Enjoy an exciting sail on tall ship Matthew Turner, with the breathtaking scenery of San Francisco Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and Angel Island.

Location

Matthew Turner is docked at the US Army Corps of Engineers Bay Model Visitor Center at 2100 Bridgeway in Sausalito, CA. Access to the parking lot and pier is via Marinship Way.

Parking

Free parking is available in the Bay Model Visitor Center lot. There will be an escort to walk you down the pier past the gate.

Check in begins 15 minutes before event starts

Please wait at the gate to the pier in front of Bay Model. A crew member will meet you there. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the start time as the ship will leave promptly at the start of the event.

Restrooms

We recommend using the restrooms at the Bay Model as a priority prior to sailing. They are located in eh round building in front of the Visitors Center. Matthew Turner has a public restroom on board, available for use one at a time.

What to Bring

Feel free to bring food and beverages. Beer and wine is allowed, if moderately enjoyed. No hard alcohol or smoking please.

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

Weather

We sail in most weather, including cold, wind, fog, and light showers. If we 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

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.

Refunds

No refunds within 7 days of the sail. No refunds if you miss the boat.

The Ship

Matthew Turner is a 132’ wooden brigantine, built in Sausalito, CA, launched in 2017 and sailing the Bay since 2020. She is an 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 school group or community organization.

Why Call of the Sea?

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

Contact the host of Sunset Sail on brigantine Matthew Turner 10/23/26