The Logbook: Entry Two

Catalina Island Tees – Where It All Began

Every voyage starts somewhere, and for Boat Crew Co., that place will always be Santa Catalina Island—the heart of Southern California’s boating lifestyle and the inspiration behind our first designs.

The Catalina Island Tees are more than shirts—they’re a tribute to island life, maritime heritage, and the crew culture that defines Boat Crew Co. Whether you’re a deckhand, cabin attendant, engineer, captain, or weekend mariner, these tees capture the same salt-streaked rhythm of the sea that built this brand.

The Origin of a Nautical Brand

Before Boat Crew Co. became a nautical apparel company, it was just an idea carried aboard ferries crossing between Long Beach, San Pedro, Dana Point and Catalina Island. Those long runs across the channel—spray on the windows, dolphins pacing the bow, whales breaching—sparked the concept for a clothing line built by people who actually live and work around boats.

Catalina has always been a gathering point for mariners, anglers, and travelers drawn to the sea. It’s the kind of place where the day’s plans depend on the tide, and where every good story begins with “we were about ten miles out…”

Our Catalina Island Tees pay tribute to that world.

Two Catalina Island Shirts, One Story

The Minimal Map Tee

Clean and modern, this design features a bold black silhouette of Catalina Island paired with the words Boat Crew Co. Catalina. It’s a refined take on a classic coastal tee—simple, stylish, and perfect for anyone who’s spent time on the water. The design captures Catalina’s distinct outline and celebrates the island’s reputation as one of the most iconic boating destinations in California.

The Vintage Anchor Tee

The second design leans into classic maritime style. A circular badge frames an anchor wrapped in rope, flanked by the Avalon Casino, yachts in the harbor, and Catalina’s green hills under a retro striped sunset. It’s a nod to traditional sailor tattoos and harbor emblems, blending nostalgia with modern craftsmanship.

Both designs belong to the Anchorage Series, a Boat Crew Co. collection dedicated to iconic boating destinations—each piece designed to carry the look, feel, and culture of the places where crews tie up and travelers drop anchor.

Catalina: The Soul of Southern California Boating

To anyone who’s crossed the channel, Catalina is more than a name—it’s a rite of passage. From Avalon to Two Harbors, Descanso Beach to Emerald Bay, the island holds decades of maritime tradition.

The Catalina Island Tees celebrate that legacy. They honor the island’s working mariners and weekend cruisers alike, capturing the balance of grit and freedom that defines California’s coastline. Whether you’ve coiled lines on deck, cast a line from the stern, or just watched the sunrise off the bow, these tees carry that memory forward.

Built for Comfort, Designed for the Sea

Both shirts are made from premium, soft-spun cotton that’s light, breathable, and durable enough for life at sea. They’re perfect for long ferry days, marina walks, or evening drinks overlooking the harbor.

Boat Crew Co. creates nautical apparel that’s functional, timeless, and inspired by real maritime experience—not trend chasing. Every detail of the Catalina Island Tees reflects that approach: clean typography, balanced graphics, and the durability to handle salt, sun, and adventure.

Carry the Island with You

Catalina Island is where the Boat Crew story began—and it continues to guide our course. These tees aren’t just for those who’ve been there, but for anyone who understands what it means to be drawn to the water.

Add the Catalina Island Tee to your lineup and carry a piece of the island wherever you go.

Logged and sealed, Boat Crew Co.