Published: May, 2018
May 5 4PM – 6PM – Antarctica Planning Party – OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, (510) 843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Antarctica is said to be the coldest, driest and windiest place on earth, but this immense wilderness is also a fabulous and virtually pristine paradise chock-full of wildlife with an incomparable scenery of mountains, snow and ice. Join us for our Antarctica planning party to explain the details and answer questions from anyone interested in going with us in January 2019. Please RSVP at (510)843-4200. Cost is free.
May 7 Deck License Renewal Course – Maritime Institute, Alameda, (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.
May 9 Radar Recertification 1 Day – Maritime Institute, Alameda, (888) 262-8020 www.MaritimeInstitute.com
This course is a renewal test for the Unlimited Radar Observer renewal for the advanced mariner that does radar plotting on a regular basis. Testing on the first and second triangles and practical plotting on the radar scope (2 tests each) Approximately four (4) hours. To register or view our complete schedule, visit www.MaritimeInstitute.com.
May 13 10AM – 12:30PM – Mother’s Day Sail, Call of the Sea (415) 331-3214 www.callofthesea.org
Climb aboard the classic schooner Seaward and see San Francisco from the water! Take in an unmatched view of the city front as you sail by famous San Francisco sights such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and Angel Island. You can sit back and enjoy the view, or get involved with sailing the schooner with the help of our professional crew. Complimentary coffee, tea, juices, and light snacks will be served. It is a great sail for families, though everyone is invited! Tickets: Adults $60; Youth (ages 6-17) $30; Children (under 6) free.
May 13 1:15PM – 4PM – Mother’s Day Afternoon Adventure Sail – Schooner Freda B, (415) 331-0444, www.schoonerfredab.com
Take mom on an adventure this Mother’s Day! Set sail aboard the traditional Schooner Freda B for a special tour under the Golden Gate Bridge, along the Marin Headlands, and all the way out to Point Bonita Lighthouse! $65 per person.
May 18 6:30PM – 10:30PM – McCovey Cove Boat Party – SF Giants vs CO Rockies – Schooner Freda B, (415) 331-0444, www.schoonerfredab.com
Board in Sausalito, sail across the San Francisco Bay, see the sunset, and anchor outside AT&T Park to experience a SF Giants game from the deck of the Schooner Freda B. Enjoy local beer and wine from the cash bar! $69 per person
May 19 7PM – 9PM – SF Bay Cruising Destinations – OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, (510) 843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Greater San Francisco Bay offers a wide variety of cruising opportunities for sailors who are “in the know.” You too can become an insider by attending this seminar. Popular and challenging destinations — restaurants, nature preserves, maritime and natural history museums, night clubs and secluded coves — are all just a sail away, but only if you know where to go and how to make the most of them. Discover the well-kept secrets of Bay cruising. Retail: $35, Member: free.
May 25 6PM – 8:30PM – Sunset Sail, Call of the Sea (415) 331-3214, www.callofthesea.org
Watch the sun set from the deck of our 82’ schooner Seaward. End your week with a relaxing sail! Take in an unmatched view of the city front as you sail by famous San Francisco sights such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and Angel Island. You can sit back and enjoy the view, or get involved with sailing the schooner with the help of our professional crew. Wine, beer, soft drinks and appetizers included. Tickets: Adults $60; Youth (ages 6-17) $30; Children (under 6) free.
May 26-27 9AM – 5PM – Crew Course – OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, (510) 843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
The greatest pleasure in sailing comes from the ability to participate. Fundamental skills are all you need to move from being a passenger to being welcomed aboard as a competent member of the crew. With the techniques you learn in this course you will instantly be helpful to any skipper — whether day sailing on San Francisco Bay or bareboat chartering in a tropical paradise. Retail: $695, Member: $516.
May 26 11:30AM – 3:30PM – Master Mariners Regatta, Call of the Sea, (415) 331-3214 www.callofthesea.org
Help schooner Seaward sail to victory in the Master Mariners Regatta! You can sit back and enjoy the view, or help our professional crew trim to win. Complimentary snacks and light refreshments will be served. Ages 14+.This fundraiser will help support the educational programs of Call of the Sea, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and provide scholarship to youth for our overnight multi-day summer voyages. Tickets $150/person.
May 29 7PM – 9:30PM – May Full Moon Sail – Schooner Freda B, (415) 331-0444, www.schoonerfredab.com
Step aboard the Schooner Freda B in downtown Sausalito for a distinctive once-a-month sail in honor of the full moon. Take in views of the San Francisco skyline, Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, Alcatraz and Angel Islands, all while experiencing the magic of the sunset and moonrise. $69 per person.
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