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4C Preview SoCal In-Water Boat Show makes its return to San Pedro The newest powerboats and sailboats will be on display during the final weekend of September at the Los Angeles Harbor as the second-ever SoCal In-Water Boat Show returns to Cabrillo Way Marina in San Pedro. P. 26
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Lessons from Hurricanes 2C Harvey and Irma DARK BKGND
The Gulf Coast and neighboring Caribbean Islands were hit hard by catastrophic weather events. Hurricanes Harvey and Irma might’ve been far from Southern California, but the impacts of both storms certainly made their respective ways to this part of the world. P. 17
California Boating News Since 1971
No. 1059
Sept. 22 - Oct. 5, 2017
Increased sightings of entangled whales cruising the West Coast More and more we’re spotting whales entangled in fishing gear. Entanglements are harming other species as well. How big is the problem and what can boaters do to help? Minding your surroundings and making a phone call whenever you see a whale, sea lion or other animal in distress can go a long way. P. 14
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Is 2017 the year of the yellowfin?
Orange County nixes Dana Point Harbor Advisory Council
Local fishing landings have been buzzing lately with talks of yellowfin bites just offshore. Some of the talk has been backed up with photos and fishing reports. Even Bob Vanian discusses the highly active yellowfin bite in his latest fishing report column. P. 39
Plans to create an 11-member board for Dana Point Harbor’s boaters and stakeholders will be replaced by an ad-hoc committee, but the news of Orange County’s decision surprised many people. County officials hope boaters and stakeholders will use the ad-hoc committee as a community forum. P. 12
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Talks over Avalon’s Casino Dock Café have reached an impasse Foiling catamarans out; monohulls back in for 2021 America’s Cup
Redondo Beach Harbor Commission appointments stir controversy
Avalon City Council and the operators of a planned dining establishment on Avalon Harbor just can’t seem to come to terms on the Casino Dock Café. City officials have issued yet another Request for Proposals. When will plans finally move forward? No one knows. P. 13
America’s Cup champion Emirates Team New Zealand confirmed Sept. 11 that it is working on designs for a “high-performance” single-hulled boat to be used in the 36th edition of sailing’s marquee regatta in Auckland, New Zealand in early 2021. P. 37
Stalemates do not come to mind when it comes to city-level political appointments. Yet a split Redondo Beach City Council means impending vacancies on several important commissions will remain open. It is unclear if, let alone when, the City Council will break its deadlock. P. 18
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