State Parks Begins Mooring Buoy Repair Project in San Juan Islands
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission began contracted mooring buoy repair work on July 12. The months-long maintenance project will service salvageable state-owned, public mooring buoys to ensure they are in…
National Sailing Hall of Fame Announces 2021 Class
The National Sailing Hall of Fame recently announced its inductee class for 2021, and two PNW sailing greats made the list — Carl Buchan and Dick Rose. “The remarkable achievements of this year’s class exemplify excellence…
Seattle J/80 Owners are Sailing at Nationals and Worlds in Denmark
Three Seattle J/80 owners have combined forces to charter a boat and bring some of the fun J/80 fleet spirit in the Puget Sound region to world-level competition for the 2021 J/80 Danish National Championship and the J/80…
Respectful Play, So We Can Stay in Andrews Bay
Lake Washington's only overnight anchorage, Andrews Bay, is a vibrant summertime scene with boats and revelers congregating, often in large numbers. The bay's neighbors have raised concerns about noise and wake, so it's…
Boaters Urged to Use Caution Around Cold Water During Heat Wave
The Pacific Northwest is experiencing a heat wave and boaters, kayakers and paddlers are being urged to remember that, despite the high air temperatures, the water is cold and potentially dangerous. With local water…
Sailor Dies After Falling Overboard During Race Week Anacortes
It is with heavy hearts that we at 48° North pass along the news of a fatality at Race Week Anacortes on June 22. Our sincere condolences go out to the family, friends, and crew mates of Greg Mueller. Sailing aboard the…
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This article originally appeared in the June 2021 issue of 48° North.
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Northwest Maritime Center Envisions Community Classroom, Buys Swan Hotel
Onward! The Northwest Maritime Center moves forward with plans to grow their campus and reach more students and community members. With a need to expand their campus for growing programs and engaging more students, the…
Get Ready to Raise Your Sails—Sailstice is Tomorrow!
The global celebration of sailing — Summer Sailstice — turns 21 tomorrow! Here are a few ways to participate and share the sailstice love. In addition to being a new federal holiday in the United States (Juneteenth -…
MY BOAT | A Classic Racer-Cruiser, the Swan 391 OxoMoxo
This article originally appeared in the June 2021 issue of 48° North. For Doug Frazer, sailing started at a young age in a remarkably unconventional way when, in 1962, his dad bought a 36-foot wooden staysail schooner that…