Channel Islands National Park celebrates its 30th anniversary as America’s 40th National Park during the month of March! President Jimmy Carter helped Southern Californians protect five of their offshore islands beginning March 5, 1980.
Many people don’t realize that there are islands off the coast of Southern California and are further surprised to find out they [...]

I got up this morning climbed into shorts and walked over to the marina. It was already in the 70’s and the strong Santa Ana winds from yesterday were beginning to abate. Sure enough, by mid afternoon a gentle breeze from the Northwest kicked in. Winter sailing in Southern California can generally be some of [...]

For many families considering big boat sailing as a pastime, hobby or lifestyle, sailboat ownership is likely to be unaffordable and these days, definately impractical. Renting a sail boat can be hit or miss. I have found the majority of available rental boats to be in less than great shape and availability itself can be [...]