Crows were kept on ships as an aid to navigation, and were kept high on a mast. Hence the origin of the term “Crow’s Nest”. Read More

It came late in the season. Be safe. Read More

It should go without saying, but I’ll say it anyway… Be weather wise before heading out to sea. Read More

Spring is still upon us, and it sure looks like a day worth getting out and enjoying. Read More

Today is the Santa Barbara Nautical Swap Meet in the Main Harbor Parking lot from 8 a.m. to noon. Read More

Don’t underestimate the danger of cold water. Here’s some Cold Water survival tips. Be safe. Read More

May 21st through May 27th SANTA BARBARA, CA – 05/13/2011 Accidents happen too fast on the water to reach for stowed life jackets. Most boating... Read More

[flickr id=”2893053893″ thumbnail=”medium” align=”left”] It’s safe boating month. Remember it’s never too soon to learn about the importance of safety at sea. Nature is a... Read More

Safety tip: Keep your bilge pumps in working order…. You never know when you may need them. Read More

SANTA BARBARA HARBOR NAUTICAL SWAP MEET Treasure Trove of Nautical Trinkets, Tackle and Things Saturday, May 14th from 8 am to Noon SANTA BARBARA, CA... Read More

The majority of boating accident drownings are the result of people not wearing life jackets. Be safe, assign and fit your vessel crew with life... Read More