Sailboat rentals, 30 to 44 feet, plus yacht charters. Skippers available for sailboat charters (maximum 6 passengers). Also offers charters on a range of larger yachts, both power and sail.

Wide range of rental boats, cruises, and yacht charters. Rentals of Zodiac RIBs -- the only such boats available for rental on the bay. Also arranges charters on a wide range of motoryachts and sailboats. Based at Schoonmaker Point Marina in Sausalito. The latest member of the fleet is Freda B, a 78-foot gaff rig, topsail schooner, inspired by the traditional 1860's coastal schooners that worked up and down the west coast. For class power enthusiasts, they offer Cimba, a 32-foot classic Grand Banks.

Sailing cooperative for small-boat sailors and windsurfers. Not a traditional yacht club, but a non-profit sailing cooperative that owns a fleet of 23 sailboats from 14 to 26 feet. Lessons, cruises, and use of the fleet are all free to members for only a $200 per year membership fee -- the best deal on the bay for small-boat sailors. Join for the year for the price of renting a boat for a day!

Access: On the south side of the Berkeley Marina.

Canoe and kayak sales, rentals, classes, and trips. In Jack London Square; other locations in Sacramento and Half Moon Bay.

Sailboat school and rentals, 25 to 54 feet; also some trawlers. Locations in Sausalito, Alameda, and Richmond. Queen of the fleet is the EliBriSar, a stunning Jeanneau 54 that is the largest boat available on San Francisco Bay for bareboat chartering. Skippered charters also available.

Sailboat school and rentals, 25 to 54 feet; also some trawlers. Locations in Sausalito, Alameda, and Richmond. Queen of the fleet is the EliBriSar, a stunning Jeanneau 54 that is the largest boat available on San Francisco Bay for bareboat chartering. Skippered charters also available.

Sailboat school and rentals, 25 to 54 feet; also some trawlers. Locations in Sausalito, Alameda, and Richmond. Queen of the fleet is the EliBriSar, a stunning Jeanneau 54 that is the largest boat available on San Francisco Bay for bareboat chartering. Skippered charters also available.

Sailing school and club, with boats from 26 to 42 feet, including J/80, J/105, and J/120 performance sailboats. Crewed and bareboat charters.

Sailboat rentals, 27 to 42 feet, private charters, and weekly scheduled sail cruises.

Sailing school and sailboat rentals, 30 to 44 feet. Skippers available for charters with up to 6 passengers.

Sailing school and sailboat rentals, 22 to 43 feet. ASA certified sailing instruction, scheduled sailing cruises, and skippered charters also available.

Sailing school and sailboat rentals, 22 to 40 feet. Skippers available for crewed charters. Scheduled sailing cruises also available.

Club for rowing enthusiasts, with its own fleet of shells. Based at Schoonmaker Point Marina.

Kayak rentals on Corte Madera Creek. Rock climbing, backpacking, and kayak guided tours; in winter, backpacking, skiing and mountaineering.

Sailing school and sailboat rentals, 27 to 46 feet. Skippered charters also available (maximum 6 passengers).

Non-profit, volunteer-supported organization offering adult sailing classes from Clipper Yacht Harbor in Sausalito, as well as summer sailing camps for youths in Sausalito and San Rafael. Charters on a J-24, Ranger 23, or Yamaha 30 are available to members who have completed an advanced class. Thanks to corporate sponsors, the fees are low and scholarships are available.

Fractional sailing program on three Hunter sailboats, 33 to 36 feet. Pay a flat monthly fee for the use of one of the boats, with all maintenance, insurance, and berthing provided. At least 7 sailing times a month are guaranteed for $525 to $625 per month. If you're renting a sailboat more than one or twice a month, this is a less-expensive alternative that gives you much more sailing time.

Access: In Emery Cove Yacht Harbor, Emeryville

Based at Schoonmaker Point Marina in Sausalito, Cat Ballou is a luxurious 42-foot Catana catamaran offered only as a bareboat charter for qualified skippers.

The 38-foot catamaran Apparition sails from Schoonmaker Point Marina for both scheduled sunset sails and private charters for up to six people. She is also available as a bareboat charter. New 33-foot motor launch accommodates up to eight people.

Kayak rentals, classes, day trips, and excursions to exotic destinations. Based at Schoonmaker Point Marina.

Sailing school and sailboat rentals, 22 to 47 feet. Skippers available (maximum 6 passengers).

Sailing school and sailboat rentals, 22 to 42 feet. New Catalina 34. Skippers available (maximum 6 passengers). Located at Pier 40, South Beach Harbor. Dealer for Viper Sailboats. Windpath Sailing fractional ownership available.

Sailing school and sailboat rentals, 22 to 65 feet. Based at Marina Bay Yacht Harbor in Richmond. Club program available allowing unlimited use of the fleet. (Not a PICYA club.)

Sailboat rentals and lessons; in Horseshoe Cove.

The camera boat is a Nautica 25 foot Widebody, a high speed, ocean capable, RIB (rigid inflatable boat). Available for private charters; specially equipped to serve as a photography platform. Trailerable for use at any West Coast location.

Access: Rick Weber