22 • Aug. 28 - Sept. 10, 2015 • The Log Calendar


AUGUST Stan Miller Sportfishing Tourney Aug. 28-30 stanmilleryachts.com • Stan Miller Yachts is excited to announce the Stan Miller Yachts Invitational 2015, presented by Viking and Hatteras in Newport Beach. The multi-day tournament launches out of Basin Marine in Newport Beach and attracts anglers from all along the California coast. This fun, family-friendly event fea- tures competitive fishing in the fol- lowing categories: tuna, yellowtail, dorado, swordfish and marlin release. Prizes will be awarded to the top three in each category, as well as to the top junior anglers and overall top boat. Interested sportfishers are encouraged to sign up as soon as possible. For more information, visit web site above or contact event manager Caprice Baxendell at 562- 598-9433.


Racing 101 Seminar, Sept. 1


SEPTEMBER Racing 101 Seminar Sept. 1 wsaoc.org • The Women’s Sailing Association — Orange County (WSA-OC) will fea- ture local sailboat racer, Sue Senescu in a discussion called “Why Race?: Racing 101” She will talk about why sailors make the leap from cruising to racing, the science of racing, and the teamwork and trust that comes from working together as a crew. Time: 7 p.m. Where: Aventura Sailing Association, 24707 Dana Drive in Dana Point Harbor. WSA-OC mem- bership is open to both women and men and the public is invited to attend as prospective members. Visit website provided.


Chula Vista Marina Classes September 619-691-1860 • Friday morning classes all month long from 8:30-11 a.m. Photo Shop, bring your laptop.


Festival of Sail Sept. 5-7


Avalon Home Tour Aug. 29


Avalon Home Tour Aug. 29


310-427-2450 • Four of Catalina’s most stunning properties will open their doors to visitors during The Catalina Island Foundation’s Avalon home Tour. The tour will benefit the Catalina Island Foundation, an island-based fund dedicated to supporting local com- munity service groups. For more information, call the number provid- ed or email info@overlookhall.com.


Medical Emergencies at Sea Aug. 29 service@scya.org • The Southern California Yachting Association is conducting a Medical Emergencies at Sea at Long Beach Yacht Club from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Lunch included $45 if RSVP prior to Aug. 24 otherwise $50.


OCCSA Guest Speaker Aug. 31 1801 W. Coast Hwy., Newport Beach • The Orange Coast College Sailing Association will welcome John Jordane as its guest speaker at its monthly meeting. Jourdane is one of the most experienced offshore sailors in the world today. He has raced and delivered yachts over 300,000 miles, including 48 Pacific Ocean and 12 Atlantic Ocean cross- ings. He has circumnavigated the Earth three times in sailboats, includ- ing twice in the Whitbread Round the World Race.


Maritime Museum of San Diego • The Port of San Diego’s 2015 Festival of Sail, hosted by the Maritime Museum of San Diego will transform the North Embarcadero into a nautical theme park. More than 20 tall ships and other vessels from around the world will visit San Diego. Parade begins Friday, Sept. 4 at 3 p.m. and can be seen from the embarcadero. Visit sdmaritime.org for more information.


Concerts by the Sea Sept. 5 3401 Peninsula Road, Oxnard • Channel Islands Harbor is holding its Concerts by the Sea each Saturday through Sept. 5. The free summer concert series will be from 4-6 p.m. at Peninsula Park at Channel Islands Harbor. Free parking is avail- able at the park and along the street. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. For more information, visit channelis- landsharbor.org.


Ham Radio Sept. 9


619-691-1860 • South Bay Amateur Radio Society, Ham Radio RV Resort poolside room. Experience ham operators eager to share their knowledge with beginner hams. Amateur radio is a hobby enjoyed by more than 3 million peo- ple from around the world, with a half a million right here in the U.S. Call Chula Vista Marina.


Basic Coastal Navigation Class (7 Weeks) Sept. 9-Oct. 28 24399 Dana Drive, Dana Point • Flotilla 68-DanaPoint USCG


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Auxiliary presents this seven-week course in the basics of coastal navi- gation designed to acquaint you with the tools and skills required to be successful – great for novices or a refresher course for experienced (rusty) sailors. Cost: $60. Time: 7-9 p.m. To register, email johnrlinder@cox.net or call 949-697- 7125.


Safe Boating Class Sept. 10 (4 weeks) Escondido • The USCG class will be held from 7- 9 p.m. at the CA Flavor Complex in Escondido. The class is designed for the experienced and novice boater. Cost: $35. Register by calling Lloyd: 760-213-5358; or, Glenn: 760-434- 7340.


Charity Heart Marlin Tourney Sept. 12 missionbaymar- linclub.org • Mission Bay Marlin Club’s (MBMC) Charity Heart Marlin Tournament includes a catch- and-release format and a club trophy for the best two-boat total among fishing clubs entered. Individual anglers with qualifying releases or captures earn entries into the big prize drawings. Boats representing organized angling clubs are eligible to win the club trophy, and the club gets its name inscribed on the per- petual trophy that’s displayed at the MBMC; funds from the event to ben- efit The American Heart Association. Lines in begins any time after 12:01 a.m., and the tournament ends at 6 p.m. Tackle may be any weight up to and including 80-pound test. One kept fish per angler may be entered for individual prizes. Each angler can release multiple fish. Each angler with qualifying fish will be entered into a drawing to determine prize winners. A club must have a mini-


mum two boats to be eligi- ble for the Club Trophy. An awards banquet will be held at 3 p.m., Sept. 13 at Marina Village Captains Room. The tradition is one of fun, camaraderie, and friendly competi- tion while helping to tackle heart disease. For more information, visit the wesite provided or contact: John E. Pye at jpye@wcac.com.


Living Aboard Sept. 12


619-691-1860 • Moving on board, living aboard or getting ready to go cruising. Where do you start, with kids to raise, careers to wine down, boats to pre- pare, cruising knowledge to learn; it could seem overwhelming. Join this interactive conversation with mod- erator Don and Lisa Diel. 9:30-11a.m. Call Chula Vista Marina for details.


Toshiba Tall Ships Festival Sept. 12-13 Tallshipsfestival.com • The Ocean Institute is celebrating its 31st year hosting the Toshiba Tall Ships Festival, the largest annual gathering of tall ships on the West Coast. Come and explore the majesty and wonder of tall ships through the smells, sounds and sights of real working tall ships. Interactive living-history encamp- ments including blacksmiths, schrimshaw artist, and the infamous Port Royal Privateers are sure to entertain and amaze guests of all ages. Time: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. each day; ship tours conclude at 3:30 p.m.; Sunset Parade is Sept. 11.


Little Old Ladies Regatta Sept. 12 balboayachtclub.com • The 42nd annual Little Old Ladies Regatta will be held at Balboa Yacht Club for adult men and women rac- ing in 8 foot Naples Sabots. More information at website provided or email nansailor@aol.com.


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Silver Gate YC hosts annual Make-A-Wish Tuna Challenge


SAN DIEGO – Anglers are invited to drop a line for a cause during the 2015 Make-A-Wish Tuna Challenge taking place Aug. 28-30 at Silver Gate Yacht Club. The annual three-day fishing tournament is


known as the largest tuna fishing tournament in the continental United States and has raised more than $3 million in the past 26 years, according to the event’s organizers. Funds from the event help to grant wishes for


children with life threatening medical conditions in the San Diego community. All lines must be in the water by 5 a.m., Aug. 29. A


captain’s meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m., Aug. 28 at Silver Gate YC where team captains will pick up cap- tains bags and goody bags. Weigh-in will take place at either San Diego Marlin Club or Dana Landing Market and Fuel Dock in Mission Bay. More informa-


tion on the rules, tournament schedule and deadlines can be found at tunachal- lenge.org.


Anglers will com-


pete for awards such as multi-day fishing trips to Alaska and Mexico, fishing gear, boat equipment, and more. Awards will be present- ed at the Aug. 30 banquet at Silver Gate YC. The after-tournament party is scheduled to run from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the club located on Shelter Island. The public is invited to attend and admission to


the Aug. 30 event is free. Tickets for the banquet lunch are $15. More than 700 guests are expected to attend the celebration banquet, which will include raffles, live and silent auctions, live entertainment, and Wish Kid testimonials. Register for Make-A-Wish Tuna Challenge at tunachallenge.org.


Toshiba Tall Ships Festival, Sept. 12-13


America’s Boating Course Sept. 15-Nov. 10 1755 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura • Ventura Sail & Power Squadron presents the U.S. Power Squadron’s beginning boating course that includes sessions on: safety equip- ment; navigation rules, light and sound signals, federal and state laws; and more. Time: 7-9 p.m. Cost $50. Bring check to first class. Contact Pat at 805-646-7675 for more informa- tion.


SBMM Lecture presented Sept. 17 113 Harbor Way, Santa Barbara • Enjoy a lecture presented by NOAA’s Richard Schwemmer on ghost shipwrecks recently discovered off San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge. Time: 7 p.m. Members only Reception from 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. Cost: Free (members), $10 (non- members).Register at sbmm.org or call (805) 962-8404 x115.


Suddenly in Command Sept. 19


619-691-1860 • The captain becomes incapacitated or falls overboard, and you find your- self suddenly in command. Misfortunes occur in seconds, and you have the rest of your life to be grateful that you knew what to do because you were prepared. Presented by Flotilla 114, Bill Anderson instructor. 9:30-11 a.m. Call Chula Vista Marina for details.


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