Sailing Education Adventures

Baron, an active member of SEA, grew up near South Lake Tahoe in a town called Gardnerville, Nevada. He’s married to his lovely wife, Kristy Van Zant. Aside from Sailing and from being an employee of the Design Partnership in San Francisco, their daughter Stella Claire Hershberger keeps him busy most of the time.

Baron had been riding his bike around the marinas and then got inspired to explore and sail The Bay. He found SEA on the internet, enrolled in a class and has been hooked on sailing and the community focused organization ever since. After one year of sailing, some may lay claim Baron is now more sailor than cyclist.

He loves the adventure sails because he's challenged by the changing weather conditions. Though The City is close by, he can still feel so secluded sailing on The Bay.  Sailing got him out of his comfort zone and he learned something new.

His favorite places to sail are Richardson Bay, downwind to Angel Island and then the beat to The Golden Bridge. He wishes to discover more places as he continues to explore the world of sailing.  He enjoys the people of SEA the most, including students, members and SEA staff. And, he gets involved by attending educational trips, seminars and social events.  The ‘Flotilla’ sail to an Angel Island BBQ is his personal favorite, as it was a perfect day with friends, food, sailing and great weather.

When not sailing, he and his family enjoys walking along the coastal trails, cycling and, of course, designing architectural projects. Though he is an Architect by profession, his was schooled in furniture making, something he still aspires to do. One day, he wishes to fulfill one of his goals with a sailing and scuba diving vacation in the Caribbean.