First Cohort of High School Vessel Operations Graduates from Everett Area Maritime Education Partnership
Join us in celebrating the first Vessel Operations graduates from a high school maritime education partnership formed between Port of Everett, Maritime Institute, and Sno-Isle TECH Skills Center. Congratulations, graduates!…
Hard-Fought Miles Brings R2AK 2026 to a Close in Ketchikan
What a year it has been for the Race to Alaska! Winners have been crowned, but it's the last few teams bringing up the rear that are showing why this race is so special. Here's a report by the R2AK media team from the…
Washington’s New 0.5% Recreational Boat Tax Went Into Effect July 1
Though an industry coalition successfully thwarted a more significant luxury tax proposal on boat sales in 2025, a smaller but more broadly applied tax on recreational boat sales took effect July 1. The following details…
TowBoatUS Expands On-Water Service in British Columbia
TowBoatUS recently announced its continued expansion in British Columbia with the opening of a fourth location in the province. TowBoatUS Sointula is now on the water, assisting recreational boaters around Malcolm Island,…
Classic Yachts Coming to Bell Harbor June 19-21
A Seattle tradition returns to the city center to celebrate the region's classic yachts and those who love them.
Rare Opportunity: Join the 48° North Crew
There's a chance to join the tight-knit 48° North crew, are you interested?
R2AK Ruckus and Race Start this Weekend!
The 2026 Race to Alaska (R2AK) starts on Sunday, June 14 at 5 a.m. in Port Townsend, but before that happens, head over to Northwest Maritime to party with the racers, see some cool boats on the hard, get delicious food and…
Be Whale Wise: Stay 1,000 Yards Away
With the summer boating and cruising season upon us, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is reminding boaters to follow the law and protect endangered Southern Resident killer whales (SRKW) by staying 1,000…
Washington Marine State Parks Looking for Hosts
If you're an avid boater in Washington and want to help our marine state parks and your fellow boaters, consider volunteering this summer as a marine park host! Marine park hosts assist boaters as they enter moorage areas,…