Friends of Falls of Clyde

Hughes Mining Barge (HMB-1)

Hughes Mining Barge (HMB-1)

One of the interesting sights in the Oakland Estuary is the HMB-1, which has a connection to Cold War history....

Relegated to a Bar Curiosity

Relegated to a Bar Curiosity

Auwe! On the eve of the Falls of Clyde’s 145th birthday, I find it painful to write this post. With...

Bookshelf: By Square-Rigger to Honolulu

Bookshelf: By Square-Rigger to Honolulu

I think the barque is the most beautiful thing I ever imagined as we sail along. She looks just like...

Falls of Clyde – August 2023 Update

Falls of Clyde – August 2023 Update

I have no words…

Falls of Clyde – October 2017 Update

Falls of Clyde – October 2017 Update

Although October has come and gone, there is still hope that a heavy-lift ship will be available to take the...

Falls of Clyde – July 2017 Update

Falls of Clyde – July 2017 Update

August is nearly upon us. The Friends of Falls of Clyde (FFOC) has stated to the press that Falls of...

Of Heavy-Lift and Four-Masted Sailing Ships

Of Heavy-Lift and Four-Masted Sailing Ships

Maritime Hawai‘i was chatting recently with one of the local harbor pilots about how easy it is for those working in...

Falls of Clyde – June 2017 Update

Falls of Clyde – June 2017 Update

At the beginning of the month, David O’Neill met with Friends of Falls of Clyde (FFOC) president, Bruce McEwan. Mr....

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