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May 2020
POSTPONED: Mother’s Day Saturday Sail
Come to The Center for Wooden Boats at Cama Beach for their annual Mother’s Day Saturday Sail. Arrive early to sign up for free boat rides on a variety of boats (sailing, paddling, rowing, or motor), then participate in other fun activities while you wait for your ride (toy boat building, park activities, etc.). Ride sign-ups will fill up early; rides will happen throughout the day. A Discover Pass is needed for parking at Cama Beach State Park. When: Saturday,…
Find out more »Coastal Cafe Podcast
Washington Sea Grant, in partnership with KPTZ 91.9 FM in Port Townsend, WA, produces Coastal Cafe, a science-based radio program focusing on regional marine science news. Coastal Cafe brings the latest in marine science information directly to coastal communities in Washington State. Hosts Aaron Barnett and MaryAnn Wagner explore science with researchers, policy experts and people who live and work on the coast about issues impacting Washington State coastal communities and the natural environment. Tune in at 91.9 FM on…
Find out more »June 2020
Coastal Cafe Podcast
Washington Sea Grant, in partnership with KPTZ 91.9 FM in Port Townsend, WA, produces Coastal Cafe, a science-based radio program focusing on regional marine science news. Coastal Cafe brings the latest in marine science information directly to coastal communities in Washington State. Hosts Aaron Barnett and MaryAnn Wagner explore science with researchers, policy experts and people who live and work on the coast about issues impacting Washington State coastal communities and the natural environment. Tune in at 91.9 FM on…
Find out more »Rules of Road & Aids to Navigation – Virtual Class
Lights, sounds, right of way: know the rules! Who has right of way? Where’s the channel? By the end of this class, you’ll understand the maneuvering rules, lights, sound signals, and buoys that allow us to navigate safely around hazards and other vessels. This class is offered via Zoom by the Northwest Maritime Center. Click the event website link below to register and learn more!
Find out more »Tides & Currents – Virtual Class
Tides and currents are a huge part of boating in the Salish Sea. Knowing the forces at work, the resources available and the boat skills needed to safely operate is paramount to a successful on-the-water adventure. Kayak, inflatable, sailboat, or powerboat—all are affected by the rise and fall of the tide. Whether a day trip on Port Townsend Bay or a trip up the Inside Passage, this class will help you with safe boat-trip planning. This class is offered via…
Find out more »July 2020
Electronic Navigation & VHF – Virtual Class
This is an introduction to the many electronic tools and instruments that can help us navigate safely: Depth Sounders, GPS, Chart Plotters, AIS, Radar and VHF radios. The class features a discussion of the common errors associated with each system and what they can and can not tell you. Includes video from our Simulator, and a chance to practice mayday calls. This class is offered via Zoom by the Northwest Maritime Center. Click the event website link below to register…
Find out more »No Impact Docking – Virtual Class
How to dock without fear (or damages)! No yelling! No leaping! We’ll see slides, handouts, and tips for successful docking strategies for keelboats and trawlers, and how to practice them. We’ll learn how to use prop walk, winds, and spring lines to your advantage…the finer points of docking without bow thrusters or twin screws. This class is offered via Zoom by the Northwest Maritime Center. Click the event website link below to register and learn more!
Find out more »Charts & Dead Reckoning – Virtual Class
Navigation without a GPS! You’ll learn to use latitude, longitude, compass bearings, transits, and your paper charts to know where you are. This is an introduction to the traditional art of dead reckoning. This class is offered via Zoom by the Northwest Maritime Center. Click the event website link below to register and learn more!
Find out more »POSTPONED: Tri-City Water Follies
UPDATE: This event has been postponed. Check the event webpage below for more details. The 55th Annual Water Follies in Tri-Cities, WA is billed as Eastern Washington's largest weekend festival. This year's Columbia Cup will mark the 55th time Unlimited Hydroplanes have raced on the Columbia River. The weekend will also feature an airshow as well as other activities for kids and families.
Find out more »August 2020
Rules of Road & Aids to Navigation – Virtual Class
Lights, sounds, right of way: know the rules! Who has right of way? Where’s the channel? By the end of this class, you’ll understand the maneuvering rules, lights, sound signals, and buoys that allow us to navigate safely around hazards and other vessels. This class is offered via Zoom by the Northwest Maritime Center. Click the event website link below to register and learn more!
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