Monica Grant

3 days ago | latitude38.com | Monica Grant

The USCG Auxiliary is hosting its annual Water Safety Fair on Saturday, May 17, at US Coast Guard Station Golden Gate, Sausalito. The event is free to all, as is the parking, and kicks off National Safe Boating Week, which runs from May 17–23.

3 days ago | latitude38.com | Monica Grant

Wind in Their Sails: Death and Resurrection is my documentary about classic wooden sailboats and the people who care for them. It’s a story grounded deep in my past. In 1954, when I was 8 years old, my family came to San Francisco when my dad attended the American Medical Association’s annual meeting. My mom, being a resourceful woman, thought that taking me to see the tall ship Balclutha would be something I might enjoy.

3 days ago | latitude38.com | Monica Grant

A bunch of sailors escaped the ordinary hustle and bustle of a Bay Area Saturday to gather at Angel Island for the annual "Lambstravaganza."Check out the new Jeanneau and pre-owned sail and powerboats, and register for our Charter Ownership Seminar. Walking up to 'Balclutha', I was mesmerized by the tall masts and yardarms, and I visualized going up the ratlines to break out the sails. The USCG's annual Water Safety Fair is on Saturday, May at the USCG Station in Sausalito.

6 days ago | latitude38.com | Monica Grant

I am going to start with the assumption that you have been out on a sailboat at least a few times and enjoyed it. This month's Sightings features a heartfelt story by L.A. resident Adam Kline about unimaginable loss and generosity in the wake of tragedy. Check out the new Jeanneau and pre-owned sail and powerboats, and register for our Charter Ownership Seminar. What are some notable mistakes, mishaps or misfortunes that you've had while sailing or messing about with boats?

1 week ago | latitude38.com | Andy Newell |Monica Grant

I am going to start with the assumption that you have been out on a sailboat at least a few times and enjoyed it. Now you want to get into racing. You are in luck because unless skippers like to sail singlehanded, they need crew. Let’s break it down into three areas that don’t necessarily need to happen in order. Basic Sailing SkillsTo be a useful member of a race crew, it helps if you have basic sailing skills. Read a book, take a class, or just get onto a boat and learn by doing.