Customs Clearance at Roche Harbor Now Done With CBP ROAM App

If you're coming into the United States from British Columbia by boat, the customs office at Roche Harbor Resort is no longer a staffed point of entry. US Customs & Border Protection strongly recommends using the CBP…

Jedediah Island’s Deep Bay Gets Upgraded Stern Tie Moorings

A beloved Salish Sea cruising stop has recently received upgraded stern tie chains thanks the BC Marine Parks Forever Society. Boaters will see improved stern ties when visiting Jedediah Marine Provincial Park. The stern tie…

Washington Recognizes ‘Paddle Safe Week’

Washington State Governor Jay Inslee has issued a proclamation declaring the week of July 21-27 to be statewide Paddle Safe Week. Find out why and get tips on paddling safe! In partnership with the Washington State Parks…

USCG Establishing Safety and Security Zones for Fleet Week and Seafair

The Coast Guard will enforce multiple safety and security zones on Elliott Bay and Lake Washington during the upcoming Parade of Ships, Fleet Week, and Seafair festival August 1-6. A reminder to PNW boater's that during the…

Whidbey Summer Classic Regatta, July 28-30

Summer sailing in Penn Cove is as classic as it gets! Here are some details about Oak Harbor Yacht Club's upcoming event.  Oak Harbor Yacht Club has a long history of running world class regattas and the Whidbey Island…

Cruisers Welcome at Saturna Island Lamb Barbecue July 1

The Saturna Island Lamb Barbecue is a community tradition 73 years in the making, and all are welcome! Why not celebrate the start of the cruising season with a trip to Canada? Winter Cove, Saturna Island has long been a…

Learn How to Catch Dungeness Crab in Local PNW Waters

Interested in learning how to catch your own crab, but don't know how to get started? There's a FREE seminar for that! The America’s Boating Club of Deception Pass is offering a free Crabbing 101 seminar, to be held on…

Race, Party, Play — Race Week Returns to Anacortes

Sailors, racers, pals, and party-people rejoice — Race Week is nearly two weeks away! Returning to the idyllic surroundings of Anacortes for 2023, Race Week is on from June 26-30. Race Week in Anacortes is a wonderful blend…

Port Townsend Pocket Yacht Palooza – Largest Exhibit of Small Craft in North America

Mark your calendar for the free July 29th Pocket Yacht Palooza in Port Townsend, Washington. Fifty+ small, trailerable boats will be exhibited including sail & oar, small motor cruisers, kayaks, rowing craft, and more.…