Better Than Expected, As Always — Shaw Island Winter Classic 2024
The first North Sound race of the year is a predictably great tradition, the good times always surpass questions about the forecast.
Healing My Sailing Anxiety
How I Learned to Enjoy the Sailing Portion of the Cruising Lifestyle I Love
Destinations: Top Stops in Desolation Sound
In our latest destinations installment courtesy of SalishSeaPilot.com‘s Lynne Picard and Jim Burgoyne, we discover some of their favorite anchorages in Desolation Sound. Among the most common questions we get is: What are…
Only Six Spots Remain on 48° North Cruising Rally July 28 – August 2… Register today!
The 48° North Cruising Rally back again this year, and we're already over halfway to our limit of 15 boats. The rally runs from July 28 - August 2, 2024. Register while you still can, and join the fun!
Close to the Water: A Second Cruise with My Mate
A Second Cruise Brings Border Crossings, Uncertainty, and Lessons Learned.
Diesel Deep Dive: Magic Inside Your Cylinders
For many folks, the engine aboard their boat is a mystery and what happens inside can be closely compared to magic. You hit the start button or turn the key, and the engine fires right up! At least, you hope it does.
Rune is a 16-foot Pearson Hawk.
In July 2023,…
From the February 2008 issue of 48°…
NEW COLUMN: Hikes for Boaters
We are excited to welcome Michael Boyd and Karen Johnson to the family of 48° North columnists. Michael has written a handful of excellent 48° North features, which were paired with Karen’s beautiful photographs. Experienced…
Christina Wolfe of Orcas Island Wins Rolex Yachtswoman of the Year!
48° North contributor, Red Ruby Report columnist, and PNW sailor extraordinaire, Christina Wolfe, has been given an enormous honor, being selected as this year's Rolex Yachtswoman of the Year. We will be so excited to…