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Free Sailboat Ride Day & Coast Guard Rescue Demonstrations | Treasure Island

Saturday, May 18, 2013 - 11:00 am to 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
Treasure Island Sailing Center | 698 California Avenue, San Francisco, 94130

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Want to know the best ways to stay safe on the water? In observance of National Safe Boating Week, join Treasure Island Sailing Center to learn about boat safety and hop on a free sailboat ride from 11 am to 4 pm on May 18, 2013.

Free, but an RSVP is required.

Learn simple practices for water safety and of course, have some fun on the water with free sailboat rides all day, plus watch Coast Guard rescue demonstrations, and play games with the whole family. Starting at 11 am, the first 100 visitors to this event will receive a free life jacket.

2013 National Safe Boating Day
Saturday, May 18, 2013 | 11 am to 4 pm
Treasure Island, San Francisco
FREE

2013 Schedule of Events:

11 am: Free life vests to the first 100 people

11 am to 4 pm: Free sailboat rides

11 am to 4 pm: Vessel safety checks

12 pm: Presentations by Treasure Island Sailing Club and other local agencies

2 pm: Coast Guard rescue demonstrations and tours

Plus, enjoy games, crafts, and fun for the whole family. A BBQ lunch will available for purchase from TISC.

Links: Event details

Cost: FREE*

*Free, but an RSVP is required.

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Categories: **Annual Event**, *Top Pick*, Free Stuff, Fun & Games, Kids & Families, San Francisco

Venue: Treasure Island Sailing Center

Address: 698 California Avenue, San Francisco, 94130

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