2nd Annual Progressive Insurance San Francisco Boat Show Docks at McCovey Cove and Pier 48, January 22-25

SAN FRANCISCO – The San Francisco Bay will be buoyant with maritime merriment for the 2nd annual Progressive Insurance San Francisco Boat Show on January 22-25 at McCovey Cove and Pier 48. The show features boats for every lifestyle and budget, water sports, accessories, hands-on education, boating and sailing lessons on the bay, AT&T Park’s famed food and beverages, family entertainment and more.

McCovey Cove and Pier 48 will transform into a boat shopper’s paradise with hundreds of new and used vessels for sale including luxury yachts, sport fishing boats, sailboats, pontoons, personal watercrafts, and family cruisers. Pier 48 will feature the latest nautical gear, gadgets, marine accessories, sports equipment and the latest innovations in navigation technology.

“We’re excited to collaborate with the Port of San Francisco and AT&T Park to champion the local boating culture and engage new audiences. The 2015 San Francisco Boat Show is a fully immersive, interactive experience that promises to give attendees of all ages a chance to experience the joys of the boating lifestyle.” Dave Geoffroy, vice president of the National Marine Manufacturers Association West, said.

The bay will be buzzing with Discover Boating Hands-On Skills Training power boating and sailing clinics. These daily, hands-on workshops cover a variety of topics for all experiences – from close quarter maneuvering to docking and anchoring – and are taught by certified instructors. For those that prefer to be a passenger, the First Mate Skills seminar reviews the essentials for crewmembers and skippers.

If you want to get your hands dirty, you can visit Fred’s Shed Interactive Learning Center to watch certified marine technician and expert wrench slinger “Fred” demo tools and techniques on actual boat and motor cutaways. Topics include, “Don’t be Fuelish: Propping your boat for performance and fuel economy” and other aspects of motor maintenance, repairs, and upgrades.

New this year, the SF Boat show offers attendees a Sailing Simulator, first featured at America’s Cup, which gives novice skippers a chance to try sailing and experience how a boat reacts to wind and waves—without leaving dry land.

This year the show is even more family friendly with the expanded Kids’ Zone in Pier 48 which features nautical themed activities, arts and crafts for all of the little skippers that join this year. You can even bring a swimsuit to Try It Cove, where visitors can take a spin on a selection of water toys including stand up paddleboards and kayaks in a heated, indoor pool.

To ensure that all attendees are able to embellish in all that San Francisco has to offer local fans can find their favorite AT&T ballpark food and beverages in the off-season, including hot dogs, garlic fries, popcorn, and peanuts. Enjoy a taste of San Francisco with a selection of local food trucks plus a chance to sample wines and craft brews at Pier 48.

Visit www.sfboatshow.com for more info and to explore your boating prowess:

WHEN: Thursday, January 22, 11 a.m. — 6 p.m.

Friday, January 23, 10 a.m. — 6 p.m.

Saturday, January 24, 10 a.m. — 6 p.m.

Sunday, January 25, 10 a.m. — 6 p.m.

WHERE: McCovey Cove at AT&T Park & Pier 48

24 Willie Mays Plaza

San Francisco, CA 94107

TICKETS: $12 for adults, ages 15 and under are FREE

Active Military – FREE

Advance tickets and additional discounts available at www.SFBoatShow.com

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Vintage cable car shuttles will ferry visitors between the two event locations.

For more information, on tickets, parking, seminars exhibitors and more, visit www.SFBoatShow.com

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