SARC UPDATE: More North American Tasar Events Now Included

The Tasar dinghy class has attracted some of the region's nest sailors for many years, and the list of World Champions based in the Seattle area is truly extraordinary—most recently and most prolifically Jonathan and Libby…

Pacific Northwest Small Boat Festival Coming to Port Ludlow

Join the Pocket Yachters and fellow boating enthusiasts at Port Ludlow Marina July 26-27 to celebrate small craft—from sailboats to rowboats and more. The Pacific Northwest Small Boat Festival (SBF) will showcase 75 small…

BoatUS Opens Grant Program for $7.5M to Remove Abandoned and Derelict Vessels

The problem of abandoned and derelict boats littering the nation's waterways has been on the rise for years, and many areas around the Pacific Northwest are in need of assistance cleaning them up. Fortunately, help is now…

Marine Buy-Swap-Sell Meet at Oak Harbor Yacht Club June 8

America’s Boating Club of Deception Pass  and the Oak Harbor Yacht Club are sponsoring a marine buy-sell-swap meet on Saturday, June 8 at the Oak Harbor Yacht Club from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will also feature low-cost,…

Community Boating Center Celebrates Completion of Wheelhouse Building Project

Bellingham's Community Boating Center (CBC) recently announced the completion of its long-awaited Wheelhouse Building Project, marking a significant milestone in the organization's journey to enhance accessibility and…

Lakebay Marina Redevelopment Project Asking For Boaters’ Input

The Lakebay Marina Redevelopment project is seeking to improve water access, add amenities, and honor the site's historic significance—and they need your help! Priorities for the project include: Engaging the community,…

Mobile Pumpout Boats Gain Popularity, Continue to Expand Throughout Puget Sound

Mobile pumpout boats improve water quality in Puget Sound and provide options for recreational boaters. That's great news as we head into boating season 2024! Looking ahead to Opening Day weekend in Seattle and the…

Anacortes Boat & Yacht Show featuring Trawlerfest returns May 18-20

A great option for fun, learning, and exploring different types of boats, the Anacortes Boat and Yacht Show featuring Trawlerfest is right around the corner. The Boat Show is May 16 - 18, 2024; Seminars run May 14 - 18,…

Schooner Zodiac Celebrating 100th Birthday with Open House

Well known around the Pacific Northwest, the 160-foot Schooner Zodiac will celebrate its 100th birthday at an Open House on Sunday, May 19th, at the Bellingham Cruise Terminal in Fairhaven from 11 a.m - 4 p.m. The ship…

Bellingham Yacht Club Kicks Off Boating Season May 4

The Bellingham Yacht Club launches the 2024 boating season on May 4 with an afternoon “Here Comes the Sun” boat parade for all and special events for members and dignitaries throughout the day. Membership is not needed to…