Urgent! Comment on Possible Blake Island Marina Changes
Changes could be coming to one of Washington State's most beloved boating destinations — now's your chance to weigh in. The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is developing the Blake Island Marine State…
Northwest Maritime Academy Opens Office and Training Facility in Anacortes
Anacortes continues to grow as a hub for marine industry businesses and education. It's now home to Northwest Maritime Academy's new facility. Just like life at sea, change is a constant in the maritime world in the Pacific…
Want to Join the 48° North Crew?!
48° North is hiring a Magazine Designer who can bring to life stories and information about sailing, boating, cruising, and paddling in the Pacific Northwest. The designer works with the 48° North editorial and…
Inaugural Spring Boats Afloat Show Will Set Sail in April
A new spring in-the-water boat show will take place at South Lake Union next month. Pacific Northwest boaters are no doubt familiar with the long-running Lake Union Boats Afloat Show that takes place in mid-September. The…
Pacific Northwest Offshore Race Changes Finish Venue for 2022
The late-spring classic that brings its fleet north up the Washington Coast will forego its traditional finish in Victoria, BC, and once again heads to Port Angeles. As we put together the SARC for 2022, we were excited to…
She Tells Sea Tales Will Happen Virtually on March 5
‘She Tells Sea Tales’ Elevates Voices of Women Mariners, Underrepresented in Maritime Industry Our Northwest Maritime Center (NWMC) colleagues do some of the coolest and most impactful stuff in the the Pacific Northwest…
New Program Prepares Crews for Commercial Fishing Jobs
Want to have an on-the-water adventure in Alaska? This new program will give you the experience you need to get a commercial fishing job. The Gig Harbor BoatShop and Washington Sea Grant are launching the Purse Seine Vessel…
Calling All High School Sailors!
Now is the time to join or support a local high school sailing program in the PNW This article was originally published in the February 2022 issue of 48° North As the spring season for high school sailing rapidly approaches,…
Enjoy Seattle Boat Show Seminars from Anywhere!
The first in-person Seattle Boat Show in two years is underway. Maybe you've already attended; but if you can't make it this year, you can still enjoy the seminars from the comfort of your home for up to three months after…
R2AK Boat Show Tailgate On for February 5!
The Race to Alaska is back for 2022 — and so too is the R2AK Boat Show Tailgate! Free food? Free beer? Sounds good to us. Oh and it's located next to the Seattle Boat Show! The Race to Alaska crew is once again hosting their…