Pacific Interclub Yacht Association's "Opening Day on the Bay"

NEWS FROM: Pacific Interclub Yacht Association (PICYA) Web address: www.picya.org

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 25, 2013
Press Contacts: Bill Wells commodorewells@msn.com 916/869-9141 or
Diana Gentry 415/244-7480 diana.gentry@sbcglobal.net
Photo attached: Photo Caption: "A decorated boat in the 2012 Opening Day Parade"

“Opening Day on the Bay” Sunday April 28

Marks the Official Start of San Francisco Bay's 2013 Boating Season

WHEN: Sunday April 28, 2012, from 12:00 noon until 3:00 p.m.

WHAT: The 96th Annual “Opening Day on the Bay” decorated boat parade, hosted by the Pacific Inter-
Club Yacht Association (PICYA), representing over 100 yacht clubs in Northern California
celebrates the official beginning of the 2013 boating season on San Francisco Bay. This year’s
theme is “The Great Race” and Boat U.S. Founder and Chairman Richard Schwartz is this year’s
Grand Marshal, there are six trophies to be awarded. The parade will feature over 120 historic
workboats, fireboats, towboats, classic and contemporary craft decorated to the theme. There will
be both power and sail boats competing for best decoration honors.

The occasion will be a unique opportunity to see these special boats, cruising close to shore where
land-based spectators can enjoy the event. This is an event for the whole family to enjoy, learn
about boating and to get excited for the America's Cup #34 to be held in San Francisco later this
summer.

WHERE: On Foot: The boats on parade can be viewed by the public along the San Francisco waterfront
from Crissy Field, which is west of the Marina Green, to Pier 39, from 12:00 noon until 3:00 p.m.

By Boat: Those seeking a closer view of the decorated boats can join the Officers, Directors
and guests of PICYA on the California Hornblower, one of Hornblower’s largest yachts on San
Francisco Bay, with a light breakfast and a gourmet lunch. This yacht event is open to the public.
Contact: Lenora Clark, (925) 783-7660, lenorasclark@yahoo.com for reservations.

MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES: The press is invited aboard the California Hornblower to cover the parade
on the water. Moving throughout the parade route, it will provide excellent photo opportunities.

WHO: Organized by the Pacific Inter-Club Yacht Association (PICYA), which was formed in San
Francisco in 1896 to improve communications between yacht clubs, provide uniform racing
rules, and encourage yachting. Today, PICYA is the only organization in Northern California
that supports the promotion of recreational boating through the coordination and dissemination
of information for the benefit of boaters. It publishes the Yachting Yearbook, the annual directory
of member clubs and information, and also created Recreational Boaters of California, the
governmental advocacy organization committed to promoting the enjoyment, protection, and
responsible use of our waterways. See www.RBOC.org. PICYA has coordinated Opening Day
since 1917.

A major sponsor for the past ten years is Boat Owners Association of The United States,
(BoatUS), the nation’s leading advocate for recreational boaters with a wide array of consumer
services. Visit www.BoatUS.com for more information.

FOR MORE: Additional information is available at www.PICYA.org.
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