ArchivesJuly 2018 ![]() The SS Jeremiah O'Brien, the famous WWII Liberty Ship berthed at Pier 45 in Fisherman's Wharf, invites you to come aboard to view San Francisco's Independence Day fireworks extrava-ganza. More... WATERFRONT ACTIVITIESWhy 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. More... ![]() While most Bay Crossings readers have at least a passing knowledge of literary legend Jack London, few probably know much about his wife and soul mate, Charmian Kittredge London, who helped shape his destiny while becoming an impressive creative force herself. More... ![]() What are the strongest winds you're ever been out in? It's one of the most frequently asked questions new students have for a sailing instructor More... ![]() It's been a tough couple of months for whales in and around the San Francisco Bay. More... ![]() San Francisco's Pier 39 and Aquarium of the Bay announced a plan last month to minimize the distribution of plastic straws along the San Francisco waterfront in an effort to reduce the harmful pollution of waterways. More... ![]() Did you know that everything along San Francisco's beautiful Embarcadero waterfront is protected by a Seawall? If you have never heard of the Embarcadero Seawall before, you are not alone. More... ![]() We were on the Baykeeper boat for a pollution patrol recently when I noticed something surprising. More... MTC Wants Public's Ideas for Transportation SolutionsIn late June, the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC) and the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) kicked off an 11-week campaign to solicit big, bold and billion-dollar (or even more) ideas from individuals, companies, public agencies and nongovernmental organizations alike for improving mobility across the nine-county Bay Area. More... ![]() Watching a waterfront fireworks display from a boat, the shoreline or hillside overlooking the water is always a unique and special treat for Bay Area residents. More... ![]() In June, the 400-passenger Argo became the newest vessel to join the WETA fleet. More... ![]() It is a noble thing to help others for a living, and Rob McCrimmon has made a career out of it. More... Vallejo Cement Factory Just Became More ControversialThe controversial Vallejo Marine Terminal and Orcem cement plant just became more controversial, claim community groups throughout the Bay Area who are charging the terminal could ship dirty coal through the city. More... ![]() In a move signaling long-term confidence in the Port of Oakland's strategic plan, SSA Terminals has signed an agreement to maintain its operations there well past the current lease expiring in 2027. More... ![]() San Francisco's Seawall was built more than a century ago, before the Golden Gate Bridge, before Coit Tower, and way before modern engineering techniques to address earthquakes. More... testtest More... |