We appreciate the intense winds of summer, but there's a refreshing change of pace that arrives with the Autumn Equinox. As the days shorten and the valley cools, the San Francisco Bay transforms into a sailor's paradise for those fair-weathered skippers and crew!
Here are 3 reasons we think you'll fall in love with fall sailing on San Francisco Bay.
1) Soak Up the Sunshine (Naturally)!
Lighter, warmer breezes let you sail comfortably in fewer layers of clothing. It's the ideal chance to enjoy the brilliant fall sunshine and get a natural dose of Vitamin D! (We recommend sunscreen, of course.)
2) Smoother Conditions Sooth Nervous Novices.
Intrigued of sailing but wary of summer's strong winds? Fall offers the most pleasant introduction to the sport. It's a fantastic time to get your friends and family "bitten by the sailing bug."
- New to Sailing? Start with a 1-day Introductory Sail to see if you enjoy it. Aftwards, we'll email you a special discount code for $50 off ASA 101, Basic Keelboat Sailing.
- Ready for Speed? Fall is a great time to try out our dynamic sportboats: J/24s, J/80, J/88, J/99 and J/105s!
Learn more about the various Fleet Ratings and how to acquire them.
3) Spice Up Your Skills: Upcoming One-Day Seasonal Sailing Clinics
These clinics were designed specifically to prepare you for enjoyable fall and winter sailing. Click on the name of the clinic to learn more.
Night Sailing Clinic - The days might be getting shorter, but your sails don't have to! Increase your confidence at the helm after dark. This clinic can also certify members (who did not take ASA 104 with us) to be underway after sunset.
Advanced Sail Trim Clinic - Prepare to make the most of late fall and winter's notoriously light winds by learning advanced sail trim techniques. This clinic will set you on course to master the art of sailing well in a wide range of conditions. With expert instruction and hands-on training, you'll learn to utilize the sheets, traveler, jib leads, halyards, cunningham, outhaul, vang, and backstay for optimal enjoyment and performance.
Heavy Weather Sailing Clinic - Get prepared for stormy conditions any time of year. You'll learn essential high-wind line handling, personal safety equipment, setting up storm sails, and and steering in large following seas. Be ready for mother nature's challenges.
Electronic Piloting and Radar Clinic - (Coming to our schedule in 2026). Upgrade your equipment knowledge and refine your navigation skills aboard one of our Platinum Fleet vessels. Receive hands-on training with modern GPS plotting, radar, collision avoidance systems, and distress signaling devices.
Ready to level up your sailing skills this season?
Call our office: (415) 331-8250 or email us. An MSC team member are happy to answer any questions you have and help you enroll in a clinic today.
