As the rain drenches Northern California, it may be a nice time to take a look at your calendar and get that Safety at Sea requirement out of the way.  There are several courses coming up in 2015, and one may be convenient for you.

Check the USSailing site for other events.

These seminars are required for most Category 1 races, such as the Pacific Cup, and will satisfy Category 2 (coastal and near-shore) race requirements as well, where required by the organizers.  The ISAF two-day seminars are good for international races as well as US.