#TBT: Together Adventures — Family Cruising Near and Far
July 2, 2026
As we sweep into the summer's central holiday weekend, families will be taking to the water in every possible fashion. Whether your scope is hyper-local or literally global, our latest throwback Thursday from the August 2024…
Washington’s New 0.5% Recreational Boat Tax Goes Into Effect July 1
July 1, 2026
Though an industry coalition successfully thwarted a more significant luxury tax proposal on boat sales in 2025, a smaller but more broadly applied tax on recreational boat sales takes effect today. The following details…
TowBoatUS Expands On-Water Service in British Columbia
June 29, 2026
TowBoatUS recently announced its continued expansion in British Columbia with the opening of a fourth location in the province. TowBoatUS Sointula is now on the water, assisting recreational boaters around Malcolm Island,…
Swiftsure 2026: Good Advice and the Cape Flattery Win
June 24, 2026
Year in and year out, the Swiftsure International Yacht Race hosted by Royal Victoria Yacht Club, seems to teach me lessons about preparation. Of all the races in the Pacific Northwest, preparing for Swiftsure most closely…
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Hikes for Boaters: Even More San Juan Islands
June 23, 2026
No reader of this publication needs to be…
Friends, Remembrances, and a Great Event: Live on the Edge
June 18, 2026
Eugene Yacht Club's always fun and unique Live on the Edge Multihull Regatta pulled some extra heartstrings in 2026. Sometimes the biggest blessings come from the smallest places! Take, for instance, the MadCatter 50 Hobie…
Take a Ride With Cascadia Sailing’s Bow Team
June 18, 2026
The author handles the pit position on the…

Having sailed a variety of boats from 10 to…
Refinishing teak decks, including sanding,…