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Monthly Board Meeting

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Tuesday, September 9, 6:00PM to 8:00PM

We are ALWAYS done by 8 PM. If you cannot make it in, we have a Zoom conference space you can use to be telepresent.You must register in order to access the meeting via Zoom. A registration button is in the event details on the volunteer.bluewaterfoundation.org site when you are logged in. Use it to register. Registration will generate connection details which are good for subsequent meetings.


Sail on Bear with Silver Springs HS (Golden Bear)

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Thursday, September 11, 10:00AM to 2:00PM

Another sail with the enthusiastic students coming all the way from Grass Valley. NOTE: Earlier start and end time.

San Francisco Marina
Find on Google Map: 37°48'25.0"N 122°26'27.6"W

Alameda County Probation-Sweeney (Benjamin Walters)

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Friday, September 12, 8:45AM to 3:30PM

Second class with these students and we go for overboard drill, live. It cements the class together as a crew and is usually one of their favorite classes. Also basics of sailing reviewed.

Berkeley Marina
Find on Google Map: 37°51'57.3"N 122°19'02.6"W

Alameda Juvenile Hall sail (Benjamin Walters)

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Saturday, September 13, 9:30AM to 4:00PM

Our second sail with the incarcerated students at Alameda Juvenile Hall. First time this is being tried in California. 2-3 students at first, four POs....if it works, start of a new program.

Berkeley Marina
Find on Google Map: 37°51'57.3"N 122°19'02.6"W

Certification sail (Golden Bear)

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Wednesday, September 17, 10:00AM to 4:00PM

Open to volunteers ready to demonstrate their skills as Crew or Second Captain on Golden Bear. This is your opportunity to get signed off on boat skills and become certified. This sail will include COB training and recovery. Bring your lunch.

San Francisco Marina
Find on Google Map: 37°48'25.0"N 122°26'27.6"W

San Francisco CASA - Sail with Foster Kids (Aleta, Golden Bear)

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Saturday, September 20, 9:30AM to 3:30PM

We’re excited to announce a sail! (CASA—Court Appointed Special Advocates—works with foster children, and we’ve had the pleasure of sailing with them before. Their foster parents often join as well, making it an always memorable day on the Bay with truly remarkable kids.)

For this sail, we’ll need the Aleta crew to meet at the Berkeley Marina at 8am to allow for a 1.5 hour leeway for prep and travel across the Bay.

San Francisco Marina
Find on Google Map: 37°48'25.0"N 122°26'27.6"W

Alameda County Probation-Sweeney (Benjamin Walters)

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Friday, September 26, 8:45AM to 3:30PM

Our third class with these students. We set courses to follow and if wind right, fly the gennaker. Review of basics as well.

Berkeley Marina
Find on Google Map: 37°51'57.3"N 122°19'02.6"W

IYC Women's Sailing Seminar 2025

Friday, September 26, 5:00PM to Sunday, September 28, 6:00PM

Blue Water Foundation is pumped to be part of the Women’s Sailing Seminar happening September 27 & 28, 2025, at the Island Yacht Club! This fantastic event welcomes women sailors of all levels to jump in, get hands-on sailing experience, dive into engaging workshops, and connect with an inspiring community on the water. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just curious, it’s the perfect chance to sharpen your skills, learn something new, and have a blast doing it. We’re excited to share this with our volunteers—don’t miss out! Check it out at www.womenssailingseminar.com

Contact Kimberly at kimberly@bluewaterfoundation.org if you plan on attending. It will be great to see you!


Barrios Trust Gratitude Sail (Benjamin Walters)

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Saturday, September 27, 10:00AM to 4:00PM

The Barrios Trust is a great supporter of Blue Water and this is our thank you sail for their board. No students. Lunch on board.

Berkeley Marina
Find on Google Map: 37°51'57.3"N 122°19'02.6"W

Sail on Bear with June Jordan HS (Golden Bear)

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Thursday, October 2, 10:30AM to 2:30PM

Sail on Golden Bear with students from June Jordan High School

San Francisco Marina
Find on Google Map: 37°48'25.0"N 122°26'27.6"W

NIGHT OVERBOARD PRACTICE (Benjamin Walters)

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Friday, October 3, 6:00PM to 9:45PM

OUR NIGHT OVERBOARD PRACTICE...only sign up if you have done a day overboard practice. Bring your dinner, light for your life vest and be ready for the toughest certification we have. Chase boat will be on hand.

Berkeley Marina
Find on Google Map: 37°51'57.3"N 122°19'02.6"W

Sail on Bear with Mission HS (Golden Bear)

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Thursday, October 9, 10:30AM to 2:30PM

Sail on Bear with Mission High School. Exciting opportunity to see the Blue Angels unless it is too foggy.

San Francisco Marina
Find on Google Map: 37°48'25.0"N 122°26'27.6"W

Alameda County Probation-Sweeney (Benjamin Walters, Aleta)

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Friday, October 10, 8:45AM to 3:30PM

Our marine maintenance class for the students. Filter change, oil change, rigging check, first aid and emergency gear check. Then a short sail to celebrate. Both Aleta and Benjamin.

Berkeley Marina
Find on Google Map: 37°51'57.3"N 122°19'02.6"W

Monthly Board Meeting

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Tuesday, October 14, 6:00PM to 8:00PM

We are ALWAYS done by 8 PM. If you cannot make it in, we have a Zoom conference space you can use to be telepresent.You must register in order to access the meeting via Zoom. A registration button is in the event details on the volunteer.bluewaterfoundation.org site when you are logged in. Use it to register. Registration will generate connection details which are good for subsequent meetings.


First Aid/ CPR/ AED Training

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Saturday, October 18, 10:00AM to 12:00PM

CPR/First Aid training required for certification. Free to BWF volunteers. PLEASE NOTE: This certification will be blended learning, meaning that the video and "lecture" portion will be done online at your own time and only the skills portion will be done in-person. You will be sent a link from ARC American Red Cross (email may be addressed from Salesforce) Online portion must be complete before skills session. Contact Les 415-497-6637 or problems with Red Cross link contact Travis 415-335-9652.

Find on Google Map: Berkeley Yacht Club

Imperial Council Bake Sale Fundraiser

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Saturday, October 18, 12:00PM to 3:00PM

The Imperial Council of San Francisco is having a fundraiser for Blue Water which will have cakes on sale from two premier bakers (Kahnfections and Cake Coquette) from the Bay Area. There will also be a live DJ, dancing.
All are invited to attend and raise money for Blue Water Foundation by buying these great desserts.
This organization has raised money for our programs in the past and this is one more example of their generosity. Show up and show your support. We're going to have a great time!!!


Sail on Bear with Washington HS (Golden Bear)

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Thursday, October 23, 10:30AM to 2:30PM

Sail on Golden Bear with students from George Washington High School.

San Francisco Marina
Find on Google Map: 37°48'25.0"N 122°26'27.6"W

Alameda County Probation-Sweeney (Benjamin Walters, Aleta)

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Friday, October 24, 6:00PM to 10:00PM

Our night sail with the students. Meet at boat at six, dinner on the dock, then sail to the lights. May take Aleta as well.

Berkeley Marina
Find on Google Map: 37°51'57.3"N 122°19'02.6"W

Sail on Bear with Paul Revere MS (Golden Bear)

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Thursday, October 30, 10:30AM to 2:30PM

Sail on Golden Bear with students from Paul Revere Middle School.

San Francisco Marina
Find on Google Map: 37°48'25.0"N 122°26'27.6"W

Volunteer Appreciation Party: "Anchors & Attitude"

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Saturday, November 1, 6:00PM to 10:00PM

We’re setting sail on gratitude! Join us at the Berkeley Yacht Club as we celebrate the incredible volunteers who make Blue Water Foundation’s mission possible. Our Anchors & Attitude Volunteer Appreciation Party blends nautical vibes with a splash of drag glam for a one-of-a-kind evening. Expect good food, great company, laughter, and plenty of sparkle as we honor the heart and soul of our community - YOU, OUR AMAZING VOLUNTEERS.

🎟️ PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!!! (https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/anchors-and-attitude-blue-water-f…)

If you are interested in volunteering email Kimberly@BlueWaterFoundation.org to sign up.

Find on Google Map: 1 Seawall Way, Berkeley CA

Sail on Bear with Lincoln HS (Golden Bear)

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Thursday, November 6, 10:30AM to 2:30PM

Sail on Golden Bear with students from Lincoln High School.

San Francisco Marina
Find on Google Map: 37°48'25.0"N 122°26'27.6"W

Alameda County Probation-Sweeney (Benjamin Walters)

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Friday, November 7, 8:00AM to 4:00PM

Weather permitting, we sail to Angel Island with dinghy and go ashore. Show up early to get the inflatable ready to go.

Berkeley Marina
Find on Google Map: 37°51'57.3"N 122°19'02.6"W