Opening Day on the Bay 2024- Schooner Freda B

Opening Day on the Bay is an annual celebration of the maritime community on the San Francisco Bay. It typically marks the start of the warmer months when boaters, sailors, and maritime enthusiasts come together to enjoy the waters and partake in various festivities. Join us aboard the traditional Schooner Freda B for the festivities: the blessing of the fleet, parade, and sail.

It typically marks the start of the warmer months when boaters, sailors, and maritime enthusiasts come together to enjoy the waters and partake in various festivities.

This is one of the most popular days of sailing on the San Francisco Bay so secure your tickets early!

Mimosas & Gourmet Picnic Lunch included!

This event sells out every year. Please secure your tickets early!

Schooner Freda B is a sea kind 80' gaff rigged coastal schooner, making her one of the San Francisco Bay's most comfortable and traditional vessels to sail. Experience the romance of yesteryear with a local, licensed Captain and Professional Crew.

Schedule

Boarding: 10:15 am

Departure: 10:30 am

Return: 2:00 pm

On Deck Bar and Provisions:

Deck Bar is open- accepting cash and credit cards. No outside food or beverage is permitted aboard.

Premium Non-Alcoholic: $5 per bottle/can/mug

California Beer: $ 8 per bottle

House Bubbles and Mimosas: $12 per glass

Napa / Sonoma / Import Wine: $14 per glass

Adult Coffee or Hot Chocolate: $14 per mug

Salt Point Cocktails: $14 per can

Our Captain and crew strongly encourage our guests to support local SAUSALITO RESTAURANTS before boarding or upon return.

Parking and Location

Please plan on arriving early to find parking and the boat.

We recommend parking in one of the MUNICIPAL PARKING LOTS surrounding Sausalito Yacht Harbor. Parking costs between $2 and $4 per hour, and Parking Lot #3 (Google Maps) will be the most convenient.

Walk to 100 Bay Street in Sausalito and then continue walking north towards The Spinnaker Restaurant. You'll soon come across a wood boardwalk on your left that will lead you to our dock (look for the two red masts).

The Schooner Freda B is located at Sausalito Yacht Harbor, Slip 465, Sausalito, CA 94965 (searchable as "Schooner Freda B" on Google Maps).

If you are lost, see your ticket confirmation for the "boat phone" number to call.

SAUSALITO DIRECTIONS

What to Wear

Sailing on the San Francisco Bay offers ever-changing views and exciting microclimates. Weather can change in a minute. Windbreaker, warm base layer, gloves, hat, scarf, sunglasses, and comfortable shoes are strongly encouraged. NO HIGH HEELS!!

We can no longer offer blankets onboard, but you're welcome to bring your own!

Restroom

Freda B has a restroom on board. The restroom is available one at a time. We do recommend using shore facilities (link) as a priority prior to sailing. The restroom is disinfected by the crew after each use.

Tickets

Advanced reservation is required for all passengers, including babes in arms. Passengers 17 and under must be accompanied and always supervised by an adult. All tickets must be purchased in advance, and full contact information is required for all passengers.

Tickets are transferable up to 48 hours prior to sail. A new name and contact information associated with the ticket are required in order to create an accurate roster for the Coast Guard.

Groups of 6 or more

Private groups of 6 or more are encouraged to consider a private charter on San Francisco Bay.

CIMBA - 32' Grand Banks, downtown Sausalito, 2-10 guests

FREDA B - 80' Schooner, downtown Sausalito, 2-38 guests

For Your Safety

Freda B is a United States Coast Guard (USCG) inspected vessel and complies with all the latest regulations including personal floatation devices (PFDs), handrails, professional crew, raft, CPR/First Aid trained crew, Responsible Beverage Service (RBS) certified crew, and disinfectant/sanitization standards.

Freda B follows any and all USCG and Marin County Guidelines regarding any health crisis the county may be experiencing.

Multiple hand sanitizers are made available onboard for all guests to use freely.

Weather

Sailing on the San Francisco Bay is weather-dependent. We sail in most weather, including cold, wind, fog, and light showers. On occasion, we will need to reschedule a sail due to extreme wind or rain. If this is necessary, you will usually be notified within 24-48 hours of the scheduled sail.

If the Captain must cancel due to weather, our sales team will work with you to reschedule or refund your order. The Captain and Crew monitor the most sophisticated weather channels to make every effort to bring you information in the timeliest manner. We apologize in advance if the weather complicates any special occasion plans.

Guest Cancellation

Due to the popularity of this sail, we do not offer guests an option to cancel or reschedule within 7 days. If you need to cancel, please do so at least 1 week in advance. To cancel or transfer tickets to a friend or family member please contact the ticket desk at [email protected].weather-dependent

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