Emeryville Community Events

Emeryville Community Events

Time to Go Fishing with Fish Emeryville!

Summer is here and everyone’s swimming, including Chinook Salmon, Rockfish and more. Lots going on at Fish Emeryville down in Emeryville Marina.

Great Chinook Salmon catch on 7/27 Photo/Capt. Al

We checked in with Captain Al whose group caught four quick limits of salmon (up to 10 pounds!) on July 27.

The latest fishing report: On July 27 five boats went out from Fish Emeryville with 89 anglers. The catch?

60 Chinook Salmon,  85 Lingcod and 570 Rockfish!

Reserve a space for your family and friends now.

Fish Emeryville is located at 3310 Powell St in the Emeryville Marina. They specialize in providing fishing adventures in San Francisco Bay and outside the Golden Gate. FIsh Emeryville has eight fully equipped sportfishing boats. All boats and Captains meet U.S. Coast Guard standards and are certified for your safety. All boats have comfortable inside seating with tables and clean restrooms. And all the captains want to make your fishing adventure rewarding and safe!

You can book your reservation at (510) 652-3403.

 

 

Recovering The Red Baron & Other Happenings In Emeryville on the Bay

The infamous mudflats in Emeryville had three art sculptures left after its long history since the 1950s, and late Wed., May 3, 2017, Vice Mayor John Bauters heard that the Red Baron plane and pilot fell into SF Bay. Not knowing if they were shot down, he solicited Mayor Scott Donahue and the Public Works Department to help him retrieve the aircraft. PW said to wait until low tide on Thurs., May 4 at 2pm.  “I wanted to save it before it got buried in sand and mud. I am a Snoopy fan so it was a no brainer for me to want to save this.”

Emeryville is known for its vibrant public arts program and probably has more public art per square footage than any other city. Thus, the rescue effort. Waiting for low tide, the crew started laying the foundation to extricate the Red Baron from its entrapments about 1pm Thurs. afternoon.

Emeryville mayor and vice mayor arrived and started moving planks, separating the wooden Red Baron plane from the pilings and mud. It was deep in the muck. A shovel was fetched and cracked in the process of dislodging the plane. Rope was used. But it seemed like a no-go until another PW crew arrived, Jamal Hudson. He was taller than the others. And strong – the final touch needed. As PW director Maurice Kaufman nudged the crew on from up on the deck, the plane loosened and was moved out of the mud. The Red Baron turned upside down. Still, the determined mud-slewn  work crew carried the plane sculpture with the Red Baron in tact, out of the mudflats and up onto the shore as KTVU FOX 2 filmed them.

“He’s out of the Bay,” shouted Bauters after a good forty minutes of strategizing and struggling in the deep mud with Emeryville Mayor Scott Donahue, Kivu Jamal Hudson, James Riendeau, Tony Jenkins and Antonio Thibodeaux of the Emeryville Public Works crew.

Mission accomplished. What happens with the Red Baron now? Scott and John hope to keep it on the beach. Next to Snoopy.  So do we. Stay tuned to Emeryville on the Bay.

A celebration for the city of Emerville and time to listen to a favorite old song for many: Snoopy v.s. the Red Baron. The sculpture was created by Berkeley artist Tyler Hoare, who created his first rendition in the 70s. Art sculptures in the mudflats always seemed to reflect the times of each decade since the 1950s. And much of it was created by debris washed up on the shore.

Snoopy vs the Red Baron. Looks like Snoopy shot him down into the SF Bay. City of Emeryville saved him.

About the Red Baron

World War I fighter ace Manfred Von Richthofen was nicknamed the Red Baron.

“During World War I, no name struck more fear into the hearts of Allied airmen than that of Manfred von Richthofen, better known as the ‘Red Baron.’ After scoring his first kill on September 17, 1916, the German pilot spent the next 19 months prowling the skies in his signature red airplane, winning one air battle after another. He was later shot down and killed in April 1918, but not before he became the war’s highest-scoring fighter ace.” (history.com)

Meanwhile fishing season is happening out on the Bay and beyond!

Fishing Report

Fish Emeryville has a fleet of seven boats which are all meticulously maintained

California Halibut caught aboard the New Huck Finn Photo/Captain Jay Yokomizo

to a high standard and the newly renovated Sportfishing Center carries a full inventory of saltwater tackle, including items designed by Fish Emeryville’s Captains specifically for the local fisheries.

Latest catch. On May 3 three boats went out with 59 anglers. Total catch: 33 California Halibut, 60 Lingcod, 300 Rockfish and 20 Striped Bass. The New Huck Finn’s halibut were 20-24 lbs. and their Striped Bass up to five lbs. The Sea Wolf had 30 anglers that day and came back to Emeryville Marina with 300 Rockfish.

Call Fish Emeryville to reserve a space on a boat 510.652.3403. They are located at 3310 Powell St. off the 80 in Emeryville.

If you plan to go out fishing, you can buy your license at Fish Emeryville the day you go fishing or online.

Red Rockfish Photo/Sea Wolf crew

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Emeryville Fire Services Division Chief Wins Emeryville’s Ninth Shortest Triathlon Ever!

Emeryville Fire Services (Alameda County Fire Dept.) Division Chief Dave Winnacker (278) finished the Shortest Triathlon Ever with a time of  25:37 taking first place and winning the event. Malachi Leopold from Oakland finished second with a time of 26:43 and Michael Blair from San Francisco finished third with a time of 28:41.

Kelly Emo from Campbell won first place in the women’s division with a time of 30:10  and finished fifth overall. Elise Jackson from San Lorenzo took second place with a time of 31:41 and Emeryville resident Bailey Langner took third place in the women’s division with a time of 37:44.

The race starts with a 100 yard SWIM in a warm swimming pool and  then it’s off on a 2.5 mi BIKE – flat ride through Emeryville, followed by a 2.1 RUN through Bay St.

Thirty-five athletes participated from Albany, Campbell, Dublin, Emeryville, Fremont, Hayward, Piedmont, San Leandro, San Lorenzo, Sunnyvale and Vallejo. There were eleven athletes from Emeryville including the entire City Council – Mayor Scott Donahue, Vice Mayor John Bauters, Council Members Christian Patz, Diane Martinez and Alexandra Medina.

After four years, the pool is back and the Shortest Triathlon Ever will grow again. Congrats to all participants. And plan for the 10th Shortest Triathlon Ever in April 2018!

This race is produced by the CIty of Emeryville and On Your Mark Events. You can find all the race results on their website linked above.

 

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A Fun Emeryville Day on the Bay!

Stacy Thomas, City of Emeryville events director, kept the lively group fishing for playdough

City Attorney Mike Guina with Harbormaster Michelle Shadows

Even with overcast weather, over 200 people showed up to take tours of the fishing boats, take ferry rides and otherwise immerse themselves in the beauty of the grounds at the two marinas in Emeryville looking out to the San Francisco Bay.

The Jump House at one point had a dozen kids in it with the same amount of jackets and sweaters scattered on the grass.   Fishing was a big hit all day long. Mayor Scott Donahue and City Manager Carolyn Lehr both enjoyed the inaugural Emeryville Day on the Bay event and hoped there would be more to come.

Vice Mayor John Bauters and dog King chatting it up with the crew of the Sea Wolf

It really was a dog convention at the marinas that Saturday! Dogs were even invited on board the fishing boats for a tour. One dog, first mate Niko, was seen on a paddle board drifting around the marina. He is the mascot for Barbary Ghost nautical adventures. Another big hit were the free ferry rides on PROP, which offers commuter rides from the docks of Emeryville Marina to San Francisco.

Face painting had young children sitting patiently while their faces started brimming with colors and sparkles. Some young girls even wore their princess dresses Saturday and headed straight to the face painting table.

Fishing rod demos, nautical  knot tying lessons by the Emeryville Yacht Club, tours of Emery Cove Yacht Harbor and Emeryville Marina, Emeryville fire truck & rescue boat, gourmet food trucks and more! Don’t miss next year’s Spring event! And bring your dog.

Andy Guiliano, proprietor of Fish Emeryville chatting with visitors – telling big fish stories most likely

City of Emeryville Economic Development DIrector Chad Smalley with ML Thiercof and Summer modeling the doggie life jacket for Emeryville on the Bay –  Photo/Nick Sebastian

The end of a fun day

 

 

Come Play @ Emeryville Day on the Bay – Sat., Mar. 18 + Beyond!

Emeryville Day on the Bay – Saturday, March 18

Did you know that Emeryville has two marinas with 850 slips? And kiteboarding/paddle board lessons? Plus, Fish Emeryville has an eight boat fleet for those of you who like to get out on the bay and go fishing. Learn more at Emeryville Day on the Bay and have some fun!

WHEN:

  • Sat., Mar. 18, 10am-2pm

WHERE:

WHAT:

“I hate it. But I know I get treats if I wear it!” Summer, adopted at Bay Street Emeryville in 2015, is now reigning mascot for Emeryville on the Bay

  • Tour fishing boats on the Fish Emeryville fleet boats
  • Tour both marinas – Emery Cove Yacht Harbor & Emeryville Marina
  • Learn how to put on a life jacket
  • Meet Summer, Emeryville on the Bay‘s mascot, & learn why dogs need to wear life jackets
  • Free ferry rides at 10:30am and 1:30pm with PROP
  • Yes you can eat – Food Trucks!
  • DJ Music, Juggler, Face Painter
  • Kids play Passport games for prizes
  • Local artists painting and join them!
  • Meet our First Responders – Emeryville Police & Fire!
  • Check out the Emeryville Rescue Boat
  • Learn how to tie a nautical knot
  • Meet the Coast Guard & learn about boat inspections

WHO:

  • Everyone is invited!
  • Emeryville residents, families and businesses
  • City of Emeryville officials and staff
  • Our corridor neighbors in Berkeley and Oakland & City officials & staff
  • Commuters from all over the region
  • Fishing enthusiasts
  • Those curious about the beauty and offerings of Emeryville & its marinas

Emery-Go-Round available for a free trip down to the marinas!

Thank you to sponsors of the first Emeryville Day on the Bay!

City of Emeryville, Emery Cove Yacht Harbor, Emeryville Marina, Emeryville on the Bay, Emeryville Yacht Club, Fish Emeryville and PROPSF.

More events..

Mutt Mondays at Bay Street

Dog lovers – don’t miss out! Two More Monday Mutt Days at Bay Street in March.

WHAT:
Every Monday in March, dog owners and their best friends are invited to enjoy free, four-legged festivities in Bay Street’s Center Plaza including:

Your dog must be on a leash at all times and have a friendly disposition.

WHEN:  
Two nights left!
Mon., Mar. 20 – 6pm to 7:30pm
Mon., Mar. 27 – 6pm to 7:30pm

WHERE:
Bay Street Emeryville – 5616 Bay Street in Emeryville

This weekend, Fri., Mar. 17 – Sun., Mar. 19 Bay Street is hosting an Art Show featuring the work of more than 40 local talented artists from Chiello Fine Art in the plaza.

Shortest Triathlon Ever. On your Mark. Get Set Done.

 

This race is so short, anyone can do it! Perfect also for first timers, families, friends and business teams.  Download entry form here.  Established in 2006 by Dr. Warren Strudwick, Orthopaedic Surgeon (BOSS), Mary Lou Thiercof (Working Images) and the City of Emeryville with On Your Mark Events, Dr. Strudwick, a Stanford swimmer, wanted to help Emeryville residents get in shape and help youth learn to swim. Its inaugural event was Emeryville’s first race.

WHAT:

  • 100 yd SWIM – warm school swimming pool
  • 2.5 mi BIKE – flat ride through Emeryville
    2.1 mi RUN – new course through Bay Street in Emeryville

WHERE:

  • 1333 Park Ave. at Hollis, Emeryville City Hall

WHEN:  

  • Sunday, April 2, 2017 – RACE STARTS AT 8AM  

6:30am PRE-RACE
• Registration and check-in at City Hall – 1333 Park Ave in Emeryville
• Cyclists will obey the motor vehicle codes as they make their way over to the starting point at 47th and San Pablo at Emery Secondary School.
• Bike racks available at City Hall and the school.
8am START
• Swim at Emery Secondary School
• Bike through Emeryville
• Run up to Bay Street and back to City Hall
8:30am POST-RACE
• Awards at City Hall
 
WHO’S INVITED:
• The whole family
• Those ready for their first triathlon
• Seasoned athletes warming up for the season

NOTES:

  • Bike Helmets: (CSPC approved) must be worn buckled or disqualification will occur
  • Awards: Trophies to the tip Male and Female, and the top Male and Female Master
  • Medals: 3 deep to both men and women; 13 under, 14-18, 19-29, 40-49, 60-69, 70+
    The Shortest Triathlon Ever is perfect for the start of the triathlon season and for triathletes who want to practice their transitions.  Actually, this triathlon is for anyone who loves recreational sports and wants a tour of Emeryville’s architecture and public artwork.  
  • Fees: located on registration form. Special pricing for Emeryville residents and students!

TO REGISTER:

Download entry form here. Contact On Your Mark Events for more information or [email protected] or (209) 795-7832.

 

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