New Washington Fishermen’s Convention to Spotlight State’s Fishing Industry
The first-ever Washington Fishermen’s Convention is coming to Westport this winter, aimed at unifying and celebrating the state’s diverse fishing industry while bringing new and prospective fishermen into the fold. The…
Boats Afloat Show is ON Through September 14
Come check out all the boats and visit the 48° North booth to say hello and grab the latest edition or any other 2025 issue! The Boats Afloat Show at South Lake Union, produced by the Northwest Yacht Brokers Association, is…
Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival Is Underway!
Launching Friday September 5, 2025, the region's beloved (also the nation's largest) Wooden Boat Festival is ready to welcome you and there's a ton to make it a great experience. Through the morning mist, the unmistakable…
In the Biz: Duckworks Relauched for Plans and Sails
Small boat builders and the build-curious rejoice, Duckworks lives! It's been restarted (in 2.0 mode) by its founder as a marketplace for boat building plans and sails to match. A few months ago, we announced that the…
New Ownership and Energy at North Sails Seattle
North Sails Seattle is an independently-owned franchise of the world’s largest sail manufacturer, and as of August 1, 2025, this local sail loft has new owners. Accomplished sailors Alyosha Strum-Palerm and Tim Scanlon have…
Beats on the Bay 2025: A Floating Concert Series on Bellingham Bay
Join fellow boaters and community members for a magical, music-filled summer on the water as the Community Boating Center (CBC) and the Schooner Zodiac proudly present Beats on the Bay, a one-of-a-kind floating concert…
State Parks Clean Vessel Act Grant Program Funds $320,000 for Pumpout Projects Statewide
Recreational boaters in Washington waters will have an easier time disposing of vessel sewage thanks to over $320,000 in new federal pass-through grants for recreational boat pumpout projects. Awarded by the Washington State…
Take Equity and Inclusion Survey for Global Sailing
The Magenta Project has launched the 2×25 global survey, marking the start of the most ambitious equity and inclusion review ever undertaken in sailing and the wider marine industry. Building on the landmark 2019 Women in…
North U Performance Race Week Coming to Seattle in September
American Sailing's Performance Race Week presented by North U will once again be coming to the Seattle Sailing Club to help refine your racing skills. Held from September 15-19, 2025, seasoned coaches aboard J/80s are there…
Race Week Sets Sail in Bellingham on Monday
Summer's week-long sailboat racing funfest is North Sound bound and kicks off Monday. The new venue provides fresh course options to go with all the event's great traditions. The event that is summer’s sailboat racing…