The Northwest Maritime Center in Port Townsend, Washington, was abuzz at the annual Race to Alaska (R2AK) Blazer Party on September 6. Always a jovial affair in which R2AK racers …
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A casual observer may describe the Arthur Foss with her elegant, traditional lines as a beautiful old boat. A more astute admirer could guess that she is a tug from …
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For over four decades, Port Townsend has corralled the most ardent boaters together at the Wooden Boat Festival, and this year was no exception. The event once again showed its …
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At the 2019 Bellingham SeaFeast, local maritime figures and businesses were recognized through two awards, the Legacy of Bellingham Bay Award and the Soul of Bellingham Bay Awards. These awards …
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It is with heavy hearts that we honor the memory of Robbie Robinson, founder of Signature Yachts and friend to many. His peaceful death at age 61 on Sunday morning, …
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The Boating BC Association has awarded nine British Columbia students the Glenn Spartz Scholarship to further pursue their careers in the marine industry. The scholarship winners represent and work for …
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Washington’s Fish and Wildlife Commission is seeking a $24.5 million operating budget plus an additional $26 million in capital funds from the state legislature in the 2020 supplemental session to …
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The Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office is planning on recruiting two new members for its Recreation and Conservation Funding Board. The board administers grants to improve parks, outdoor spaces, …
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Alex Borton and his family completed an eight-day tour of the San Juan Islands aboard the Sam Devlin-designed Solar Sal 27, finishing the trip this summer without using any traditional …
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Having read Captain Vancouver’s journals years ago, I thought I knew the history of his epic voyage in the Pacific Northwest. I took for granted, foolishly, the accuracy and veracity …
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As summer winds down we start to think about the fall: harvests, pumpkins, fall leaves, misty mornings, apple harvests. Rather than mixing up a refreshing icy cocktail, one option is …
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On July 6, Mitchell Poling, a local boat builder and teacher, died peacefully in his sleep. He was known in his home of Port Townsend as a builder with a …