Tradition is a powerful theme in the maritime world. Boats have been referred to as “she” for centuries and superstitions persist to the point where otherwise-reasonable skippers will not allow …
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The 15th Annual Selene Northwest Rendezvous is slated for April 21st – 24th at Roche Harbor, San Juan Island. All Selene owners, and potential owners, are invited to join in …
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Activities & EntertainmentBoating Business
Wine Down at the Seattle Boat Show’s Uncorked Event
by Editorby EditorThe Seattle Boat Show starts today! And the Uncorked event on this opening night is a great way to kick off. While you’re at the show, stop by the Northwest …
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This year, Argosy Cruises is working with local small boat owners to organize a Parade of Boats Night on the evening of Friday, December 18. You can take part in this …
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Once again Argosy Cruises is orchestrating its Christmas Ship Festival. Buy a ticket and enjoy the event on one of their ships, or watch from shore or your very own …
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Activities & EntertainmentRendezvous
Winter Rendezvous III Ménage à Trois
by Kurt Hoehneby Kurt HoehneIt’s on again! What Chip started in 2014 keeps getting bigger and better. In 2016 it even falls on Valentines Day weekend (Feb 12-14)! Thanks to sponsors led by Boat Insurance …
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Activities & Entertainment
Roger Taylor on L. Francis Herreshoff at Center for Wooden Boats December 10
by Editorby EditorThis is one worth planning ahead for. From our friends at the Center for Wooden Boats in Seattle: A talk by the author, internationally acclaimed writer Roger C. Taylor, followed …
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Activities & EntertainmentEducationNavigation
Friday Talk on Barometers Open to the Public
by Editorby EditorBarometers will take center stage, courtesy of David Burch and Corinthian Yacht Club (Seattle) He’s entitled his talk “How an Accurate Barometer can Make your Sailing Safer and More Efficient.” Friday, …
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In mid-April a fleet of a dozen 70′ race boats are going to make their way into Puget Sound, finishing a leg from Qingdao, China. Among them will be the …
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Activities & Entertainment
The Low Black Schooner America at Foss Waterway Seaport
by Editorby EditorAmerica will be docked at the Foss Waterway Seaport and entry to the replica schooner including Dockside tours and presentations will be FREE with current membership to the Seaport. (Note that …
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Activities & EntertainmentMy Boat StoryTraditional
Hi-Laker History Comes Alive in La Conner
by Editorby EditorNorthwest Yachting reader and, Hi-Laker owner and now Hi-Laker expert, Steve Hurt, checks in from the La Conner Classic Car and Boat Show earlier this month: By Steve Hurt The …
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Activities & EntertainmentEnvironmental
Kyocera to Recycle Phones and Give Minutes to Military Personnel
by Editorby EditorIt’s great when a corporation figures out a way to participate in the community in a meaningful way. Kyocera Communications is helping both the environment and personnel in our armed …