Diesel Deep Dive: Art of the Oil Change
Winter is upon us and many boaters are preparing their engines for winter storage, when they may sit or only be run periodically over the next few months. During the winterization process, one of the more important…
The Unique History of Roche Harbor
The author’s family ducked into the protected waters…
Close to the Water: The Old-Fashioned Way
Navigating the waters of the Pacific Northwest with simplicity and satisfaction
…Cruisers College Announces Fall Lineup of Classes for Boat Owners
Cruisers College, the boat-owner-specific marine technical education offered through Skagit Valley College, is gearing up for another great season of hands-on learning. Are you interested in acquiring the skills to maintain…
Summer 2024 is in full swing and…Diesel Deep Dive: The Importance of a Mechanical Survey
When spring arrived, vessel purchase and selling season in the Pacific Northwest was upon us. I could tell because my phone exploded with phone calls from folks reaching out to me shortly after buying their boat with…
Four Boating Tips for July 4th
It's always one of the busiest boating days of the year, and the fun-meter will be in the red! But safety is as important as ever during this holiday weekend with big crowds, long days, and varied experience levels on all…
Tiller Extensions, A Fun-Through-Skills Case Study
Sailing is many things, encompassing an astounding array of diverse skills and avenues, but nobody would say it is easy. When you step foot into a boat you’re captaining for the first time, it is not unusual to spend time…
Kevin pours salt into fresh water during his…