Join the Racing Fun at the Whidbey Summer Classic Regatta July 10-12

The waters of Penn Cove are about to come alive again as the Whidbey Summer Classic Regatta (WSCR, Whisker for short) returns for another unforgettable weekend of racing, July 10-12. The regatta is quickly becoming one of…

Understanding Your Boat’s Safety Gear

The subject of safety gear has always been at the top of my list. This seems like a good place for me to return to 48° North. Safe boating affects us all, and safety at sea is inherently situational. My time in the U.S.…

Race Report: SYC Tri-Island Series #1 and #2

Seattle Yacht Club’s (SYC) Tri-Island Series is a pillar of the spring racing calendar, drawing large fleets for rewarding challenges on some of Puget Sound’s longest courses.  The 2026 series is off to a start that’s true…

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Lake Union Seaplane Advisory Buoys Go In On Memorial Day, Please ‘Mind The Zone’

With a warm, busy summer on Lake Union approaching, thousands of extra visitors coming to the Seattle area for FIFA World Cup games, and more outdoor recreators on the lake than ever, RBAW is gearing up its MindTheZone…

Anacortes Boat & Yacht Show is Underway — Sat, May 16 is Your Last Chance to Visit!

The Anacortes Boat & Yacht Show featuring Trawlerfest has become an annual favorite, for attendees and exhibiting businesses alike. The show opened Thursday, May 14 and closes Saturday May 16. Don't miss your chance to…

Transiting the Passes to Get You Beyond Desolation Sound

For boaters looking for adventure beyond Desolation Sound, some of the best cruising on the British Columbia coast lies farther north through the passes that lead to Johnstone Strait and to the Broughton Archipelago. There…

In the Galley: Warm Apple Walnut Breakfast

If you're planning on a spring cruise or are heading north this summer to cooler climates, try this protein packed breakfast recipe courtesy of our friends at Salish Sea Pilot... This is a great meal that can be made the day…

Visit Art Exhibition “A Nautical Celebration” at CWB

The Center for Wooden Boats recently announced the exhibit dates of PRIMA’s Jubilee Art Exhibition “A Nautical Celebration”, a free exhibit that is open to the public. The Pacific Rim Institute of Marine Artists (PRIMA) was…