Free Mobile Pump-Out Coming to West Puget Sound
A new free mobile pump-out boat has launched in West Puget Sound to serve recreational boaters during the summer cruising season. Recreational boaters in West Puget Sound have a new and environmentally friendly way to…
Diesel Deep Dive: Run ’em Hard
Since their inception, diesel engines have been known to last for many thousands of operating hours under the most strenuous and abusive conditions, and yet recreational diesel engines seem to struggle compared to their…
Sea Scouts Set Sail with Youth Jazz Fundraiser at Port of Everett
Pacific Northwest sailors and music lovers alike are invited to the second annual Totem Middle School Jazz Club & Everett Sea Scouts Fundraiser on Friday, May 31 at the Port of Everett. This unique event combines…
Making the Leap to Multiple Hulls
A monohull sailor’s experience diving into the world of multihulls.
Hikes for Boaters: More San Juan Islands
The San Juan Islands are one of the great treasures for boaters in the Pacific Northwest, even more so for those who like to go hiking. Our previous column on the San Juan Islands covered our favorite hikes on Cypress and…
In The Galley: Silom’s Buttermilk Biscuits
Enjoy this delectable boaty biscuit recipe from our friends at Salish Sea Pilot... One of the highlights for our grandchildren aboard Silom is our traditional breakfast of homemade hot chocolate with fresh hot biscuits…
New West Marine App Modernizes Ordering for Boating Pros
West Marine Pro, the wholesale division of West Marine, has recently launched a full-featured mobile app to assist in getting supplies. Available on IOS and Android, the app is designed to make ordering marine parts fast,…
#TBT: Never Say Easy
In our latest Throwback Thursday, were are reminded that, on a boat, some of the simplest days can turn into the hardest. “It’s going to be a clear short trip tomorrow, we don’t have to rush in the morning. It will be easy.”…
Editor’s Letter: The Return
Who isn’t inspired by those always chasing the farthest horizon, the uncharted territory, the most wild and remote nooks? It’s a part of the dream for tons of us, and a reality for many. On the other hand, if I was limited…
Ericson Rendezvous Coming to Anacortes July 11-13
Ericson yacht owners of the Pacific Northwest will hold their annual Rendezvous this year at Cap Sante Marina in Anacortes on July 11-13. All current, past and even potential Ericson owners who are interested in learning and…