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Opening Day Member Mixer: Modern Sailing at Clipper Harbor

Boats decorated for Opening Day_Gabriel Baumann 2026

Thank you for Celebrating Opening Day on the Bay with us at Clipper Yacht Harbor!

Modern Sailing is doubling down on its commitment to the Sausalito waterfront. While we remain fully...

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Spring Sailing Specials (April 26 - May 24, 2026)

Opening Day on the Bay signals the start of the sailing season, and we’re celebrating with special incentives for a limited time! Like you, we eagerly anticipate the spring races, lively crew...

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News & Events, ASA Sailing Courses, Specials

Your Pathway from ASA 104 to 108: From Bareboat to Offshore

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...

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News & Events, ASA Sailing Courses

Angel Island - Dock or Moor and Go Explore!

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...

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Local Cruising Guides, Chartering

Opening Day on the Bay 2026: Guide to the Launch of Sailing Season

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,...

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Sailing & Charter Tips, News & Events

Local Cruising Guide: Sail to Sausalito

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...

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Member Resources, Local Cruising Guides

4 Reasons Why a SF Bay Regatta is the Ultimate Team Building Event

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...

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Member Benefits, News & Events, Skippered Sails

Angela Woodall Shares "Why I'm Sailing4Parkinson's"

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...

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Member Resources, Sailor Spotlight, News & Events

Sailing4Parkinson’s - Registration & Event Page

Join Modern Sailing on April 11 – 12, 2026, for a weekend of sailing to raise funds and spirits with our community on the San Francisco Bay....

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News & Events

WIND & WOMEN - Women's Sailing Courses

Are you or someone you know interested in learning to sail with an all-women crew? Join Wind & Women - Modern's women's sailing program! While we believe that anyone can learn from any of our...

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News & Events, ASA Sailing Courses, Racing Program

2025 Member Awards

Before we embark on a new season on the San Francisco Bay, it's time to recognize and celebrate the incredible people who sailed with us in 2025. Every moment...

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Member Resources, Member Benefits, News & Events

Spring Forward: SF Bay Sailing Season is Just Ahead

Sunset Bridge by Capt. Scott Paul & Berkeley Marina at Sunset by Jacqueline Brevik

March 3, 2026

There is a distinct shift on the San Francisco Bay this time of year, a signal of longer afternoons returning and the gorgeous sunset reaches that reward windswept sailors.

As we prepare...

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Member Resources, Sailing & Charter Tips, News & Events, Chartering

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David Dolenc, Member

I love sailing in the San Francisco Bay and greatly appreciate everything that MSC has to offer, the classes, clinics, club sails, racing and charters. I enjoy our supportive sailing community and use every opportunity to spend time on the water. After obtaining the certifications from MSC I did my first charter in Croatia in 2022 with my family. It was amazing and we’re looking forward to returning soon!
Sara Jane G.

I've taken two classes at MSS&C and was very happy with the program. This is also a great club with lots of opportunities for camaraderie and practice on the water. The boats in the fleet are fantastic and kept in tip-top shape. I highly recommend for all sailors and would-be sailors!
John Kipping

The meeting room was quite adequate and the location most convenient, but the course outline and instruction were outstanding. Modern Sailing is fortunate to have such a well organized instructor in Mr. Stan Lander who teaches very well from a rich professional background. Mr. Lander was generous with his time and patiently in helping students who needed more attention or time in understanding various aspects of the curriculum.
Danny Collins

The office staff was very accommodating in meeting my availability.
Alisa Driscoll, Dual Site Member

Here are some snaps of Our Saturday, August 20, 2022 Modern Sailing Expedition with Captain Robert Bivin, who was outstanding. Please convey photos and thanks to him. He is an outstanding individual, leader and sailing instructor. His knowledge and experience made us all feel safe and our Farallones Day Trip educational and just amazing.