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Club Sails are a great way for club members to make new friends, learn, and practice while sailing the beautiful San Francisco Bay. There are no certifications or experience required to join a...
Record Days on the Water and New Instructors:
The Big Takeaways From Modern Sailing...
We can't wait to officially welcome you to our brand new headquarters at 400 Harbor Drive, Suite D, in Sausalito. After months of hard work updating our space at Clipper...
The trip photos from our March 2026 Thailand Global Destination were unmistakable: limestone karsts piercing cerulean skies, vibrant...
For those of us at the helm, Memorial Day weekend signals the first three-day hall pass we’ve been waiting for all winter. Before we toss the lines, it’s worth taking a beat to look at the wake we...
Modern Sailing is doubling down on its commitment to the Sausalito waterfront. While we remain fully...
For an ASA 104 Bareboat graduate, the San Francisco Bay has been an elite training ground. Navigating the Slot’s heavy breeze and the Central Bay’s complex currents has prepared you for more than...
Updated: 04/14/2026
Angel Island State Park is the largest natural island in the San Francisco Bay and is an attractive destination for bay boaters. Ayala Cove, accessible within Racoon Straight on the north side of...
Opening Day on the Bay is Sunday, April 26, 2026
Celebrate the launch of sailing season with early planning for the San Francisco Bay's Opening Day on the Bay: April 26, 2026. Learn about the 109-year-old tradition, vibrant boat parade details,...
Attention Berkeley sailors! Ready for an unforgettable 1 or 2-day Bay adventure? Set sail and immerse yourself in Sausalito's must-see attractions, vibrant cultural events, and unique dining...
Sailing the San Francisco Bay sits at the top of the bucket list for locals and visitors alike. It is the most impressionable way to experience the scale of the Bay area, turning a world-famous...
In sailing, a "lee shore" is a precarious position where the wind threatens to pin a vessel against the coast. It is a trap that strips away your "sea room," the space needed to maneuver and make...