First Cohort of High School Vessel Operations Graduates from Everett Area Maritime Education Partnership

Join us in celebrating the first Vessel Operations graduates from a high school maritime education partnership formed between Port of Everett, Maritime Institute, and Sno-Isle TECH Skills Center. Congratulations, graduates!…

Washington’s New 0.5% Recreational Boat Tax Went Into Effect July 1

Though an industry coalition successfully thwarted a more significant luxury tax proposal on boat sales in 2025, a smaller but more broadly applied tax on recreational boat sales took effect July 1. The following details…

TowBoatUS Expands On-Water Service in British Columbia

TowBoatUS recently announced its continued expansion in British Columbia with the opening of a fourth location in the province. TowBoatUS Sointula is now on the water, assisting recreational boaters around Malcolm Island,…

Classic Yachts Coming to Bell Harbor June 19-21

A Seattle tradition returns to the city center to celebrate the region's classic yachts and those who love them.

Rare Opportunity: Join the 48° North Crew

There's a chance to join the tight-knit 48° North crew, are you interested?

Be Whale Wise: Stay 1,000 Yards Away

With the summer boating and cruising season upon us, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is reminding boaters to follow the law and protect endangered Southern Resident killer whales (SRKW) by staying 1,000…

Join PSSC for “Beyond Home Waters” with Paul Tsai

The Puget Sound Cruising Club (PSCC ) is inviting boaters to an evening with local bluewater sailor and author Paul Tsai on June 19, as he shares his experiences leaping beyond our familiar home waters to explore two of the…

24th Annual PNW Pirates Bash Set For August 21-23 in Poulsbo

Since 2002, the PNW Pirates Bash has been making waves across Puget Sound and has evolved into a beloved annual pilgrimage for a dedicated crew of sailors known as the Pacific Northwest Pirates. The 24th edition will be…

Come Sailing in the Summer Twilight Series on Ludlow Bay

Set your calendars for Thursday, June 18, the first outing of the 2026 Twilight Sailing Series, brought to you by the Port Ludlow Yacht Club (PLYC) and the Port Ludlow Marina. On four Thursday afternoons this summer, sailors…

Lake Union Seaplane Advisory Buoys Go In On Memorial Day, Please ‘Mind The Zone’

With a warm, busy summer on Lake Union approaching, thousands of extra visitors coming to the Seattle area for FIFA World Cup games, and more outdoor recreators on the lake than ever, RBAW is gearing up its MindTheZone…