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22nd Annual Delta and Bay Extravaganza Trip Synopsis This year’s Extravaganza had a record of eleven boats and twenty-three captains and crew! We are always so impressed with the quality of people who join this annual voyage, and this trip was no exception! It is a privilege to call this group...

We are all hoping for good weather but at this point rain is likely in Petaluma... its a tradition now ;). Gary there are indeed nets at the duck club, but its also reel fun to wade in on the slippery rocks trying tackle a big striped bass that does not generally like the game... been there:)...

Our contact at South Beach Harbor suggests all boaters send a copy of vessel DMV & insurance to her in advance (if you cannot please bring documents to provide in person): "To make it easy, you are welcome to share my email and request to them to email me directly by adding in SUBJECT Line – C...

We are getting getting Slack Time ready! The cobwebs cleared, steering lubed, and new props installed! The dock fee at Petaluma is $37 per boat (all lengths). They prefer cash or check. J

Bay and Delta Extravaganza Update: Hello All, the mooring fees for Petaluma are $37. per boat. Please bring exact change for this (a check will work as well). We are trying for a Petaluma bridge opening at 2:00 PM, the bridge opening dictates speed/ departure time from Wheeler Island. We will...

Potluck Sign up update: We still need Pastries/muffins, Salad and potato or macaroni salad. Reminder, if you have not yet sent us a check be sure to do so ASAP :) Meat dish for breakfast, Steve and Karen Eggs for breakfast – John...

Thank you guys! Looking forward to seeing you soon.

Welcome to the 22nd Annual Delta and Bay Extravaganza! This year will be the biggest yet with eleven boats participating! Here is the final itinerary for our 7 day trip. We will start in Rio Vista on April 19th. We will head to the Black Mallard Duck Club on Wheeler Island for 2 nights then...

Delta and Extravaganza Attendees! Look for updates on full itinerary, pot luck sign ups, costs and details tomorrow. Modification to docking arrangements at Wheeler Island now allows a total of 11 boats which allows Stacey and Laurel of Serenity to attend! Thank you Colby for the uploaded...

We are pleased that there is so much interest in this year's Bay and Delta Extravaganza! We look forward to seeing all of you at the event. We are sorry that it is such limited space as we would love for all to experience this unique trip. Serenity is first on the wait list. We do encourage...

I have updated the participants for the 2026 Delta and Bay Extravaganza. We have reached our capacity of ten boats. We will start a wait list and encourage those who are interested in joining this event to let us know. It is not uncommon for spaces to open up as people drop out for various...

2026 Delta and Bay Extravaganza – Sign Up Here is the official invitation and sign up for the 22nd Delta and Bay Extravaganza! This year’s 7 day 6 night voyage is through the scenic California Delta and around the world famous San Francisco Bay. We have participated in the last 13 of these...

Greetings CBrats! The 2026 Delta and Bay Extravaganza will be April 19 to April 25 (Sunday to Saturday.) Itinerary and details next week! Mark your calendars! John and Laurie Slack Time

21st Annual Delta and Bay Extravaganza trip synapsis. The following is a recap of our week long voyage starting in Rio Vista on Sunday, May 4th, 2025. We had a total of six boats participating this year. Unfortunately two of our scheduled boats, Pounder (Jim and Kathy) and Olsurfdog...

Updates: Bridge Closure: Steve (SeaSpray) reminded me that the Rio Vista bridge will be closed for the weekend repairs beginning May 9th. This will not affect boating. Those who intend to use that bridge on Saturday to get home will need to work out a route that is best for you. There options...