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Yachtsman’s Luncheons Feb. 17 & 24 720 W. Bay Ave., Newport Beach


• Newport Harbor Yacht Club Yachtsmen’s Luncheons are open to all yachtsmen and women. Speakers are as follows: Robert Bents and the Orange County Navy League (Feb. 17); “The Extraordinary Life and Epic Journey of Joshua Slocum” present-


FEBRUARY Celestial Navigation Feb. 17, 24 & March 2, 9 619-691-1860


• Learn how to find your position anywhere in the world using a few techniques, some tools, and simple math. This course will prepare you to navigate using the sextant. This class is held once a week for six consecu- tive evenings from 7-9 p.m. Call Chula Vista Marina for more infor- mation.


America’s Boating Course Feb.-April 5 805-646-7675


• This course is hosted by the Ventura Sail and Power Squadron over the course of nine Tuesdays from 7-9 p.m. Topics include: safety equipment, navigation rules and aids, light and sound signals, current state and fed regulations, trailering and more. This class is for a begin- ning boater, first mates and crew or potential boaters. Cost: $50. Where: Ventura Yacht Club, 1755 Spinnaker Drive in Ventura. Call the number provided to reserve a spot.


Senior Anglers of Escondido Meeting Feb. 12


Senioranglersofescondido.net • The group’s meeting will feature Capt. Joe Cacciola, owner and skip- per of the charter boat Sea Star, as he discusses the fishing season. The club meets regularly on the second Friday of each month at 9:30 a.m. at the Park Avenue Community Center, 210 Park Ave. in Escondido. Visit the website above for more information.


Small Engine Repair & Outboard Troubleshooting Feb. 13


619-691-1860


• Learn the basics and get some pointers on how to maintain and keep your power supply in tip top shape. Time: 9:30-11 a.m. Call Chula Vista Marina for more information.


South Coast Yachts-Newport Beach spring seminars Feb. 17


West Marine, 3433 Via Lido, Newport Beach


• South Coast Yachts-Newport Beach will present Introduction to Essential Knots, Moorings, Anchoring and Proper Line Care, which will be led by Mike Springer, West Marine’s master rigger. RSVP at whoozin.com/MJD-FXQ-37EY. Time: 6-7:30 p.m.


ed by Walt Henry (Feb. 24). Time: Noon. Lunch: $13. Visit nhyc.org for more information.


Boating Safety Classes Feb. 17 & 24


uscgaux-danapoint.org • USCG Auxiliary Flotilla 68-Dana Point will host several Boating Safety Classes in 2016 beginning with Suddenly in Command (Feb. 17), cost: $15; and Boating Skills and Seamanship (Feb. 24-March 30), cost: $60. Classes are held every Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. at Dana Point Yacht Club, 24339 Dana Drive in Dana Point. For more information, or to register, visit the website pro- vided above.


Spring Family Day Feb. 21


Sdmaritime.org


• The Maritime Museum of San Diego will host a day of fun for kids of all ages during this event that runs from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the museum. Kids ages 12 and under get in free all day with a paying adult. Kids will get to design a craft, ride aboard Pilot for a $5 fee, learn knot tying, sail set- ting, rope making and much more. Call 619-234-9153 or visit the web- site provided for more information.


California YC Luncheon Feb. 25


reservations@calyachtclub.net • Join yachting enthusiasts at noon for California Yacht Club’s monthly presentation on boating interests. Scuba divers Mike and Barbie Blecher will share their unique adventures beneath the seas. They will share photos and stories from their recent trips. Cost: $20 (includes lunch, tax, service and parking). Time: noon, happy hour; 12:20 p.m., buffet; 12:40 p.m., presentation. RSVP to the email provided. Cal YC is located at 4469 Admiralty Way in Marina del Rey.


About Boating Safety Feb. 27


949.310.5098


• The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is offering this eight-hour class that will cover boating jargon and laws, on- water emergencies, navigation, ski- ing, river boating, trailering, storing, hunting aboard your boat and pro- tecting it. Cost: Free but the text- book costs $30. Time: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Where: Long Beach Fire Dept. Station 8 located at 5373 E. 2nd St., Long Beach. Sign up by emailing BozUSCGA@gmail.com; or call him at number provided.


The Log • Feb. 12 - 25, 2016 • 25 Intro. to Sailboat Racing • Feb. 29


Intro. to Sailboat Racing Feb. 29


949-645-9412


• Orange Coast College Sailing Association will host its monthly meeting at 7 p.m., 1801 W. Coast Highway in Newport Beach. Guest speaker Paul DeCapua will present “Intro. to Sailboat Racing.” A raffle with sailing-related prizes will be held. Parking available; members and all guests welcome.


MARCH


South Coast Yachts-Newport Beach spring seminars March 2, 10 & 15


West Marine, 3433 Via Lido, Newport Beach


• South Coast Yachts-Newport Beach will present “Proper and Required Boat Maintenance” from an Industry Expert (March 2)led by Outbound Yacht Services owner and president, Kevin Ryan from 6-7:30 p.m. Register at whoozin.com/A7P-DTP-AYJK. Carl Chiverton, owner/technician of Boat Services will present on “VHF Radio Uses, Techniques, Proper Use, MMSI, AIS and Features” (March 10) from 6-7:30 p.m. Register at


whoozin.com/JQN-CXM-CP6G. On March 15, Steve Hamber, Navico regional sales manager, will present “Introduction to Sailing with Instruments: Overview of the New B&G Zeus” from 6-7:30 p.m. Register at whoozin.com/WDA-UHY-UHQY.


Mariners Swap Meet March 5


805-985-6269


• Channel Islands Landing will host a mariners swap meet from 8 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. at 3821 S. Victoria Ave. in Oxnard. There will be new and used trailer boats, dinghies, marine hard- ware, rigging, lines and tackle, elec- tronics, fishing gear, nautical Knick- Knacks, sailboat and powerboat sup-


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plies. Call the number provided for reservations or information. Snacks and Beverages available. Parking is on the East side of Victoria Ave.


Boating Skills & Seamanship Course March 5-6


rgheller@ojaiexpress.net •This course is designed for the beginning boater, with information valuable to all boaters. Cost is $45 per person. Class is held at the Channel Islands Boating Center, 3880 Bluefin Circle in Oxnard. Register by emailing Richard Heller at the email provided.


America’s Boating Course March 9-April 6


Marionseaman1@aol.com • This course provides students with an introduction to boating, covers courses in boating law, boating safe- ty equipment, safe boating practices, navigation, boating problems and trailering, storing and protecting your boat. Classes will be held from 7-9 p.m. at Shoreline Yacht Club, 386 Shoreline Drive in Long Beach. Register by emailing Marion Seaman at the email address provided above.


Cotton Day Festival March 19


Venturaharborvillage.com • Easter egg hunts ($2) will be held every 30 minutes on the Village Main Lawn for kids ages 1-7. Pictures with the Cottontail Bunny, face painting, a petting zoo, crafts and pony rides are also scheduled for the event that runs from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.


FEATURED EVENT


Cabrillo Marine Aquarium hosts annual gala


SAN PEDRO — Cabrillo Marine Aquarium reminds the public to save the date for the organization’s 2016 gala on April 30. This year’s “Grand Grunion Gala: An


Abalone Affair” will raise funding for the highly endangered white abalone. The aquarium is one of only two places in the world with a public display of white abalone, according to Cabrillo Marine Aquarium. Guests are encouraged to wear white in honor of the white abalone and enjoy a lively cocktail party, silent auction and behind-the- scenes tour of the aquarium. A dinner, awards program, live auction and dancing is also planned for the special night. The event will be held in an elegant tent


overlooking the beach. Cabrillo Marine Aquarium is located at


3720 Stephen M. White Drive in San Pedro. The gala is scheduled for 5 p.m. Tickets are $175 per person before April 1 and $225 after


that deadline. Call 310-548-7593 or visit grandgrunion- gala.org for more information.


California YC Luncheon March 31


reservations@calyachtclub.net • Join yachting enthusiasts at noon for California Yacht Club’s monthly presentation on boating interests. LTJG James Matthew Hurtt, com- manding officer of USCGC Haliut will discuss what boaters can do better and to safety enjoy their vessels, and how to avoid disasters both dockside and underway. Cost: $20 (includes lunch, tax, service and parking). Time: noon, happy hour; 12:20 p.m., buffet; 12:40 p.m., presentation. RSVP to the email provided. Cal YC is located at 4469 Admiralty Way in Marina del Rey.


APRIL


America’s Schooner Cup April 2


Americasschoonercup.com • The race will be held at noon and is best viewed on Shelter Island. The 28th running of this event is hosted by Silver Gate Yacht Club and bene- fits the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society.


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