The Science Behind How Sailing Improves Your Mental and Physical Health “If there is magic on this planet, it is contained in water,” wrote the noted American anthropologist Loren Eiseley. This belief in the enchanting, transformative power of water isn’t Read More …
Upcoming Events
Get Your FCC Marine Radio Operators Permit (MROP)
Do not miss this opportunity to be taught by world-renowned Ham Radio Operator and Radio Instructor Gordon West in this 1 day licensing class. Accepting registrations for remaining 2024 classes and 2025 classes. FCC Marine Radio Operators Classes
California Boater Card Classes Filling Fast
In January 2025, The California Boater Card will be required to operate a powerboat on California waters. Get started by registering for US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Part 1 – w/ California Boater Card. January 2025: US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Read More …
California Boater Card
The California Boater Card will be required for all persons on January 1, 2025, who operate on California waters. Once issued, the card remains valid for a boat operator’s lifetime. US Powerboating Safe Powerboat Handling Certification with California Boater Card Read More …
Boating Etiquette
Boating etiquette afloat basically consists of respect for others and common courtesy. But sometimes doing the right thing is not always obvious; thus rules have been developed to define correct behavior. Know the Rules of the Road – The Navigation Read More …
The School of Sailing & Seamanship Orange Coast College Catalog
Some Interesting Yachting History
What is a Yacht? The word “yacht” is derived from the 16th century Dutch word jagh that later become jacht. The word is short for jacht-schiff, which a 1559 dictionary defined as a swift vessel of war, commerce or pleasure. Read More …
Open House Thursday, August 20, 2024
Marine Gear Sale & Boat Auction August 1-22, 2024
OCC Waterfront Campus July 4th Holiday
The OCC Waterfront Campus will be closed from Thursday, July 4, through Sunday, July 7, 2024, in observance of the Fourth of July holiday. The campus will re-open on Monday, July 8. Happy Independence Day!