Towards the southern end of Puget Sound and stretching most of the distance between Tacoma and Seattle lies Vashon Island, an oasis of small town living and private farms amongst the urban development that characterizes the shores surrounding it. Accessible...
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“Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” -Fred Rogers [aka Mr. Rogers] quoting his mother’s advice for handling disasters This month we continue the theme of boat towing in the second of a two-part Ask...
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Many boaters start as sailors before embracing the trawler lifestyle. Local boater Greg Van Belle tells his evolution from sail to power, with a little history on the world’s transition from sail.
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Mariner and rower Lia Ditton reflects on her sea salty background as she prepares to be the first person to row land-to-land solo across the Pacific Ocean.
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What's the best way to experience the wild waters of Alaska's Kenai Peninsula? Our managing editor hops aboard North Pacific Explorations' historic yacht Sea Star to learn a thing or two about expedition-style chartering. Rugged adventure meets luxury lifestyle.
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Local sailor Matt Pistay both skippered R2AK Team Angry Beaver – Skiff Sailing Foundation and crewed Sail Hamachi in Transpac to victory. Best sailing summer ever!
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Just a short ferry ride from Edmonds, the town of Kingston, Washington, holds the unofficial moniker of “Gateway to the Olympic Peninsula.” Kingston was once host to commercial freighters and private ferries for decades and today, welcomes hundreds of day-trippers...
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A Celebration of the First Mariners of the Salish Sea By Richard Walker ou hear the songs coming across the water before the prows of 11- and 13-person Northwest indigenous canoes come into view. One by one, the canoes draw...
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A Boater’s Reference to Coastal Hot Springs By Eva Seelye Cruising the coast can be a challenge and your body can pay the price with constant salt spray, calloused hands, sore muscles, and bruises in places you thought impossible. A...
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“Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” -Fred Rogers [aka Mr. Rogers] quoting his mother’s advice for handling disasters The simple truth about boating is that someday you’re going to need a tow. Maybe you’ll...
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