Fisheries Supply Spring Swap Meet Set for April 20

Spring is on the horizon and so is the always-popular Fisheries Supply Swap Meet — Saturday, April 20!

Registration Open for Two-Day Boating Skills and Certification Course

Earn the required Washington State Boater Education Card at this two-day boating skills course by the America’s Boating Club of Deception Pass. Registration is now open for America’s Boating Course, a two-day boating skills…

Columnist Lisa Mighetto Wins BWI Writing Award for Her 48N Story, “Once More, With Feeling”

Please join us in congratulating 48° North's history and cruising columnist, Lisa Mighetto—the author of our recurring series A Northwest Sailor Navigates the Past. Her always excellent work was recently recognized with an…

The Boat Geeks Podcast Sets Sail with Star-Studded Lineup of Inaugural Guests

The Boat Geeks podcast, a new PNW-based media venture in the maritime world, is delighted to announce the official launch of a show that takes boating enthusiasts on an exciting journey through the high seas of…

February Products News

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Only Six Spots Remain on 48° North Cruising Rally July 28 – August 2… Register today!

The 48° North Cruising Rally back again this year, and we're already over halfway to our limit of 15 boats. The rally runs from July 28 - August 2, 2024. Register while you still can, and join the fun!

Christina Wolfe of Orcas Island Wins Rolex Yachtswoman of the Year!

48° North contributor, Red Ruby Report columnist, and PNW sailor extraordinaire, Christina Wolfe, has been given an enormous honor, being selected as this year's Rolex Yachtswoman of the Year. We will be so excited to…

48° North’s Top 25 Racing Sailboats for 2023

Wow, what a year 2023 was! Such great racing in every imaginable condition around the Salish Sea. And the 48° North Top 25 returns to honor the best performing racing keelboat teams in the region. Participating in many…

CYC Seattle’s Fridays in February Series 2024

The popular presentation series returns with three new inspiring and informative evenings about cruising in Desolation Sound, the Broughtons, and Italy's Amalfi Coast. Social Hour             6:00 – 7:00 pm (No Host Bar…

Sea Tales at Artful Sailor, February 18: Sailing with The Golden Rule

At The Artful Sailor's loft in Port Townsend, a unique and inspiring presentation will take place on February 18, 2024. Lovers of sea tales, pacifism, commitment, and oceangoing wooden sailboats are sure to enjoy a special…