LOS ANGELES— American Sailing Association (ASA) has announced a new partnership with marine navigation app Savvy Navvy that will integrate digital navigation technology into sailing and powerboat education across its nationwide network of more than 400 affiliated schools. The partnership coincides with ASA’s development of a new Electronic Navigation Course, which will feature Savvy Navvy as a primary digital navigation tool. According to ASA, [...]

One of the best parts of cruising to Catalina Island is that every anchorage offers a completely different experience. One weekend might find you tied to a mooring just steps from Avalon’s restaurants and waterfront shops, while the next could be spent watching the sunset from the quiet waters of Cat Harbor. Knowing where to drop the hook can make all the difference. Once [...]

There’s something about Catalina Island that makes it feel much farther away than the 22 miles separating it from the Southern California mainland. Within an hour of leaving the coast, freeways are replaced by palm-lined streets, golf carts outnumber cars, and the pace of life slows to match the rhythm of the harbor. Whether you arrive aboard your own boat or step off the [...]

As summer temperatures climb and long days on the water become the norm, many boaters quickly realize that heat management can make or break the onboard experience. Whether spending an afternoon anchored in a quiet cove, fishing offshore, or cruising for the weekend, creating shade and airflow onboard has become less of a luxury and more of a necessity during the hottest months of [...]

For many Southern California boaters, summer means looking south. With the Fourth of July holiday in the rear-view mirror — and cruising season in full swing — Mexico remains one of the most popular destinations for boaters seeking warmer water, offshore fishing, island anchorages, marina stays and extended Baja adventures. From Ensenada and Rosarito to the Sea of Cortez and beyond, crossing the border [...]

Summer is approaching, and we all want to be out on our boats having a great time, knowing our food is properly refrigerated with plenty of ice to drop in the blender for our favorite margarita recipe. Over the years, many of us have depended on a big ice box where we dump up to 100 pounds of ice cubes, which all melt to [...]

The Port of San Diego has launched a new online vessel scheduling platform that allows the public to track cargo ships and cruise vessels arriving at and departing from San Diego Bay. Known as PortControl, the online dashboard provides real-time information about vessel activity at the Port’s two marine cargo terminals and two cruise ship terminals. Users can view which vessels are currently in [...]

For boaters, anglers, and waterfront enthusiasts, the Fourth of July has become one of the most anticipated weekends of the year. Long before the first fireworks shell or drone launches into the night sky, harbors begin filling with visiting boats, waterfront parks come alive with families and friends, and communities throughout Southern California prepare for a holiday tradition that is best experienced near the [...]

When people imagine upgrading their boat’s galley, they often think first about recipes, cookware, or finding ways to prepare restaurant-worthy meals underway. But one of the most important decisions shaping what you eat onboard actually starts with refrigeration. Your refrigerator quietly dictates nearly everything about life in the galley: how long provisions last, how often you need to return to shore, what foods remain [...]

June 11 -14, 2026 - Safe Harbor Sunroad Marina Come join me at the boat show! San Diego's Grand Maritime Event Anchors away! San Diego beckons sea lovers and adventurers to its shores for the landmark San Diego International Boat Show. As the city's top maritime event, SDIBS 2026 is a celebration of all things nautical. From luxury yachts to innovative marine technology, San [...]

Article written by Christian & Company Marine Surveyors  Here's a puzzle. This one's for the motorheads, but anyone can try to solve it. The vessel in question is a 25-year-old sportfishing vessel equipped with two diesel engines. The problem reported was water in one engine—a lot of water. The water had apparently sat in the engine for some time and was causing problems, as [...]

What boaters need to know before bringing pets onboard, from life jackets and leash routines to floating potty breaks and seasick dogs. By Katherine Clements For many boaters, a day on the water feels incomplete without the entire family aboard, including the four-legged crew members. Across California’s marinas, harbors, and anchorages, dogs perched on bow cushions or lounging in shaded cockpits have become an [...]

As summer approaches, Southern California’s sailing calendar begins to fill with some of the region’s most anticipated regattas, drawing everyone from seasoned offshore racers to youth sailors just getting their start. From iconic distance races to competitive harbor series, the season offers no shortage of opportunities to test skill, strategy, and preparation. Major events like the Newport to Ensenada International Yacht Race, the Islands [...]

For many Southern California boaters, time on the water is no longer limited to day trips. Whether anchored off Catalina Island, spending a weekend in Two Harbors, or cruising between coastal harbors, overnight stays have become a central part of the boating experience. As a result, comfort below deck is no longer an afterthought, it’s a priority. At the center of that shift is [...]