For those of you going to FINA Worlds this August looking for an interesting way to spend an afternoon away from the pool. I most strongly recommend the San Francisco Maritime National Historic Park: http://www.nps.gov/safr/
It's located right by Fishermans' Wharf. It has a museum and some preserved sailing vessels to tour. Best of all, the Park Rangers give discussions and presentations that are absolutely fascinating. I still remember a Ranger who could sing and play the fiddle explain how sea chanties were used as working songs to help the crew get various tasks done. Raising sails, weighing anchor, operating the bilge pumps, etc. After he was done with the talking part, he led us onto the deck and played the role of the chantyman while a crew of tourist volunteers raised a sail on one of the ships. Wonderful stuff if your a history buff or sailing enthusiast.
Matt
San Francisco is a great city, but I've seen the major sites there a few times. I think I'm going to drive down to Monterey on my off day this summer and visit the aquarium. Maybe stop in Santa Cruz on the way back. Oh yeah, I suppose I'll also catch a Giants game. I've seen a game at Candlestick, but haven't been to the new park yet.
San Francisco is a great city, but I've seen the major sites there a few times. I think I'm going to drive down to Monterey on my off day this summer and visit the aquarium. Maybe stop in Santa Cruz on the way back. Oh yeah, I suppose I'll also catch a Giants game. I've seen a game at Candlestick, but haven't been to the new park yet.
