Necessary or Nice: Cruising With a Code Zero

Wonderful, Fussy, Mostly Unnecessary

Northwest Maivens Impress at Linda Elias Memorial Women’s Invitational

A talented group of local sailors went south to join a star-studded fleet, and…

#TBT: Goodwill in Whittier

In our latest Throwback Thursday, we find out once again how assistance from…

In the Galley: Super Simple Irish Soda Bread

If you're out for a winter cruise this season and want to warm the boat with…

Cascadia Sailing: Learn, Train, Progress, Repeat

The talented and accomplished team of sailors who make up the newly formed…

Takeaways from Twenty Years of Sailing Instruction

Sitting in a 15-foot RIB at the pin end of the start line, my arms are crossed…

Seattle Boat Show Announces 144 Free Boating & Fishing Seminars for 2026

For boaters looking to grow their skills, confidence, and on-the-water…

Close to the Water: Sailor’s Day Off

As the steward of three wooden craft, I look forward to the Port Townsend…

Skagit Valley College Launches New Marine Surveying Program 

Skagit Valley College is launching a new nine-week professional course this…

Thanksgiving Inspiration from Fall Harvest Season in the PNW

If you're looking for any last minute culinary ideas to round out your…

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Gig Harbor Junior Sailing Awarded $1,000,000 Gift from the Stearns Family Foundation to Support “Charting Our Course” Initiative

Gig Harbor Junior Sailing (GHJS) is thrilled to announce a generous $1 million dollar gift from the…

Sailing Foundation Sets Dates for 2026 Safety at Sea Courses

The Sailing Foundation has scheduled dates for the 2026 US Sailing International Offshore hands-on…

Editor’s Letter: Through Three-Year-Old Eyes

I am fortunate to be connected with the full array of ways to approach boat life, and am moved and…

Race Report: SYC Grand Prix

Seattle Yacht Club’s Grand Prix Regatta on October 24-26 was the battle of the year, primarily but…

#TBT: Cruising the North Coast Wilderness

In our latest Throwback Thursday, 48° North contributor Michael Boyd shares some tips for preparing…

Cruising with Critters: Viewing Wildlife from a Boat

"Who is that?” I asked my husband Frank while on a mooring ball at Sucia Island. It was one of our…

Southern Sound Series Dates Confirmed for 2025-2026 Series

The Southern Sound Series is the centerpiece of offseason racing calendars around Puget Sound, and…