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November 2009
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2010 Cruising Schedule !

Sopers Hole

Croatia, The Grenadines, BVI    

If you didn't get a chance to go cruising this year, 2010 may be the year for you.
Check out our 2010 BVI Trip page or our 2010 Grenadines page for more info or contact Bob.

 


Sailing School News

Sailing Club News

 

Bareboat Charter Sailing Class

November 7,8,14,15 Bareboat Charter Class
A few spaces left

This class provides you with the certification to charter the Big Boats. The first weekend you will be introduced to onboard systems. This includes propane stoves, VHF radios, marine heads, electrical systems, plumbing, diesel care and operation. You will also practice docking, back and fills, etc. The second weekend you will sail and navigate your way to the north bay and sleep over night on the boat. In the morning you will cook breakfast and spend some time sailing around the central bay before making your way back home. If you or anyone you know is interested and already has certification to the Basic Coastal Cruising level, please contact us soon. Space is limited.

Pre-requisites - BKS & BCC

spinnaker class

Spinnaker Class
November 21, 22, 28, 29

This Spinnaker Class still has a couple of spaces left. You will learn all the basics of Hoisting, dousing, gybing, packing and handling the granddaddy of all sails, so be sure and take one of these classes this year. They are run only once per month so If you or anyone you know is interested please register now. This is a must have class for those interested in racing.

Pre-requisites - BKS & BCC

ATTN: Beercan Skippers-

Bring your whole crew in for customized Spinnaker lessons. Contact Us for more details.

 

 

Daylight Savings Time Ends

Daylight Saving Time Ends

Daylight Saving time officially ends Sunday 11/01/09 at 2:00am. Don't forget to turn your clocks backward one hour.

 

 

Mini cruise to the North Bay
November 28, 29

We have a two day cruise to the north bay scheduled for the last full weekend of October. Great sailing during the day and a fun night in The City or Jack London Square, (` anyone?) eat on the wharf, or whatever floats your boat ; ) Reservations are required and Club members Save 25% off the boat charter.

All Day Sail to San Francisco
November 8

We have room for four more people to sail with us to the north bay on Sunday October 11th. After sailing Pier 40 or so we look forward to a nice downwind run all the way home. This is not only a fantastic way to spend the day on the bay, but also a great experience for any aspiring skippers who wish to sail up to the north bay with their own family or crew. Contact us for availability.

Afternoon Sail

12:30p - 4:30p Afternoon Sail
November 7, 22

Saturday October 7th and Sunday October 22nd we will be having an afternoon sail out on the South San Francisco Bay from 12:30pm - 4:30pm. This cruise is open to anyone who wishes to come. The cost is only $65 per person, and Free for Club members. Contact us for availability.

Pre-requisites - None.

 

Racing News

Cruising News

 

Winter Racing Series

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beercan racing

We will be racing Merit 25's on the third Sunday every month from November through April .

If you want to be crew, check out SailMates and see if anyone is looking for crew or announce your availability for a race to any skipper who is short handed. Start time is 1:00pm and you must finish by 4:00pm. Check out last years webpage to see how it works.

 

 


GREAT SAILING VACATIONS FOR 2010!

 

The Grenadines

Croatia, Grenadines, BVI

Check out the lineup of destinations for our cruises for 2010. This year promises to be a wonderful time for cruising. Check out our BVI page and then sign up soon. Check back to our Cruising page for more info on Croatia and the Grenadines. There is limited space available as we limit our capacity to make plenty of room aboard for comfortable sailing and relaxation. Contact Bob for more details.

Grenadines & BVI Cost: $1895 singles (in own cabin)
$1695/person couples or singles sleeping in a forward bunk or in the main salon

Croatia Cost: TBD


Check with Bob for rates if you want to fill your own charter yacht.


Vacation Cruising Blog

 

bob blog

 

 

Spinnaker School Blog

 

 

School Blog

 

Racing Calendar
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The San Francisco Bay Sailor

 

 

Racing News

 

 

Redwood City Yacht Racing

 

Racing Calendar
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2009 Dates to Remember


Daylight Savings Time Ends
Afternoon Sail
All Day Sail
Winter Race #1
Afternoon Sail
Mini Cruise Weekend Trip to North Bay (Tiburon?)


Afternoon Sail
All Day Sail
Afternoon Sail
Mini Cruise Weekend Trip to North Bay (Tiburon?)
Winter Race #2

 

For more events see our Calendar

November 1
November 7
November 8
November 15
November 22
November 28, 29


December 5
December 6
December 13
December 19, 20

December 20