Salvage-to-Sailing

Sailing, skills, stewardship

Based in Oakland, we repair sailboats, salvage equipment, and get everything into the right hands for a vibrant and accessible maritime environment.

What we do

Reduce marine debris pollution from neglected, and abandoned boats in the Oakland Estuary
Enhance community access to the Oakland Estuary
Increase sailing, maritime skills, and boat ownership opportunities for women and girls
Support our local maritime industry and businesses

Step 1

Identify vessels in need of repair and maintenance

We work with stakeholders to repair sailboats, salvage equipment, and get everything into the right hands.

Step 2

Donate, sell, and salvage responsibly

Not every vessel can be repaired. We salvage parts that can be used to keep other vessels in good repair, reducing the cost and scale of marine debris mitigation.

Step 3

Repair, maintain, and sail

Participants learn to manage, navigate, and maintain all aspects of sailboats. These skills – operating heavy machinery, troubleshooting mechanical systems, managing risks and resources, and teamwork – are the core of responsible leadership, on and off the water.