Pacific Inter-Club Yacht Association

10/29/2026

The Bay Model lives on!

🌊 CALIFORNIA ONCE BUILT A MINIATURE SAN FRANCISCO BAY TO TEST A RADICAL PLAN!

In the 1940s and 1950s, an extraordinary proposal threatened to permanently transform San Francisco Bay. The idea?

Build two enormous dams and convert much of the bay into freshwater reservoirs.
Before making such a dramatic change, engineers needed answers.

So they built an incredible working model inside a Sausalito warehouse.

The miniature bay eventually covered 1.5 acres, complete with flowing water and simulated tides.

Testing revealed serious flooding risks associated with the proposed dams. The massive construction project never happened.

And the extraordinary model still survives today.

Sometimes the biggest engineering decisions begin with a miniature world.

10/29/2026

As invasive golden mussels spread through California waterways, RBOC is pleased to provide this BoatUS update on how our national advocacy partner and recreational boating advocates are pushing for effective, consistent prevention measures that protect both the environment and boating access.

10/29/2026

Voters faced with Measure X and the development of the Sausalito waterfront want proof from the city council.

10/29/2026

Screengrab this post to your phone’s photos so it’s easy to find later. Sharing your high tide photos with the California King Tides Project helps us understand the impact of ocean levels on our communities.

Statewide Project Dates: November 24-26, 2026, December 23-25, 2026, & January 21-22, 2027

Northern California locations may also include: December 22, January 20, and/or January 23

https://www.coastal.ca.gov/kingtides/

With current conditions in mind, it is especially important to check and follow local and statewide safety guidelines during and after storms and high surf. Heed any emergency closures and warnings. Please do not seek king tide photos in your area unless you can do so safely.

Organized events will be posted throughout the season, so check back for more opportunities to gather and learn! Please prioritize safety, whether participating as an individual or part of a group event. If you would like to host an event, please email us at [email protected].

10/15/2026

are you an 80' fan? Dance the night away! OPYC - Oyster Point Yacht Club

10/14/2026

10/14/2026

San Mateo County Expired Marine Flare Collection Event, 10/25

Calling all residents and boaters who live in or berth their boat in San Mateo County (SMC)! If you have any expired marine flares that you'd like to dispose of, there will be a flare collection event in Half Moon Bay on October 25 from 10 AM - 2 PM. This event is free, but by appointment only - so be sure to call (650) 372-6200 or visit smchealth.org/hhw to make your appointment. You must provide proof of residency, boat berth, or business address in SMC to participate.

10/14/2026

LAST CHANCE TO RSVP! Don't Miss our Annual Management Conference at the Discovery Bay Yacht Club on Sat Oct 17th!

https://picya.org/event/PEVTf1WwBn

http://eepurl.com/VdzsBd3qqZ

10/14/2026

Calling all women racers!

Jill and Jack +1

Grab your crew and let’s race!

Skippers register on jibeset.net