Published: August, 2001
M.V. Mendocino Joins Golden Gate Fleet
Golden Gate Ferry made it official Friday, July 20 in Fort Bragg. With the christening of the M.V. Mendocino there’s a new member of the family. Golden Gate Ferry names its vessels after the counties that make up its governing board; smart politics and a good excuse to spend a beautiful afternoon at Port Noyo.
The M.V. Mendocino was built by Nichols Brothers Shipyard of Whidbey Island, Washington and sailed down the Pacific Coast to the Bay Area by Captain Mik Beatie and a crew of six. Bay Crossings asked George Nichols, 14, son of shipyard owner Matt Nichols and representing the fourth generation of Nichols to build ships, to give us a tour.
A Ferry is Christened – and a Ferry Manager’s Heart Nearly Sinks
Golden Gate Ferry made it official Friday, July 20 in Fort Bragg. With the christening of the M.V. Mendocino there’s a new member of the family. Golden Gate Ferry names its vessels after the counties that make up its governing board; smart politics and a good excuse to spend a beautiful afternoon at Port Noyo.
