Casting Off: Better Sailing Means Going With the Flow to Learn as You Go
Sailing with more experienced sailors…
The Boat Geeks Podcast Sets Sail with Star-Studded Lineup of Inaugural Guests
The Boat Geeks podcast, a new PNW-based media venture in the maritime world, is delighted to announce the official launch of a show that takes boating enthusiasts on an exciting journey through the high seas of…
Editor’s Letter: Pass It On
With the Seattle Boat Show upon us, it's a great chance to channel our new-to-boat-life selves. It can inspire and encourage others. When the Seattle Boat Show rolls around, the boating community collectively thinks more…
The Joys in the Boat: How an Iconic Sport Helped Define the Region
My “gateway boat” was a rowing scull with double oars and a sliding seat. I nearly fell in the water at Green Lake the first time I attempted to board this 18-foot wherry from the dock, and once I managed to climb in, I…
Editor’s Letter: Small Events Are Good? Indeed.
I spend an inordinate amount of time thinking about increasing participation in sailing and boating. From my years running a sailing club and school, to a long tenure as a member and chair or the Northwest Marine Trade…
‘Twas the Morning of High Tide
'Twas the morning of high tide, and in the marina The brightwork did shine with a hint of patina; The burgees were hung on the yardarms with care, In hopes of adventures that sailors would share. The sheets were all snug on…
Shifting Gears: Winterizing A Powerboat Brings Fond Sailing Memories
Winter crossing of Commencement Bay in…
Editor’s Letter: A Very Good Year
Especially when I look through a boaty lens, a year-end reflection on the past 12 months is a fun exercise. To think about the people, places, boats, and experiences I’ve been able to enjoy… I’m one lucky guy. I’d say that…
Editor’s Letter: Lean into the Season
As boatfolk in the Pacific Northwest, we seldom forget that we can pursue our passion for being on the water year-round. We gear up to enable happier offseason cruising — installing heaters, investing in full-cockpit…
#TBT: Revisiting a Legend — R.M. “Tolly” Tollefson
In our latest Throwback Thursday, we honor legendary Pacific Northwest boat designer and builder, R.M. “Tolly” Tollefson; written by Deborah Bach for his 100th birthday. He is one of the Northwest’s most enduring and…
