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Today, Saturday, October 10th, 4:00 p.m. Facebook LIVE, at PV Sailing. Meet Astrid, biologist, at ECOBAC/RABEN as she shares the whale migration, breeding, tracking, & rescue program. Also covering Orca activity in Banderas bay.

If you are getting ready or thinking of coming to Mexico... Here is where to start! https://coronavirus.gob.mx/semaforo/

June 1, Navy Day (Día de la Marina). A Mexican National event since 1942, it's held in memory of those that June 1, 1917, sailed out in the ship "Tabasco" in Ve...racruz, the first Mexican merchant ship. This day, in all Mexican harbors, they honor the sailors that have lost their lives on duty, not only in battle, but all activities related to the sea. The event is mainly held at sea with all the city's Navy ships in an offshore parade, the captains lay wreaths of flowers in honor of all sailors who've lost their lives. They are followed by tour boats and fishermen that then hold a ceremony to honor navy personnel. All fishermen in the area also hold their own special celebrations in their towns. Navy Day was established by the fact that on June 1, 1917, a Mexican merchant ship, the "Tabasco" steamer, departed from the port of Veracruz for the first time, with the total crew consisting of Mexicans by birth and under the command of Captain Rafael Izaguirre; the first crossing was to Progreso, Yucatán. This happened in compliance with Article 32 of the Constitution promulgated on February 5 of that same year. Before, the captains, heads of machines and officers of the Mexican ships were all foreigners. 2.- When it was celebrated for the first time The first occasion on the Navy Day was on June 1, 1942, which served to honor the crews of the Mexican tanks "Potrero del Llano" and "Faja de Oro", which were sunk by German submarines. on May 13 and 20 of that year, during World War II. This celebration is currently led by the President of the Republic aboard an Armada ship, where an evocation of sailors who have fallen in the line of duty is read and a floral offering is thrown into the sea. In fact, although people associate the celebration with the Navy, the truth is that the date was instituted by the then President of the Republic, General Manuel Ávila Camacho, to pay homage to all the people who carry out some activity at sea, such as merchant seamen, fishermen, tourism service providers and those who carry out oil extraction in the sea, as well as members of the Secretariat of Navy-Navy of Mexico, who provide security and protection in our seas to boost the national maritime development. By the way, in 1991 it was established by presidential decree on November 23 as the Day of the Navy of Mexico, in commemoration of the heroic deed of Frigate Captain Pedro Sainz de Baranda. See more

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WHEN THE SEA SHEPHERD CREW MAKE TIME FOR THE CRUISING FLEET HOW COOL IS THIS! THANK YOU SEA SHEPHERD CHEF JULIE FOR THIS WONDERFUL VEGAN CLASS. DURING THE SUNDAY MARKET IN LA CRUZ DE HUANACAXTLE, A VENDOR WAS PREPARING TACOS & BURRITOS WITH JACKFRUIT. ... THE INTEREST STRUCK MANY SAILORS AND LOCALS IN TOWN. JULIE WAS SO KIND TO PUT TIME ASIDE FROM PREPARING MEALS FOR THE SEA SHEPHERD CREW TO TEACH THE SAILING FLEET/LOCAL COMMUNITY HOW TO MAKE SIMILAR DISHES. WE ARE SO GREATFUL. THANK YOU SANDRA ROUSSY FOR THIS FUN AND TASTY VIDEO

Meet Astrid, biologist, at ECOBAC/RABEN as she shares the whale migration, breeding, tracking, & rescue program. Also covering Orca activity in Banderas bay.

CSH Webinar Series: Western Mexico to Panama/GalapagosYou are invited to a Zoom webinar.When: Oct 8, 2020 02:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)Topic: SSCA Western Mexico to Panama Conference Register in advance for this webinar:... https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_vZX4sl4URVW57nRF45AJ0A After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. ---------- Webinar Speakers Behan and Jamie Gifford (Speaker, Author, Instructor, Coaching Services @Sailing Totem)When Behan and Jamie Gifford sailed south from the Pacific Northwest in 2008, they anticipated cruising for a two- to five-year sabbatical. Life had other plans! Nearly a decade later they closed the loop on a circumnavigation aboard their Stevens 47, Totem, and have been in Mexico for the last couple of years. They intended to depart for the South Pacific in 2020, but the pandemic is extending their stay in a country they truly love. With a coaching service to assist cruisers at all stages, from dreaming to planning to life afloat, they have doubled down efforts to help others understand options to cruise in the pandemic reality. (They're joining us from the state of Sonora, at the north end of the Sea of Cortez.) Mike Danielson (Owner @www.pvsailing.com)Mike is the SSCA Cruising Station Host, helping the cruisers who congregate in Banderas Bay. His outreach and efforts are helping everyone during this COVID pandemic period. Community is everything to Mike and PV Sailing is all about growing the boating community of Banderas Bay. His vision and leadership have been instrumental in developing many of the annual events cruisers and racers look forward to every year. Mike is expanding some on-the-water sailing programs and also focusing more diligently on some environmental efforts that are close to his heart. Check out Oceans in Purgatory Project for more information. PV Sailing is also the new location for Cruisers Comfort, Chart Lending Library, and the Nautical Library. Stop by Monday thru Saturday 9 am to 6 pm, unfortunately never on Sunday as this is Mike's day for his artistic passion which you can check out on Marine Life Impressions. Boat issues? Sails? Information on the area? Ask Mike! Rich Boren (Owner/Experienced Cruiser @Cruise RO Water and Power)Located in La Paz Mexico with a second home in Morro Bay, CA , Rich and his family have cruised extensively on their 1978 Pearson 365 (classic!), SV Third Day. With the knowledge from his experiences, he now assists cruisers with Cruise RO Water and Power. A long-time SSCA member and former board member, he knows issues we all face, especially now during COVID. Rich is in La Paz, has extensive local knowledge and is actively sailing the areas. He will share his insight as to the local situations, what is happening, and best practices for the upcoming Fall/Winter 2020-2021 season.

Coming up tomorrow at 2pm central we'll have a zoom presentation open to all talking about the winter migration coming south through Mexico and information all the way to Panama and the Galapagos. Covid-19, Ports status, Marina/ Cruising activity in the NEW Normal, and weather windows.

Coming up on Saturday,10 October, We have a special Bilge Talk... It's with Astrid from EcoBac... All about the Whales doing the winter Migration with us to MEXICO. Check out the sound bite below for details.

7th anniversary celebrating Summer Sailstice at Marina Riviera Nayarit - At la Cruz Who's ready for some crazy fun with cool prizes! In support of Santuario de Cocodrilos El Cora wildlife refuge Please follow all safety and health requirements during marina events. Mask, hand sanitizer, and a comfortable physical distance. This event is open-air, entirely outdoors.

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