All Systems Go for 51st Olympia Harbor Days
Vintage vessels, family friendly activities, tugboat races, live entertainment and more will highlight the 2024 Olympia Harbor Days Maritime Festival, August 30 - September 1. Get ready to set sail for an unforgettable…
NMTA Announces Available Grant Funding for Grow Boating Programs
The Northwest Marine Trade Association (NMTA) is once again making funds available for promoting boating in the Northwest; deadline to apply is Oct 31, 2024. NMTA recently announced the continuation of its Grow Boating grant…
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 reconnecting with a dear friend, and the inventive opportunities and unique stories within the wooden boat community continue…
Washington State Parks Increasing Mooring Fees in 2025
Amid increasing operating costs, the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission has decided to increase its mooring and camping fees for 2025 to better support its operations. The camping fee changes will take effect…
Video: Cutting a Big Hole in Duracell’s Cockpit
48° North contributors Matt Steverson and Janneke Petersen have been busy with their racer-to-cruiser refit of the Open 60 Duracell, most recently cutting holes in the boat for the engine and systems compartment. We love…
USCG Establishing Safety and Security Zones for Fleet Week and Seafair Weekend
The Coast Guard will enforce multiple safety and security zones on Elliott Bay and Lake Washington during Ship Tours and Seafair Weekend Festival August 2-4. No vessel is allowed within 100-yards of the protected vessels in…
Video: Duck Dodge Celebrates 50 Years of Racing on Lake Union
A Seattle sailing Tuesday night tradition, Duck Dodge celebrated 50 years of racing with their annual 'Tropical Night' festivities. Go along for the ride courtesy of King 5.
Sailors…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 recently announced the certification of Leschi and Lakewood Marinas, managed by Marina Management LLC, as Clean Marinas. The prestigious Clean…