Down The Rode – by Ty Mellott
BAY & BEYOND
FEBRUARY
11 – 19 • Pier 39’s Tulipmania, Pier 39, San Francisco, CA. Tulipmania returns in full bloom at Pier 39 with guided tours daily at 10 a.m. This year’s collection will feature flowers of every color combination conceivable including Apricot Beauties, Texas Flames, Purple Princes, Flaming Parrots, Swan Wings, Burgundy Lace and more. The tulips will be topped with winter vegetables including lettuce, parsley, celery and red chard. For more info you can call 415-705-5500.
15 – 19 • Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show, Miami, Fl. Miami Marine Stadium. The on-land portion of the event will take place at the newly reimagined Miami Beach Convention Center and Pride Park. The in-water components of the show will take place at Sea Isle Marina, One Herald Plaza, Museum Park Marina, and IGY Yacht Haven Grande at Island Gardens. This will kick off the busiest weekend in South Florida with a celebration of the boating lifestyle. The show will feature the latest powerboats, engines, electronics & marine accessories. Includes Boats in the water, product displays, demo docks, latest info on what’s new for 2022, and VIP experiences. Visit www.miamiboatshow.com for more information on times, locations and special ticket pricing.
15 – 19 • Yachts Miami, is now an official part of the Discover Boating Miami International Boat Show. Visit www.miamiyachtshow.com for more information including locations and times.
25 – Singlehanded Sailing Society Corinthian Race, a race to one of the most decorated yacht clubs in the Bay. You can visit www.sfbaysss.org for more information about the race and participating.
MARCH
Chartered Events • USS Potomac Cruises, from Oakland’s Jack London Square. Even though the historical ship has started scheduled once again, you can charter the ship for your own private events. 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.
3 – 5 • Jazz Bash by the Bay, Portola Hotel & Spa, Monterey Conference Center with 7 venues and 6 dance floors, this marks the return of the annual event with this year featuring some of the country’s best jazz artists. List of performers to be updated as event gets nearer. For more information, visit www.dixieland-monterey.com or call 888-349-6879.
9 – 12 • 48th Annual Sacramento Boat Show & Off-Road Extravaganza, Sponsored by the Sacramento Valley Marine Association, Cal Expo, Sacramento, CA (Just off Bus. 80). This early year show brings in people from all over the Nor Cal area to experience the area’s only “All-Boat” show featuring boats from the entire Sacramento area. You will see the latest in boats and marine gear. You can also experience the Off-Road area featuring ATV, motorcycles and toy haulers. For information on tickets, hours, dealers and parking you can visit www.sacramentoboatshow.com or call 916-372-4239.
12 • Daylight Savings Time Begins, Remember to Spring Forward an hour and keep in mind it is one more day closer to Summer!
23 – 26 • 40th Annual Palm Beach International Boat Show, this is one of the top 10 boat shows in the country featuring more than $1.4 Billion worth of boats, superyachts and accessories from every major marine manufacturer worldwide. For more info on times, cost and how to get tickets visit www.pbboatshow.com or call 954-463-6762.
APRIL
Chartered Events • USS Potomac Cruises, from Oakland’s Jack London Square. Even though the historical ship has started scheduled once again, you can charter the ship for your own private events. 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.
11 – 12 • 6th Annual California Boating Congress, Hyatt Regency Sacramento. The welcome reception will be the evening of April 11, 2023, with the main event starting the morning of April 12, 2023. More information to follow next month or visit www.mra.org for complete information on the Marina Recreation Association.
13 – 16 • 20th International Ocean Film Festival, Cowell Theater Fort Mason on the beautiful San Francisco waterfront. Come out and enjoy the films that celebrate the sea and films that increase awareness. Visit www.oceanfilmfest.org for more info on single program and full event film passes. Come out to celebrate and enjoy all things Ocean.
30 – PICYA’s 106th 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 colorful vessels as this year’s theme is “Broadway on the Bay.” Get your sail or powerboat ready but 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 all Pacific Inter-Club Yacht Association events including Opening Day on the Bay as more information is provided. We hope to see one of the largest turnouts in years.
MAY
4 – 7 • Pacific Sail & Power Boat Show, Westpoint Harbor, Redwood City, CA. After a 3-year hiatus, the PSPBS makes its return to the Bay Area. Make plans for early May to visit the South Bay and view some of the newest Sail & Powerboats on display. Whether it be a yacht, trailerable boat, or all the gear associated with recreational boating, the PSPBS will have something for everyone. The 2023 show is the first edition of the partnership announced in 2021 between Sail America and the California Yacht Brokers Association who entered into a licensing agreement for the Pacific Sail and Power Boat show. Under that agreement, the CYBA has taken responsibility for the management of the show. Sail America members will continue to receive an exhibitor discount at the new show. Over the period of the agreement, the ownership of the show will eventually transfer to the CYBA. Over the next 3 months, with planning, preparation and hard work, Northern California will again be the home to PSPBS. Website details coming soon but if you wish for more info you can call (925) 588-8829.
6 – 7 • Sail GP Season 3 Grand Final – San Francisco, Tickets avail and plenty of prime Bay area locations to watch all the action as San Francisco plays host to the Grand Finals. Visit www.sailgp.com for more information or tickets.
6 – 7 • Annual Vallejo Race, Vallejo Yacht Club hosts the Great Vallejo Race, kicking off another Yacht Racing Association (YRA) season of racing on the Bay for 2023. For more info visit www.vallejoyachtclub.com or contact the Vallejo Yacht Club at 707-643-1254 or the YRA at 451-771-9500.
DELTA
FEBRUARY
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.
14 • Valentine’s Day Celebration at The Rusty Porthole, Boyd’s Harbor, Bethel Island. Come out with your sweetheart and celebrate with Rob and Kim. For more info contact Rob at the Rusty Porthole 925-684-3607.
14 • Valentine’s Dinner at The Point, The Point Restaurant in Rio Vista, come out and enjoy the food and drink specials while overlooking the water at this famous Rio Vista restaurant. For more info call 707-374-5400 or visit www.thepointrestaurant.com
MARCH
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.
8 • Delta Chambers Mixer, 6-7:30 p.m. Pacific Boat Services, 4911 Buckley Cove Way Stockton, CA 95219. Come out and enjoy this month’s mixer and allow Ramon and his staff treat you to a great experience. If you have questions on this event, how your business can host a mixer or to become a member of the Delta Chambers, visit www.californiadelta.com or call 916-777-4041.
9 – 12 • 48th Annual Sacramento Boat Show & Off-Road Extravaganza, Sponsored by the Sacramento Valley Marine Association, Cal Expo, Sacramento, CA (Just off Bus. 80). This early year show brings in people from all over the Nor Cal area to experience the area’s only “All-Boat” show featuring boats from the entire Sacramento area. You will see the latest in boats and marine gear. You can also experience the Off-Road area featuring ATV, motorcycles and toy haulers. For information on tickets, hours, dealers and parking you can visit www.sacramentoboatshow.com or call 916-372-4239.
12 • Daylight Savings Time Begins, Remember to Spring Forward an hour and keep in mind it is one more day closer to Summer!
17 • St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at The Rusty Porthole, Boyd’s Harbor, Bethel Island. Come out, wear your green and enjoy all the traditional events of the day with Rob and Kim. For more info contact Rob at the Rusty Porthole 925-684-3607.
17 • Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at The Point, The Point Restaurant in Rio Vista, come out and enjoy the food and drink specials while overlooking the water at this famous Rio Vista restaurant. For more info, visit www.pointrestaurant.com or call 707-374-5400.
17 • St. Patrick’s Day at Windmill Cove, One of the most popular by boat destinations in the Delta. Wear your green and come out for traditional holiday eats and drink. For more info or other events at Windmill Cove call 209-469-9300.
APRIL
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.
TBA • San Joaquin Yacht Club, Opening Day on the Delta, San Joaquin Yacht Club, Bethel Island, CA. For information call 925-766-0690.
1 • Discovery Bay Yacht Club Opening Day Parade, Discovery Bay Yacht Club invites you to their parade on April 1st. If you have a boat, assemble your crew and join them on this exciting opening day weekend. Visit dbyc.com for more information.
11 – 12 • 6th Annual California Boating Congress, Hyatt Regency Sacramento. The welcome reception will be the evening of April 11, 2023, with the main event starting the morning of April 12, 2023. More information to follow next month or visit www.mra.org for complete information on the Marina Recreation Association.
12 • Delta Chambers Mixer, 6-7:30 p.m. Brannan Island State Park. Come visit and view all the progress Eric Chiu has accomplished in his tasks of running one of the largest on-water state parks in the Delta. If you have questions on this event, how your business can host a mixer or to become a member of the Delta Chambers, visit www.californiadelta.com or call 916-777-4041.
15 • Stockton YC Opening Day, view from the banks of the Deep-Water Channel or bring your boat out and participate in this well-attended opening day parade. Opening Day 2023 will be happening on Saturday April 15th, 2023! This year’s theme has yet to be announced, so check here next month. There will be a TGIF dinner on Friday night as well as dinner on Saturday night. Bring your boat and join the fun all weekend and let’s make this a fantastic weekend to kick off the 2023 boating season! Contact the Stockton Yacht Club at 209-946-9259 or visit www.stocktonyc.clubexpress.com if you have any questions. Or you can contact the Opening Day 2023 Chairperson, Jill Stevenson at 916-847-8959 for more information.
MAY
4 – 7 • Pacific Sail & Power Boat Show, Westpoint Harbor, Redwood City, CA. After a 3-year hiatus, the PSPBS makes its return to the Bay Area. Make plans for early May to visit the South Bay and view some of the newest Sail & Powerboats on display. Whether it be a yacht, trailerable boat, or all the gear associated with recreational boating, the PSPBS will have something for everyone. The 2023 show is the first edition of the partnership announced in 2021 between Sail America and the California Yacht Brokers Association who entered into a licensing agreement for the Pacific Sail and Power Boat show. Under that agreement, the CYBA has taken responsibility for the management of the show. Sail America members will continue to receive an exhibitor discount at the new show. Over the period of the agreement, the ownership of the show will eventually transfer to the CYBA. Over the next 3 months, with planning, preparation and hard work, Northern California will again be the home to PSPBS. Website details coming soon but if you wish for more info you can call 925-588-8829.
ONGOING
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 call 415-673-2900 or visit www.redandwhite.com
Safe Boating Courses, for information and closest place to attend a boating course please call the United States Power Squadron at 925-377-2628.
Sea Valor, A non-profit organization based upon the idea of using a sailboat, the Bay waters, and companionship to give those that may suffer from physical wounds or PTSD a chance to leave their struggles behind, if even just for the day. The goal that Eric Jones and his crew of Valor stive to achieve, is not just the one day but rather the foundation to further assist those in need to recover fully and return to a way of life prior to the individual’s stressful or traumatic event. Their ocean-themed programs and activities aim to help veterans, firefighters, health care workers, law enforcement, under-privileged youth, families of those affected by suicide and anyone else struggling with physical or emotional wounds. If you or anyone you know that might benefit from such a program, view www.seavalor.org for more information.
SS Jeremiah O’Brien WW II Liberty Ship, National Historic Landmark and Museum. Open daily 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at Pier 45, Fisherman’s Wharf. Fee is $8 adults, under 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 a 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. Fee: Adults, $9; 6-12, $4; under six free with adults; family ticket $20. More info at 415-561-6662. Admission includes a self-guided tour.
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 museum 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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