Bay Tours
A
4- to 6-hour Bay Tour is by far the best way to spend the
day. Starting at South Beach Harbor mid-morning, we'll sail
across the Central Bay & either head between Alcatraz
and Angel Island or go through Raccoon Strait with Angel
Island to port and Old Town Tiburon to starboard. We'll then
reach across Richardson Bay to the Sausalito waterfront.
Depending on the itinerary, we may motorsail through Richardson
Bay to take advantage of the calmer waters and have some
lunch.
If the current is in our favor, we can slip
past Horseshoe Cove & sail under the Gate to enjoy the
unspoiled scenery of the Marin Headlands.
Now we'll turn around &
sail downwind past the city front. Proper etiquette dictates
that we all wave and smile beatifically at the cold, wet
sailors pounding upwind past us.
This part of the Bay Tour affords one of the
great views of San Francisco. We'll sail past the Palace
of Fine Arts, Aquatic Park, Fisherman's Wharf, Pier 39 and
the Manhattan-like skyline of the Embarcadero.
At this point we may go over and get a close-up
view of Alcatraz, then back towards the Bay Bridge and an
easy, relatively warm sail back to South Beach.
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Sunset and Wine
Tasting Cruises
Join
us for an evening sunset cruise & treat yourself to something
special. DST only ~ Mar - Nov.
We also offer evening wine tasting sails for 4-6 guests.
We proudly serve the latest releases of award winning chardonnays,
pinot noirs and syrahs from Testarossa Vineyards in Los Gatos.
Complimentary Hors d'oeuvres and Beverages
Our
Bay Tours and Sunset Sails include complimentary beer, wine,
soft drinks and appetizers. Click on the image to enlarge.
Catering can also be arranged.
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Introduction to
Sailing Classes
Starting
in April and running through October, we offer a fun and
informative "Introduction to Sailing" class the
2nd Friday of every month. At the dock, we'll cover basic
sailing terms, sailboat rigging, how sailboats work, points
of sail and rules of the road. Then we'll get out on the
water and you'll learn how to steer the boat, tacking and
gybing, and basic sail trim. PFDs must be worn and will be
provided if you don’t have one. Sailing gloves
recommended. It's just $120.00 per person for 3 hours or
so and satisfaction is guaranteed! Discounts and alternate
weekday dates available for groups of 5-6.
If you're interested, check out our Sailing
Fundamentals and Sailing
Nomenclature handouts. They will give you an idea
of what to expect and some basic knowledge of sailing
so you can get the most out of your time on the water.
We also offer private clinics on anchoring, sail trim, close
quarters maneuvering on your boat or ours. Call for information.
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Bay Racing
For
the truly adventurous, we can participate in one of the many
Bay races that occur practically every weekend, year round.
Depending on your skill levels (and our luck) we may even take
home a pickle dish or something! You'll definitely take home
some memories.
Most races require advance registration. Please
contact us as early as possible if you're interested in such
an opportunity. Rates are dependant on entry fees and are
available upon request.
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Special Events
Enjoy
one of the many public events on San Francisco Bay - Opening
Day Boat Parade in April, Giants game “tailgate” parties
in McCovey Cove, the spectacular fireworks and synchronized
music of the KFOG KaBoom in May, 4th of July festivities and
Fleet Week in October.
See the FAQ for details.
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Corporate Team Building
Sailing is the ultimate team building exercise, offering
a dynamic and challenging environment in which cooperation
and shared effort among crew members are necessary attributes
for success! Through the experience of sailing, your group
can build their team spirit, strengthen their existing team
performances, and build new relationships.
We can arrange events for groups large or small, make them
as structured or unstructured as you like and end the day
with a catered barbecue on Angel Island. We tailor your time
with us to fit the needs and goals of your team. Please
contact us for details.
Special
Terms and Conditions apply.
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Gift Certificates
Perfect
for graduations, birthdays, Father's Day, weddings, anniversaries,
or any special occasion. Gift certificates can be sent directly
to the recipient and would include a special, personalized
cover letter.
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