New Killer Whale Watching and Proximity Law Takes Effect in Washington
Boaters throughout the region cherish the Southern Resident killer whales and celebrate the chance to see them. Whether you're seeking them out or coming across whales by chance, new regulations are now in place to better…
Help Us Out! Participate in 48N’s Readers Survey
By learning more about who you are and what you care about, you help 48° North set a new compass bearing as we sail into 2025! Happy New Year, friends! As we turn the page on our calendars, it’s time for us to freshen up a…
NMTA Awards $15,500 in Grow Boating Grants
The Northwest Marine Trade Association (NMTA) is proud to announce that its Grow Boating Committee has awarded $15,500 in grants to 14 organizations dedicated to improving boating access and experiences in the Pacific…
Seattle Boat Show Adds More Seminars, Panels and New Topics for 2025
Boating enthusiasts have more to explore than ever at the 2025 Seattle Boat Show, now featuring 150 free seminars on boating and fishing, up from 125 in 2024. With sessions on safety, technology, cruising, fishing and an…
NWSWB Launches Search for Executive Director, Delivers on Key Initiatives
After 10 incredible years as Executive Director of the Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding (NWSWB), Betsy Davis is planning for a joyful handoff of her leadership responsibilities in June 2025.
Seattle Christmas Boat Parade Setting Sail on December 14
A Seattle holiday classic is back in 2024, as the Christmas Boat Parade will bring local boaters together to light up the night and celebrate the season. It's that time of year again to bust out your boat's Christmas lights…
BoatUS Seeking Ideas to Report Abandoned and Derelict Vessels
Abandoned and derelict vessels are a growing problem throughout the Pacific Northwest and North America, and solutions for reporting them are needed. You can help! Now, in an effort to clean up the nation’s coasts and Great…
Mark Your Calendars: 2025 Seattle Boat Show January 31-February 8
The Seattle Boat Show cruises into town on Friday, January 31 and sails on through Saturday, February 8, 2025. It’s the largest show on the West Coast with two locations: indoors at Lumen Field Event Center—with hundreds of…
Around the Americas Project Holding Open House in Anacortes
Skagit Valley College (SVC) is holding an open house event for Around the Americas at the Marine Technology Center on Friday, October 25, from 3-5 p.m. SVG is serving as a lead partner in the Around the Americas project…
Take Washington State Parks Boater Survey
Washington State Parks is conducting a survey to help them enhance sewage disposal resources, and by taking it, you'll be entered to win a $500 gift card. Whether it’s less wait times at pump-outs, more port-a-potty dump…