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ON OUR COVER June 2013 1-Jun-2013From historic, natural and cultural interest points to sandy beaches, busy marinas, fishing piers, large cities and small towns, and more than 130 parks and wildlife preserves, the Bay Trail traverses the waterfront, offering closeup views of life in our multicultural region and the wonders of one of the world’s great estuaries. More... 
Department of Commerce Expands Bay Area Free Trade Zone 1-Jun-2013The U.S. Department of Commerce last month approved the Port of San Francisco’s application to expand its Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) No. 3 service area to include Contra Costa, Marin and Solano Counties, as well as portions of Sonoma and Napa Counties. More... Phranklin McKinney 1-Jun-2013Because the captains and engineers may not be in plain sight during your daily San Francisco Bay Ferry commute, the Blue & Gold Fleet’s deckhands are the most visible faces of the crew. Lead Deckhand Phranklin McKinney has been with Blue & Gold Fleet for the past 20 years, currently working on the Oakland/Alameda commute. More... 
BottleRock Napa Valley Festival Announces 2014 Return 1-Jun-2013Before the inaugural BottleRock Napa Valley festival was over on Sunday, May 12, the organizers were ready to announce dates for the festival’s return in 2014. More... 
Otterly Exciting 1-Jun-2013Playful, clever and adorable. These are just a few words that can be used to describe North American river otters. More... 
Fracking for Oil Menaces San Francisco Bay 1-Jun-2013Fracking—the process of injecting water, sand and toxic chemicals underground at high pressure to extract oil or gas—threatens San Francisco Bay. The technique, officially called hydraulic fracturing, is currently being used in hundreds of California gas and oil wells, with no regulation or protection for the environment or public health. More... 
Bay Trail Trekker Aims to Circle the Bay in 30 Days 1-Jun-2013Forget about "Where’s Waldo." The question on many Bay Area residents’ minds in June of 2013 will be "Where’s Kurt?" More... 
San Francisco Bay Trail Beckons Urban Adventurers 1-Jun-2013Nothing exemplifies the adage "the best things in life are free" like the San Francisco Bay Trail, the 330-mile path that offers endless outdoor joy to hikers, joggers, bikers, birders and anyone who loves meandering and discovering sights and scenes along our spectacular Bay shoreline. More... 
BUT THERE’S NOTHING THERE! 1-Jun-2013Nautical charts are a sailor’s roadmaps, but are much more detailed because of the requirements of navigation. Roadmaps may distinguish between freeways and dirt roads, but they don’t include information on the depth of the ruts or the height of overpasses. More... Tragedy Strikes America’s Cup Preparations as Olympian Perishes in Accident 1-Jun-2013On May 9, Artemis Racing’s Andrew "Bart" Simpson, 36, was killed in an accident in which the team’s AC72 catamaran capsized during practice runs on the Bay. Simpson, who has won two Olympic gold medals for Britain, was one of the 11-man crew aboard when the incident occurred. More... 
Corte Madera Becomes California’s Top Renewable-Energy Town 1-Jun-2013The California city or town that purchased the highest percentage of its energy from renewable sources in the last six months was. . . Corte Madera. That’s right, the Marin County municipality outshone even greener-than-green San Francisco, earning Corte Madera a spot on the EPA’s national top 10 list of Green Power Communities. More... 
Summer Brings Outdoor Excitement to Jack London Square 1-Jun-2013Summer has arrived and Jack London Square is the perfect place to start off the season! During the month of June, the waterfront will be packed with free outdoor fun including the signature summer events Dancing Under the Stars and Waterfront Flicks, as well as Jack’s Night Market, a local art sale and more. More... 
Destination: Dallas
1-Jun-2013A weekend getaway for many San Franciscans seeking a cultural shift might mean a short flight to Los Angeles, Santa Fe or Seattle for their opera fix. But for more reasons than ever, Dallas should also be on the list. More... WATERFRONT ACTIVITIES June 2013 1-Jun-2013Are you ready to try kayaking? Maximize your fun on the water! This 4 hour class emphasizes basic water safety using recreational kayaks. More... 
Around the Bay in June 2013 1-Jun-2013Rosie the Riveter/World War II Home Front National Historical Park and the Richmond Museum of History Association will present the Fifth Annual WWII Home Front Film Festival on select Thursdays in June, July and August 2013. More... 
ON OUR COVER May 2013 1-May-2013With three times more space overall than its previous home, the new Exploratorium will engage the curiosity and creativity of visitors as they explore 150 brand-new exhibits amongst more than 600. More... 
Port of Oakland Updates Policies to Ensure Transparency 1-May-2013Port of Oakland staff provided a progress report on the port’s policy strengthening efforts to the Oakland Board of Port Commissioners at the regularly scheduled public board meeting recently. More... 
Engineer Earl Brown 1-May-2013Blue & Gold Fleet’s Mare Island facility opened its doors in 1997 with a crew of just three. Earl Brown is one of the original few and is still a Blue & Gold engineer today. More... 
WETA Approves Expanded South SF Ferry Service 1-May-2013On April 29, San Francisco Bay Ferry began to offer enhancements to its South San Francisco service, including: a new 6:20 p.m. commute option between South San Francisco and Oakland’s Jack London Square and Alameda Main Street; minor adjustments to its SSF evening schedule; and a weekday leisure service between South San Francisco and the City. More... 
May 9 Is Bike to Work Day 1-May-2013Hundreds of thousands of residents are hitting the saddle as the region gears up for the San Francisco Bay Area’s 19th Annual Bike to Work Day on Thursday, May 9. More... 
Moms of the Bay 1-May-2013With Mother’s Day quickly approaching, it’s a great time to show your appreciation for the wonderful women in your life—as well as the plentiful moms of the Bay’s ecosystems. More... 
Baykeeper Boat Patrols Spur Pollution Cleanup 1-May-2013As we patrolled the southern San Francisco shoreline in the Baykeeper boat, we glided toward a huge facility where paint was being sandblasted off a massive ship towering above us. Paint chips blew onto our deck. More... 
Exploratorium Dazzles at New Waterfront Location 1-May-2013On April 17, the Exploratorium reopened at its new location on Pier 15 in the heart of the revitalized San Francisco waterfront, radically improving access to visitors from all over the world and dramatically enhancing the size and scope of the museum. More... 
ART FOR THE EAR 1-May-2013We often hear "only in San Francisco" applied to many of the Bay Area’s people and events: the Bay to Breakers foot race/festival of ingenuity and/or nudity; the ever-evolving Haight/Ashbury community; the Folsom Street Fair; and the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence. More... 
ORACLE TEAM USA launches second AC72 1-May-2013In late April, ORACLE TEAM USA officially launched the team’s second AC72 from the team base at Pier 80 in San Francisco. Helmsman Jimmy Spithill led the team and audience in a toast after Oracle Chief Marketing Officer Judy Sim broke a bottle of champagne across the bowsprit. More... 
City Program Improves Recycling Practices One House at a Time 1-May-2013Though it began nearly four years ago, many San Franciscans had never even heard of the City’s Environment Now green jobs training program until last month. More... 
May Brings Spring Excitement to Jack London Square 1-May-2013Don’t miss the chance to enjoy Jack London Square’s bustling waterfront with a packed calendar of outdoor events. More... 
Dancing, Running, Racing 1-May-2013
WATERFRONT ACTIVITIES 1-May-2013Enjoy 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 More... Around the Bay in May 2013 1-May-2013Come celebrate spring on Saturday, May 18 with the folks at Rosenblum Cellars in Alameda. With a location right next to the Alameda Ferry Terminal, you can leave your car keys at home and enjoy the scenic boat ride from the San Francisco Ferry Building or Pier 41 right to Rosenblum Cellars’ doorstep. More... |
