Mindfulness & Restoration
Why VetsBoats
VetsBoats was born in 2014 from the passions of founder Terry Moran. Growing up on a wooden boat in Sausalito CA, he loved sailing with friends aboard Valiant, his 45' Sparkman Stephens that he restored with his father and son. Being a Navy grad and Veteran, he invited other Veterans and soon learned that he — and they — enjoyed the process and the rewards. Since then over 1,000 Veterans and their families have come sailing, in a network of over 10 boats.
Today, VetsBoats is restoring the 1938 gaff-rigged sailing vessel Clover strictly for the healing camaraderie that will come from this storied ship.
Clover's Journey
Clover is commandeered by the Royal Navy for six years of wartime support around the British Isles.
1939
Clover cruises as a private yacht to the Baltic and Mediterranean.
1945
Under new ownership, Clover is re-rigged as a sloop and cruises the Caribbean.
1960
Clover becomes a charter vessel, sailing through the Panama Canal and up to Sausalito, CA.
1968
Clover sails as a private yacht, winning her class in the Master Mariner’s Regatta.
1980
Falling on hard times, Clover begins a slow decline.
2000
VetsBoats works to save Clover and its dedicated team of shipwrights begins restoration.
2016
Over 20% of Clover's hull is replaced and she receives a new deck and engine.
2022
Clover is berthed most of the year at Sugar Dock in Richmond supporting the VetsBoats mission.
2023
VetsBoats commences restoration on the Pilothouse and installation of the electrical and plumbing systems.
2024
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ADDRESS
Physical:
800 Wharf Street
Richmond, CA 94804
Mailing:
1001 Bridgeway St. #608
Sausalito, CA, 94965
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