Galley Essentials: A Winter Kayak to Henry Island
An offseason kayaking trip to Henry Island pairs well with some delicious dishes. Splish, splash, splish, splash is the recurring rhythmic sound emanating from my paddle blade as it dips into the cool water. I pull the blade…
These are a few of our favorite (boat) things
From the December 2020 issue of 48° North If you’ve ever lived-aboard or spent much time on a boat, you probably know it’s the little things — that galley gadget, that tool you can’t do without — that make life afloat…
The Right Boat
You probably know this type of boater; the person who has a hard time with commitment. This year they’re training in an Alden rowing shell, next year outfitting an Ericson 38 keeps them busy—until the following season, when…
A Small Boat, A Lot of Learning, & Big Time Fun
From the October, 2020 issue of 48° North Will and I met at the Marina Cafe, a spot known for its homemade pastries and strong cups of coffee. I had been talking with him about buying his boat for some time and had even gone…
Leaky Teaky Tiki – A Refit to Keep the Rain Out
Facing water intrusion, a cruising couple endeavors to refresh and reseal the teak decks of their trawler. "Leaky tiki" is a nickname for otherwise awesome trawlers with water intrusion issues. Our beloved 37-foot 1977 Puget…
Baby Onboard: Anacortes Sailing Community Bundle of Joy
The Anacortes sailing community gains a new sailor While the 2020 sailing season has been a little different this year between online events and masked races, the community and joy that sailing brings is still alive and…
Galley Essentials: Seven Efficient Galley Gadgets, and Recipes to Match
I delight in efficient galley gadgets, so I’d like to introduce you to Morgan’s review of onboard essentials plus some great recipes she’s eager to share. A few years ago, she and her husband downsized, sold their home in…
Depoe Bay, Oregon named “Best Harbor in the U.S.”
Congratulations to Depoe Bay!
Beautiful Depoe Bay, Oregon. (Photos…
Artist’s View for July: Tracks in the Sand
If you can identify the tracks, you know know which furry friends visited the beach recently.
PNW Hero: Sarah Hanavan
Growing a yacht club youth program from 4 participants to more than 60 in four years; coaching her high school racers to achieve the highest-ever finish for a Northwest team at a Mallory Cup Fleet Racing National…
