SVC Marine Surveying Program Getting New Format in 2027
Skagit Valley College is offering its Marine Surveying: Yachts and Small Craft program in a new hybrid format beginning January 2027. The program is designed to prepare students for careers in the marine industry through a…
Nominations Open for 2027 Leadership in Women’s Sailing Award
The National Women’s Sailing Association (NWSA) has opened nominations for the 2027 BoatUS/NWSA Leadership in Women’s Sailing Award, which is co-sponsored by the Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) and the…
Everett’s Harbor Marine Changing Hands After Nearly 50 Years
After nearly 50 years of serving the boating community of Everett and beyond, Harbor Marine founder Lauren Bivins is passing the baton to a new owner, Steve Carver, who plans to continue the legacy of the longtime marine…
BNSF Closing Salmon Bay Railroad Bridge for Maintenance
For racing, cruising, and day sailors looking to exit the Hiram M. Chittenden Lock, please be advised of the following maintenance announcement that the Salmon Bay Railroad Bridge will be closed in November and that there is…
Fall Construction Begins in San Juan Islands’ Marine Parks
With the summer cruising season in our wake, construction projects are now taking place at Stuart Island and Sucia Island marine state parks, which will be completed in February 2027. Here's the latest from Washington State…
Award-Winning Documentary About Callahan’s “Adrift” Now Streaming
At 48° North, we think of Steve Callahan as a friend after working together on a Wooden Boat Festival panel and consider his 48° North interview to be one of our favorite conversations in recent memory—it was so good we…
Be Whale Wise Launching Second Year of the Boater Ambassador Program
If you have a passion for engaging with your local boating community and also want to help be a part of protecting marine wildlife in the Salish Sea, consider becoming a Be Whale Wise Boater Ambassador. Be Whale Wise, in…
$1.3M Gift from Camilla Chandler Foundation Supports Boat School Students
The Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding (NWSWB) recently announced that it has received a $1.3 million gift from the Camilla Chandler Foundation which the school used to fully retire the debt on their academic…
Maritime Washington National Heritage Area Awards Grants Supporting Maritime Heritage
Congratulations to the organizations across Washington State who are receiving a total of $100,000 in funding for projects that support our region’s maritime heritage. These grants will expand ways for residents and visitors…
Bellingham SeaFeast Coming Sept. 26-27
Bellingham SeaFeast is back on September 26-27 and there will once again be a lot of great food, entertainment, and activities for the whole family. SeaFeast is dedicated to building community around Bellingham's working…