Chartering for 2 or more consecutive days? Tank levels are something you'll need to be mindful of. Eventually, you may need to visit fuel and pumpout stations along your itinerary. Here's some tips and locations to make your fill-ups and pumpouts a little easier.
Modern Sailing students and club members Ken and Linda Hargreaves recently achieved their first major ocean crossing as crew on the delivery of a 55’ Dix-Harvey catamaran from Hawaii to San Francisco Bay.
The allure and promise of summer on San Francisco Bay: intense wind, swift currents, eerie fog, ever-changing conditions and busy traffic will engage and challenge you, sharpen your skills, and build your confidence as a sailor.
Last Updated July 7, 2020
On June 19, Marin County expanded its social guidelines to permit groups of up to 12 individuals making up a "social bubble" to gather for outdoor activities. What does this mean for Modern Sailing?
Three yachts in our Sausalito Fleet, Bora Bora (Beneteau Oceanis 34.1), Survivor (Beneteau Oceanis 38) and Liberty (Beneteau Oceanis 38.1), in addition to one yacht in our Berkeley Fleet, Firefly (Beneteau Oceanis 40.1) are equipped with twin rudders and bow thrusters. Learn where to practice if you've never used them and when to use or not use them.
June 26, 2020
Limited Capacity Club Sails and Sailing Clinics are on the schedule beginning July 5 and are open for enrollment now. Club Sail crews are limited to 4 sailors (including the skipper). Introductory Sails are limited to 4 students, and all other Sailing Clinics are limited to 3 students.
Each boat in the Modern Sailing charter fleet is unique in terms of capacity, features, and equipment. Choosing the ideal combination of features enhances your crew's overall enjoyment of the experience. To choose the right boat for your next charter, ask yourself these four questions...
June 11, 2020
These photos and testimonials will give you a glimpse.
With a plan in keeping with COVID-19 safety guidelines issued by the county, MSC is poised to progress on to Phase II - Reduced Capacity Courses as of June 1.
Among the Modern Sailing fleet, windlasses and ground tackle vary from boat to boat. Learn where to find information about your chosen boat's specific equipment. A few additional tips will help inform smooth and successful anchoring experiences for our members.
Sausalito Location
2310 Marinship Way, Sausalito
(415) 331-8250
(800) 995-1668
Berkeley Location
1 Spinnaker Way, Berkeley
(415) 331-8250
(800) 995-1668