48° North Boat Test: Hallberg-Rassy 40C
May 29, 2025
It’s a rare occurrence for me to conduct a boat test and have an experience far from expectations. Some, I know I’ll love from the jump. Others, I know I’m really exploring how well a boat does the job it sets out to do and…
Good Reads
May 28, 2025
Sailing to the Heart of Japan: A Cruising Adventure and How-To Guide
By Nicholas Coghlan
Washington Marine State Parks Looking for Hosts
May 28, 2025
If you're an avid boater in Washington and want to help our marine state parks and your fellow boaters, consider volunteering this summer as a marine park host! Marine park hosts assist boaters as they enter moorage areas,…
Weatherlogged: Uncovering Data and Stories in Early Logbooks
May 27, 2025
Uncovering Climate Data and Sea Stories in the Logbooks of Early Mariners By the time our boat reached the middle of Haro Strait, I knew that my husband Frank and I were in trouble. The weather report, checked at the dock…
Pacific NW Offshore: TC’s First Ocean Race
May 23, 2025
Light to building, fun to freezing—this young Hobie 33 crew learned a lot of important and worthwhile lessons on their first offshore race. A few days before this year’s Pacific NW Offshore, from lovely Ilwaco, Washington to…
#TBT: Dog-Friendly Destinations
May 22, 2025
In our latest Throwback Thursday, we're taking a look at all the great places dog owners can bring their pooches while out cruising.
Gig Harbor
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Relaxation in Home Waters
May 21, 2025
Jack works out in the cockpit gym in Reid…
EYC “Live on the Edge” Multihull Regatta Coming June 7-8
May 18, 2025
The 2025 edition of the Eugene Yacht Club's (EYC) "Live on the Edge" Multihull regatta is only 5 weeks away! The regatta also serves as the 2025 Weta North American West Coast Championship and is incorporated in the 2025…
One More Day to Enjoy Anacortes Boat & Yacht Show
May 16, 2025
The Anacortes Boat & Yacht Show featuring Trawlerfest is on, and it's great! Saturday May 17 is your last day to check out the show. Yesterday, I got to visit the Anacortes Boat and Yacht Show, an event that continues to…