Recap: Race Week Bellingham
Ahhh, Race Week. The highlight of summer for many Pacific Northwest sailors for so many years. After a breezy success in its first year in its new venue of Bellingham in 2025, Race Week made its return to the “City of…
Cruisers College Announces Fall Lineup of Classes for Boat Owners
Cruisers College, the boat-owner-specific marine technical education offered through Skagit Valley College, is gearing up for another great season of hands-on learning. Are you interested in acquiring the skills to maintain…
Application for the 2027 Van Isle 360 Race is Open
Applications for the 2027 Van Isle 360 International Yacht Race opened on July 2, 2026, and within 10 days there were 8 submissions under consideration! The race is set to take place from Friday, June 4, 2027, through…
Historic Around the Americas Sailing Expedition Concludes in Anacortes
Huge congratulations goes out to the intrepid crew of One Ocean, who recently returned to Anacortes after a 27,000-mile journey around North America and south to Cape Horn, carrying out research along the way. After more…
Video: Duracell Gets a Fancy Paint Job
48° North contributors Matt Steverson and Janneke Petersen have been busy with their racer-to-cruiser refit of the Open 60 Duracell, most recently giving the boat an amazing paint job. We love following along as Matt and…
Tribal Guide to Maritime Washington is Now Live
The Maritime Washington National Heritage Area is excited to introduce its Tribal Guide to Maritime Washington. This multimedia online guide invites boaters, residents, and visitors alike to learn about the Indigenous…
CWB Norm Blanchard W.O.O.D. Regatta Coming Sept. 19
Join your fellow racers for a day of friendly competition at the Center for Wooden Boats (CWB) Norm Blanchard W.O.O.D. Regatta on September 19 on Lake Union. The Center for Wooden Boats’ annual Norm Blanchard W.O.O.D.…
Rigging Showcase at the Wooden Boat Festival
The Wooden Boat Festival (September 11-13) always has a ton of things to see, do, and learn for boat geeks, and we're particularly excited about this year's Rigging Showcase, which will be presented by master riggers from…
RVYC Salish Sea Regatta Registration Now Open
Royal Vancouver Yacht Club's annual Salish Sea Regatta is coming up on September 11-13 and registration is open to those looking for an exciting racing experience. This year will be the 6th Annual Salish Sea Regatta. A…