Vanagons boast surfboards tied to their roof racks. Fishing boats come and go from the docks as freely as the thousands of whales that migrate through here every year. Free spirits gather to strum to the beat of the beach...
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Modern boats are jam-packed with sophisticated communication equipment. We trace the evolution of that tech from VHF to AIS to Wi-Fi and more. By Jeff Cote In the late 19th century, scientists and inventors harnessed a peculiar phenomenon that allowed...
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To Dry or Not To Dry, That is the Question! By Norris Comer Dry storage as a concept is less mandatory in the temperate coastal Pacific Northwest than most places throughout North America, but certainly attracts its fair share of...
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There is a serious lack of skilled maritime trades workers to fill the retirement gap, but within this crisis lies lucrative and rewarding opportunities for the young and hardworking. By Peter Schrappen Malcolm Dunston’s handshake is a bone crusher. This...
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For the adventurous boater, a trip up the Columbia River has much to offer. Herein is a crash course to cruising up the river, from the infamous Columbia River Bar to Lewiston, Idaho. By Chris Couch As fate would have...
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“Distrust and caution are the parents of security.” – Benjamin Franklin Generally, there are lots of expensive toys aboard even a modestly-sized boat, and wherever nice things exist, there will be those looking for their shot at a five-finger discount....
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Ever wonder how close your mast really is to the bottom of that bridge? By Captain Herb Hunt When traveling into the Seattle-area lakes eastward or expanding your horizons westward out to the Salish Sea, knowing our waterways, including the...
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Situated on the west end of Orcas Island, Deer Harbor, Washington, has all the services of more popular destinations but with a slower pace and none of the crowds. As a destination, Deer Harbor is overlooked by many San Juan...
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Claire Buor of Seattle was in her berth aboard the SS Admiral Sampson when she was awakened by the repeated sound of the ship’s whistle. It was about 0545 hours on August 26, 1914. Then the world turned upside down....
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The Pacific Northwest’s largest boat builder (by units) may be built in cattle country, but with their newest and largest build to date — the 290 Adventure— and bigger facilities in their crosshairs, this classic brand is ready to take...
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