Derek M
Baylis Sails SF
Tom
Wylie and crew are taking people, primarily from the education
community, sailing on San Francisco Bay. Currently based at the
Berkeley Marina fuel dock, the vessel is available for demo sails
and contracted outings for interested parties. The original and
primary purpose of the vessel since its conception by boat designer
Tom Wylie and builder David Wahle,two years ago, is for the
education and scientific community. This prototype vessel was named
for the engineer "who make things work" at the Monterey
Bay Aquarium who was a significant mentor to both Tom and Dave.
Derek Baylis, in his 80s, is also the father of the Yachtswoman of
the Year, Liz Baylis, who christened the vessel when it was launched
in Moss Landing last May (see Bay Crossings June 2003).
The
65’ Cat Ketch came to San Francisco Bay after completion of the
rigging at the end of summer. They have taken out 25-35 people
comfortably to watch the Big Boat Series, Moet Cup, and have had
great fun taking out a few initial school groups. Before leaving
Monterey Bay, they took water samples for the Monterey Bay Aquarium
and are in conversation with Moss Landing Marine Lab. As a boat
designer and builder, Tom is new to the "chartering
business" but is open to the possibilities of charters in
addition to setting up programs for schools and research groups on
this fast, stable, and comfortable vessel. Contact Tom Wylie at
(925) 376-7338 for more information.
