Aventura is a yacht club in the truest sense of the word: a great group of people who like boating and the fun they can have around the water. If you're looking for a wide mix of couples, singles, kids, men, and women who enjoy each other's company and "simply messing about in boats," look no further. Aventura Sailing, in scenic, historic, romantic Dana Point Harbor in Southern California, is the place for you!

Incorporated in 1989, the City of Dana Point is named after Richard Henry Dana Jr. (1815-1882), a Harvard-trained lawyer, seaman, and author of the classic sea journal, Two Years Before the Mast (1840). In his journal, Dana documents his voyage from Boston around Cape Horn to California on the merchant ship, Pilgrim. Therein, Dana describes the area once known as Capistrano Bay, as "the most romantic spot on the California coast." Today, Capistrano Bay is known as Dana Point. Dana Point is home to 35,110 residents and is characterized by nearly seven miles of prominent coastal bluffs and rolling hills along the Pacific Ocean. Most noteworthy of these bluffs is a unique promontory known as the "Headlands" which overlooks Dana Point Harbor, one of the most significant man-made alterations of the Orange County coastline.

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The Dana Outrigger Canoe Club is a 30-year tradition of fun, friends and fitness.

Whether you're looking for a new fitness routine . more play time on our ocean . or hundreds of new friends and acquaintances . join us at the Dana Point Harbor to learn more about the island-rich tradition of outrigger canoeing!

Mission Statement:

This group's goal is to share information, facts, data, recommendations..., brainstorming possible solutions, and make our own recommendations to various appropriate organizations.

The group is intended to be made up of boaters that routinely make use of the harbor or intend to use the harbor for recreational boating. We welcome other interests to join the group but only to make sure that we have accurate information and facts.

Dana Point Harbor is an exciting portside community, located in a natural setting cove-bound on one side by dramatic cliffs and, on the other by the clear waters of the Pacific. Considered one of the most romantic spots in California, Dana Point Harbor houses two marinas inside a one-and-a-half mile jetty. Complete harbor facilities include guest slips, launch ramps, fuel dock, shipyard, boat rentals, yacht sales and instruction, fishing, all year bait receiver, harbor cruises, windsurfing, jet skiing, certified dive charters, two yacht clubs, a sailing association, picnicking and a baby beach for young swimmers. The Harbor has one hotel, the Marina Inn and 13 restaurants.

Intriguing shops are loaded with unexpected treasures. Visitors discover custom-designed jewelry and Indian artifacts, art collectibles, special cards, hand-formed chocolates, unique gifts, toiletries, fragrant oils, designer perfumes and sunglasses, ecologically sound gifts, leisure clothing for men and women, a beauty salon, trinkets, T-shirts, international coffees and teas, quality ice cream and restaurants to please every palate.

Dana Point Yacht Club is a casual, informal, fun-loving group dedicated to boating activities. We are a friendship oriented club promoting boating experiences to all ages. We have a great junior program, one of the finest sail race calendars, a great fishing program and many scheduled cruises throughout the year. Sponsors of "The Richard Henry Dana Charity Regatta" in September where the proceeds from the race benefit a local Orange County Charity. Our goal is to maintain our reputation as "The Friendliest Club on the Coast."

Located in Dana Point Harbor's West Basin, DWYC is an active full-service yacht club, serving its members and the local community for 20 years. DWYC has a great Junior Sailing program, an extensive yacht racing program and billfish tournament and hosts many charitable events including the high-profile Volvo Leukemia Cup and the heart-warming Armed Forces Holiday Dinner.

The club welcomes boat owners and non-boat owners for membership.

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The County of Orange has taken particular care to preserve and maintain the natural beauty and allure of these Distinct Areas and facilities, while striving to maximize your enjoyment.

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OC Sailing and Events Center's mission is to, "Provide sailing and water based experiences to our community while also hosting social and business events at our harbor location."

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If you're interested in sailing, at Orange Coast College we're ready to expand your horizons. This site contains dozens of exciting courses, seminars, island trips and offshore voyages. We look forward to meeting you and sharing our world of fun sailing and great learning.

The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary was established by Congress in 1939 to assist the Coast Guard in promoting boating safety. It boasts nearly 33,000 members from all walks of life who receive special training so that they may be a functional part of Team Coast Guard. Auxiliarists assist the Coast Guard in non-law enforcement programs such as public education, vessel safety checks, safety patrols, search and rescue, marine environmental protection and Coast Guard Academy introduction programs for youth. Auxiliarists volunteer more than 2 million hours annually to benefit other boaters and their families.