Sacramento River

What I Saw – by Jackie Philpott

Spaulding Marine Center In early December I drove over to Spaulding Marine Center’s annual holiday party in Sausalito. It used to be called Spaulding Wooden Boat Center, but now it is a boat yard...

New Products – By Terry Goble

New Compact Courtesy Light Is Also Waterproof High-quality marine lighting is essential for safety anywhere aboard. Dark steps and corners, dim compartments and work areas all present potential hazards. The new CLX RGBW LED...

Letters

Letters – by Our Readers

Hello Pat, Finally, an article warning boaters and others about the dangers of electricity leaking from boats and marina electrical systems into the water. In 1999 a Seattle electrician and his nurse wife lost...

Calendar - Down The Rode

Down The Rode – by Ty Mellott

BAY & BEYOND JANUARY 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...

Delta Rat Scrapbook – by Bill Wells

West Coast Canvas It has been a year or so since Efrain Garay and Scott Rumple took over West Coast Canvas. I was passing by their office and they kindly invited me in for...

Lessons Learned – by Pat Carson

There Is Always Time For Safety I have been asked many times if it is necessary to do an engine room check every time we plan to get a boat underway. My answer is always...

What I Saw – by Jackie Philpott

Sausalito Boat Show I arrived at the boat show in Sausalito first thing in the morning. There were people at the entrance to Clipper Yacht Harbor directing traffic and there was a carnival atmosphere. Lots...

Business News – by Ty Mellott

Galeon Yachts Expands Reach To The West Coast With New Dealer Silver Seas Yachts CLEARWATER, FL (November 20, 2023) – Galeon Yachts, a prominent name in the luxury yacht industry, is thrilled to announce...

New Products – By Terry Goble

Handheld Compass Provides A Quick Fix Few onboard navigation devices are as convenient as the X-11Y SportAbout Handheld magnetic compass from Ritchie Navigation. Simple to use, it provides a quick and accurate heading fix...

Letters

Letters – by Our Readers

Hello Jackie, My name is Molly and I work for the company that prints your fine magazine. I’ve been mulling over whether or not to drop you a line. (Get it?!!!) I have been...