Chartered Events • USS Potomac Cruises, From Oakland’s Jack London Square. Special event cruises and private charters. For more info on how you can charter this classic and historic presidential yacht, visit www. usspotomac.org and start planning your cruise into history.

18 • Northern California Dockwalker Training, become a Partner Dockwalker in 2026. Be part of this unique state and nationwide program. Jump In and Make a Splash for Cleaner California Waters and attend this in-person training at the Oakland Yacht Club. Register at www.boating-cleanandgreen.com/dockwalkers

16 – 19 • 4th Annual Newport Beach International Boat Show, The Newport Beach International Boat Show (NBIBS) is back to bring a new and reimagined vision to the yachting world. Incorporating live entertainment, immersive activations and beautiful yachts from top builders and broker-ages, the event offers attendees a one-of-a-kind experience that captures the essence of Newport Beach’s elevated lifestyle. NBIBS looks forward to welcoming you this May to NBIBS 2026. Visit www.nbibs.com for more info.

18 • Opening Day on the Strait, come out and participate in the boat parade or view from the miles of Benicia shoreline that offer ideal view-ing locations. From 10 a.m.-10 p.m. this all day event will provide vendor booths, a decorated boat parade, blessing of the fleet, live music, food & Drink at the Benicia Yacht Club. For the full day’s events schedule visit www.beniciayachtclub.org. Open to the public and welcome to stop by, 400 East 2nd Street, Benicia, CA.

25 – Singlehanded Sailing Society Race, Sort of Singlehanded South Bay, you can visit www.sfbaysss.org for more information about the race and participation.

26 – PICYA’s 109th Annual Opening Day on The Bay, Opening Day on the Bay is an annual celebration of the maritime community on the San Francisco Bay. From the blessing of the fleet in Racoon Straights to the parade of decorated boats, this is a great reason to get out on the Bay. Judges are on hand to dish out prizes for the décor and imagination of the participating vessels. Get your sail or powerboat ready. Whether you participate or view from the banks, you are sure to enjoy this time honored and traditional spring event celebrating the official beginning to the San Francisco Bay boating season with fellow boating enthusiasts! Visit www. picya.org for more information.

28 – 29 • 10th Annual California Boating Congress, the welcome reception will be the evening of April 28, 2026, 5:30 pm at Mayahuel with the main event starting the morning of April 29, 2026, at the Sutter Club, 1220 9th Street Sacramento with an 8:30 am check-in. For registration or more infor-mation, email mra@marina.org visit www.mra.org or call 916-215-3621.

26 • USS Potomac Opening Day on the Bay Cruise, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. from Oakland’s Jack London Square. Join the crew of the Presidential Yacht USS Potomac for a 3-hour cruise on San Francisco Bay while enjoying the sights of the Bay’s opening day parade. Tickets may be purchased by visiting eventbrite.com or www.usspotomac.org where reservations are highly recommended.

Now in Sept • NYBA Seattle Boats Afloat Show. After producing four seasons of the Spring Boats Afloat Show, the Northwest Yacht Brokers Association has decided to discontinue the Spring Boats Afloat Show. See you in September!

Chartered Events • USS Potomac Cruises, From Oakland’s Jack London Square. Special event cruises and private charters. For more info on how you can charter this classic and historic presidential yacht, visit www. usspotomac.org and start planning your cruise into history.

Saturday & Sunday Beginning May 17th • Sunset Cruises, Angel Island-Tiburon Ferry. View the Bay & the SF skyline. Wine, soda & a variety of snacks for purchase onboard. Reservations are required for this 1.5-hour cruise that departs Tiburon at 6:30 p.m. and returns at 8:00 p.m. Sat & Sun evenings. Cruises continue through mid-Oct. Adults and seniors: $32.70, Children 6-12: $16.45. For information regarding times of departure and to make reservations visit www.angelislandferry.com (click bay cruises) or call 415-435-2131.

9 & 28 • Northern California Dockwalker Training, become a Partner Dock-walker in 2026. Be part of this unique state and nationwide program. Jump In and Make a Splash for Cleaner California Waters! Both of the May programs are virtual. Register at www.boatingcleanandgreen.com/dockwalkers

16 – 22 • National Safe Boating Week, the National Safe Boating Council continues to educate the boating community about wearing life jackets and the options that are available when it comes to comfortable and lightweight life jackets. Visit www.safeboatingcampaign.com for more info on this impor-tant week and how you as an individual or your marina can get involved.

23 – Singlehanded Sailing Society Race, Singlehanded Farallons, you can visit www.sfbaysss.org for more information about the race and participation.

23 • Master Mariners Regatta, the Master Mariners Benevolent Associa-tion is pleased to invite you to participate in this year’s Master Mariners Regatta to be held on Saturday, May 23, 2026, Memorial Day weekend. Starting at St. Francis YC. After the race join the post-race celebration at the Encinal YC. The $110 registration deadline is May 8th. Visit www.sfmaster-mariners.org to register and pay online.

Saturday & Sunday • Sunset Cruises, Angel Island-Tiburon Ferry. View the Bay & the SF skyline. Wine, soda & a variety of snacks for purchase onboard. Reservations are required for this 1.5-hour cruise that departs Tiburon at 6:30 p.m. and returns at 8:00 p.m. Sat & Sun evenings. Cruises continue through mid-Oct. Adults and seniors: $32.70, Children 6-12: $16.45. For information regarding times of departure and to make reservations visit www.angelislandferry.com (click bay cruises) or call 415-435-2131.

12 -14 • 1st Annual Windy City Boat & Yacht Show, in the heart of beauti-ful downtown Chicago in Burnham Harbor. Informa, the world’s leading event organizer and producer of eight internationally acclaimed boat shows, will deliver an unprecedented in-water boating experience for the Great Lakes region, in collaboration with Chicago Park District, Chicago Harbors, and Suntex Marinas. The inaugural event will offer an immersive and accessible showcase featuring an expansive fleet of cutting-edge pow-erboats and elegant sailboats, interactive exhibits, VIP experiences, and a seamless connection between the boating lifestyle and Chicago’s vibrant waterfront. Visit WindyCityBYS.com for more information.

20 • Summer Sailstice, Sailors are invited to join this popular Bay Area sail-ing event. For more info on times, pre-event raft-ups and event locations visit www.summersailstice.com

21 • Master Mariners Wooden Boat Show, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., The Annual Wooden Boat Show, is on! This is one of the highlights of the San Francisco sailing season, and one of only a few West coast wooden boat shows. Open to the public and generously hosted by the Corinthian Yacht Club in Tiburon, this unique event is a once-a-year opportunity to enjoy one of the most beautiful Yacht Clubs in the world, and dozens of the most elegant and delightful traditional sailing boats from the Bay and beyond. Visit www.sfmastermariners.org for more information.

21 • Father’s Day, what better way to make Dad happy than an invitation to spend the day on The Bay in the boat. Make this year Dad’s favorite one yet.

21 • USS Potomac Father’s Day Cruise on the San Francisco Bay, 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. from Oakland’s Jack London Square. $120 per person. Join the crew of the Presidential Yacht USS Potomac for a 3-hour cruise on San Francisco Bay while celebrating the dad in your life. Tickets may be purchased by visiting eventbrite.com or www.usspotomac.org where reservations are highly recommended.

Thursday – Saturday • Steak & Lobster Night at Orwood, Orwood Resort, 4451 Orwood Road, Brentwood, CA 94513. Come out and enjoy a 12-oz. New York steak or rib-eye and lobster, Brentwood corn, baked potato and roll for only $25.99. Beautiful Delta setting on the water and a great meal to boot. Call 925-634-2550 for more info.

18 • Northern California Dockwalker Training, become a Partner Dockwalker in 2026. Be part of this unique state and nationwide program. Jump In and Make a Splash for Cleaner California Waters and attend this in-person training at the Oakland Yacht Club. Register at www.boating-cleanandgreen.com/dockwalkers

28 – 29 • 10th Annual California Boating Congress, the welcome reception will be the evening of April 28, 2026, 5:30 pm at Mayahuel with the main event starting the morning of April 29, 2026, at the Sutter Club, 1220 9th Street Sacramento with an 8:30 am check-in. For registration or more infor-mation, email mra@marina.org visit www.mra.org or call 916-215-3621.

Tuesday • Taco Tuesday at Windmill Cove, get ready for one of the most popular Taco Tuesdays in the Delta. Come out by Car or Boat to enjoy this popular on water location! Taco Tuesday every Tuesday throughout the summer and on into early fall.

Thursday – Saturday • Steak & Lobster Night at Orwood, Orwood Resort, 4451 Orwood Road, Brentwood, CA 94513. Come out and enjoy a 12-oz. New York steak or rib-eye and lobster, Brentwood corn, baked potato and roll for only $25.99. Beautiful Delta setting on the water and a great meal to boot. Call 925-634-2550 for more info.

2 – 3 • Discovery Bay Boat Show, Discovery Bay Marina, Free to the public, boats and marine products, beer garden, food trucks and live music. Call 925-634-5928 for information on this Suntex Marina or the boat show.

3 • Delta Loop Community Yard Sale, Contact any business on the Delta Loop for details or B&W Resort directly at 916-777-6161 for more information.

9 & 28 • Northern California Dockwalker Training, become a Partner Dock-walker in 2026. Be part of this unique state and nationwide program. Jump In and Make a Splash for Cleaner California Waters! Both of the May programs are virtual. Register at www.boatingcleanandgreen.com/dockwalkers

13 • California Delta Chambers Mixer, 6 p.m. KoKet Resort. Come by car or boat and enjoy the hospitality of this great waterfront location. If you have questions about this event, how your business can host a mixer or to become a member of the Delta Chambers, visit www.californiadelta.org or call 916-777-4041.

16 – 22 • National Safe Boating Week, the National Safe Boating Council continues to educate the boating community about wearing life jackets and the options that are available when it comes to comfortable and lightweight life jackets. Visit www.safeboatingcampaign.com for more info on this impor-tant week and how you as an individual or your marina can get involved.

Thursday – Saturday • Steak & Lobster Night at Orwood, Orwood Resort, 4451 Orwood Road, Brentwood, CA 94513. Come out and enjoy a 12-oz. New York steak or rib-eye and lobster, Brentwood corn, baked potato and roll for only $25.99. Beautiful Delta setting on the water and a great meal to boot. Call 925-634-2550 for more info.

10 • California Delta Chambers Mixer, 6 p.m. Steamboat Landing Bar & Grill. Come enjoy the hospitality of this popular Delta location and the company of fellow Chamber Members. If you have questions about this event, how your business can host a mixer or to become a member of the Delta Chambers, visit www.californiadelta.org or call 916-777-4041.

13 • 35th Annual Delta Ditch Run, Join or spectate this incredible all-day 65nm downwind Bay to Delta Sailing event. Richmond Yacht Club to Stockton Yacht Club. www.stocktonyc.org or www.richmondyc.org for more information.

13 • Delta Loop Fest, The Delta Loop is located off Hi-Way 12. Check with the local Delta Loop Businesses as each of them will be hosting activities & events. Call your favorite Delta Loop business for all the information on this long-standing popular Delta event.

20 • Owl Harbor Nautical Swap Meet, Owl Harbor on the Delta Loop, open to the public 8 a.m. – noon. Come out and view the treasures while enjoying the hospitality of Owl Harbor. Events for all ages. For more info on the swap meet or the marina, www.owlharbor.com or call 916-777-6055.

21 • Father’s Day, what better way to make Dad happy than an invitation to spend the day on The Delta in the boat. Make this year Dad’s favorite one yet.

27 • 8th Annual Runabouts on the River Classic Boat & Car Show, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Stockton Sailing Club, Stockton, CA. Presented by the Antique & Classic Boat Society – Northern California/Lake Tahoe Chapter. Come out and enjoy this free event as you will not be disappointed if you like boats from days gone by. Free boat rides, youth activities, live music, food and drink vendors (including Lockeford Meats), tours of the USS Lucid, many other fun activities along with the largest collections of classic boats on the west coast. The event will benefit the Stockton Sea Scouts, the USS Lucid-Stockton Maritime Museum, and the Stockton Sailing Club Youth Sailing Program. Bring the family and join in the fun! Visit www.rotr2025.com for information on attending or presenting your classic wooden vessel.

Adventures at Sea, Imagine Life Aboard a 19th-Century Sailing Ship, Program presented at 2:15 p.m. daily. Hyde Street Pier, San Francisco. For information on this or any other program offered, call 415-561-7006. Bay Model Tours, 2100 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA. 415-332-3871. Hours Tues.-Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; closed Sun.-Mon. & holidays.

Delta Fishing Reports, weekly every Wed. at www.californiadelta.org

Red & White Fleet San Francisco Cruises, for info visit http://www.redan-dwhite.com or call 415-673-2900.

Safe Boating Courses, for information and closest place to attend a boat-ing course please call the United States Power Squadron at 925-377-2628.

SS Jeremiah O’Brien WW II Liberty Ship, National Historic Landmark and Museum. Open daily 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Pier 35, Fisherman’s Wharf. The fee is $20 for adults, under age six, free with adult. Visit www.ssjeremiahobrien. org for cruise schedule, volunteer opportunities and overnight programs or call 415-544-0100.

USS Hornet Tours, Sea, Air and Space Museum, Alameda CA. The ship is open for daily visits and offers several specialty tours including 9 p.m.-6 a.m. overnighter. If you wish to visit and need more info regarding general admission, specialty tours or group events, www.uss-hornet.org

USS Pampanito, Open daily at Pier 45, Fisherman’s Wharf. Visit www.mari-time.org or call 415-561-6662 for admission costs.

USS Potomac History Cruise, enjoy a 2-hour narrated history cruise on S.F. Bay with knowledgeable docents. Complimentary coffee, tea and water will be available. Visit eventbrite.com or call 510-627-1215 for actual dates and reservations.

USS Potomac Year-Round Chartered Tours, Jack London Square, the muse-um dedicated to “Remembering Roosevelt and his Era” features FDR’s famed “Floating White House,” now a National Historic Landmark. Until further notice there is no more open seating or scheduled cruises. Events currently are on a charted basis only. Call 510-627-1215 for more information.

Vessel Safety Checks, for a courtesy examination of your vessel to verify the presence and condition of your safety equipment required by State and Federal regulations, please visit the site www.safetyseal.net or e-mail sumfun@juno.com for more information on having your vessel’s safety checked or to have representatives visit your club for group checks.

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