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Aquatic Park Lagoon Reopens for Swimming

Published: December, 2006 The park has been monitoring the area from shore and by boat and, so far, no additional aggressive marine mammal behavior has been observed, and the swim clubs in Aquatic Park have not reported any new incidents. Although the lagoon has re-opened to swimmers, the park’s recreational users should be aware that […]

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Using 511 Services for Travel Assistance During Holiday Season

Published: December, 2006 Among the most popular 511 features for holiday travelers is Driving TimesSM, which delivers on-demand information about point-to-point travel times on the Bay Area freeway network. The 511 Airport option is also popular, and contains information about traffic conditions, parking rates and ground transportation at the San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose and […]

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Rolls-Royce of Marine Lifts Raises Yacht Servicing Bar

Published: December, 2006 ALAMEDA — Bay Ship & Yacht, Co., which serves the superyacht market, has announced the completion of their Rolls-Royce Marine Syncrolift® installation. The company currently operates 1,200 feet of shore side berths and one floating dry dock with a capacity of 2800-tons. With the addition of the Syncrolift®, Bay Ship &Yacht will […]

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The 30th Annual Lighted Yacht Parade

Published: December, 2006 Winter Wonderland is this year’s theme for parade. Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place for Best Decorated Power Boat and Best Decorated Sail Boat. A grand prize will be awarded for Best Overall Decorated Boat. Judges will evaluate boats based on: representation of this year’s theme, the number […]

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Dockside Dwelling

By Denise DohognePublished: December, 2006 If you’ve ever witnessed, first-hand, a lighted boat parade during the Holiday Season, then you know just how magical and spirit-filled these traditional yacht club events can be. For those of you who’ve missed all the fun and excitement, you’re definitely in for a treat. The evening begins just after […]

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Thaddeus’ Ruminations

Published: December, 2006 For 30 years my family has been farming the same land in a manner different from conventional farming methods. In the beginning there was not a term that represented our style of agriculture. Growing crops in a manner that eliminated the need for chemicals while maximizing sustainable use of the land was […]

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Dungeness Crab: Pull and Crack ‘em Yourself

By George CarvalhoPublished: December, 2006 Kevin and Bryan Gorman prefer to personally pluck their crabs from the sea. They love taking their boat just outside the Golden Gate Bridge for crabbing. And after five years of doing so, they’ve honed their technique to perfection. What do these DIY crabbers say is the secret to their […]

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Around the Bay in December

Published: December, 2006 Nature of Winter Ponit Reyes Bed & BreakfastGet out and see the animals. Take advantage of the Whales and Wildlife seasonal promotion being offered the Point Reyes B&Bs – a mid-week, stay 2 nights – get the 3rd night free (no holidays). Reservations required. Don’t forget your spotting scope or binoculars to […]