.schoonerfredab.com
Get into the holiday spirit with one of the best waterfront holiday traditions from the deck of a classic schooner. This year the boat will be decked out with a “Winter of Love” theme. So dust off your bell bottoms and come and celebrate the 1960’s with the crew! Cup of clam chowder included, Cash only bar on deck. $75 per person.
December 11 3:45PM – 6PM - Sunday Sunset and Full Moon Sail - Schooner Freda B, 415-331-0444, www.schoonerfredab.com
Join the crew for the last Full Moon Sail of 2016. This moon is referred to as the Long Nights Moon. See the sunset and full moon rise aboard a classic schooner. Cash bar available on deck. $59 per person
December 12 - 16 Radar Observer Unlimited Course - Maritime Institute, Alameda, 888-262-8020, www.MaritimeInstitute.com
This five (5) day course provides training to mariners who wish to obtain a USCG endorsement as a Radar Observer (Unlimited). A Radar Observer endorsement is required for all ocean routes; all towing vessel greater than 26 feet with the exception of commercial assistance towing operations; and all licenses with tonnage limitations over 200 tons. To register or view our complete schedule, visit www.MaritimeInstitute.com.
December 12 – 14 Radar Observer / Refresher - 3 day Renewal Course - Maritime Institute, San Rafael, 888-262-8020, www.MaritimeInstitute.com
This three (3) day course is for a renewal of the Unlimited Radar Observer endorsement. The course is recommended for candidates that have not done radar plots for a long period of time. To register or view our complete schedule, visit www.MaritimeInstitute.com.
December 17 11AM – 1PM - Intro to Sailing – OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Considering getting into the sport of sailing? Two hours on beautiful San Francisco Bay will help you to determine if you want to make sailing a bigger part of your life. You will join one of OCSC’s instructors and be part of a six-person crew aboard one of our larger boats. Learn some basic sailing concepts and get a real feel for the wind in your sails. Come join us for on the water and take a tour of our fleet and facilities. We’ll answer all your questions about lessons and membership. Retail: $75, Member: $56.25
December 26 11:30AM – 2:30PM - Boxing Day Sail Schooner Freda B, 415-331-0444, www.schoonerfredab.com
Enjoy a little sunshine, fresh air and a gourmet picnic lunch on the San Francisco Bay the day after Christmas. Lunch included, Cash only bar on deck. Kids 12 and under $55, Adults $75
December 31 10:30PM – 1:30AM - New Year’s Eve Fireworks Sail Schooner Freda B, 415-331-0444, www.schoonerfredab.com
Ring in the New Year on the San Francisco Bay. Sail, fireworks and midnight toast included. Cash only bar on deck. This event is comfortable and casual- no need to dress up. $150 per person.
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