Belvedere Cove Classic Regatta on Matthew Turner

The Ship

Matthew Turner is a 132’ wooden brigantine, built in Sausalito, CA, launched in 2017 and sailing the Bay since 2020. She is a unique educational platform, serving students of all ages in Seamanship, Marie Science, Nautical History and Team Building instruction. Contact us to arrange an educational sail for a group.

Location

Matthew Turner will board passengers at the San Francisco Yacht Club, 98 Beach Rd., Belvedere, CA.  Parking available on nearby streets.

Check in begins 15 minutes before event starts

Please wait at the top of the ramp to the dock. There will be an escort to walk you down the pier to the ship.

Restrooms

We recommend using shore facilities at the yacht club as a priority prior to sailing. Matthew Turner has a public restroom on board, available for use one at a time.

Covid 19 Safety Protocol

Masks are recommended to access the interior spaces on the ship.

What is provided

We provide non-alcoholic beverages, snacks and gourmet sandwiches.

What to Bring

Bring a reusable water bottle to ensure you stay hydrated. You may bring additional food and non-alcoholic beverages.  

Dress in layers: a windbreaker, warm base layer, gloves, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen and comfortable shoes. No high heels are permitted.

Weather

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. You will be notified within 24 hours of the scheduled sail and we will work with you to reschedule or refund your order.

Tickets

A ticket is required for all passengers, including infants. Children 17 and under must be accompanied and supervised at all times by an adult.

Cancellation

We do not offer guests an option to cancel or reschedule within 7 days. No refunds if you miss the boat. Call of the Sea reserves the right to cancel a sail if that event does not meet our minimum capacity requirements. Call of the Sea will notify these customers at least 2 days prior to the event. Customers can reschedule for another sail or receive a full refund.

Why Call of the Sea?

We're a nonprofit supporting on-the-water environmental educational programs to youth. Community Sails are a great way to share our mission and to help lower costs for educational sails. If you are interested in youth field trips, please check out our website.

Can't make this sail? Check out our sailing calendar for other dates or treat a friend with a Gift Certificate

Fair winds