Feedback Needed on Mobile Pumpout Vessel Locations Map
Attention boaters! Washington Sea Grant and its partners are looking for feedback on the new map showing real-time locations of mobile pumpout vessels. With the opening day of boating season upon us, it’s time for boaters to…
Waterline Boats Opens New Office in Port Townsend
Seattle-based Waterline Boats has opened up a new sales office in Port Townsend, joining this incredible community of maritime service providers. Waterline Boats, boat brokerage and dealership for Helmsman Trawlers, has…
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Puget Sound Cruising Club Partners with Other Clubs for Memorial Day Cruise
Puget Sound Cruising Club's annual Memorial Day weekend event joins forces with other area clubs. More friends and more fun! Ah, Memorial Day on Puget Sound... Few weekends get more cruisers excited! All across the region,…
Editor’s Letter: The Course Less Traveled
Cruising means something a little different to everyone. There are as many unique definitions as there are cruisers out chasing their dreams. Thankfully, the waters of the Pacific Northwest accommodate pretty much any…
Sailing Foundation Appoints New Youth Sailing Director
After a months-long search to fill the important role of Youth Sailing Director, the Sailing Foundation has hired experienced sailor and windsurfer Solvig Sayre. An extensive search process to hire a new Youth Sailing…
View from the Rescuing Vessel: Lessons from the Rescue of Three Overboard Sailors
When three crew members from the same boat went overboard during the Blakely Rock Benefit Race, the J/105 Avalanche responded. Here is their story and takeaways from the incident. On the return leg of the Sloop Tavern Yacht…
Racing Doublehanded in the UK on Red Ruby
In recent issues of 48° North, we’ve shared with readers how a unique partnership transpired that has enabled my husband Justin and I to purchase and campaign a SunFast 3300 in Europe with Jonathan McKee and his co-skipper…
Sailing a small boat is…
Beating the Odds — Eastsound Spring Regatta
Some "all-in" racing conditions made this year's Eastsound Spring Regatta (ESSR) an adventure to remember. Sailing in the spring can be a gamble, but odds are you’ll have a great weekend sailing on Orcas Island in any…
