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…

Your Contributions Fill Our Sails – Please Support 48° North!

Coinciding with our 45th anniversary, 48° North is making our annual request for financial support from you, our faithful readers. As a free, non-profit publication, 48º North depends on contributions from the community of…

Fall Boats Afloat Show Coming to South Lake Union

The Fall Boats Afloat Show will be coming to Seattle’s South Lake Union from September 17 - 20, spotlighting a world-class fleet of sailing yachts, high performance craft, the latest gear, and much more. This must-attend…

NMTA Grow Boating Grant Applications Now Open

The Northwest Marine Trade Association (NMTA) is once again making funds available for promoting boating in the Northwest; deadline to apply is October 31, 2026. The Northwest Marine Trade Association’s (NMTA) Grow Boating…

2026 J/105 North Americans Coming to Seattle

Racers around the region have surely noted the ramp-up in J/105 activity, and now the big event is on the horizon! Corinthian Yacht Club (CYC) of Seattle is excited to host the 2026 J/105 North Americans presented by the…

Marine Servicenter Expands into Northern California 

A longtime pillar of the Pacific Northwest marine industry, Marine Servicenter is continuing to expand its West Coast presence, and will now be the exclusive distributor of Jeanneau sailboats and yachts for Northern…

MY BOAT: Custom Wooden Ketch, Kailda

Every sailor knows the feeling of being drawn in by a boat that catches their eye and holds their attention for days, months, or even years. Maybe it’s just a small ad in a classifieds section, a listing on a broker’s…