Published: October, 2014
October 3 6PM – 8:30PM – Sunset Sail – Call of the Sea, Sausalito, 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 captain and crew. Complimentary wine, cheese, and light refreshments will be served. A relaxing way to end the week! ($50 adults)
October 8 – 15 Radar Recertification Course – Maritime Institute, San Rafael, 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.
October 9 2PM – 5PM – Blue Angels Practice Sail, Call of the Sea, Sausalito, 415-331-3214, www.callofthesea.org
Watch the Blue Angels practice their maneuver’s for their 2014 Fleet Week show.! Help the crew raise the sails or just sit back and enjoy the view. We will provide delicious appetizers from Saylor’s restaurant of Sausalito in honor of our Navy Sailors. There will also be complimentary beer, wine and sodas served. Don’t forget your sweater! ($75 adults, $35 youth 6-12)
October 11 11AM – 5PM – Fleetweek Sail on the Schooner Seaward – OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Get out on the water for a chance to see some of US Navy’s coolest and largest ship! This trip will be on the 82’ schooner Seaward and will depart and return to OCSC in Berkeley. Cost: OCSC Members $131.25, Non-Members $175.
October 15 6PM – 8PM – Women’s Moonlight Sail – OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Join the women›s Wednesday night crew for a two hour sail around the Bay. Afterwards enjoy food and drinks in our clubroom. Cost: Members $45, Non-Members $60.
October 18 4PM – 6PM – OCSC BBQ – OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Join us for our monthly BBQ! If you’re new to OCSC, Club Managers Morgan Fiddler and John Prato will be available to provide information and tours of our fleet. Cost: Members FREE, Non-Members $20.00
October 19 2PM – 5PM – Rotary Club Fundraiser Sail, Call of the Sea, Sausalito, 415-331-3214, www.callofthesea.org
Please join the Rotary Club in raising money to help less fortunate students from all over the San Francisco Bay experience sailing on Seaward. This is a wonder opportunity for the community to get together and enjoy a beautiful day on the Bay. Wine, beer, sodas and food will be served. Tickets are $85 per person and all proceeds go to the Call of the Sea Education Fund.
October 20 – 24 Able Seamen Course – Maritime Institute, San Rafael, 888-262-8020, www.MaritimeInstitute.com
The Able Seaman is an excellent starting point for one wishing to transition into the merchant marines. All those wishing to become upper level deck officers will be required to hold an AB ticket. The course also includes Marlinspike Seamanship as a bonus. To register or view our complete schedule, visit www.MaritimeInstitute.com.
October 29 Deck License Renewal Course – Maritime Institute, San Rafael, 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.
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