Paul Bieker Named Winner of the Cruising Club of America’s Diana Russell Award

The CCA award for innovation goes to Pacific Northwesterner, Paul Bieker — leading-edge developer of hydrofoils and carbon-fiber structures for boats performing at the highest levels. The Cruising Club of America (CCA) has…

Pacific Northwest Sailing Couple Awarded 2021 Blue Water Medal

Honoring extraordinary endurance, the Cruising Club of America recently awarded double circumnavigators Ginger and Peter Niemann the 2021 Blue Water Medal. The Niemanns exemplify the spirit of adventure and determination…

Creating a Culture of Safety, A Skipper’s Responsibility

Essential safe-boating recommendations established by the Cruising Club of America’s Safety & Seamanship Committee The Cruising Club of America recently published guidance entitled “Creating a Culture of Safety: The…