Seattle’s Newest Circumnavigator: David Linger (Part Two)

Last month, we introduced the 48° North community to Seattle sailor David…

Video: Duck Dodge Celebrates 50 Years of Racing on Lake Union

A Seattle sailing Tuesday night tradition, Duck Dodge celebrated 50 years of…

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Women at the Helm: Going the Distance

A collaborative race report from the crew of the Sierra 26, Dos

Leschi and Lakewood Marinas Certified as Clean Marinas

The Northwest Marine Trade Association (NMTA), Washington Sea Grant and others…

#TBT: Anchoring Etiquette

In our latest Throwback Thursday, 48° North editor Andy Cross gives his tips…

Whidbey Summer Classic Promises Fun, Sun, and Hospitality

A growing success each year, the Whidbey Summer Classic will return to Oak…

Washington Recognizes ‘Paddle Safe Week’ July 22-28

Washington State Governor Jay Inslee has issued a proclamation declaring the…

View from the Water: My Race to the Straits

This year’s Race to the Straits (RTTS) had to have had the best wind in a long…

Melges 24 Distraction’s Race Week Pursuit Race Win

Anacortes Race Week 2024 featured the event's first-ever pursuit distance race.…

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Ever Sunnier: The Proven Viability of Solar Boating

Solar boating is an interesting combination of powerboating and sailing, but I think it has more in…

Sun and Fun at the 54th Shaw Island Classic

Sunshine, variable winds and fog set the stage for the 54th annual Shaw Island Classic yacht race…

Hikes for Boaters: Gulf Islands

The Canadian Gulf Islands are just across the border from the San Juans and are similar in many…

NMTA Announces Available Grant Funding for Grow Boating Programs

The Northwest Marine Trade Association (NMTA) is once again making funds available for promoting…

Women Boatbuilders from Around the World to Gather at the Wooden Boat Festival 

Year after year, the Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival evolves, yet in many ways, it feels like…

Together Adventures: Family Cruising Near and Far

Over the years of cruising with our children, I’ve had a number of people contact me for advice…

Washington State Parks Increasing Mooring Fees in 2025

Amid increasing operating costs, the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission has decided…

Eight Bells: Kurt Hoehne

With great sadness, we announce our friend Kurt Hoehne's early and very unexpected passing. On July…

Three Sheets Northwest: Nature vs Nurture

We moved carefully through the islets and jagged rocks that formed the channel into Walters Cove.…