By example

We teach by example, and yet we don’t think too much about that and we should. If you want young folks to be safe and responsible on the water, show them how it’s done. Don’t just tell them. Live by your words, and not just with boating, but with everything. That’s how you teach and … Read more

Tradition

Our heritage is tide to the sea, the bounty of it sustains us. It’s the source of life on this planet, and we need to respect it. It should be a tradition never to forget this.

Our nautical traditions

It’s important that we honor, keep, and share our nautical traditions. It’s our connection to the past, to nature, and to one another. These experiences opened up new worlds beyond the imagination for us to explore, and set free the human spirit.

Thanks

We wanted to take this time to thank the folks who follow and read our blog, and to thank our webmaster who keeps us up and running. You are the ones who make all of this possible.

Calm Down

There’s a lot of hype and hysteria these days aimed against cruise ships. They’ve become the enemy du jour, especially for cities along the California coast. They get much more media focus than they should if heaven forbid something goes wrong, like someone getting sick, or falling overboard. Sensationalism sells, never mind the fact that … Read more

Apply for Funding at Coastal Fund

Major Funding application deadline April 11th! Coastal Fund is accepting grant proposals from on campus organizations, research labs, special undergraduate projects, and off-campus environmental organizations to promote coastal protection and enhancement.

Public Health

Are cruise ships a risk to public health? Our sensationalist media has a tendency to portray them as threats to humanity, but cruise ships take precautions and have trained staff that do all they can to ensure the safety and health of both passengers and the public at large. Unfortunately sensationalism sells. Take hype with … Read more

Sail on dreams

Don’t give up on dreams. They’re what change the world and make the impossible reality. Dreams have taken us across the oceans, and given us flight. Dreams fill our sails with wind and carry us forward. May you sail on dreams.

Take some time

Life’s short folks and it’s easy to forget that, we understand. It’s always good to take some time and spend it with family and friends. Memories with loved ones are priceless.