Considering getting into the sport of sailing? Two hours on beautiful San Francisco Bay will help you to determine if you want to make sailing a bigger part of your life.
Published: December, 2018
December 2 11AM – 1PM - Intro to Sailing – OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Considering getting into the sport of sailing? Two hours on beautiful San Francisco Bay will help you to determine if you want to make sailing a bigger part of your life. You will join one of OCSC’s instructors and be part of a six-person crew aboard one of our larger boats. Learn some basic sailing concepts and get a real feel for the wind in your sails. Come join us on the water and take a tour of our fleet and facilities. We’ll answer all your questions about lessons and membership. Retail: $99, Member: $75
December 3-14 Captain’s Course (OUPV/Master 100 GT) - Maritime Institute, Alameda, 888-262-8020, www.trlmi.com
This two week U.S. Coast Guard approved Captain’s course meets the written examination requirement to obtain a Captain’s License. For more information on the requirements to obtain a captain’s license or to register for a course, please visit our website at www.trlmi.com.
December 16 11AM – 1PM – Intro to Sailing – OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Considering getting into the sport of sailing? Two hours on beautiful San Francisco Bay will help you to determine if you want to make sailing a bigger part of your life. You will join one of OCSC’s instructors and be part of a six-person crew aboard one of our larger boats. Learn some basic sailing concepts and get a real feel for the wind in your sails. Come join us on the water and take a tour of our fleet and facilities. We’ll answer all your questions about lessons and membership. Retail: $99, Member: $75
December 17-21 Radar Observer Unlimited - Maritime Institute, Alameda, 888-262-8020, www.trlmi.com
This five (5) day course provides training to mariners who wish to obtain a U.S. Coast Guard endorsement as a Radar Observer (Unlimited). For more information on the requirements to obtain a captain’s license or to register for a course, please visit our website at www.trlmi.com.
December 19 6PM – 8PM – Wednesday Night Sail – OCSC Sailing, Berkeley, 510-843-4200, www.ocscsailing.com
Leave your mid-week blues at the dock and join us for a twilight sail on San Francisco Bay and watch the sunset behind the Golden Gate. This event is every 1st & 3rd Wednesday of the month, join an OCSC instructor aboard one of our boats for a 2-hour sail, no experience necessary! We provide the gear! After the sail join us in our clubroom for chili, clam chowder, and drinks and mingle with sailors alike. Each Skippered boat takes up to 6 passengers. Please call to reserve a spot today! Retail: $99 Member: $75.
December 22 3:45PM - 6:15PM - December Full Moon Sail - Schooner Freda B, 415-331-0444, www.schoonerfredab.com
Step aboard in Sausalito for a distinctive once-a-month sail in honor of the full moon! Take in views of the San Francisco skyline, Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, and Alcatraz, all while experiencing the magic of the sunset and moonrise. $69 per person.
December 26 11:45AM - 2:30PM - Boxing Day Sail on the San Francisco Bay - Schooner Freda B, 415-331-0444, www.schoonerfredab.com
Enjoy sailing on Boxing Day! Board in Sausalito and see the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco Skyline, Angel Island, Alcatraz and beyond from the deck of the gorgeous schooner Freda B. Lunch is included in the ticket price! $79 per person.
December 29 5PM – 6:30PM – Bay Lights Cruise – Blue & Gold Fleet, www.blueandgoldfleet.com
This cruise will take you from PIER 39 and past two San Francisco icons, the famous California Sea Lions, and the Golden Gate Bridge. Continue to take in the many sights as we go through Sausalito, Tiburon, Angel Island and around Alcatraz Island. The best part is after sunset when we approach the Bay Bridge and the entire western span of the bridge lights up and transforms into the world’s largest LED light sculpture creating a never-repeating dazzling display. Don’t miss this breathtaking experience from the best seats on the Bay! Cost is $55 Adults, $15 Children (5-11).
December 31 3:45PM - 6PM - New Year’s Eve Sunset Sail - Schooner Freda B, 415-331-0444, www.schoonerfredab.com
Celebrate the last sunset of 2018 aboard a beautiful sailboat! Step aboard in Sausalito and see the San Francisco Bay›s iconic sights, all while watching the sun set behind the Golden Gate Bridge. $79 per person.
December 31 10PM & 10:30PM – 12:30AM & 1AM – New Year’s Eve Fireworks Cruise – Red & White Fleet, 415-673-2900, www.redandwhite.com
Celebrate the New Year with a spectacular fireworks display. This New Year’s Eve Fireworks Cruise provides views and experiences unavailable to anyone on land. Guests can use the outdoor decks of the vessels to see the fireworks from a unique vantage point, or can also celebrate inside with music and entertainment provided by a live DJ. The New Year’s Eve cruise offers an onboard hosted bar and photo booth, as well as a dessert bar and a traditional champagne toast at midnight! Cost is $185/person 21+.
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