A Tale of Two Passages: Colombia>Aruba>Curaçao

We've owned the good ship Yahtzee for 11 years now and, with all the passages in our wake and the places we've been, our family has learned a lot about life and the realities of living aboard a traveling sailboat. Besides…

The Outside Passage

The lightning started at 1…

#TBT The ABSURDITY of Boat Projects

Pacific Northwest-based cruisers Becca and John sailed away on their Valiant 40 Halcyon and shared their great stories with 48° North for several years. In the time since, they've returned to our local waters, moved aboard a…

A Life Changing Weekend Cruise

The author's husband, Andrew, has spent his…

Close to the Water: The Log of Row Bird

No matter the size of the vessel, a log book still has a place aboard. When I tell fellow sailors that I keep a log for my 18-foot sail and oar boat, they mostly look puzzled. Why would I want to do that? I see them wonder.…

Sailing the Worries Away:
Cruising with My Mother

The author's mother aboard Hecate in Princess Louisa…

#TBT: The Kindest Coast

In our latest Throwback Thursday, take a ride with two best friends as they navigate the Inside Passage on a San Juan 24.

Registration Now Open for 48° North’s 2023 Cruising Rally

The 48° North Cruising Rally is back for another great year, running from July 23-28, 2023. Registration recently opened, so sign up and join the fun!