Saturday, December 24, 2005


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Outlook summary: High E to ENE winds, flat seas inshore on Saturday. Highs near 70. Sunday light and variable wind, possible showers.

BTW - anyone have any idea what happened yesterday: rain in the morning and Santa Ana in the afternoon. All the old-timers tell me that moisture does not precede a Santa Ana.

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Current Warnings:

None (so far)
CLICK FOR All WARNINGS for Oxnard, Ventura, East Santa Barbara Channel

Ultraviolet (UVI) - Moderate
CLICK FOR FULL UV REPORT

Ventura Sun rise/set (approx) Thanksgiving Day
0647/1643


Moon: Waxing Gibbous, full on the 16th

Ventura Tides - big range
12/10/2005 Sat 05:20AM LST 5.5  H  12:13PM LST 0.8  L
05:56PM LST 3.7 H 11:28PM LST 1.3 L
12/11/2005 Sun 05:56AM LST 5.9 H 01:04PM LST 0.0 L
07:04PM LST 3.6 H
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Local Notice to Mariners
Survey vessels operating in Ventura vicinity with long tows. Operation from now until 30 Jan 06

Chart 18700 - Pt. Conception to Pt. Sur -changes to separation zone
Chart 1891 - Anacapa Passage - NEW CHART available on demand now, in print in 6 to 8 weeks.



SAFETY/SECURITY OF U. S. NAVAL VESSELS (REVISED)
The Coast Guard has established permanent regulations for the safety or security of U.S. Naval Vessels in the navigable waters of the Unit ed States. Effective
immediately Naval Vessel protection zones are established within 500 yards of any U.S. Naval Vessel. This includes any vessel owned, operated, chartered, or
leased by the U.S. Navy or under the operational control of the U.S. Navy. All vessels within 500 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel shall operate at the minimum
speed necessary to maintain a safe course and proceed as directed by the Official Patrol (a Coast Guard Commissioned, Warrant or Petty Officer; or the
Commanding Officer of a U.S. Naval Vessel or his or her designee). No vessel or person is allowed within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel, unless authorized
by the Official Patrol. Vessels requesting to pass within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval Vessel shall contact the Official Patrol on VHF-FM Ch 16. Violations of
these regulations may be prosecuted as a felony punishable by a fine or imprisonment

Security zone for SF Bay. Concerns mostly ships of 300 gross tons, but
security zones affect small boats.
Summarized - stay away from bridge abutments, large ships and ESPECIALLY
stand clear of naval vessels.

See also the complete light list, updated to latest LNM

Friday, December 23, 2005

Xmas Sailing Outlook for Ventura, Oxnard, Santa Barbara and Channel Islands




Outlook summary:

Friday...W TO NW WIND 10 TO 20 KT THIS MORNING...LOWERING TO 10 TO
15 KT IN THE AFTERNOON. WIND WAVES 1 TO 3 FT. W SWELL 6 TO 8 FT AT 13
SECONDS. FOG... LOCALLY DENSE WITH VSBY 1 NM OR LESS EARLY IN THE
MORNING.
.TONIGHT...NW WIND 10 TO 15 KT IN THE EVENING...BECOMING VARIABLE
10 KT OR LESS. WIND WAVES 2 FT OR LESS. W SWELL 4 TO 6 FT AT
13 SECONDS.
.SAT...WIND VARIABLE 10 KT OR LESS. WIND WAVES 2 FT OR LESS. W
SWELL 4 TO 6 FT AT 12 SECONDS.
.SAT NIGHT...WIND VARIABLE 10 KT OR LESS. WIND WAVES 2 FT OR LESS. W
SWELL 3 TO 5 FT.
.SUN...WIND VARIABLE 10 KT OR LESS...BECOMING W 10 TO 20 KT IN THE
AFTERNOON. WIND WAVES 1 TO 3 FT. W SWELL 5 TO 7 FT.
.SUN NIGHT...NW WIND 10 TO 20 KT. STRONGEST WESTERN PORTION
NEARSHORE. WIND WAVES 1 TO 3 FT. W SWELL 6 TO 8 FT.
.MON...NW WIND 10 TO 15 KT. WIND WAVES 2 FT OR LESS. W SWELL 6

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Current Warnings:

High surf warning in effect Fri morning. Expect cancellation later in day. Small Craft Advisories for outer waters
CLICK FOR All WARNINGS for Oxnard, Ventura, East Santa Barbara Channel

Ultraviolet (UVI) - Moderate
CLICK FOR FULL UV REPORT

Ventura Sun rise/set (approx) Xmas Day
0721/1657


Moon: Last Quarter

Ventura Tides -
2005-12-23  03:45 PST   4.06 feet  High Tide
2005-12-23 07:00 PST Sunrise
2005-12-23 09:58 PST 2.65 feet Low Tide
2005-12-23 11:38 PST Last Quarter
2005-12-23 11:55 PST Moonset
2005-12-23 14:29 PST 3.22 feet High Tide
2005-12-23 16:52 PST Sunset
2005-12-23 21:10 PST 1.38 feet Low Tide
2005-12-24 00:26 PST Moonrise
2005-12-24 04:19 PST 4.39 feet High Tide
2005-12-24 07:00 PST Sunrise
2005-12-24 11:15 PST 2.03 feet Low Tide
2005-12-24 12:18 PST Moonset
2005-12-24 16:15 PST 2.95 feet High Tide
2005-12-24 16:53 PST Sunset
2005-12-24 21:55 PST 1.71 feet Low Tide
2005-12-25 01:24 PST Moonrise
2005-12-25 04:51 PST 4.76 feet High Tide
2005-12-25 07:01 PST Sunrise
2005-12-25 12:08 PST 1.33 feet Low Tide
2005-12-25 12:44 PST Moonset
2005-12-25 16:53 PST Sunset
2005-12-25 17:46 PST 2.94 feet High Tide
2005-12-25 22:40 PST 1.99 feet Low Tide
2005-12-26 02:25 PST Moonrise
2005-12-26 05:23 PST 5.17 feet High Tide
2005-12-26 07:01 PST Sunrise
2005-12-26 12:50 PST 0.61 feet Low Tide
2005-12-26 13:13 PST Moonset
2005-12-26 16:54 PST Sunset
2005-12-26 18:55 PST 3.08 feet High Tide
2005-12-26 23:26 PST 2.18 feet Low Tide
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Local Notice to Mariners
New Coast Pilot due very soon. Originally slated for Nov.Should be available soon. Will post link when available.
Survey vessels operating in Ventura vicinity with long tows. Operation from now until 30 Jan 06

Chart 18700 - Pt. Conception to Pt. Sur -changes to separation zone
Chart 1891 - Anacapa Passage - NEW CHART available on demand now, in print in 6 to 8 weeks.



SAFETY/SECURITY OF U. S. NAVAL VESSELS (REVISED)
The Coast Guard has established permanent regulations for the safety or security of U.S. Naval Vessels in the navigable waters of the Unit ed States. Effective
immediately Naval Vessel protection zones are established within 500 yards of any U.S. Naval Vessel. This includes any vessel owned, operated, chartered, or
leased by the U.S. Navy or under the operational control of the U.S. Navy. All vessels within 500 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel shall operate at the minimum
speed necessary to maintain a safe course and proceed as directed by the Official Patrol (a Coast Guard Commissioned, Warrant or Petty Officer; or the
Commanding Officer of a U.S. Naval Vessel or his or her designee). No vessel or person is allowed within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel, unless authorized
by the Official Patrol. Vessels requesting to pass within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval Vessel shall contact the Official Patrol on VHF-FM Ch 16. Violations of
these regulations may be prosecuted as a felony punishable by a fine or imprisonment

Security zone for SF Bay. Concerns mostly ships of 300 gross tons, but
security zones affect small boats.
Summarized - stay away from bridge abutments, large ships and ESPECIALLY
stand clear of naval vessels.

See also the complete light list, updated to latest LNM

Sunday, December 04, 2005

12/4 Sailing Outlook for Ventura, Oxnard, Santa Barbara and Channel Islands


Gift certificates available - call 805. 750.7828 for gift certificates for sailing lessons and cruises.

Outlook summary: High winds, flat seas inshore

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Current Warnings:

Small craft advisory
CLICK FOR All WARNINGS for Oxnard, Ventura, East Santa Barbara Channel

Ultraviolet (UVI) - Moderate
CLICK FOR FULL UV REPORT

Ventura Sun rise/set (approx) Thanksgiving Day
0642/1643


Moon: First Quarter

Ventura Tides - big range
12/04/2005 Sun 03:54AM LST 2.7  L  10:14AM LST 6.3  H 
06:04PM LST -0.9 L
12/05/2005 Mon 01:01AM LST 3.5 H 04:54AM LST 2.9 L
11:07AM LST 5.8 H 07:01PM LST -0.6 L
12/06/2005 Tue 02:08AM LST 3.7 H 06:18AM LST 3.0 L
12:11PM LST 5.2 H 07:59PM LST -0.3 L
click for complete tables including Channel Islands

Local Notice to Mariners
Survey vessels operating in Ventura vicinity with long tows. Operation from now until 30 Jan 06

Chart 18700 - Pt. Conception to Pt. Sur -changes to separation zone
Chart 1891 - Anacapa Passage - NEW CHART available on demand now, in print in 6 to 8 weeks.



SAFETY/SECURITY OF U. S. NAVAL VESSELS (REVISED)
The Coast Guard has established permanent regulations for the safety or security of U.S. Naval Vessels in the navigable waters of the Unit ed States. Effective
immediately Naval Vessel protection zones are established within 500 yards of any U.S. Naval Vessel. This includes any vessel owned, operated, chartered, or
leased by the U.S. Navy or under the operational control of the U.S. Navy. All vessels within 500 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel shall operate at the minimum
speed necessary to maintain a safe course and proceed as directed by the Official Patrol (a Coast Guard Commissioned, Warrant or Petty Officer; or the
Commanding Officer of a U.S. Naval Vessel or his or her designee). No vessel or person is allowed within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel, unless authorized
by the Official Patrol. Vessels requesting to pass within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval Vessel shall contact the Official Patrol on VHF-FM Ch 16. Violations of
these regulations may be prosecuted as a felony punishable by a fine or imprisonment

Security zone for SF Bay. Concerns mostly ships of 300 gross tons, but
security zones affect small boats.
Summarized - stay away from bridge abutments, large ships and ESPECIALLY
stand clear of naval vessels.

See also the complete light list, updated to latest LNM


Thursday, November 24, 2005

Thanksgiving Weekend outlook


















Gift certificates available
- call 805. 750.7828 for gift certificates for sailing lessons and cruises.

Outlook summary: Heavy fog in morning followed by partly cloudy skies. Winds variable, but could increase later in weekend.

SailTime Channel Islands sponsoring Heavy Wx sailing
If you've never rigged a jackline, or haven't hooked up to one - call Capt. Dan at 805.750.7828 and you'll get to do all of that plus learn techniques for driving in high seas, reefing etc. etc.

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Current Warnings:

Small craft advisory outer waters through Friday
CLICK FOR All WARNINGS for Oxnard, Ventura, East Santa Barbara Channel

Ultraviolet (UVI) - Moderate (UV 3) (It's zero in San Francisco)
CLICK FOR FULL UV REPORT

Ventura Sun rise/set (approx) Thanksgiving Day
0633/1645


Moon: Waning Last Quarter

Ventura Tide
11/24/2005 Thu 05:19AM LST 4.2  H  11:06AM LST 2.8  L
03:53PM LST 3.7 H 10:46PM LST 1.0 L
11/25/2005 Fri 05:38AM LST 4.5 H 11:55AM LST 2.1 L
05:06PM LST 3.6 H 11:21PM LST 1.2 L
11/26/2005 Sat 05:57AM LST 4.8 H 12:33PM LST 1.5 L
06:05PM LST 3.6 H 11:52PM LST 1.4 L
click for complete tables including Channel Islands

Local Notice to Mariners
Survey vessels operating in Ventura vicinity with long tows. Operation from now until 30 Jan 06

Chart 18700 - Pt. Conception to Pt. Sur -changes to separation zone
Chart 1891 - Anacapa Passage - NEW CHART available on demand now, in print in 6 to 8 weeks.



SAFETY/SECURITY OF U. S. NAVAL VESSELS (REVISED)
The Coast Guard has established permanent regulations for the safety or security of U.S. Naval Vessels in the navigable waters of the Unit ed States. Effective
immediately Naval Vessel protection zones are established within 500 yards of any U.S. Naval Vessel. This includes any vessel owned, operated, chartered, or
leased by the U.S. Navy or under the operational control of the U.S. Navy. All vessels within 500 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel shall operate at the minimum
speed necessary to maintain a safe course and proceed as directed by the Official Patrol (a Coast Guard Commissioned, Warrant or Petty Officer; or the
Commanding Officer of a U.S. Naval Vessel or his or her designee). No vessel or person is allowed within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel, unless authorized
by the Official Patrol. Vessels requesting to pass within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval Vessel shall contact the Official Patrol on VHF-FM Ch 16. Violations of
these regulations may be prosecuted as a felony punishable by a fine or imprisonment

Security zone for SF Bay. Concerns mostly ships of 300 gross tons, but
security zones affect small boats.
Summarized - stay away from bridge abutments, large ships and ESPECIALLY
stand clear of naval vessels.

See also the complete light list, updated to latest LNM


Friday, November 18, 2005

11/18-20 Sailing Outlook for Ventura, Oxnard, Santa Barbara and Channel Islands


Gift certificates available - call 805. 750.7828 for gift certificates for sailing lessons and cruises.

Outlook summary: NE Winds 15-25 with small craft advisory Friday. Winds decreasing throughout weekend. Seas to 5 feet.

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If you've never rigged a jackline, or haven't hooked up to one - call Capt. Dan at 805.750.7828 and you'll get to do all of that plus learn techniques for driving in high seas, reefing etc. etc.

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Current Warnings:

High surf and high seas in outter waters
CLICK FOR All WARNINGS for Oxnard, Ventura, East Santa Barbara Channel

Ultraviolet (UVI) - Moderate (UV 4)
CLICK FOR FULL UV REPORT

Ventura Sun rise/set (approx) Saturday
0627/1647


Moon: Waning Last Quarter

Ventura Tide
12/18/2005 Sun 03:48AM LST 2.8  L
09:58AM LST 5.7 H 05:43PM LST -0.4 L
12/19/2005 Mon 12:37AM LST 3.4 H
04:28AM LST 2.9 L

10:35AM LST 5.3 H
06:23PM LST -0.1 L
12/20/2005 Tue 01:28AM LST 3.5 H
05:19AM LST 3.0 L
11:14AM LST 4.8 H
07:04PM LST 0.3 L
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Local Notice to Mariners
Dredging continues in Santa Barbara Harbor
Chart 18700 - Pt. Conception to Pt. Sur -changes to separation zone
Chart 1891 - Anacapa Passage - NEW CHART available on demand now, in print in 6 to 8 weeks.



SAFETY/SECURITY OF U. S. NAVAL VESSELS (REVISED)
The Coast Guard has established permanent regulations for the safety or security of U.S. Naval Vessels in the navigable waters of the Unit ed States. Effective
immediately Naval Vessel protection zones are established within 500 yards of any U.S. Naval Vessel. This includes any vessel owned, operated, chartered, or
leased by the U.S. Navy or under the operational control of the U.S. Navy. All vessels within 500 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel shall operate at the minimum
speed necessary to maintain a safe course and proceed as directed by the Official Patrol (a Coast Guard Commissioned, Warrant or Petty Officer; or the
Commanding Officer of a U.S. Naval Vessel or his or her designee). No vessel or person is allowed within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel, unless authorized
by the Official Patrol. Vessels requesting to pass within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval Vessel shall contact the Official Patrol on VHF-FM Ch 16. Violations of
these regulations may be prosecuted as a felony punishable by a fine or imprisonment

Security zone for SF Bay. Concerns mostly ships of 300 gross tons, but
security zones affect small boats.
Summarized - stay away from bridge abutments, large ships and ESPECIALLY
stand clear of naval vessels.

See also the complete light list, updated to latest LNM


Thursday, November 10, 2005

11/10-12 updated Sailing Outlook for Ventura, Oxnard, Santa Barbara and Channel Islands


We're working on a cruising guide to Santa Cruz, Anacapa and (perhaps) beyond. Above you see one of Randy Chapman's pictures of Potato Harbor at Santa Cruz Island. We can still use more, particularly of Coches Prietas, Alberts and surrounding area.

Outlook summary: Nice, really nice Saturday (mid-60's at beach), winds to 20, tapering off Sunday.

SailTime Channel Islands sponsoring Heavy Wx sailing
If you've never rigged a jackline, or haven't hoolked up to one - call Capt. Dan at 805.750.7828 and you'll get to do all of that plus learn techniques for driving in high seas, reefing etc. etc.

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Current Warnings:

High surf and high seas in outter waters
CLICK FOR All WARNINGS for Oxnard, Ventura, East Santa Barbara Channel

Ultraviolet (UVI) - Moderate (UV 4)
CLICK FOR FULL UV REPORT

Ventura Sun rise/set (approx) Saturday
0621/1652


Moon: Waxing First Quarter: 1359 rise 0030 set

Ventura Tide
11/11/2005 Fri 06:03AM LST 5.2  H  12:17PM LST 1.3  L  05:56PM LST 4.6  H
11/12/2005 Sat 12:11AM LST 0.4 L 06:32AM LST 5.7 H 01:05PM LST 0.5 L
06:54PM LST 4.5 H
11/13/2005 Sun 12:47AM LST 0.8 L 07:02AM LST 6.1 H 01:49PM LST -0.2 L
07:47PM LST 4.4 H
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Local Notice to Mariners
Chart 18700 - Pt. Conception to Pt. Sur -changes to separation zone
Chart 1891 - Anacapa Passage - NEW CHART available on demand now, in print in 6 to 8 weeks.



SAFETY/SECURITY OF U. S. NAVAL VESSELS (REVISED)
The Coast Guard has established permanent regulations for the safety or security of U.S. Naval Vessels in the navigable waters of the Unit ed States. Effective
immediately Naval Vessel protection zones are established within 500 yards of any U.S. Naval Vessel. This includes any vessel owned, operated, chartered, or
leased by the U.S. Navy or under the operational control of the U.S. Navy. All vessels within 500 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel shall operate at the minimum
speed necessary to maintain a safe course and proceed as directed by the Official Patrol (a Coast Guard Commissioned, Warrant or Petty Officer; or the
Commanding Officer of a U.S. Naval Vessel or his or her designee). No vessel or person is allowed within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel, unless authorized
by the Official Patrol. Vessels requesting to pass within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval Vessel shall contact the Official Patrol on VHF-FM Ch 16. Violations of
these regulations may be prosecuted as a felony punishable by a fine or imprisonment

Security zone for SF Bay. Concerns mostly ships of 300 gross tons, but
security zones affect small boats.
Summarized - stay away from bridge abutments, large ships and ESPECIALLY
stand clear of naval vessels.

See also the complete light list, updated to latest LNM


Friday, November 04, 2005

11/4-6 updated Sailing Outlook for Ventura, Oxnard, Santa Barbara and Channel Islands

We're STILL putting together a cruising guide to Santa Cruz Island. Thanks to Randy Chapman and Bill Varie for their fine photos. We can still use more, particularly of Coches Prietas, Alberts and surrounding area.

Outlook summary: Nice, really nice Saturday (mid-60's at beach), winds to 20, tapering off Sunday.

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Current Warnings:

Small Craft Advisory in waters west of Santa Cruz/Pt. Conception. Possible advisory East Channel Friday night.
CLICK FOR All WARNINGS for Oxnard, Ventura, East Santa Barbara Channel

Ultraviolet (UVI) - Moderate (UV 5)
CLICK FOR FULL UV REPORT

Ventura Sun rise/set (approx) Saturday
0614/1657


Moon: Waxing New (i.e. just a sliver) Rises in morning, sets at about 1900.
Ventura Tide
11/04/2005 Fri 03:18AM LST 2.3  L  09:36AM LST 6.1  H
05:14PM LST -0.4 L 11:50PM LST 3.3 H
11/05/2005 Sat 03:46AM LST 2.7 L 10:15AM LST 6.0 H
06:13PM LST -0.3 L
11/06/2005 Sun 01:21AM LST 3.2 H 04:21AM LST 3.0 L
11:05AM LST 5.6 H 07:23PM LST -0.1 L
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Local Notice to Mariners
• Dredging in Santa Barbara Harbor


SAFETY/SECURITY OF U. S. NAVAL VESSELS (REVISED)
The Coast Guard has established permanent regulations for the safety or security of U.S. Naval Vessels in the navigable waters of the Unit ed States. Effective
immediately Naval Vessel protection zones are established within 500 yards of any U.S. Naval Vessel. This includes any vessel owned, operated, chartered, or
leased by the U.S. Navy or under the operational control of the U.S. Navy. All vessels within 500 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel shall operate at the minimum
speed necessary to maintain a safe course and proceed as directed by the Official Patrol (a Coast Guard Commissioned, Warrant or Petty Officer; or the
Commanding Officer of a U.S. Naval Vessel or his or her designee). No vessel or person is allowed within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel, unless authorized
by the Official Patrol. Vessels requesting to pass within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval Vessel shall contact the Official Patrol on VHF-FM Ch 16. Violations of
these regulations may be prosecuted as a felony punishable by a fine or imprisonment

Security zone for SF Bay. Concerns mostly ships of 300 gross tons, but
security zones affect small boats.
Summarized - stay away from bridge abutments, large ships and ESPECIALLY
stand clear of naval vessels.

See also the complete light list, updated to latest LNM


Saturday, October 29, 2005

10/29 & 30 Sailing Outlook for Ventura, Oxnard, Santa Barbara and Channel Islands

We're STILL putting together a cruising guide to Santa Cruz Island. We'd like your input on your favorite anchorages as well as places to avoid and hazards you've encountered.
Please send digital photos, too.

Outlook summary: Warm (near 70 at beach), winds about 10, moderate seas.

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Current Warnings:

Small Craft Advisory in outter waters.
CLICK FOR All WARNINGS for Oxnard, Ventura, East Santa Barbara Channel

Ultraviolet (UVI) - Moderate (UV 5)
CLICK FOR FULL UV REPORT

Ventura Sun rise/set (approx) Saturday
0609/1703


Moon: new (i.e. no) moon Sunday

Ventura Tide
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11/29/2005 Tue 12:51AM LST 1.8  L  07:06AM LST 6.0  H
02:19PM LST -0.3 L 08:29PM LST 3.7 H
11/30/2005 Wed 01:22AM LST 2.0 L 07:36AM LST 6.3 H
02:57PM LST -0.7 L 09:15PM LST 3.7 H
Local Notice to Mariners
• Dredging in Santa Barbara Harbor
• Yellow Research buoys, white 2 Fl, temporarily located within one mile of entrance to Port Hueneme.

SAFETY/SECURITY OF U. S. NAVAL VESSELS (REVISED)
The Coast Guard has established permanent regulations for the safety or security of U.S. Naval Vessels in the navigable waters of the Unit ed States. Effective
immediately Naval Vessel protection zones are established within 500 yards of any U.S. Naval Vessel. This includes any vessel owned, operated, chartered, or
leased by the U.S. Navy or under the operational control of the U.S. Navy. All vessels within 500 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel shall operate at the minimum
speed necessary to maintain a safe course and proceed as directed by the Official Patrol (a Coast Guard Commissioned, Warrant or Petty Officer; or the
Commanding Officer of a U.S. Naval Vessel or his or her designee). No vessel or person is allowed within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel, unless authorized
by the Official Patrol. Vessels requesting to pass within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval Vessel shall contact the Official Patrol on VHF-FM Ch 16. Violations of
these regulations may be prosecuted as a felony punishable by a fine or imprisonment

Security zone for SF Bay. Concerns mostly ships of 300 gross tons, but
security zones affect small boats.
Summarized - stay away from bridge abutments, large ships and ESPECIALLY
stand clear of naval vessels.

See also the complete light list, updated to latest LNM


Friday, October 21, 2005

10/21 - 23 Sailing Outlook for Ventura, Oxnard, Santa Barbara and Channel Islands

We're putting together a cruising guide to Santa Cruz Island. We'd like your input on your favorite anchorages as well as places to avoid and hazards you've encountered.
Please send digital photos, too.

Outlook summary: Serious fog in a.m. winds light and variable, seas moderate. Clearing in afternoons, winds increasing to 10 or so.

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Current Warnings:

Dense fog
CLICK FOR All WARNINGS for Oxnard, Ventura, East Santa Barbara Channel

Ultraviolet (UVI) - Moderate (UV 4)
CLICK FOR FULL UV REPORT

Ventura Sun rise/set (approx) Saturday
0702/1812


Moon: waning gibbous

Ventura Tide
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10/21/2005 Fri 01:10AM LDT 3.4  H  05:20AM LDT 2.7  L
11:43AM LDT 5.6 H 07:37PM LDT 0.2 L
10/22/2005 Sat 02:53AM LDT 3.2 H 05:36AM LDT 3.1 L
12:23PM LDT 5.1 H 08:52PM LDT 0.6 L
10/23/2005 Sun 01:20PM LDT 4.6 H 10:18PM LDT 0.7 L
Local Notice to Mariners
Yellow Research buoys, white 2 Fl, temporarily located within one mile of entrance to Port Hueneme.

SAFETY/SECURITY OF U. S. NAVAL VESSELS (REVISED)
The Coast Guard has established permanent regulations for the safety or security of U.S. Naval Vessels in the navigable waters of the Unit ed States. Effective
immediately Naval Vessel protection zones are established within 500 yards of any U.S. Naval Vessel. This includes any vessel owned, operated, chartered, or
leased by the U.S. Navy or under the operational control of the U.S. Navy. All vessels within 500 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel shall operate at the minimum
speed necessary to maintain a safe course and proceed as directed by the Official Patrol (a Coast Guard Commissioned, Warrant or Petty Officer; or the
Commanding Officer of a U.S. Naval Vessel or his or her designee). No vessel or person is allowed within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval vessel, unless authorized
by the Official Patrol. Vessels requesting to pass within 100 yards of a U.S. Naval Vessel shall contact the Official Patrol on VHF-FM Ch 16. Violations of
these regulations may be prosecuted as a felony punishable by a fine or imprisonment

Security zone for SF Bay. Concerns mostly ships of 300 gross tons, but
security zones affect small boats.
Summarized - stay away from bridge abutments, large ships and ESPECIALLY
stand clear of naval vessels.

See also the complete light list, updated to latest LNM


Saturday, October 15, 2005

10/15 & 16 Sailing Outlook for Ventura, Oxnard, Santa Barbara and Channel Islands

Sunset at Morse Point - SW side of Santa Cruz


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Current Warnings:

Gale warnings in outer waters. Possible Small Craft advisory for high winds in shore later on Saturday. Possible showers on coast on Saturday.

CLICK FOR All WARNINGS for Oxnard, Ventura, East Santa Barbara Channel

Sailing Weather Outlook: Sporty winds, possible showers near coast on Saturday with temps in high 60's/low 70's.

Ultraviolet (UVI) - Moderate (UV 5)

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Ventura Sun rise/set (approx) Saturday
0657/1819


Moon: Full

Ventura Tide - Spring Tides
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10/15/2005 Sat 02:26AM LDT -0.1 L  08:38AM LDT 5.7  H 
02:51PM LDT 0.4 L 08:47PM LDT 5.5 H

10/16/2005 Sun 02:59AM LDT 0.2 L 09:06AM LDT 6.1 H
03:35PM LDT -0.1 L 09:34PM LDT 5.2 H

10/17/2005 Mon 03:30AM LDT 0.6 L 09:36AM LDT 6.3 H
04:18PM LDT -0.4 L 10:22PM LDT 4.8 H
Local Notice to Mariners
Pt Conception light relighted
Ventura north jetty light #7 relighted

numerous changes to submarie cables in Southern California

Security zone for SF Bay. Concerns mostly ships of 300 gross tons, but
security zones affect small boats.
Summarized - stay away from bridge abutments, large ships and ESPECIALLY
stand clear of naval vessels.

See also the complete light list, updated to latest LNM

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Updated Nautical Dictionary (from most recent Local Notice Mariners)

Last week's question: EST - Established Aid


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What does EXT mean?

Saturday, October 08, 2005

10/8 & 9 Sailing Condtions Oxnard, Ventura, Channel Islands

Returning to Channel Islands Harbor just ahead of a glorious Fall Sunset

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Current Warnings:

High winds, particularly in outer waters. In-shore forecast to 25 knots. Click below for details.

CLICK FOR All WARNINGS for Oxnard, Ventura, East Santa Barbara Channel

Sailing Weather Outlook: Sporty winds, possibly overcast with temps in high 60's/low 70's. Low clouds in morning, but clearing in afternoon.

Ultraviolet (UVI) - HIGH (UV 6)

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Ventura Sun rise/set (approx) Saturday
0652/1828


Moon: 1st Quarter

Ventura Tide
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10/08/2005 Sat 01:46AM LDT 3.1  H  05:25AM LDT 2.7  L 
12:16PM LDT 5.4 H 08:34PM LDT 0.6 L

10/09/2005 Sun 01:18PM LDT 5.1 H 10:10PM LDT 0.5 L
10/10/2005 Mon 02:58PM LDT 4.9 H 11:30PM LDT 0.2 L
Local Notice to Mariners
New submarine cable added to local charts.
Surveying near Channel Islands and Ventura harbors. Click link above for details.

See also the complete light list, updated to latest LNM

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Updated Nautical Dictionary (from most recent Local Notice Mariners)

Last week's question: EST - Established Aid


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What does EXT mean?

Friday, September 30, 2005

9/30 - 10/2 Sailing Condtions Oxnard, Ventura, Channel Islands


Wedding ceremony aboard Wiley

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Current Warnings:

Possible dense fog in coastal areas

CLICK FOR All WARNINGS for Oxnard, Ventura, East Santa Barbara Channel

Sailing Weather Outlook: Highs 70's Friday, decreasing to 60's Sat, and Sun, wind variable in a.m. to 10 knots, then West 10-15 in afternoon
Sat., lower winds Sunday. Fog in morning.

Ultraviolet (UVI) - HIGH

CLICK FOR FULL UV REPORT


Ventura Sun rise/set (approx) Saturday
0646/1839


Ventura Tide
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09/30/2005 Fri 02:46AM LDT 0.2  L  09:01AM LDT 4.7  H  02:44PM LDT 1.6  L 
08:34PM LDT 5.3 H
10/01/2005 Sat 03:08AM LDT 0.3  L  09:17AM LDT 4.9  H  03:14PM LDT 1.2  L 
09:06PM LDT 5.2 H

10/02/2005 Sun 03:29AM LDT 0.5 L 09:34AM LDT 5.2 H 03:45PM LDT 0.9 L
09:39PM LDT 5.1 H
Local Notice to Mariners
New submarine cable added to local charts.
Surveying near Channel Islands and Ventura harbors. Click link above for details.

See also the complete light list, updated to latest LNM

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Updated Nautical Dictionary (from most recent Local Notice Mariners)

Last week's question: EST - Established Aid


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What does EXT mean?

Saturday, September 24, 2005

9/24 & 25 Sailing Condtions Oxnard, Ventura, Channel Islands

Jean Luc of Le Petit Cafe, Bakery, Restaurant and Wendy
enjoy Zee Basket aboard Wiley.


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Current Warnings:

Small craft advisory in outer waters.

CLICK FOR All WARNINGS for Oxnard, Ventura, East Santa Barbara Channel

Sailing Weather Outlook: Highs 60's, wind variable in a.m. to 15 in afternoon
Sat., lower winds Sunday. Fog in morning.

Ultraviolet (UVI) - HIGH

CLICK FOR FULL UV REPORT


Ventura Sun rise/set (approx) Saturday
0642/1847


Ventura Tide
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09/24/2005 Sat 02:25PM LDT 4.7  H  11:14PM LDT 0.8  L

09/25/2005 Sun 07:44AM LDT 3.6 H 10:07AM LDT 3.6 L
04:08PM LDT 4.5 H

09/26/2005 Mon 12:28AM LDT 0.6 L 07:56AM LDT 3.9 H
12:13PM LDT 3.4 L 05:38PM LDT 4.6 H

Local Notice to Mariners
Surveying near Channel Islands and Ventura harbors. Click link above for details.

See also the complete light list, updated to latest LNM

Contest Contest Contest Contest

Updated Nautical Dictionary (from most recent Local Notice Mariners)

Last week's question:
DMGD -- daybeacon damaged

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What does EST mean? (Hint: it's not established or Eastern Standard time)

Friday, September 16, 2005

9/16-9/18 Sailing Condtions Oxnard, Ventura, Channel Islands

Lunch for two by Jean Luc of Le Petit Cafe Bakery Restaurant -- the best in Ventura!

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Warnings:

Small craft advisory in outer waters.
High surf warning:
DAY ONE THROUGH DAY TW
TODAY AND SATURDAY

...HIGH SURF AND COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FRIDAY
THROUGH SATURDAY NIGHT..

LARGE...LONG PERIOD SWELLS FROM A STORM IN THE SOUTHERN HEMISPHERE
WILL MOVE THROUGH OUR COASTAL WATERS TODAY AND SATURDAY. LAST NIGHT
AT HIGH TIDE...HIGH WAVES IN MALIBU DAMAGED AT LEAST ONE HOME AND
SOME RETAINING WALLS. SINCE TIDES WILL BE HIGHER TONIGHT AND AGAIN
SATURDAY NIGHT...THE POTENTIAL IS EVEN GREATER FOR MORE COASTAL
FLOODING WITH DAMAGE ALONG SOUTH FACING BEACHES. ALSO...THESE LARGE
SWELLS WILL PRODUCE HIGH SURF CONDITIONS WITH BREAKERS IN EXCESS OF
10 FEET. THESE SURF CONDITIONS WILL BE ACCOMPANIED BY POWERFUL RIP
CURRENTS MAKING IT EVEN MORE DANGEROUS TO VISIT LOCAL BEACHES.
Note- neither CI nor Ventura Harbor Patrol report difficult conditions at
harbor entrances as of Friday morning. If in doubt, call on #16.
CLICK FOR All WARNINGS for Oxnard, Ventura, East Santa Barbara Channel

Sailing Weather Outlook: Highs 60's, wind variable in a.m. to 15 in afternoon.
Seas increasing to 4 feet Fri and possibly 5 on Saturday.

Friday:
Sunny after areas of morning low clouds and fog.
Highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s.
Wind 10-20


Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s.


Ultraviolet (UVI) - HIGH
CLICK FOR FULL UV REPORT


Ventura Sun rise/set (approx) Saturday
0637/1857


Ventura Tide
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10/16/2005 Sun 02:59AM LDT 0.2  L  09:06AM LDT 6.1  H  03:35PM LDT -0.1 L
09:34PM LDT 5.2 H

10/17/2005 Mon 03:30AM LDT 0.6 L 09:36AM LDT 6.3 H 04:18PM LDT -0.4 L
10:22PM LDT 4.8 H

10/18/2005 Tue 04:00AM LDT 1.1 L 10:06AM LDT 6.4 H 05:02PM LDT -0.5 L
11:10PM LDT 4.4 H

10/19/2005 Wed 04:29AM LDT 1.7 L 10:36AM LDT 6.3 H 05:48PM LDT -0.4 L

Local Notice to Mariners
Surveying near Channel Islands and Ventura harbors. Click link above for details

See also the complete light list, updated to latest LNM

Contest Contest Contest Contest

Updated Nautical Dictionary (from most recent Local Notice Mariners)

Last week's question:
DBN IMCH -- daybeacon Improper Characteristic (sounds naughty, doesn't it?)

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What is DMGD? (not as obvious as you'd guess)

Friday, September 09, 2005

9 - 12 Sept. Sailing Outlook for Ventura, Oxnard, Santa Barbara and Channel Islands

Our pals at Sailtime have a brand-new toy. (It reads right on starboard tack.)

Sailtime will offer several clinics to acquaint members with using the new assymetrical spinnaker. Call Capt. Dan 805.750.7828 to schedule.

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Warnings:

Small craft advisory in outer waters.
CLICK FOR All WARNINGS for Oxnard, Ventura, East Santa Barbara Channel

Sailing Weather Outlook: Patchy fog in mornings
10-20 knots a.m. hours

Friday:
Sunny after areas of morning low clouds and fog.
Highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s.
Wind 10-20

Friday night:
Clear. Except for patchy late night low clouds and fog.
Lows in the lower to mid 50s.

Saturday:
Mostly sunny. Except for patchy morning low clouds and fog.
Highs in the upper 60s to mid 70s.
Wind 10-15

Saturday night and Sunday:
Low clouds and fog during the night through morning. Otherwise mostly clear.
Lows in the lower to mid 50s.
Highs in the mid 60s to lower 70s.


Ultraviolet (UVI) - HIGH
CLICK FOR FULL UV REPORT


Ventura Sun rise/set (approx) Saturday
0631/1908


Ventura Tide
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09/09/2005 Fri 01:15AM LDT 3.3  H  06:13AM LDT 2.3  L 
12:56PM LDT 5.1 H 08:45PM LDT 1.3 L

09/10/2005 Sat 03:08AM LDT 2.8 H 06:22AM LDT 2.7 L
01:51PM LDT 5.0 H 10:32PM LDT 1.1 L

09/11/2005 Sun 03:19PM LDT 5.0 H

09/12/2005 Mon 12:02AM LDT 0.6 L

Local Notice to Mariners
Port Heueneme Buoy #5 removed.
Click link above for complete update

See also the complete light list, updated to latest LNM

Contest Contest Contest Contest

Updated Nautical Dictionary (from most recent Local Notice Mariners)

Last week's question: DBN
- Day Beacon

DBN IMCH --

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Friday, August 26, 2005

8/26- Sailing outlook for East Santa Barbara Channel




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Warnings:

SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY FOR THE WESTERN PORTION of East Santa
Barbara Channel

.Friday...W WIND 10 TO 15 KT...EXCEPT 15 TO 20 KT FAR
WESTERN PORTION IN
THE AFTERNOON.
WIND WAVES 2 TO 3 FT. W SWELL 2 FT AT 7 SECONDS.


Friday NIGHT...W TO NW WIND 15 TO 25 KT WESTERN PORTIONS IN THE
EVENING...OTHERWISE W WIND 10 TO 15 KT. COMBINED
SEAS 3 TO 5 FT
DOMINANT PERIOD 5 SECONDS.

SAT...W WIND 10 TO 15 KT...EXCEPT 15 TO 20 KT FAR
WESTERN PORTION IN
THE AFTERNOON. WIND WAVES 2 TO 3 FT. W SWELL 2 FT.

SAT NIGHT...W WIND 10 TO 20 KT. WIND WAVES 2 TO 3 FT IN THE
EVENING. W SWELL 2 TO 3 FT.
.SUN...W WIND 10 TO 15 KT. WIND WAVES 2 FT OR LESS.
W SWELL 2 TO 4 FT.
CLICK FOR All WARNINGS for Oxnard, Ventura, East Santa Barbara Channel

Sailing Weather Outlook:
Friday night through Sunday:
Winds 10-15 in afternoon in close, Small Craft Advisory to West. Seas 2-3
near shore. Patchy fog in morning, temps near 70 at beach.

Ultraviolet (UVI) - VERY HIGH
CLICK FOR FULL UV REPORT


Ventura Sun rise/set (approx) Saturday
0621/1927



Ventura Tide
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08/26/2005 Fri 04:47AM LDT 3.0  H  08:28AM LDT 2.8  L
03:32PM LDT 5.0 H 11:51PM LDT 0.9 L

08/27/2005 Sat 07:22AM LDT 3.2 H 10:07AM LDT 3.2 L
04:52PM LDT 5.0 H

08/28/2005 Sun 01:03AM LDT 0.5 L 08:19AM LDT 3.6 H
12:03PM LDT 3.3 L 06:05PM LDT 5.1 H

08/29/2005 Mon 01:54AM LDT 0.2 L 08:49AM LDT 3.8 H
01:10PM LDT 3.1 L 07:01PM LDT 5.3 H
Local Notices to Mariners
LNM shows new San Diego to San Francisco chart
as well several local charts in Bay Area and Sacramento.

New chart for Catalina Bay, too. Lick link above for details


Contest Contest Contest Contest


Updated Nautical Dictionary (from most recent Local Notice Mariners)
DBN - Day Beacon. Bob Carlson picked up the $10 prize on this one

This week:
DEG - far easier than last week

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Friday, August 19, 2005

8/19 Sailing conditions for Ventura, Oxnard, Channel Islands





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Warnings:

A MODERATE SOUTHERLY SWELL WHICH ORIGINATED IN THE SOUTHERN
HEMISPHERE WILL BEGIN TO SUBSIDE THIS EVENING. LOCAL SETS TO 5 FEET
WILL BE POSSIBLE ACROSS EXPOSED SOUTH FACING BEACHES OF LOS ANGELES
AND VENTURA COUNTIES...WITH AN ASSOCIATED HIGH RISK FOR RIP CURRENTS
DUE TO THE LONG SWELL PERIOD.
CLICK FOR All WARNINGS for Oxnard, Ventura, East Santa Barbara Channel

Sailing Weather Outlook:
Friday night through Sunday:
Winds 10-15 in afternoon. Fog clearing around midday

Ultraviolet (UVI) - VERY HIGH
CLICK FOR FULL UV REPORT


Ventura Sun rise/set (approx) Saturday
0617/1945 (7:45)



Ventura Tide
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08/19/2005 Fri 04:11AM LDT -1.3 L  10:27AM LDT 4.7  H
03:45PM LDT 1.5 L 09:49PM LDT 7.0 H

08/20/2005 Sat 04:48AM LDT -1.1 L 11:01AM LDT 5.0 H
04:35PM LDT 1.2 L 10:36PM LDT 6.6 H

08/21/2005 Sun 05:24AM LDT -0.7 L 11:36AM LDT 5.3 H
05:27PM LDT 1.0 L 11:24PM LDT 5.9 H

08/22/2005 Mon 05:59AM LDT -0.1 L 12:12PM LDT 5.4 H
06:22PM LDT 0.9 L
Local Notices to Mariners

Updated Nautical Dictionary (from most recent Local Notice Mariners)
DB- Derrick Barge (no surprise, but no one picked up the $10 prize on this one)

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Friday, August 05, 2005

8/12- Sailing outlook for East Santa Barbara Channel, Ventura, Oxnard etc.



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Warnings:

None for East Santa Barbara Channel

CLICK FOR All WARNINGS for Oxnard, Ventura, East Santa Barbara Channel

Sailing Weather Outlook:
Friday night through Sunday:
Winds 10-15 in afternoon. Fog clearing TO beaches, maybe

Ultraviolet (UVI) - VERY HIGH
CLICK FOR FULL UV REPORT


Ventura Sun rise/set (approx) Saturday
0611/1943 (7:43)



Ventura Tide
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08/12/2005 Fri 02:38AM LDT 3.0  H  07:43AM LDT 2.2  L
02:54PM LDT 4.8 H 10:58PM LDT 1.5 L

08/13/2005 Sat 05:19AM LDT 2.7 H 08:22AM LDT 2.7 L
04:01PM LDT 5.1 H

08/14/2005 Sun 12:24AM LDT 0.9 L 07:35AM LDT 3.0 H
10:04AM LDT 3.0 L 05:15PM LDT 5.4 H
Local Notices to Mariners

Updated Nautical Dictionary (from most recent Local Notice Mariners)
CRK-creek

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Thursday, August 04, 2005

8/5-6 weekend sailing outlook for Ventura, Oxnard and the Channel Islands



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Warnings:
T-storms (though only likely in the mountains. NWS warns against strenuous activity. Sounds like an endorsement of taking the day off and sailing.

CLICK FOR All WARNINGS for Oxnard, Ventura, East Santa Barbara Channel

Sailing Weather Outlook:
Friday night through Sunday:
Winds W to SW to 15. Swell 2-3, wind waves 2-3
Mostly clear.
Lows in the upper 50s to mid 60s.
Highs from the upper 60s to mid 70s at the beaches to the lower to mid 80s inland.

Sunday night through Wednesday:
Winds about 10 from W.
Winds W to SW to 15. Swell 2-3, wind waves 2-3
Mostly clear.
Lows in the upper 50s to mid 60s.
Highs from the mid 60s to lower 70s at the beaches to the lower 80s inland.

Ultraviolet (UVI) - VERY HIGH
CLICK FOR FULL UV REPORT


Ventura Sun rise/set (approx) Saturday
0558/2000 (8:00)

Moon
rise/set 2238/2141

Ventura Tide
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08/05/2005 Fri 04:56AM LDT -0.4 L  11:17AM LDT 4.0  H
04:10PM LDT 2.3 L 10:10PM LDT 5.9 H
08/06/2005 Sat 05:21AM LDT -0.2 L 11:40AM LDT 4.1 H
04:45PM LDT 2.2 L 10:41PM LDT 5.7 H
08/07/2005 Sun 05:46AM LDT 0.0 L 12:04PM LDT 4.2 H
05:22PM LDT 2.1 L 11:13PM LDT 5.3 H
08/08/2005 Mon 06:09AM LDT 0.4 L 12:29PM LDT 4.3 H
06:03PM LDT 2.1 L 11:47PM LDT 4.8 H
08/09/2005 Tue 06:32AM LDT 0.8 L 12:56PM LDT 4.4 H
06:51PM LDT 2.1 L
Local Notices to Mariners

Updated Nautical Dictionary (from most recent Local Notice Mariners)
BR = Bridge, BRKW = Breakwater