ebb
06-19-2010, 07:11 AM
2010, Sunday. Pier 15 Restaurant, San Rafael
"The reason for the northward change of breakfast meeting venue is that after the meeting, we will be walking over to check out member Ebb Borregaard's beautiful project Ariel (about a block from the restaurant). Ebb has been working on a full restoration/remodel of his boat for a number of years and the quality of his design and workmanship is truly top-notch. His Ariel is on the hard and an absolutely beautiful example of a meticulously thought out Alberg design, updated for modern single-handed sailing and cruising comfort.
These monthly meetings are a great place to meet other "Plastic Classic" owners and are open to any Alberg-design boat owners and any current or prospective club members.
You are invited to join us - the breakfast meetings are casual and the old boat conversation is always lively (at least after the first cup of coffee!).
More information and online registration: Alberg Design Fleet of San Francisco Breakfast Meeting
Best Regaards,
Alberg Design Fleet of San Francisco Bay"
Thus I have repeated the email received.
I have been remiss of course in producing speedy results on the project because of employment obligations and other excuses. But if you have an Ariel or other Alberg there is SOMETHING to see. AND the guys and gals I've been having breakfast with once a month in Berkeley are some great people to meet.
All are avid sailors.
Pier 15 in San Rafael is a popular venue so I have reserved. Sunday July 11, 9AM.
Plenty of parking may be best found at the San Rafael Yacht Harbor, one block north of Pier 15 at 557 Francisco Blvd East. Large sign board says Harbor Center. Between a canvas shop and a rugatorium. It's an easy amble to the bar/restaurant and/or back again.
google> San Rafael Yacht Harbor < for a map.
Francisco Blvd E parallels the freeway. If you are arriving via the Richmond Bridge, keep on toward San Rafael, take the first off ramp which probably says "Bellam Av" There is huge road construction here. You will stop at Bellam, make a VERY SHORT right turn (aim for the farthest lane) then a left turn on to Francisco East. This is SanRafael's auto-row. Continue north to "City Carpets". Turn right, go in a little ways to park.
After parking, walk back out to Francisco Blvd, turning left, south, one short block, left on Harbor St. to Pier 15. But it is Sunday morning, so you might find parking at the restaurant!
If you're coming from SanFrancisco/Marin, when you get to San Rafael take the Bellam Rd off ramp. which I believe is still open despite the highway construction. Turn left to go under the freeway, turn left on to Francisco E - watch it! there is also a left lane to get back on the freeway going north!
"The reason for the northward change of breakfast meeting venue is that after the meeting, we will be walking over to check out member Ebb Borregaard's beautiful project Ariel (about a block from the restaurant). Ebb has been working on a full restoration/remodel of his boat for a number of years and the quality of his design and workmanship is truly top-notch. His Ariel is on the hard and an absolutely beautiful example of a meticulously thought out Alberg design, updated for modern single-handed sailing and cruising comfort.
These monthly meetings are a great place to meet other "Plastic Classic" owners and are open to any Alberg-design boat owners and any current or prospective club members.
You are invited to join us - the breakfast meetings are casual and the old boat conversation is always lively (at least after the first cup of coffee!).
More information and online registration: Alberg Design Fleet of San Francisco Breakfast Meeting
Best Regaards,
Alberg Design Fleet of San Francisco Bay"
Thus I have repeated the email received.
I have been remiss of course in producing speedy results on the project because of employment obligations and other excuses. But if you have an Ariel or other Alberg there is SOMETHING to see. AND the guys and gals I've been having breakfast with once a month in Berkeley are some great people to meet.
All are avid sailors.
Pier 15 in San Rafael is a popular venue so I have reserved. Sunday July 11, 9AM.
Plenty of parking may be best found at the San Rafael Yacht Harbor, one block north of Pier 15 at 557 Francisco Blvd East. Large sign board says Harbor Center. Between a canvas shop and a rugatorium. It's an easy amble to the bar/restaurant and/or back again.
google> San Rafael Yacht Harbor < for a map.
Francisco Blvd E parallels the freeway. If you are arriving via the Richmond Bridge, keep on toward San Rafael, take the first off ramp which probably says "Bellam Av" There is huge road construction here. You will stop at Bellam, make a VERY SHORT right turn (aim for the farthest lane) then a left turn on to Francisco East. This is SanRafael's auto-row. Continue north to "City Carpets". Turn right, go in a little ways to park.
After parking, walk back out to Francisco Blvd, turning left, south, one short block, left on Harbor St. to Pier 15. But it is Sunday morning, so you might find parking at the restaurant!
If you're coming from SanFrancisco/Marin, when you get to San Rafael take the Bellam Rd off ramp. which I believe is still open despite the highway construction. Turn left to go under the freeway, turn left on to Francisco E - watch it! there is also a left lane to get back on the freeway going north!