Programs

Traditional Wooden Boat Sailing 6/20/26

In this one-day introductory class, students will learn to sail the Charlie Merrill, a 17-foot traditional Swampscott Dory. The course covers the basics of small boat sailing, along with an introduction to tides and weather conditions on Richardson Bay. Students will also learn fundamental navigation skills, right-of-way rules, and general water safety practices .Additional topics include basic knot tying, traditional maritime terminology, and an introduction to seamanship on Richardson Bay. No prior sailing experience is required.

Note:

The Charlie Merrill is a narrow vessel, and boarding or disembarking requires a degree of balance and coordination. At times, participants may also need to move quickly from one side of the boat to the other.
If you have an injury or mobility limitations, this vessel may not be the best fit for instruction. However, we are happy to work with you to explore suitable alternatives. Please contact steve@cassgidley.org to discuss your needs, and we will do our best to help you get on the water.

Mission Statement for Sausalito Community Boating Center: Our mission is to preserve a gathering place on Sausalito’s waterfront to engage and educate the
public about our rich maritime history and small craft heritage through affordable direct experience.

Program Details
Field	Value
Program Type	Boating at SCBC
Program Subcategory	-
Program Code	-
Online Registration	Yes
Enrollment Begin Date	5/5/2026
Enrollment End Date	-
Instructor(s)	SCBC Instructors Sausalito Community Boating Center
Gender	Any Gender
Enrollment Minimum	2
Maximum	2
Grade Minimum
Maximum
Age Minimum	18 years Enforced - As of date 6/20/2026
Maximum	-

Program Fees
Standard Fee	Residency Restriction	Membership Restrictions	Amount
Resident	Resident Only	-None-	$200.00
Non-Resident	NonResident Only	-None-	$210.00

Program Schedule
Date	Day	Start Time	End Time	Location
06/19/2026	Friday	9:00 AM	3:00 PM	Sausalito Community Boating Center