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All too civilized! As February race days go, this year’s Toliva Shoal Race delivered south Sound conditions that were... simply pleasant (page 58).

Photo courtesy of Jan Anderson.

This month’s cover, “Sunfish Camp,” is by Keith Wilkie Seascapes, coastal and marine art available at www.KeithWilkieArt.com 4

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March 2016 Sailing Schools of the Pacific NW & BC

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Lessons Learned Cruising

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Reflections on Raising a Sailor

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Galley Essentials with Amanda

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The Art of the Delivery

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How-to: Do a Spring Pre-Sail Checklist

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48° North Interview: Tucker Thompson

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The Human Element of Sail Design

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Artist’s View - Secrets of the Salish Sea

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Choosing a Youth Sailing Program

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48° North Race Report

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For kids and adults, local sailing schools should be your first stop if you’re learning to sail or honing your skills.

Taboo Sailing: the watery road less traveled.

By Jamie and Behan Gifford A father’s thoughts on facilitating a love for the sport.

By Carl Bergan A spring trip down the coast will make you hungry.

By Amanda Swan Neal The new season brings delivery opportunities.

By Andy Schwenk At 101 years old, this sailor and skier is still the man.

By Kirsten Bergstrom The Wilkens go through their preseason check.

By Jack and Alex Wilken

The Official Public Host of the 35th America’s Cup.

By Joe Cline The first installment Sailmaker Sessions Series.

By Dale Waagmeester Pile Perch: A silvery flash by your dock.

By Larry Eifert

Some considerations to help you make the best choice.

By Andrew Nelson Toliva Shoal, Winter Shaw, Girts Rekevics, and more.

DEPARTMENTS

Editorial 6 Letters 8 Calendar 14 Lowtide 18 Trivia 25 In the Biz 26

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Springtime New Beginnings March is a month of significance for sailors around the Pacific Northwest. We’ve been talking about the “sailing season” since New Years, but it begins in earnest this month. Though I’m always giddy at the start of what constitutes the regular racing season for me, I’m doubly excited that we turn the clock forward. That evening daylight, even just an hour, can be the difference between an after-work sail and another ho-hum night on the couch, at the gym, or in the bar... It’s a magnificent feeling, that sense that something new is upon us, and it’s all around in the springtime. It also happens to be everywhere at 48° North right now, and there are plenty of new beginnings throughout this issue.

This is, after all, our Learn to Sail issue. For those of us invested in sharing the sport of sailing, in seeing it grow and ushering in the next generation (young or old), focusing on sailors who are learning or will learn someday soon is one of the best uses of our time. It’s a rite of spring in its own way. A new crop of youngsters is old enough to join a youth program or take the helm from mom and dad and get their first feel of how sailing works. They’re buds of our sailing garden. So, too, are the adults who will give sailing a try or decide that, this year, they want to be more than a passenger on their friends’ boats. The sailing horizons of those new to our sport are as full of possibility as any springtime panorama.

In this issue, we give a brief profile of the sailing schools in our region (page 30).

While I like to say that there are many paths to the mountaintop when it comes to learning to sail, make no mistake that these schools are eager to help you and your family get to that mountaintop quickly and with very few stumbles. Having been directly involved in one of these schools for a number of years, I can tell you that this is as exciting a time for sailing program leaders and instructors as it is for their students. Lesson schedules are filling up, seasonal staff find their way back to the office, and the fleets should be spruced up after a winter of infrequent use.

Now, if you’ve got your own boat, whether you race, cruise, daysail, or all of the above, there’s a good chance that your boat has been a bit underutilized over the winter. Sailboats, all boats really, thrive with use and suffer with dormancy.

So, be sure to check out Jack and Alex’s excellent Preseason Checklist article (page 47) to make your boat feel as fresh as a daisy (or a crocus, or a tulip).

The new racing season kicks off for many this month, as well. Here in Seattle, it’s all about the Center Sound Series, but the racing calendar is already bursting around the Salish Sea. Our pal, Andy Schwenk, reminds us that with racing season comes delivery season, too (page 42). He’ll give you some things to think about regarding delivery dynamics for owners, skippers, and crew. But, he also reminds us that a delivery is an opportune time for a newer crew members to practice things on the boat you often don’t get to do: driving, trimming, and scrubbing the bilge... Many paths to the mountaintop, remember?

As I mentioned, the office here at the good ship 48° North is teeming with life and springy new beginnings. Chief among them is the launch of our new website platform. We will bring you lots more of the kinds of stories and information you enjoy in the pages of our magazine. The magazine will always be our number one priority, but we’re already having so much fun being able to share stories, news, and ideas on a more-than-monthly basis. Please check it out! Additionally, this month marks the debut of a new series that will be sharing space in the magazine and on www.48north.com. We’re calling it the Sailmaker Sessions. Each month, we’ll be publish two different articles (an informational article in print and an interview online) featuring a different local sailmaker. They’re often some of the most experienced and best loved sailors in our community; and through this series, we’re eager to help them share some of their knowledge as well as their personal stories.

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33' Hans Christian '85............. 89,500 31' CR 310 '02...........................SOLD 30' Fisher PH '75...................... 83,700 30' Hunter '79.......................... 23,450 29' Gulf Pilothouse '85........... 29,500

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Letters All the Power You Need

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Hey Joe, Here are Oak Harbor Yacht Club members Rex and Suzie DuPuis, Mike and Carole Rowe, and Craig and Billie Ford, are reading 48° North at 18° North while enjoying the warmth of Sandy Spit in the British Virgin Islands, with ponchos on to remind them of home.

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I always follow, with interest, your Top 25 Boats and it was great to see that some additional races were added into the scoring. For 2016, I'm wondering if you would consider the Patos Island Race - which runs out of the Sidney North Yacht Club in April. Each year, this cross border race is gathering more competitors from both Canada and USA, and 2016 marks the 35th running of race. It’s open to PHRF and one-design, and the long course is a Van Isle 360 qualifier.

There are long and short courses that take you through some of the most picturesque and tactically challenging waters in the Gulf and San Juan Islands. Participants typically range from Crown 24s to Santa Cruz 70s - all are welcome! Thanks for considering this. I think it would be a worthy addition to the Top 25.

Regards, Steve Lipscomb Thanks for the message, Steve. We’ll take it under advisement, but we’ve got to stick with the current list for 2016 since it has already been published and is technically underway. I haven’t done the race, but think it sounds fun! Have other readers done the Patos Island Race and love it?

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PNW Sailors in Cuba Dear 48° North Crew, We have just returned from a trip to Cuba where we visited the Club Nautico Internacional Hemingway de la Habana - the premier yacht club of Havana. In the top photo, you can see we proudly displayed last month's 48° North Magazine! Pictured from left to right are: Wendy Gray, Mac Madenwald, Steve Orsini and Ginger Orsini (all members of the Anacortes Yacht Club). The photo below is when we met their Commodore, Jose Miguel Diaz Escrich, and exchanged a burgee with him from the Anacortes Yacht Club. Three of us are past commodores of AYC: Steve Orsini 2013, Wendy Gray 1991/1992 and Mac Madenwald , 2012.

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Regards, Wendy Gray Thanks, Wendy. Whether racing, cruising, or just traveling, it’s exciting to see so many people visiting Cuba. Cruisers have found their way there over the years, but with the embargo lifted, two well-attended distance races to Cuba left from Florida in the last month, another sign of a new era...

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Art Inspired by R2AK and the Inside Passage Hi Joe, This is Hannah, a member of Team GRIN from the inaugural Race to Alaska. I have some Inside-Passageinspired artwork I've been working on for a show in March at the Northwest Maritime Center and I remembered you mentioning art opportunities at 48° North.

Hope all is well, Hannah Viano Thanks Hannah! We couldn’t resist sharing your art here, since our readers got to know you and the others on Team GRIN during the R2AK, and because your art so beautifully captures some of that Inside Passage and R2AK experience. Well done! www.48North.com

Letters Shilshole Bay Pay Parking?

Dear 48° North, By now, many will have heard that the Port of Seattle is considering implementing pay parking as Shilshole Bay Marina, as early as this summer. The decision has not yet been made, but is expected soon.

As there is no ‘parking problem’ to be solved, the Sloop Tavern Yacht Club (STYC) is opposed to any change in the parking situation at Shilshole. If the Port decides to start pay parking we are asking the Port for a seat at the table so that we will have input into the details. While each tenant may or may not get free parking for one car, there would certainly be charges for guests and crew, as well as for any other area users.

It is expected that if the Port converts its Shilshole lots to pay parking that the City will also implement pay parking on Seaview Ave., making the closest free parking the lots at Golden Gardens or residential areas. There are many diverse users of the Shilshole/Golden Gardens recreational area.

These include the boat ramp, sport fishing, park patrons, and dog park users. As area users look for free parking, the park lots will soon fill and reduce the public access to this local treasure as well.

We need to have all interested parties contact the Port of Seattle, Seattle Parks, and other government agencies that may have influence. In addition, get other users and their organizations, such as other yacht clubs, dog clubs, fishing clubs, and Friends of Seattle Parks, etc., involved in this effort to stop this action by the Port. The more comments received by more officials, the better.

The time to have any input is NOW. Link to paid parking notice: http://www.portseattle.org/Marinas/Shilshole-BayMarina/Pages/What%27s-Ahead.aspx General contact form to use to contact the Marine Division: http://www.portseattle.org/About/Contact/ Pages/default.aspx Thanks, Damon Darley

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That would be a big change for a frequently used, but seemingly seldom over-crowded, marina. As we often do with letters like this, we print it, but also give the other party a chance to respond. Here’s the Port of Seattle’s response: Dear 48° North Readers, We have put the RFP process on hold for now. We are still in the process of gathering the information that will help inform our decisions on parking at Shilshole Bay Marina. We will be in close contact with Shilshole moorage customers as we have further discussions. We’ll be in touch when things develop further.

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U.S. Coast Guard First Aid at Sea, sponsored by Washington Sea Grant and WSU Jefferson County Extension, (206) 543-1225 or (360) 379-5610 ext. 204 19 Experience the America's Cup with Tucker Thompson at the NW Maritime Center, www.nwmaritime.org 19 Gig Harbor Yacht Club Islands Race, www.ssssclub.com 19 Coho Ho Ho Rally Kick Off Party at Fisheries Supply, email: LeeYoungblood@earthlink.net 19-20 San Juan 21 Fleet 1 MBYC Spring Regatta, Bellevue, www.sj21fleet1.org 19-20 Meydenbauer Bay YC Spring Sail Regatta, www.mbycwa.org 20 The Center for Wooden Boats Heavy Weather Seminar, (206) 382-2628 or email: registration@cwb.org 21 USMA Captain's License Master, www.usmaritime.us 23 Bellevue Sail & Power Squadron Anchoring Seminar, www.bellevueppowersquadron.org 25-27 West Vancouver YC Southern Straits Race, www.southernstraits.ca 26 Corinthian YC Center Sound Series Three Tree Point Race, www.cycseattle.org 26 Port Orchard Annual Spring Shakedown Race, www.wscyc.net 26-27 Puget Sound Cruising Club cruise to Blake Island, www.pugetsoundcruisingclub.org 18

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Calendar 7-10 Strictly Sail Pacific Boat Show in Richmond, CA, http://strictlysailpacific.com 8-10 Anacortes Boat Show at Cap Sante Marina, www.anacortesboatshow.com 9 48° North/Fisheries Supply Swap Meet, Mariner Square Parking lot, 7:00am-1:00 pm, call (206) 632-3555 9 San Juan 21 Fleet 1 Spring #1 Around Mercer Island, Coulon Park, Renton, www.sj21fleet1.org 9-10 Corinthian YC PSSR Small Boat Regatta, cycseattle.org 9-10 Northwest Maritime Spring Symposium, www.nwmaritime.org 9-10 Patos Island Classic Race, www.patosislandrace.com 11 The Everett Sail and Power Squadron's America's Boating Course at the Port of Everett, (425) 778-0283 12 TWSA Sailing Class begins, TWSA76@gmail.com 16-17 Corinthian YC PSSR Large Boat Regatta, cycseattle.org 20 Wooden Boat Wednesday at Northwest Maritime Center, www.nwmaritime.org 20 The Center for Wooden Boats Heavy Weather Seminar, (206) 382-2628 or email: registration@cwb.org 20-22 Pacific Trawler Rendezvous at Roche Harbor, email: mjsilhan@gmail.com 23 Poulsbo Invitational Race, www.wscyc.net 23 Maritime Museum of BC's Massive Marine Garage Sale, Ogden Point, Pier A, 9:00 am-1:00 pm, (250) 385-4333 x 102 23 Maritime Swap Meet at the Northwest Maritime Center, contact scott@nwmaritime.org 23-24 San Juan 21 Fleet 1 TTPYC Spring Regatta, Des Moines, www.sj21fleet1.org 30-1 Seattle YC Protection Island Race, www.seattleyachtclub.org

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Seattle YC Opening Day, www.seattleyachtclub.org Sloop Tavern YC Race to the Straits, www.styc.org Seattle YC Mark Meyer Race, www.seattleyachtclub.org Seattle YC Vashon Island Race, www.styc.org Poulsbo Orchard Invitational Race, www.wscyc.net Wooden Boat Wednesday at NW Maritime Center presents “How the Wooden Boat Festival Began,” www.nwmaritime.org South Sound Women's Boating Seminar at Olympia YC, 21 www.ssssclub.com/wbs.htm 21-22 Corinthian YC P.O.D. Regatta, www.cycseattle.org 21-22 San Juan 21 Fleet 1 CYC P.O.D. Regatta, www.sj21fleet1.org 28-29 Royal Victoria YC Swiftsure Regatta, www.swiftsure.org

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Northwest Maritime Center Events

Boater’s Swap Meet It’s time again to get that box of stuff out of the garage, empty the lazarette and head to the 48° North Boater’s Swap Meet. Hundreds, even thousands, of your fellow boaters will be there selling those items that you’ve been yearning for but couldn’t find, and buying those items you’ve stored forever that someone really needs. It’s a bargain hunter’s paradise.

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March 4-6: Race to Alaska Prep Series. Join other wanna-be racers for a weekend of fun and information about the R2AK and how to prepare for it.

2015 racers will be on hand to answer questions throughout the weekend.

March 12: “She Tells Sea Tales.” A lineup of experienced maritime women gather to share stories and poems about their diverse maritime lifestyles. This is an annual fundraiser for the Girls’ Boat Project, which focuses on supporting and educating young women in a variety of maritime trades.

March 16: Wooden Boat Wednesday.

A speaker from the upcoming Spring Symposium will provide a sneak preview.

April 9-10: Spring Symposium. The Northwest Maritime Center will offer a day and a half of hands-on classes offered by top-notch instructors at the 2016 Spring Symposium. Enjoy small classes with one-on-one, in-depth instruction, and an opportunity to participate in a Q&A with a panel of experts in various fields.

April 20: Wooden Boat Wednesday April 23: Maritime Swap Meet The third annual swap meet is designed to give you an opportunity to clean out your garage or shop and make a few dollars. Contact scott@nwmaritime.org to reserve a free spot.

May 18: Wooden Boat Wednesday Many of the original boats, speakers, and participants from the first Wooden Boat Festival, back in 1977, will be returning this year. Join us for a look at how the whole thing started.

For more information check: nwmaritime.org

Coho Ho Ho Lowtide Rally Kick Off Party March 19

Experience the America’s Cup with Tucker Thompson March 19 Join us at Northwest Maritime for an evening of inspired and engaging entertainment! Tucker Thompson, official TV and Public Host of the 35th America’s Cup, will present his exciting multi-media pageant, providing an exclusive insider’s look at the quest for international sports' oldest trophy.

Highlights include: • The Cup’s storied history • Secrets behind Oracle Team USA’s dramatic comeback in AC34 • Behind-the-scenes view of the 35th America’s Cup in Bermuda!

Check: www.nwmaritime.org

Northwest Multihull Association Events March 1: Cruising on Sailboat with Electric Motor and Solar Panels. Bill Quigley will discuss converting his Farrier trimaran from outboard gas power to Torqeedo electric power.

Discussion will include battery capacity, range, usability, and solar recharging capability from a 2-week cruise of the San Juan islands last August.

April 5: Northwest Multihull Association meeting at 7:00 pm at Puget Sound Yacht Club on Lake Union, 2321 N Northlake Way, Seattle. For more information: www.nwmultihull.org (206) 795-2111.

Attention Yacht Clubs & Race Committees!

48° North‘s Annual Coast Guard Meeting March 16 48° North’s Annual Coast Guard Meeting will be on Wednesday, March 16, from 6:30-8:00 pm, at the 48° North office. 6327 Seaview Ave NW, right behind West Marine at Shilshole. Social hour begins at 6:00 pm. If you have any questions about maritime (race) event permits, VTS rules and putting on a fun and safe event, this meeting is for you.

For info call (206) 789-7350 or email: karen@48north.com

Come check out the Coho Ho Ho Rally! We are starting earlier this year with a great team of volunteers.

Every year we get a lot better, and the rally shows it. We have almost filled our Coho Seminar Series, with 12 seminars already scheduled, plus field trips and raft-ups. We still have a few slots for boats heading down the coast this year. If you are considering heading down the coast, this year or next, come check us out at our Coho Ho Ho Kick Off Party at the Fisheries Supply courtyard, starting at 2:00 pm.

This will be a good time to mingle and mix, and meet other cruisers with plans to head south too! What a great learning experience!

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Topics covered include CPR, patient assessment, hypothermia, cold water, near drowning, shock, trauma, burns, fractures, choking, immobilization, and essentials for first aid kits.

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The AquaDrive system solves a problem nearly a century old; the fact that marine engines are installed on soft engine mounts and attached almost rigidly to the propeller shaft.

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Strictly Sail Pacific Boat Show April 7-10 The 2016 Strictly Sail Pacific Boat Show will visit the San Francisco Bay area at its new location at the Craneway Pavilion and Marina Bay Yacht Harbor.

The new Richmond, CA, location will allow Sail America to expand the event inside the pavilion and outside on the water with sailboats of every size and budget, including sleek racers, multihulls, family cruisers and luxury yachts.

The show will feature hundreds of boats, gear, accessories, free seminars and interactive activities for young aspiring sailors.

From nautical novices to serious sailors, the 21st annual Strictly Sail Pacific is the place for people to immerse themselves in the sailing lifestyle, talk to experts, participate in hands-on seminars, learn new techniques and check out the latest marine gear.

“This expansive new location will provide Sail America with the capacity to expand this show even more to further promote the growth of recreational sailing on the West Coast,” Sail America Association Manager Peter Durant said in a statement. “We are excited to move the show to Richmond into this spacious marina and beautiful indoor venue to accommodate the demand from our exhibitors and consumers for more expansive indoor and outdoor spaces.”

The pavilion is a 45,000-squarefoot facility with an adjoining 20,000-square-foot open-air patio, blending indoor and outdoor spaces.

Set on 25 waterfront acres, the newly renovated 40,000-square-foot conference center features a large general session area and four breakout rooms.

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Columbia Marine Exchange

The Everett Sail and Power Squadron will be offering the 7-week class, America’s Boating Course, on the fundamentals of safe boating at Port of Everett (Everett YC Building) Orca Room, 404 – 14th Street, Everett, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Topics include: an introduction to various types of boats; boating laws related to registration, state and local regulation; required safety equipment; accident reporting; protecting the marine environment; weather; and many more subjects of special interest to boaters. The course is designed to familiarize the student with the basics needed to operate a boat safely and be in compliance with state and federal laws. Upon successful completion of the final test, students will qualify for the Washington State Boater Education card. Please register online at usps.org/Everett, or contact James West at (425) 778-0283 or by email phnx789@msn.com

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Tucker Thompson, official TV and Public Host of the 35th America’s Cup, will present his exciting multi-media pageant, providing an exclusive insider’s look at the quest for international sports' oldest trophy.

Highlights Include: • The Cup’s storied history • Secrets behind Oracle Team USA’s dramatic comeback in AC34 • Behind-the-scenes view of what to expect at the 35th America’s Cup in Bermuda!

Program sponsored by the Bermuda Tourism Authority.

NWMC Member Tickets: $5 Non-Member Tickets $10

Spring Symposium April 9 & 10, 2016 Small classes with one-on-one, in-depth instruction from experienced, well-known instructors!

An opportunity to participate in a Q&A with a panel of experts.

Symposium Highlights: • The Right Mast for Your Boat with Brion Toss • Cruising Sail Inventory: Cruising Headsails and Mainsails with Carol Hasse • Downwind Sail Trim and Setting a Pole with Lisa Vizzini • Offshore Captaincy: A Leadership Toolkit with Nancy Erley • Night Navigation and Radar: A Simulator Class with Ace Spragg & Sonja Frojen

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Pacific Trawlers Rendezvous May 20-22

Bellevue Sail & Power Squadron Classes & Seminars

The Sailing Foundation is proud to once again offer a hands-on training sponsored by US Sailing and ISAF. The course meets all the requirements for ISAF sanctioned international races in the PNW. The course will be offered on Bainbridge Island. There is an optional third day hands-on Lifesling Clinic on March 7. For more information go to www.thesailingfoundation.org

Attention owners of Pacific Trawler 37's and 40's: The 2016 Pacific Trawlers Rendezvous will be held at Roche Harbor. More details will be provided as we get closer to the event.

Please indicate if you are able to attend by sending an email to Mike at mjsilhan@gmail.com. If your boat has been sold, please provide information for the new owners, if possible.

All are taught by qualified, experienced members. The ABC Public Boating classes will satisfy the requirements for the Washington State Boaters card. Some are offered with on-the-water training. Register Online on the BSPS website, www. bellevuepowersquadron.org/ Education.

Seminars at West Marine Bellevue: March 9: VHF Marine Radio March 23: Anchoring

Puget Sound Cruising Club Events PSCC meetings are held at North Seattle Community College, 7:30 pm, in the Concert Hall LB1142.

A donation of $5 per adult is requested to cover expenses. Go to: www.pugetsoundcruisingclub.org March 18: Presenting Dick Blumenthal, the noted historical researcher who produced the Maritime Place Names, followed the early explorers, and translated many of their journals.

March 26-27: Blake Island for a salmon bake at Tillicum Village and campfire on the beach.

TWSA Sailing Class April 12 The Spring Classes will be starting April 12 and will run for six sessions (usually six weeks). Classes will be offered for Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced Sailors.

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Washington Irving wrote the first English-language biography of Columbus, The Complete Voyages of Christopher Columbus, in 1828.

During Magellan’s voyage he quelled a mutiny by executing a ship’s captain and marooning another off the coast of Brazil.

In 1614, Dutch explorer Adriaen Block discovered the Connecticut River.

Block Island, Rhode Island was named for him.

King Charles I of Spain, who in 1518 commissioned Ferdinand Magellan’s voyage of discovery, was only 18 years old.

Food was so scarce on Magellan’s voyage that men were forced to eat the leather off the ships’ rigging.

Robert Ballard, whose most famous discovery was the Titanic in 1985, also in 2002 discovered PT 109, the patrol torpedo boat commanded by John F. Kennedy, near the Solomon Islands.

Ballard also located the German battleship Bismarck in 1989, ancient Roman ships off Tunisia in 1997, and the USS Yorktown in 1998.

Among provisions on Magellan’s expedition were 10,000 fishhooks.

The distance traveled on the Magellan voyage was 15 times greater than that covered by Columbus’s first voyage to the New World.

On August 10, 1990, the spacecraft Magellan landed on Venus on the anniversary of the day Ferdinand Magellan’s ships set sail from Spain in 1519 on the first circumnavigation of the earth.

The Columbia River was named after a ship. It was named after Captain Robert Gray’s ship, the Columbia. He was the first European explorer to sail up it May 12, 1792.

George Vancouver joined the British navy at 13, and at 15 joined explorer James Cook on Cook’s second voyage (1772-1775), then was a midshipman on Cook’s third voyage. A day before Cook was killed by natives in Hawaii, Vancouver had survived an attack by them. Cook and four of his crew were killed.

James Michener, naval historian, wrote Tales of the South Pacific on the island of Vanuatu.

The U.S. Coast Guard in peace time operates under the Department of Transportation, but in wartime it falls under the direction of the Secretary of the Navy.

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Lowtide Seaview West Boatyard is pleased to announce the return of Andy McBride as Service Writer.

Andy began his maritime career in 1974 doing bottom painting, fiberglass work, and commissioning for Offshore Yachts at Shilshole Bay. He then worked for Boeing as a tool and die maker until 1981 when he met up with Phil Riise at Seaview West Boatyard and came onboard as a rigger. Andy branched out into all areas of the yard eventually becoming manager of Seaview West.

In 2003 Andy left Seaview to work in other areas of the marine industry on larger pleasure and fishing vessels. Since Andy’s return he’s become reacquainted with many of his old customers and is making friends with new ones.

Contact Andy at (206) 783-6550 or email at john@seaviewboatyard.com

The Port of Edmonds has installed two new restroom buildings to support marina operations. Port of Edmonds Marina has over 900 year-around marina customers. In addition, Port staff launched over 4,000 boats from trailers and has hosted nearly 3,300 boats visiting the marina. These new facilities will not be open for use by the general public. The Port is in the process of remodeling the existing public restrooms to service walkers and other casual visitors to the Edmonds waterfront.

The City of Gig Harbor is currently undertaking a utility construction project at Jerisich Dock, 3211 Harborview Drive, in an effort to upgrade the amenities offered at the location. Improvements will include the ability to provide water and power services to moored vessels. Project also includes automatic payment kiosk and gangway resurfacing.

For information check: www.cityofgigharbor.net

J. Keith Perry recently joined the Seattle Yachts team as a broker at large.

Keith grew up spending his summers on the New Jersey Shore and later at Cape Cod sailing and boating aboard the several vessels built by his father including a custom bilge keel friendship sloop designed by prolific boat designer Phil Bolger. In 2012, he left Chicago for Seattle moving aboard an Eagle 53 pilothouse trawler in Shilshole Bay Marina. In early 2015, he retired from his brokerage firm and now is looking forward to a new challenge assisting our clients with their yachting lifestyle.

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The last thing boaters want while enjoying marina life is a glitch in shore power. Hubbell engineered its new weatherproof FD Boxes and Angled Adapters to deliver complete electrical reliability and ease of use. Combined, they create the only code-compliant 45 cu. in. solution for 50A, four-wire installations.

Fully UL Listed, the new surface mount FD Boxes accept receptacles from 15A to 30A Twist-Lock®, in duplex

or single configurations.

It measures 30 cu. in., and is made of highimpact thermoplastic material. The FD Box has options for a 3/4" or 1" NPT threaded hub, both tapered to make a watertight seal between the box and the conduit pipe. The angle design reduces cable strain and helps avert bent prongs when the boater inserts or removes the shore

power plug. The Angle Adapter can be installed alone for panel applications, too. Both the FD Box and Angled Adapter feature stainless steel mounting brackets for proper grounding, and external mounting supports.

Contact: www.hubbell-marine.com

Already ABYC H-3 and H-4 compliant for watertight deck structures and cockpits, Beckson Marine's 4" Screw-Out, and 6" and 8" Screw-Out and PryOut Deck Plates are now certified by testing to meet the National Electrical Manufacturers Association's (NEMA) rigorous standards. They conform to NEMA 250 6P Submergence.

In independent lab testing, the Beckson Marine deck plates were mounted in a fixture that simulated a boat installation. In separate tests, they were sprayed with high-pressure water jets and submerged 6' for 24 hours. No leakage was observed.

In a final test, they were each loaded with 300 lbs., disassembled,

reassembled and subjected to the same water tightness trials as before. The Beckson deck plates remained tight, sound and dry.

The company's Pry-Out Deck Plates feature heavy-duty O-rings to ensure a watertight fit. Its Screw-Out Deck Plates seal easily, without jamming.

All three deck plate sizes come in a choice of non-skid or smooth finishes, and with black, white, beige or clear centers.

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Bracketron introduces Road Boost XL, a portable 3-in-1 emergency jumpstart power bank for your vehicle. Just in time for summer road trips, this small device comes with jumper cables and doubles as a flashlight and SOS signaler to ensure you’re prepared for any emergency situation.

Road Boost XL not only provides back up support for your car, truck, motorcycle, boat and more, but it also charges your mobile devices while you’re on the road. It comes with a

12V car charger and a home charger for when Road Boost XL itself needs some extra juice. With a 12,000mAh battery capacity, the Road Boost XL also features an output voltage indicator so you can set the device’s output for your car (12V) or your mobile devices (5V 2.1A) and s w i t c h seamlessly between the two.

The Road Boost XL’s small 6.5 x 3 x 1 inch size allows you to store it in your glove box and forget about it until you need it. With a 3000 uses battery life cycle, you simply need to charge the device every three months to keep it powered up and ready for anything.

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Learn To Sail Guide Sailing Schools of the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia If this is the year you plan to buy a sailboat or if you and your kids are ready to learn how to sail — below is a list of sailing schools in Washington, Oregon, Alaska and British Columbia, that will be happy to help you become a competent sailor.

Washington Anacortes Parks & Recreation P.O. Box 547, Anacortes WA, 98221 (360) 293-1918 email: dustins@cityofanacortes.org www.cityofanacortes.org/parks.asp Optis, Lidos and FJs Anacortes Yacht Charters 2415 T Ave, Suite 2, Anacortes, WA 98221 (800) 233-3004 email: info@ayc.com • www.ayc.com Maximum 4 students per boat, from 22’ tillerdriven to 30’-40’ boats.

Certification: ASA Bainbridge Island Sailing Program BI Metro Park & Rec District 7666 NE High School Rd, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 (206) 842-2306 x118 email: haleyl@biparks.org www.biparks.org Bremerton Yacht Club 2700 Yacht Haven Way N.W., Bremerton, WA 98312 (360) 479-2662 email: BYC.youth.sailing@gmail.com www.bremertonyachtclub.org/youth/ Summer day camps for youth 10 - 16 in DeWitt and Laser 2 dinghies Certification: US Sailing

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Chariot Adventures 718 Coho Way, Bellingham, WA 98225 (360) 961-6657 email: chariotadventures@gmail.com www.facebook.com/chariotadventures Chariot is an Annapolis 44 ASA Certified Instructor to ASA 104, 6 day Cruise ‘n Learn for 2-3 students City of Poulsbo Parks and Recreation 200 NE Moe St, Poulsbo, WA 98370 (360) 394-9776 email: jschiel@cityofpoulsbo.com www.cityofpoulsbo.com Adult and youth classes, starting June 27 1 to 2 students per: Optis and Flying Juniors Certification: US Sailing Community Boating Center 555 Harris Avenue, Bellingham, WA 98225 (360) 714-8891 email: info@boatingcenter.org www.boatingcenter.org Three keelboats and a dinghy fleet.

Certification: US Sailing Corinthian Yacht Club Youth Sailing Camp 7755 Seaview Ave. N.W., Seattle, WA 98107 (206) 789-1919 email: office@cycseattle.org www.cycseattle.org Optimist dinghies Certification: US Sailing March 2015

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Footloose Disabled Sailing Association 7683 SE 27th Street, PMB #239 Mercer Island, WA 98040 (206) 382-2680 www.footloosedisabledsailing.org daysail address: Leschi Sailboat Moorage, 220 Lake Washington Blvd, Seattle, WA 98112 4 two-person Access Dinghies, 2 Martin 16s and 2 six-person Columbia 21s. Sailing for disabled people, friends, family and caregivers.

Fraid Knot Sailing P.O. Box 695, Port Townsend, WA 98368 (206) 714-4896 email: capt.spragg@gmail.com Private lessons on your boat.

Lots of experience teaching docking.

Certification: ISPA and US Sailing Frog Prints e!

2608 Second Avenue, #268, Seattle, 98121 (415) 448-6091 email: info@frogprintse.org www.frogprintse.org STEM/Sail summer day camps for middle school girls Scholarships available Gato Verde Adventure Sailing 355 Harris Ave., Suite 108, Bellingham, WA 98225 (360) 220-3215 email: gato_verde@earthlink.net www.gatoverde.com Up to 6 students on a 42’ catamaran

Gig Harbor Sailing Club & School, LLC P.O. Box 1813, Gig Harbor, WA 98335 GH.Sailing@comcast.net www.gigharborsailing.com Small classes with maximum of 4 students Certification: US Sailing Gig Harbor Yacht Club Junior Sail Program 8209 Stinson Ave, Gig Harbor WA 98335 (253) 214-6131 www.ghycjuniorsail.org Boats: Opti’s, Bics, FJ’s, Lasers Certification: US Sailing

Lopez Island Family Resource Center 160 Village Rd., Lopez, WA 98261 (360) 468-4117 email: lifrc@rockisland.com www.lifrc.org Youth and adults classes, Lido 14s and Splashes Certification: US Sailing Mahina Tiare Sailing Expeditions P.O. Box 1596, Friday Harbor, WA 98250 (360) 378-6131 www.mahina.com Class size of 6 on a Hallberg-Rassy 46

Green Lake Small Craft Center 5900 West Green Lake Way N, Seattle, WA 98103 (206) 684-4074 email: jason.frisk@seattle.gov www.seattle.gov/parks/boats/grnlake.htm One student per boat - Toppers

Mercer Island Parks and Recreation 2040 84th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040 (206) 275-7863 email: Ryan.Daly@mercergov.org www.mercergov.org Boats: Optis

Go Sail 10117 NE 11th Street, Vancouver, WA, 98664 (360) 609-1346 email: ray.mccormack@comcast.net www.go-sail.org/ Boat: Columbia 34 Certifications: US Sailing

Meydenbauer Bay Yacht Club Youth Sailing P.O. Box 863, Bellevue, WA 98004 email: youthsailing@mbycwa.org www.mbycwa.org, then click on “Youth Sailing” Classes on Optis, V15s and Lasers. Classes are for students from 8 to 18 years old.

Certification: US Sailing

Island Sailing Club & School Inc. Olympia and Kirkland (503) 285-7765 email: josh@islandsailingclub.com www.islandsailing.org Certification: NauticEd

Mountaineers 7700 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115 (206) 295-8788 email: avogt@speakeasy.net www.mountaineers.org/about/seattlesailing Boats from 26’-44’

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Northwest Maritime Center 431 Water St, Port Townsend, WA 98368 (360) 385-3628 x104 email: programs@nwmaritime.org www.nwmaritime.org 26’ Keelboats, Vanguard 15’s and Optimists Certification: US Sailing Oak Harbor Youth Sailing Foundation P.O. Box 2876, Oak Harbor, WA 98277 (360) 675-3019 email: ljmunns@comcast.net www.oakharboryouthsailing.org Boats: Optis, FJs, Lasers and Lidos 14s Some adult classes offered.

Olympia Yacht Club Sailing Programs: 201 Simmons St. Olympia, WA 98501 (360) 940-0956 email: OYCJuniorSailing@gmail.com From Learn-to-Sail to Racing, Juniors & Adults Boats: Vanguard 420s, Lasers, Optis, and a J/24 Certification: US Sailing

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Mount Baker Rowing & Sailing Center 3800 Lake Washington Blvd S., Seattle, WA 98118 (206) 386-1913 email: mount.baker@seattle.gov www.mbrsc.org Boats: Vanguard 15s

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Bring your friends and family, invite your neighbors, tell your classmates! The public is invited to the third annual Youth Sailing Open House at Sail Sand Point on Lake Washington. You’ll have a chance to meet representatives from a variety of local sailing programs, go for a sailboat ride, and enjoy a burger by the lake. For more information please visit…

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Orcas Island Sailing 20011 H St, Bellingham, WA 98225 (360) 310-0100 email: info@orcassailing.com www.orcassailing.com Boats: 19’ Pearson Resolute, Rhodes 19, Pocket Cruiser 26, Santana 22

Renton Sailing Club P.O. Box 1224, Renton, WA 98057 (425) 430-6700 Sailing Classes/Clubs email: jimm@rentonsailing.org Sailing club: www.rentonsailing.org Boats: RS Vision, Capri 14.2, and Keelboats Certification: US Sailing

Poulsbo Yacht Club Junior Sailing Suite T, 18129 Fjord Dr NE, Poulsbo, WA 98370 (360) 440-5746 email: patty@gthdesign.com www.poulsboyc.org Boats: DeWitt dinghies, Optimists and Lasers Certification: US Sailing

Ridge Explorations 52231 SE 496th Pl., Greenwater, WA 98022 (253) 891-0149 email: info@ridgeexplorations.com www.ridgeexplorations.com Professional lessons on clients’ boats.

Puget Sound Sailing Institute (253) 383-1774 • (800) 487-2454 email: info@pugetsoundsailing.com www.pugetsoundsailing.com Classes in Seattle and Tacoma. Maximum 4-6 students per class on 22’-42’ boats Certification: ASA Queen City Yacht Club Sailing Camp 2608 Boyer Ave. E., Seattle, WA 98102 (206) 709-2000 email: juniorboating@queencity.org www.queencity.org Boats: Opti or Laser Certification: US Sailing/ASA

Lake Union Charters & Sailing Adventures 2420 Westlake Ave N, Seattle WA 98109 (360) 399-6490 email: info@lakeunioncharters.com www.LakeUnionCharters.com Intro lessons, basic boat handling, private and custom lessons. On 20’-30’ boat or your boat.

Sailing Northwest Coastal Adventures & Sailing Instruction Friday Harbor, San Juan Island, WA (360) 556-7085 email: CaptainHarmon@hotmail.com www.SailingNorthwest.com Certification: USCG level 1-3 & Navigation Fleet: 25’-50’ sailboats

Sail Sand Point 7861 62nd Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98115 (206) 525-8782 email: info@sailsandpoint.org www.sailsandpoint.org 1 or 2 students per boat - Optimists, Flying Juniors, Lasers and Hobie Cats. Scholarships available.

Certification: US Sailing San Juan Island Parks and Rec 580 Guard Street, Friday Harbor, WA 98250 (360) 378-4953 email: morgan@islandrec.org www.islandrec.org Boats: Lasers and El Toros San Juan Sailing School 2615 South Harbor Loop #1, Bellingham, WA 98225 (360) 671-4300 • (800) 677-7245, email: school@sanjuansailing.com www.sanjuansailing.com Maximum class size: 4 students Monohull and catamarans ranging 31’-49’ Certification: ASA Schooner Martha Foundation P.O. Box 1811, Port Townsend, WA 98368 (206) 310-8573 email: schoonermartha@yahoo.com www.schoonermartha.org 6 Students per 68’ on deck historic racing yacht Schooner Zodiac 355 Harris Ave, Suite 104, Bellingham, WA 98225 (206) 719-7622 email: info@schoonerzodiac.com www.schoonerzodiac.com 26 students aboard the 127’ Zodiac

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Sea Sense Sailing & Powerboating School (727) 289-6917 email: seasense@aol.com www.seasenseboating.com Boats: Sloops 40’-48’, maximum of 6 students Private, On-Your-Own-Boat courses in the Pacific Northwest: June, July and August Seattle Sailing Club 7001 Seaview Ave. NW, #130, Seattle, WA 98117 (206) 782-5100 email: info@seattlesailing.com www.seattlesailing.com Boats: 22’-40’ plus J-70, J-80s and J-105s Certification: ASA Seattle Yacht Club 1807 East Hamlin, Seattle, WA 98112 (206) 926-1011 email: angela@seattleyachtclub.org www.seattleyachtclub.org Boats: Optimists, Vanguard 15s, Lasers, 420s and 29ers, Youth and Adult Programs Certification: US Sailing Shearwater University Sailing, Kayaking, Navigation School Anacortes, Washington (425) 772-1344 email: info@ShearwaterUniversity.com ShearwaterUniversity.com

Tacoma Junior Sailing Ages 8 - 15. Beginner, Novice, Intermediate. email: tycjrsail@gmail.com www.tacomajrsail.org Boats used: Optis, 420s, FJ and Lasers Tacoma Women’s Sailing Association Tacoma and Gig Harbor locations Nini Tayet (253) 686-3307 email: twsa76@gmail.com or norsebynw@gmail.com www.twsa.org Women teach sailing. Beginner to Advanced Tethys Offshore, Inc. Sailing for Women 2442 NW Market, #498, Seattle, WA 98107 (206) 789-5118 email: nerley@hotmail.com www.tethysoffshore.com 3 Students on an Orca 38, 8 night liveaboard trips out of Port Townsend Instructor: Nancy Erley. Certification: ISPA The Center For Wooden Boats 1010 Valley St., Seattle, WA 98109 (206) 382-2628 email: cwb@cwb.org www.cwb.org Boats: El Toros, Blanchard Jr. Knockabouts, Lightnings and Sprit, Lug & Gaff Rigs

Wahoo Adventures 6767 Admiralty Lane, Hansville, WA 98340 (360) 204-0504 email: wahooadv@earthlink.net Day courses or overnight instruction for bluewater sailing Windworks Sailing Center, Inc. 7001 Seaview Ave. N.W., Suite 110, Seattle, WA 98117 (206) 784-9386 email: lauri@windworkssailing.com www.windworkssailing.com 3-4 students per boat, range from 22’-49’ Certification: US Sailing OREGON City of Eugene River House Outdoor Center Sailing School 301 North Adams, Eugene, OR 97402, (541) 682-6323 email: Roger.F.Bailey@ci.eugene.or.us RecGuide: www.getrec.org Registration: www.eugene-or.gov/recenroll 3 students per instructor on J-24s Certification: ASA 101, 103, 104 GORGE Junior Sailing P.O. Box 1366, Hood River, OR 97031 email: gorgejuniorsailing@gmail.com Register: www.hoodriver.k12.or.us/communityed or (541) 386-2055 Optis, O’Pen Bics, C420s. Ages 5-18 & Adults.

Certification: US Sailing

Island Sailing Club & School Inc. 515 N.E. Tomahawk Island Dr., Portland, OR 97217 (503) 285-7765 email: josh@islandsailingclub.com www.islandsailing.org Certification: NauticEd Oregon Women’s Sailing Association P.O. Box 17615, Portland OR 97217 (503) 451-0061 email: education@owsa.net website: www.owsa.net Sailboats: variety of sizes & makes Passion Yachts 260 NE Tomahawk Island Drive, Portland, OR 97217 (503) 289-6306 email: lessons@passion-yachts.com www.passion-yachts.com 2-4 Students on boats 22’-34’ Certification: ASA Portland Sailing Center 3315 N.E. Marine Drive, Portland, OR 97211 (503) 281-6529 email: cliff@portlandsailing.com www.portlandsailing.com Basic through advanced classes on the Columbia River, over the bar and on the ocean.

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Scovare Yachts P.O. Box 22707, Portland, OR 97269 (503) 893-2283 email: info@sailscovare.com www.sailscovare.com 1-18 students on vessels 23’-50’ Certification: ASA Willamette Sailing Club P.O. Box 69385, Portland, OR 97239 (503) 730-SAIL (7245) email: office@willamettesailingclub.com Week-long, half day and full day sailing camps Certification: US Sailing ALASKA

Blue Pacific Yacht Charters 1519 Foreshore Walk, Granville Island, Vancouver, BC V6H 3X3 (604) 682-2161 • (800) 237-2392 email: info@bluepacificcharters.com www.bluepacificcharters.ca 4 students maximum on boats 30’-42’ Certification: ISPA

Graham Evans/Stowaway Adventures 4393 Macaulay Road, Black Creek, BC Canada V9J 1E2 (866) 949-5668 (whyknot) email: info@cruiseandlearn.ca www.cruiseandlearn.ca Maximum 6 students on a 45’ Ron Holland sloop Certification: ISPA and IYT

Blackfish Sailing Adventures 2886 Ilene Terr, Victoria, BC V8R 4P1 (250) 216-2389 email: sail@Blackfishal.com www.blackfishal.com Up to 4 students on a Beneteau 351 Certification: Sail Canada

HerizenTM Sailing For Women 101-5170 Dunster Road, Suite #176, Naniamo, BC V9T 6M4 Skype: valma - herizen email: herizen@sailingforwomen.com www.herizensailingforwomen.com Maximum 6 to 8 students on boats 41’-52’ Certification: Sail Canada/Private Training

Pacific NW Expeditions Serving the entire Alaskan coast Captain Peter Frost email: nwexpeditions@gmail.com www.nwexpeditions.com Adventure Sail Training Expeditions in Alaska aboard s/v Privateer, a 36’ Cape George Cutter

Capt. Mac’s School of Seamanship 317A Simpson St., New Westminster, BC V3L 3K1 (604) 520-7000 email: info@CaptMacs.com www.CaptMacs.com Live-aboard sailing courses Certifications: Sail Canada

Sailing Inc. P.O. Box 948, Seward, AK 99664 (907) 224-3160 email: sailalaska@sailinginc.com www.sailinginc.com 4-6 students on boats from 28’-47’ Certification: ASA

National Catamaran Training Centre Compass Adventure Comox Marina Park, Comox BC email: james@compassadventure.ca www.compassadventure.ca Boats: Hobie Wave, T2, Tiger kayaks and SUP Certification: RYA & CANSail

BRITISH COLUMBIA Bewley Sailing 2891 W 7th Ave., Vancouver, BC V6K 1Z5 (604) 689-1647 • (800) 661-9133 email: Bewley@seabc.com www.seabc.com BC Gulf Islands. Max 4 students on boats 38’-40’ Certification: Sail Canada

Cooper Boating 1832 Mast Tower Road, Vancouver, BC V6H 4B6 (604) 687-4110 • (888) 999-6419 email: crew@cooperboating.com www.cooperboating.com 4 students per instructor on boats from 24’-45’ Cert: Sail Canada, IYT, Boat Coach Desolation Sound Yacht Charters Ltd. 101-1819 Beaufort Ave., Comox, BC, V9M 1R9 (250) 339-7222 • (250) 339-4914 charter@desolationsoundyachtcharters.com www.desolationsoundyachtcharters.com Boats: 31’-49’ Certification: ISPA and IYT

Hollyburn Sailing Club PO Box 91216, 1326 Argyle Ave, West Vancouver, BC V7V 3N6 (604) 926-5744 Clubhouse/Training Officer Email: training@hollyburnsailingclub.ca www.hollyburnsailingclub.ca Youth and Adult lessons on 420s, Flying Juniors, and Lasers.

Certification: Sail Canada Island Cruising 101 - 9776 Fourth St, Sidney BC V8L 2Z1 (250) 656-7070 • (800) 663-5311 email: info@islandcruising.com www.islandcruising.com Maximum 6 students per 34’-50’ boat Certification: Sail Canada, ISPA & ASA Kitsilano Sailing School 2401 Point Grey Road, Vancouver, BC V6K 1A1 (604) 730-1646 email: manager@kitsilanoyachtclub.com www.kitsilanoyachtclub.com Single & double handed sailing and keel boat cruising and racing for youth & adults Certification: Sail Canada

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LadySail Ladies Sailing in Beautiful British Columbia 1478 Ocean Beach Esplanade, Gibsons, (Sunshine Coast) V0N 1V3 (604) 989-6864 email: gillie@ladysail.com www.ladysail.com Vessel: Grampian 28 Sloop (Django) Certification: Sail Canada MacSailing Inc (Jericho Sailing Center & Kitsilano Yacht Club) 1300 Discovery St., Vancouver, BC V6R 4L9 (604) 224-7245 email: info@macsailing.com www.macsailing.com Boats: Optimists, Escapes, Lasers, 420s, Laser 2s, Martin 242 and Hobies.

Certification: Sail Canada Nanaimo Yacht Charters & Sailing School 1690 Stewart Ave., Nanaimo, BC V9S 4E1 (250) 754-8601 • (877) 754-8601 toll free e: sailingschools@nanaimoyachtcharters.com www.nanaimoyachtcharters.com Boats: 27’-50’, 4-6 students per boat Certification: Sail Canada, ISPA and IYT Oceans101 Sailing School 1015 Ironwork Passage, Vancouver, BC V6H 3R4 email: scott@oceans101.com www.oceans101.com Maximum 6 students on a Jeanneau 41 sloop Certification: Sail Canada

Simply Sailing Inc. 1500 W Georgia St., 13th Floor, Vancouver, BC V6G 2Z6 (604) 440-2864 email: chris@simplysailing.ca www.simplysailing.ca Boats: Dufour 31 & Beneteau 38.5 for Cruise & Learn. San Juan 24 & J/29 for day sailing classes, Beneteau First 47.7 & 49TR for offshore training.

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Ocean Forest Voyaging 2141 Ocean Forest Drive, Surrey, BC V4A 6P1 (604) 219-0219 • 604-385-0219 (office) email: voyaginginfo@gmail.com http://oceanforestvoyaging.com Offshore cruising instruction for one couple at a time and cruise and learn courses.

Sarah Jean II is a Saga Certification: ISPA Sidney North Saanich Yacht Club Summer Sailing School 1949 Marina Way, Sidney, BC V8L 3X9 (250) 656-4600 email: program-manager@snsyc.ca www.snsyc.ca Boats: Optimist, Flying Junior, Laser, and 420 dinghies. 1-2 students per boat.

Certification: Sail Canada

Vancouver Sailing Club Suite 600, 1285 W. Broadway, Vancouver, BC V6H3X8 Toll Free (877) 772 9272 email: info@VancouverSailingClub.com www.VancouverSailingClub.com Boats: J-24, Beneteau First 36.7, R&C Leopard 39 Catamaran Certification: NauticEd West Vancouver Yacht Club 5854 Marine Dr. West, Vancouver, BC V7W 2S2 (604) 921-7575 ext. 231, Emma Lewis email: sailingdirector@wvyc.ca www.wvyc.ca 1 to 3 students per Laser, Optis, 420’s, FJs, 29ers and J-22.

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LESSONS LEARNED WHILE CRUISING Jamie & Behan Gifford

A Year of Taboo Sailing Totem is on the move northward along the coast of Namibia, where desert heat meets the cold Benguela current. Thick fog blankets massive sand dunes fronting the Atlantic coast.

Two days ago, we rounded the Cape of Good Hope, and we feel the magnitude of a maritime milestone that we rank with reaching Sydney Harbour, Australia and Tahiti’s Point Venus.

Studies show that proximity to water improves our health and mood.

A view of lakes, rivers, or oceans relaxes and expands our minds (read Blue Mind by Wallace J Nichols for more about this phenomenon). Maybe that’s why going to sea after three relatively land-based months in South Africa has prompted hours of reflection. In the cockpit, my view of the frothy green sea is punctuated by spy-hopping fur seals and nearby whales exhaling white spray. Penguins cluster in the distance, and a lone albatross runs a boomerang glide over our wake. Gazing across swells and mentally scrolling through our months across the Indian Ocean, a thread emerges. Every place we’ve stopped in the last few months is, or was, recently considered “taboo” for cruisers.

When we sailed away from Malaysia, we departed an attractive

cruiser’s hub where many welltraveled boats pause. It’s easy to balk at crossing the Indian Ocean: it has a reputation for tough passages, and boats headed west exit either through pirate-plagued waters near the Red Sea or around South Africa’s notorious “Cape of Storms.” Heading east into the Pacific is an uphill proposition, so the low cost, easy living in Malaysia makes it easy to languish... or rent a space on a yacht transport ship...or post a “For Sale” sign.

In choosing to continue westward, the first stop after leaving Malaysia in our wake was Trincomalee, Sri Lanka. Bitter civil war left this Tamil Tiger-stronghold inaccessible for decades. Trincomalee has been open for a few years, but locally, there is so much baggage from the war that it wasn’t on anyone’s list of hot cruising destinations. A chance meeting with the one sailor who visited the prior year encouraged us to go. Researching further, I found that Trinco was called “the finest harbour in the world” by none other than Lord Admiral Nelson.

Word spread, and once again sailors are visiting.

Maldives was next along our route. This country is a string of atolls stretching 500 miles. It’s a beautiful cruisers paradise, but until recently the movement of yachties was severely restricted by the government.

Visiting boats were only allowed at a few islands with resorts or uninhabited islands, a measure to protect the Muslim population from the polluting influences of the Cruisers share a potluck in the Chagos atoll. Its problematic history West. Restrictions with removal of the local population, environmental destruction, were lifted a few years ago. The and current bureaucratic restrictions make it a ghost town.

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limitation now is the high cost of official entry fees: $1,000 for the first month and a few hundred per month after that - a splurge for us. But, it was so worthwhile to experience this stunning country.

South of Maldives, we stopped at uninhabited Chagos atoll. Permission to visit Chagos may be granted after much paperwork and strict compliance with health and vessel insurance requirements.

The overbearing bureaucracy is because Chagos is part of the British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT), six remote atolls that Britain took control of and where the local populations were evicted in an effort to help the USA build a large Navy base on nearby Diego Garcia. It wasn’t always so strict for yachts visiting Chagos, but its reputation as a sailors’ utopia led to feuds and environmental destruction (sunken boats, coral damage, and impact on island flora/fauna). We felt lucky to visit Chagos and its ghosts in the face of increasing restrictions that may yet make it off-limits altogether.

From Chagos, we sailed to Seychelles. It has a thriving holiday charter industry, but only a few years ago the government required boats to have armed security (mercenaries) on board before granting outward port clearance. Seychelles’ proximity to pirate action off the horn of Africa made it too dangerous. In the years leading up to our Indian Ocean transit, we assumed it would be out of bounds.

Fortunately, the range of piracy has changed and Seychelles waters are relatively safe again, especially during the SE monsoon cruising season (rough weather restricts pirate activity). This was no comfort to our previous boat insurance underwriters, who refused to cover us from Maldives through Seychelles.

Southbound from Seychelles, we stopped in Comoros. This country, too, was treated as taboo for years by cruisers who valued their freedom.

The latter decades of the 20th century marked Comoros with series of violent coups; crew from boats visiting in recent years have found themselves thrown in prison, with questions

asked later. But like Trincomalee, the situation changed. With a more stable government and a courageous local tour operator who discouraged officials against bribes and exorbitant fees, Comoros is now accessible and an interesting and unusual place to visit.

Madagascar was our next stop.

Here the coconut telegraph cries out: it’s dangerous! They have THE PLAGUE! No, it’s not safe to go just anywhere there. Yes, there is malaria and typhoid and a scary surge of bubonic plague and rumors about an epidemic. For some, that puts Madagascar on the taboo list.

But scratch the surface, and dangers are readily avoided, including plague, which is highly treatable and, tragically, an issue only for the impoverished who lack access to clean water and health care. There are dangerous areas, but that shouldn’t define this land of lemurs, multi-colored chameleons, and fascinating cultures.

At the western border of the Indian Ocean we reached South Africa, a troubled country with staggering crime rates. Current news stories told of xenophobia and violence against foreigners. The infamous coastline has

a deserved reputation for devouring ships.

In the past, this inspired most cruisers to avoid southern Africa altogether by going through the Red Sea (until the tide of piracy changed the bigger picture of risk evaluation). Yet, after three months in South Africa, I can best describe it as complicated, but how The harsh Namibian coastline is desolate and stunning all at I wished we could stay once, with sand “dunes” the size of mountains. longer!

We take safety very seriously. rule and war for liberation, people Still, it’s a little amusing to think of here describe themselves as peaceful. the wonderful times we had in places It may be one of the most inhospitable where it was not possible to visit a few climates on earth, with barren deserts years ago, or are to be avoided now the stretch as far as the eye can see. But, because of overstated claims of danger. in our opinion, this shouldn’t make it Just because someone says, “Boo!” taboo, either. doesn’t always mean it is taboo. We were lucky to pass by during a time Follow the Giffords on their blog of better stability in countries very directly at sailingtotem.com or at the blog recently lacking it.

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Young Dalton, already a tactician.

Raising a Sailor

By Carl Bergan

• Did you have fun racing?

• Tell me about the competition, weather, and course conditions.

• How did you do?

These are the three things I always asked my son, Dalton, after a race, always in that order.

From a father’s perspective, Dalton’s sailing career began when we sailed to Catalina Island when he was five weeks old. On one trip, he and the bassinet fell off the table, and it knocked him woosey. I thought I had killed him, but he fully recovered.

Dalton’s mother, Joanne, a competitive tennis player in high school, gave him support and athleticism. The three of us raced various keelboats off of Shilshole Bay Marina for many years. He was not always happy about it, but had no choice while growing up with us.

Teaching Dalton to sail often meant involving his friends in sailing,

The Bergan boat was often crewed by kids.

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too, which was an unexpected plus. I remember one race in a J/30, beating to weather, and Dalton had all six young crew on the rail playing with Transformers. I had to remind them to get the kite ready as we were approaching the weather mark. In the late ‘80s there wasn’t much junior racing in the area yet, so Joanne and I organized the first Octoberfest at Leschi. We found ourselves teaching kids to sail with the help of Corinthian Yacht Club of Seattle (CYC), after we scrounged up Lasers, 420s, El Toros, and Sabots. Later, when Dalton was about 12, we took our J/36 up to Whidbey Island Race week.

Dalton brought five of his friends, and they raced the boat into 3rd Place finish with Joanne and I just observing.

Joanne and I did not meet other parents all that much. At the time, the local racing scene was just getting off the ground, and it seemed like other parents weren’t sailing with their kids as much as we were, often only dropping them off and disappearing. I believe it’s good for parents to be there March 2016

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to encourage, rig boats, get lunches, and repair a dinghy as needed.

As a family, we got into cycling, too. This required long hours pounding the pedals around Lake Washington.

Dalton learned strategy by hanging behind the peleton, drafting the adults.

We did a one-day Seattle to Portland (STP) ride of 200 miles, where he set the record for the youngest rider to complete the ride in a day at age 12.

Along the way, he got sick and had to sit by the road for an hour. With mom’s help, he got back on bike to finish the tour. After that, Dalton decided sailing was easier.

Dalton had inner flame to do well, though, and to achieve goals through hard work. Whether it was racing, cycling, or soccer, a hang-in-there attitude sprang from watching us deal with mishaps on the race course, like when we’d catch crabs with our kite or going aground at Meadow Point.

Eventually, I bought an old Laser and we spent evenings at Portage Bay every week - carrying, rigging, and sailing the boat. There, he met his future father-in-law, Carl Buchan, walking down the dock carrying a 100 pound Laser under each arm. Wow. It was a learning experience for Dalton to control the Laser, as it was too big and powerful for him at that age.

He rarely raced with us on a keelboat any more, since he was mainly sailing dinghies and skiffs. I always considered sailing and racing as the same idea. Though he was busy, we still spent family time together both racing and cruising, doing two-week summer cruises or sometimes just a weekend in Poulsbo. While cruising, we put him in a bosun’s chair out on the end of a spinnaker pole, dunking Dalton in the waves or letting him walk along the side of the hull. For agility, I rigged lines inside the ceiling. The game was to get bow to stern without touching any horizontal surface. We towed a small 9’ Minto dinghy. I rigged it with a kite for fun. Dalton liked to sail it around without a rudder.

It was a double-eged sword making the decision to buy Dalton his own dinghy. We lost some time together on the race course, but we gained a lot of time driving to regattas around Puget Sound and Canada loading, unloading, rigging, launching

and practice, practice, practice. Buying that boat was the best step forward.

Dalton was now the captain of his own ship, could go anywhere and do as he pleased with no parental control. Bye bye, Mom and Dad! The day he turned 16, Dalton drove himself to Canada, towing a boat to a regatta. He did the same for a regatta in Chicago, too.

Dalton’s skills progressed. I remember racing against him in the Laser at Leschi. I beat him for the last time when he was 13. He joined the Seattle Yacht Club junior program, and started winning many races.

Their sponsorship was important and enabled him to attend national and international junior regattas. We were obviously proud of this success, as well as vindicated that he enjoyed continuing our obsession and fun activities!

An essential aspect of his growth and enjoyment in sailing was his development of many new friends in the sailing community. During the races he was often competing against adults, but he was also teaching younger kids the joys of sailing. I think it is important to join a junior program at a yacht club

or elsewhere. Kids learn and gain support from their peer group as well as having fun.

Many colleges began recruiting Dalton.

The Naval Academy was at the top of the game, winning a recent National Championship, so it took two years of hard work, paperwork and interviews with state officials to get a scholarship. This hard Carl always thought of sailing and racing as the work culminated in 1996, same thing. And he tried to keep it fun for Dalton! when he won the SYC Junior Sailor of the Year and Overall after all this looking back at Dalton’s Sailor of the Year. He had long passed childhood sailing experience, maybe our abilities, but was still teaching new he put it best recently when he said, kids to sail at SYC. “Now I’ve got a son of my own and am Dalton eventually transferred looking forward to teaching him to sail. to USC, where he completed an Hopefully, we’ll be able to give him engineering degree and won the similar experiences and opportunities.

National College Sailor of the Year.

My fingers are crossed that he enjoys it I have tried to reflect on my all even half as much as I do.” experience, thinking about what Carl Bergan lives in Anacortes, WA. worked for our family, hoping to He has owned a variety of boats, cruised encourage parents to support their Latin America for over 5 years, and cruised kids on such a rewarding journey. But, Alaska twice.

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Galley Essentials with Amanda Enjoying hot soup at Canoe Cove Joe’s with Joe

March 23rd 2015, at 0115 hrs, 44.53 N, 124.38 W, Log Reading: 180,947 miles. Closehauled at 6 knots under double reefed main and triple reefed genoa in 25 knots South headwinds with occasional squalls.

Currently, we’re 31 miles NW of Newport, Oregon reefed down so as not to arrive at the Yaquina River mouth in the dark or with a strong ebbing tide which may cause breakers across the bar entrance.

Our six keen expedition crew came aboard four days ago in Victoria, Canada, ready to experience heavy weather. Why else would anyone sign up to sail down the Washington-Oregon coast so early in the season? Our personal reasons for starting down the coast in March instead of the usual June is simply to be able to sail beyond the Caribbean before the start of hurricane season in July.

We’ve yet another 7,000 miles to sail to Sweden this year, via Panama, so it’s taken John and I a few focused weeks outfitting to fully prepare Mahina Tiare.

She wintered ashore on Vancouver Island at Canoe Cove Marina, 20 miles north of Victoria, and thankfully the weather cooperated for our recent recommissioning. Our e x t e n s i v e p ro j e c t s included anti-fouling, hiring a competent technician to help with some engine, plumbing and electronics, along with a rigger for a few modifications.

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A Nourishing Jumpstart to Norway

by Amanda Swan Neal job lists that seem to grow rather than diminish. On Mahina Tiare, the galley bench is transformed into a central work station by laying out a thick clear vinyl covering to protect the white Formica so you’re unlikely to find the space to make a cuppa let alone a meal.

Thankfully, this boatyard life was very bearable as Canoe Cove Marina has great facilities like hot showers, Rebar’s hummus with pita, salad and salmon

laundry, chandlery and Canoe Cove Joe’s. For breakfast, we’d snatch a bowl of muesli aboard, but hunger would quickly set in as the chilly mornings rolled along. Canoe Cove Joe’s is the perfect place to warm up while grabbing a hot baked muffin and to follow up later in the afternoon with a piping hot soup and garden salad. Joe always has a ready smile. He started out in retail management then switched to culinary arts college before spending 13 years cooking at a private boarding school. Everyone raves about his burgers and chips. But for me, his soups are a savoir. I just had to ask for this recipe.

Roasted Squash and Apple Soup 1 squash - peeled, deseeded and diced into cubes (about 3 cups) salt and pepper olive oil 1 onion - diced wine or juice for deglazing 1 cup of apple juice 1 cup vegetable stock 1 cup diced apples 1 cup whipping cream Season squash with salt, pepper and oil.

Roast 25 minutes at 400º F. In a saucepan sauté onion and deglaze with wine. Add remaining ingredients. Blend with a hand blender. Simmer 25 minutes. Serve with a drizzle of maple syrup, dollop of cinnamon whipped cream and a sprinkling of chives.

Since Canoe Cove Joe’s is not open for

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dinner, we were rescued from starvation by taking a stroll up the hill to the Stonehouse Pub & Restaurant. The building itself is a 1930’s stone-faced ”cottage” with a beautiful windowed dining room. We’d often arrive late to a packed house, but the friendly staff always made space for us. It would be hard to choose a favorite item from their extensive menu but with St Patrick’s Day around the corner, their shepherd’s pie is hard to beat and inspired this recipe.

and ensuring all necessary items are aboard and stowed. It’s difficult to find time to visit with friends but we’ve discovered it’s fun to schedule a couple of restaurant evenings and invite everyone to join us. Rebar and The Tapa Bar rate high on my must visit list as their eclectic menus make decision making a challenge, which I enjoy. The following recipes are inspired by their nibbles. Plus, I’m excited to have a new cod recipe for Norway!

Lamb Shepherd’s Pie with Cheesy Potatoes 2 lbs lamb - cut into 1-inch cubes 4 tablespoons olive oil 4 tablespoon butter 3 cups chopped onion 3 carrots - diced 3 celery stalks - diced 2 cups white wine 2 tablespoons flour 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 cans beef stock 8 garlic cloves - minced 2 bay leaves 1 tablespoon fresh oregano - minced 2 tablespoons fresh thyme - minced salt and pepper 3 lbs potatoes - chopped 3 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 cup ricotta ½ cup grated Parmesan ¼ cup cream 3 eggs - lightly beaten ½ teaspoon dried oregano - rubbed In a large Dutch oven, working in batches, brown lamb in olive oil. In same Dutch oven sauté onion in butter 10 minutes. Add carrots, celery and 1 cup wine. Boil until mostly evaporated, about 5 minutes. Add flour, cook 2 minutes.

Add tomato paste, stock, garlic, herbs and lamb. Cover and simmer 1 hour.

Meanwhile cook potatoes in water. Drain and mash. In a saucepan sauté garlic in butter 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in ricotta, Parmesan and cream. Stir in eggs, potatoes, salt, pepper and oregano.

Remove cover from lamb, add remaining wine and simmer 45 minutes. Transfer lamb to 2-quart 8×8 glass baking dish and cover with potatoes. Bake at 375°F for 30 minutes. Serves 6

Spiced Hummus 1 15oz can chickpeas - drained, reserve liquid 2 tablespoons tahini ½ lemon - squeezed 1 clove garlic - crushed 1 tablespoon soy sauce ½ teaspoon cumin ½ teaspoon Cajun spice In a food processor pulse chickpeas 2 minutes. Add remaining ingredients, start food processor and gradually add reserved liquid until desired consistency is achieved.

With boatyard chores accomplished, we sailed to Victoria for our final days in port of provisioning, checking systems

Bean and Salt Cod Salad 1½ cups cooked white beans 1 tablespoon capers 1½ cups dried salt cod - soaked 12 hours with a few water changes - shredded salt and pepper ¼ cup lemon juice ⅓ cup olive oil 1 shallot - minced 4 cups arugula 1 cup parsley - chopped Combine beans, capers and cod.

Season with salt and pepper. Stir in parsley. Whisk together lemon juice and oil until smooth adding shallot, salt and pepper. Toss arugula with half the dressing and place portions on 4 plates, top with cod mixture then a drizzle of dressing. Serves 4.

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Delivery

By Andy Schwenk

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ailing season is starting next month.

And with the exception of the hearty crews that participated in the South Sound Series or the Shaw Island Winter Classic, this also means the start of the sailboat delivery season.

Delivery skippers and crews are a diverse lot. Culled from the ranks of racers, some are those special few that are on financially sound footing that they are able to do both the delivery and the race... or perhaps they are simply homeless and wanna get out of the rain for awhile.

Boats deliveries happen around the globe. But since 48°N is a PNW tradition, I will focus on some of my favorite local aspects of the delivery culture, with a little variety thrown in since it’s both the 40th anniversary of the Oregon Offshore and Vic Maui has already sold out. Those are particularly worthy of note, because if you ever wanted to do an ocean voyage, this year is your chance. There will also be

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boats delivering home from Race to Alaska and Pac Cup as well.

The delivery starts in a backwards manner. The owner decides they would like to do a yacht race, so they have to make arrangements to get their lead bellied money gobbler to the start line and/or somehow get it home after the race has been completed in some far off port. The owner is typically one of those types that wants to attract great crew and give them a chance for a victory at the regatta. This involves writing a lot of checks for yard bills, sails, moorage, insurance, regatta fees, crew shirts, snacks, bail money, safety equipment, more sails and repairs, bottom scrubbing, fuel, electronic software, bribing local officials, custom graphics, commuter toll lanes (okay just spit-balling here), yacht club tabs, registration fees, and fees for another box of checks. In order to generate enough income for this revenue stream the owner is obligated to have a decent March 2016

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paying job and be there to hold on to it. Enter the delivery skipper and crew.

These are the folks entrusted with the owners fiberglass hot rod and are tasked with duty of getting either to or from the regatta safely.

Of course these delivery folks are usually super excited to test out that new sail on the way to the regatta but are instructed not to. I would say they are generally trustworthy enough that there is no need to count the silverware, but a close inspection of the liquor cabinet is usually in order.

The owner is always trying to be helpful and set up the delivery skipper with a helpful fellow yacht club member but the savvy delivery skipper usually sees through this ruse, realizing they are just a spy and declines the offer. The delivery crew is often primarily comprised of the racing crew that are trying to do all they can to curry goodwill from the owner to one day get a chance to drive on a fine

afternoon or at least trim the kite on a sleigh ride. Sometimes though, they are the former rockstars on the boat that have now been replaced by the new rock stars and the only way they will get a chance to do the race at all is if they volunteer to do the delivery.

On rare occasions the delivery crew is a group of talented, knowledgeable sailors who have not oversold their abilities in an effort to weasel their way on board. This, of course, is rare.

The delivery skipper may or may not have a list of letters and numbers after their name designating certificates and degrees that are commensurate with their experience. More likely, it’s someone with more gray in their coif than anybody else and a take-charge attitude that ends up leading the way. This is slowly changing as some insurance companies want a licensed individual, if not the owner, aboard. But it is certainly not standard yet. Further, I would argue that although it used to be a fairly high standard requiring an extensive sea-time log, it appears there is quite a variety among the licensing outfits and some scoundrels are getting through. They probably always have, but there sure are a lot of stories around the yacht club watering holes of boats getting towed in or having avoidable mishaps. Don’t get me wrong, there are also terrific licensing outfits that have high standards and reputable instructors. If you are going to spend your shekels for one of these courses make sure you get your money’s worth and not just a fancy piece of paper to hang on the bulkhead.

It is the delivery skipper’s responsibility to ensure the boat is ready for the voyage to be undertaken.

The owner will assure him all is well: fuel tank full, propane full, all sorts of fine victuals are aboard, batteries charged, all navigation equipment in order. Invariably, this is not the case but the seasoned delivery skipper knows they will be held accountable for anything amiss at the journey’s end. Inevitably, they are head-downbutt-up trying to ferret out what needs to be taken care of prior to casting off mooring lines. Generally, the start of the regatta is just hours away, the barometer is dropping like a bride’s undergarments, the current is foul, and the destination straight upwind from

“Deliveries are the way to get that experience you always wanted. You want to become a better driver?

Usually the delivery skipper is only too happy to sip coffee and criticize your technique.” wherever the boat is typically moored.

Now, instead of the leisurely cruise the delivery crew had signed up for they spend their time taking care of all the items that never got quite checked off the list. Hey if it was easy everybody would be doing it.

The truly important thing, and all levity aside, is that the delivery skipper deliver the boat on time and in racing form at the agreed upon port of call. Find out what the owner wants. Most prefer about a 1/4 of a tank of fuel, empty water tanks, enough propane for cooking, sails dry and stowed, delivery sails removed and waiting to be stashed in crew vehicles when they arrive, refrigerator turned or ice box ready for fresh chow, boat warm and dry and heater on if weather is cool. People should keep their gear in their bag and if there is an owner’s stateroom or you know which bunk he or she prefers, have it standing tall not stashed full of wet foulies.

The fact that it is 140 miles from Seattle to Vancouver, BC, and a sailboat traveling at six knots makes about 144 miles in 24hrs means that deliveries between most local regattas are a day or less. How hard can that be? Add in opposing currents, fouled fuel filters, and bad attitudes and it can make for a long day. Of course, the delivery skipper is tasked with handling all this with aplomb. In fact if he is playing his cards correctly he can turn a one day delivery into two, slipping in a stopover at Friday Harbor, Anacortes, Port Townsend or Gig Harbor, depending on where the vessel is destined for.

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out into that whale pasture, even just to Astoria, you need to know what you are doing and your crew does as well.

I often hear of people saying they will do a shakedown cruise to San Francisco before jumping off for Hawaii, usually the trip to SF is far more uncomfortable than the slide to the land of coconuts.

Some barfly will tell you that you want to stay off the coast at least 100 miles because that’s what it says on some pilot chart from 1855. But with modern weather forecasting, a 500mb chart is a more powerful tool. Choose these passages wisely, they cannot always be driven by the fact the race starts in less than 24 hrs. The prudent mariner does not follow a schedule driven by landbased factors. Watch weather patterns and query folks that do that particular passage a lot. I cannot believe how the information super highway has

created such an unedited morass of poor sailing advice.

Deliveries are the way to get that experience you always wanted.

You want to become a better driver?

Usually the delivery skipper is only too happy to sip coffee and criticize your technique. It’s the mark of a great sailor that can easily criticize another.

The same goes for sail handling, bilge scrubbing, galley work and all those other areas you would like to improve on. Mostly deliveries are genuinely fun. You get to experience that 3/4 of the earth that God covered with water, he must have intended us to spend some time out there.

Andy Schwenk is a USCG 100 Ton licensed Master and the owner of Northwest Rigging. He has 42 Pacific transits to his credit and at least one win in every major local regatta.

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John Woodward Legend of Sail and Ski

By Kirsten Bergstrom

“One final paragraph of advice: do not burn yourselves out. Be as I am - a reluctant enthusiast....a part-time crusader, a half-hearted fanatic. Save the other half of yourselves and your lives for pleasure and adventure. It is not enough to fight for the land; it is even more important to enjoy it. While you can. While it’s still here. So get out there and hunt and fish and mess around with your friends, ramble out yonder and explore the forests, climb the mountains, bag the peaks, run the rivers, breathe deep of that yet sweet and lucid air, sit quietly for a while and contemplate the precious stillness, the lovely, mysterious, and awesome space.

Enjoy yourselves, keep your brain in your head and your head firmly attached to the body, the body active and alive, and I promise you this much; I promise you this one sweet victory over our enemies, over those desk-bound men and women with their hearts in a safe deposit box, and their eyes hypnotized by desk calculators. I promise you this; You will outlive the bastards.”

-Edward Abbey

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here is someone I want you all to meet. His name is John Woodward and he is extraordinary.

Where shall I begin? There is a lot to tell. John celebrated his 101st birthday on February 18, 2016. To look at John’s life is to peer into a century of the annals of our northwest sailing and skiing history, and to gaze outwards

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at pinnacle moments of the world at large. Like so many of us who call the Pacific Northwest home, John shares a love of sailing, skiing, and adventure.

Admittedly, we are spoiled. We can do a sailboat race on Saturday and ski on Sunday and we can do that year-round.

Our mountains have glaciers. Our waterways are arms of the sea itself.

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But I digress.

I had the privilege of meeting John Woodward two years ago on his 99th birthday, two years after he stopped skiing. At the time, he and his good friend, Bette Gregory (featured as the clever Star sailor with enough integrity not to fill her pockets with lead weights in “Women’s Sailboat Racing History”

in the January 2016 issue of 48° North), joined Corinthian Yacht Club sailors for their Monday member lunch. I had only a few minutes to chat but I noticed that John had a lively twinkle in his eye that suggested a life of adventure. I was intrigued and wanted to know more.

In getting to know John, I learned that John had built boats, had raced many successfully, and had played an integral part in the history of the American ski industry, with its origins in World War II. John, you see, was the instructor for the renowned skier-soldiers of the 10th Mountain Division of World War II. This elite unit has its roots in the first World War, when it was formed in 1918.

The division was reinstated during WWII. The need for a group of soldiers specializing in combat that took place in harsh alpine environments was highlighted in the lead-up to WWII, when an over-matched team of Finnish soldiers defeated a powerful Russian invasion in 1939.

As the US got involved in the European conflict shortly thereafter, the US Army decided to reinstate the elite alpine division. The 10th Mountain Division needed a few good men, men like John Woodward.

John is smart and athletic. Born in Iowa in 1915, his family made their way west and settled in Seattle. John first skied in Iowa, then continued to hone his mountaineering and skiing skills throughout his lifetime.

John could handle himself on the water, too. He learned to sail through practice and by reading the books by Manfred Curry, like the 1925 classic The Aerodynamics of Sails and Racing Tactics.

He built several boats and raced also, winning Blanchard Sr Knockabout Championships three years in a row from 1949 to 1951. This was no small feat considering John sailed in the days when there were regularly 30 or more boats in the fleet. I asked John why so many of our current racing fleets have dwindled in size. “Some of the boats require a level of athleticism that excludes some,” he mused, “and then there is the rising cost of it all.”

John, like many of his peers, built some of his own sailboats and there were a range of affordable boats to be had. John had an award-winning Blanchard Senior Knockabout,

Schuss, and four different Flatties.

The Blanchard Knockabouts, including the 20foot Blanchard Junior and the 26-foot Blanchard Senior, were open keel sailboats built

by Norm Blanchard, considered by many to be one of Seattle’s great boat builders. Compared with other yachts, the Blanchard Senior Knockabout was an inexpensive sailboat that featured a Star keel and mast, and had a cabin that could sleep two or three.

“It was accessible price-wise for a middle-class family,” says local boat historian Scott Rohrer.

A testament to the lifelong friendships people make in the John’s daughter world of sailing, Bette Gregory and John Woodward are still Wendy remembers pals long after their illustrious sailing careers ended. his love of racing, on skis and on reaction to the deaths of four young boats. “We had a beautiful 1929 men who capsized in an International 32-foot Chris Craft called Melody that Star on Lake Union in 1927. we would take to the San Juan Islands.

John acquired another Flattie, hull It was mahogany and Dad would polish it,” Wendy shared. “We would #178, that was built by Don McCoscry haul the El Toros with us and my in 1938 and it was fast, too. Whereas brother and I would race my Dad. If he #18 lagged on a run, #178 flew. “If you saw other boats around, he would sail can’t win with this boat, you’ve really over to them and ask if they wanted to done something wrong,” he told John.

And John did do well, racing on Lake race us. He loved racing.”

John has fond memories of the Washington in the 1930s.

As a high school student, John was Flattie he built and raced, especially hull #18. John said: “I built three hardy and ready for adventure. At 17Flatties. The third, #18, was fast. As fast 18 years of age, circa 1932, John and a as it could be and still be legal, that is.” few ski buddies would, unbeknownst The Center for Wooden Boats gives to their parents, sneak off to ski. They us a little more background on the would get a ride to an area south of downtown Seattle. John and his friends Flattie: knew it as the spot where they could The Geary 18, originally called the climb onto a Milwaukee freight train ‘Flattie’ is a fast, simple, flat-bottomed “hobo-style” that would take them up sailboat designed for youth racing into the mountains. Wearing “3 pairs

by Ted Geary in 1928 for the Seattle of fishermen’s pants, 3 sweaters and a Yacht Club. His design was chosen by parka,” John told me they would pack the SYC in a competition held to create their skis onto the train and ride up into a simple, safe, fast boat to get youth the mountains. Then, John said, “we’d involved in racing. The project was a www.48North.com March 2016 45

in Washington. John was then sent to lead the 10th Mountain Division training at the famed winter warfare training location, Camp Hale in Colorado, where soldiers worked in altitudes of up to 13,500 feet, in 5-6 feet of snow and in sub-zero temperatures. It wasn’t all bad. John said that the soldiers occasionally relaxed with a concoction they affectionately called Aspen Crud. It was a whiskey milkshake. Tough men indeed.

At Camp Hale, the army received a large shipment of skis for the soldiers in training.

The skis were found to be impossible to ski with; they could not turn with the stiff skis.

The original design was made using a soft northern hickory.

The shipment of skis were made with a hard southern hickory.

Whether it was for fun, competition, or combat, The Quartermaster's Office sent John Woodward was a natural on skis. out a man to investigate and John throw our packs off first, then we’d told him, "You know how a bow and throw our skis off, and then we would arrow works, don't you?" Sure. "If the jump off the train.” After retrieving bow won't bend, it won't work, will it?" their belongings, they hiked through Naturally. "If the ski won't bend it won't the snow, down to the road, and back work either." The men at Camp Hale up to a little ski hut they had built. had ridge-topped a pair of these skis to Once at the hut, they would build a fire soften them up and John had the man and dry out their clothing overnight so from the Quartermaster's Office flex they could ski the next day. those and the original models. "Now The 1930s were happy days of we've got two broken legs from these sailing and skiing for John. John raced and the testers are in the hospital," said in the famed Silver Skis on Mount Woodward. "They'd like to talk to you."

Rainier, “the wildest race ever held in They were quickly authorized to adapt North America,” according to Lowell the skis and John’s men spent weeks Skoog, “Other races in the ‘roaring processing skis. thirties’ may have had steeper or John was a Major in the 87th rougher sections, but none could match Mountain Infantry Battalion of the the Silver Skis for its combination of 10th Light Division. This division was altitude, length and alpine setting. deployed to Italy toward the end of Starting at Camp Muir at 10,000 feet WWII, where they fought a number on Mount Rainier, the course dropped of battles even though the war was 4,600 feet in 3.6 ungroomed miles. drawing to a close. Unfortunately, But what really made the first Silver though the division was small and Skis unique was its mass start, or specialized, and they only faced ‘geschmozzel.’” combat for a few months at the end Before the outbreak of World War II, of the war, they suffered some of the John bought himself a ticket to explore highest casualty numbers of any WWII Europe. He returned and enlisted, first division. in the 15th Infantry where he led the I sat, riveted, as John told the story first ski patrol prior to his involvement of the fight for Mount Belvedere, the with the 10th Mountain Division. highest mountain in the northern John led a skiing circumnavigation Apennine Mountains in Italy. In a of troops on Mount Rainier and led nighttime operation on Riva Ridge, on trainings in the Olympic Mountains John’s 30th birthday, February 18, 1945, 46

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the Americans climbed a steep, ice and snow-covered ridge and secured it with minimal casualties. The following day’s victory on Mt Belvedere itself did not come without a cost: Almost 1,000 of the 13,000 troops were lost. The battle is seen by many as an important turning point in the war in Italy.

John returned from the war and he, like other soldiers of the 10th Mountain Division, were instrumental in the development of the American ski industry. 10th Mountain Division veterans formed ski schools, coached and instructed skiing, and founded ski resorts like Vail, Winter Park, and Arapahoe Basin, in Colorado. You’ll find footage of John skiing in the ever-popular Warren Miller films.

John himself had a 30 year career in the ski industry, running ski schools, including managing the UW ski school.

John edited and published Ski World Magazine, and became a partner in the A & T (Anderson and Thompson) Ski Company in Seattle. We can thank John for innovations such as the first flexible heel-release ski binding (which he patented), the world’s first laminated ski, and numerous other innovative technologies.

John is a skier and a sailor. As I said earlier, who has to choose in the Northwest? John has played in the snow and on the water throughout his entire life. He raced [skis] into his mid-90s and the list of his boats provided by his daughter Wendy, illustrates a boating life well-lived. A Penguin, a CatBoat, Flatties, Blanchard Knockabouts, a Chris Craft, El Toros, Lasers, Lightnings, a Kayak, a few powerboats round out his lifetime fleet.

Today, John lives in Bothell and is a fascinating man to talk to on any topic. He has an ever-present smile and a gentle warmth. I’m glad I had the opportunity to meet this inspiring person and I’m doubly glad to introduce him to all of you.

I hope you’ll join me in three cheers for John Woodward on 101 years of life supremely well lived. Happy birthday, John!

Kirsten Bergstrom is a Seattle-based sailor, writer and mother of two. This year’s adventures include campaigning a Starboat, and deliveries in the Mediterranean and along the West Coast.

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etting ready for the sailing season can mean going back to a boat that has laid dormant for the winter, or doing your annual spring cleaning even if you sail all year long.

There are lots of lists available, and while we are going to mention many of the important things we look for, this is not meant to be a spring survey. There are some items which we feel deserve special consideration, so we will spend extra time going a little deeper into them. You will want to consult the manufacturer’s manual for your boat and its equipment about maintenance requirements. This will give you more information, not only about the appropriate frequency, but also the process to use in getting your boat ready for the spring. We will mention specific test equipment, but only to let you know it exists - not to indicate that you cannot prepare your boat without it. There is nothing as helpful as a bright flashlight and a multimeter is pretty indispensable. In this article, an asterisk (*) means that we’ve written a full article on the subject for 48° North.

Figure 1 is a guide to those archives.

Below deck, we start with the stuffing box or shaft seal*. Look for dripping where there should be none.

Later, with the engine running, measure the temperature of the metal part that houses the seal. All hose clamps should be inspected. If they are the perforated type, this will require dismounting and remounting them (Figure 2, page 48).

All the hoses on the boat should be treated this way, and make sure that any below the waterline are double clamped. Open and close seacocks* and valves, and lube them. There are a range of lubricants; we often use Forespar® products.

Your vessel is full of sensors. Some sound alarms; others activate - most commonly the bilge pump. Activate or test them. The following list could apply to your boat: in the bilge are the bilge pump switch*, high water alarm, and, propane*. Then, check the smoke, CO2, and low voltage alarms. Inspect the bilge for oil before you do anything to cause an overboard discharge of petroleum - that could be a $5000 fine*.

Your bonding system* is on the list for annual inspection so this a good time to take care of this.

Batteries* are an important focus

and, of course, if they are flooded case, fill the boat’s empty water tanks batteries, top off with distilled water. with fresh water. You can add chlorine Test your batteries for individual or a commercial tank sanitizer to the voltages whether they are connected water in your tanks and then empty by in series or parallel as differentials in opening all your valves, faucets, and voltage can cause charging and other showers. Now, change the water filter problems. Afterwards you could put a cartridge*, if there is one. Be sure to use clamp meter (Figure 3, page 48) on the one that removes chlorine. Close all the system ground just before any battery valves and leave the pressure pump bank to check for any mystery current on; it should not cycle. If it cycles, drain when everything is off. Make something is leaking either externally sure you clean off any corrosion on the (look for water exiting the connections) terminals. Then grease (with dialectic or internally in the pump itself. grease), and tighten the connections The water heater is a prime suspect using hexnuts and lock washers- not in stray current problems, so visually wingnuts. GFCIs* are supposed to be inspect it. Test that there is no electrical checked monthly via the test button, short (Figure 4, page 48). This is a good but this does not tell the whole story. moment to clean the shower sump We recommend they be checked with a pump screens, and don’t forget the current tester at least once a year. level switch inside the shower sump.

Test your navigation and deck Pump the head with the Y valve in the lights*, inspect antennas, and clean holding tank position; make sure it is and grease connections. Antenna/ secured in this position by some visible radio testers are available. Shorepower means like a tie wrap. Lube the head as cord* and outlet/inlet require constant the manufacturer recommends. vigilance and safety here is paramount.

Machinery can vary greatly from Once your electrical system is one boat to another so this is certainly secure, turn on the refrigeration and not a definitive list. Outboard motors see how cool it is. like new spark plugs. Look over the Special notes for propane systems*: test by turning on the gas with the appliances turned off. Then, turn off the manual tank valve and note the reading on the pressure gauge. Let it set for 15 minutes; then recheck gauge.

It should read close to the same, or start looking for a leak.

The plumbing list depends on whether you winterized your pressure water system or not. If you Figure 1: This is a list of in-depth articles in the archives used anti-freeze, you of 48° North that will give you more information about will want to flush the items marked with an asterisk (*). thoroughly. In any www.48North.com

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wires, check for fuel leaks and test the priming bulb for solid pumping action. Lube all moving parts and, if something like the lift hinge will not move, use heat from an electric heat gun to expand the aluminum and get the grease moving (Figure 5). Take a look at the oil in the lower end, and, if it is milky, you are up for a new seal.

On all engines, inspect for parts that may be showing signs of leaking, corrosion or salt collection on joints.

Impellers in raw water pumps* should be changed at least every other year.

On inboard engines, check the air intake filter, pencil zincs, engine belt tension, oil level, transmission oil, and, with the engine cold, the coolant

Figure 2: Automotive hose clamps like “A” are perforated through the band where the gear (screw) tightens the clamp. This causes the hose to be cut and forced into these openings thereby degrading the hose.

These clamps are not 316 SS and are often welded. For this reason, they should be dismounted for inspection periodically. level at the header tank. Change the oil if you did not do so at the end of the season and fill the overflow tank to the mark. Ensure that you have an extra oil change worth of oil, filter, coolant, and spare engine belts. Cooling hoses should not be cracking, bulging, have soft spots, or be stiff, and again, inspect hose clamps* as above.

Do not forget to inspect and lube the windlass. Check the hydraulic steering for operation. If the level is down, be sure to look for leaks. Insects look for a home during winter, so clean fuel tank vents. Fuel additives and fuel storage over the winter is a subject of its own beyond the scope of this article, but pay attention to your water/fuel separator, and, if you do not have one, consider installing one.

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both for condition* and adjustment*. Wipe the standing rigging with a paper towel to clean it and check for snags or “fishhooks.” Look for cracks in swages, barber pole discoloration, broken wires or uneven lay on the wires. Look up the mast for straightness, straight on for the angle on the spreaders, and feel the tension of the stays.

Unwrap the turnbuckles Fig. 4: The water heater is a prime suspect in stray and make certain that current problems; you can test for a short circuit by the threads move freely. putting your multimeter on the continuity setting.

If they do not, use the Remove the source white “E” and black (not shown as heat gun on the barrel removed) wire on “G”, the water heater terminal bar, to expand it. Put Teflon to isolate the heater from the electrical power. Place the grease on them. Before probe tips of your multimeter on the white neutral “B” you tape them up, have wire terminal and the green ground “A”. Then, do the the cotter pins or ring same thing again, only test from “A” to “F”. If your in place. Give all the heater is plugged in rather than wired to a terminal sheaves and pulleys bar, remove the plug “H” from the receptacle and test a turn to insure free between ground “C” and neutral “D”, and “C” with movement. Do not forget hot “J”. This should be done with the heater cold. the masthead; going aloft is not a must if halyards pull freely under tension. Put one end there should not be any and evidence in each hand and pull back and forth; of chafing. Take a careful look at clews/ tacks/heads and where the sails rub on the movement should feel smooth.

Turn your attention to the running something solid, like spreaders or radar. rigging* as it may need replacing, Also, look at battens, batten pockets, washing, or the ends may require and seams. Don’t forget the sails stored melting and whipping. It’s a good down below, like spinnakers.

Double check your safety gear: idea to service the winches. For the deck, last but not least is inspecting the PFDs for all aboard including pets, one ground tackle and dock lines*, making throwable Type IV device, EPIRB & Personal Locator Beacon, MOB gear*. sure you have a full complement.

Sails are kind of their own category. Check first aid supplies and signaling Put them up and look for light where devises, including flares, for expiration and replace or buy electronic flares.

Fire extinguishers are on your boat to protect you from a disaster and to satisfy the USCG minimum requirement.

The USCG only requires type B (flammable liquid) & C (electrical), and not type A (combustibles, wood or fiberglass etc.). To add to the confusion, the maintenance for a rechargeable and a non-rechargeable extinguisher is different; they both must be inspected monthly for serviceability and logged.

Fig. 3: This clamp on multimeter “A” is at- The maintenance for a rechargeable tached to the ground cable “B” of this bat- is done by a qualified servicing tery bank “C”. With all the devices turned agency at least once a year, and the off it indicates an unexplained current non-rechargeable one can be done by a vessel’s owner or someone they drain which should now be investigated.

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appoint as long as they keep a written record. The former may include disassembly, while the later only includes visual inspection to insure it is not more than 12 years from the date of manufacture, the pressure indicator is within the operable range, and there is no physical damage to the extinguisher or bracket, no broken seals, signs of corrosion, leakage or clogged discharge nozzle. Remember, an extinguisher and the bracket must be USCG approved; the bracket that comes with an extinguisher is normally not USCG approved. Another thing to consider is the cleanup if you put out a fire. Both dry agents leave a residue.

The ABC agent is corrosive, difficult to cleanup, and harmful to electronics.

The BC agent is messy. CO2, BC rated, on the other hand leaves no residue, is more expensive to buy, and must go in for maintenance every year. Halotron (also rated BC) is even more costly, but, again, is clean, with extended range.

Having lost a boat to fire, we put cost to the bottom of the priorities.

Finally, replenish spare parts, pump up your inflatable, update charts

Figure 5: “A” is the grease gun nozzle on the grease fitting.

When full pressure was applied, no grease flowed into the hinge “C” on this outboard motor until the heat gun “B” was aimed at the hinge. This expands the aluminum housing of the hinge and liquefies the grease between these two things and the grease starts to flow. This can work with parts that are frozen up very badly. and check anodes. Free vessel safety inspections are available at http://wow.uscgaux. info/content.php?unit=VDEPT&category=i-want-a-vsc.

Here are some words about radio checks: The first choice is call a friend. There are automated radio checks on Ch. 28 in the area of Friday Harbor & Port Ludlow, and Ch. 25 for Lake Washington. Do not call the USCG on Ch. 16! Here in the Pacific Northwest they will respond on 22A. As we have said, adjust all the above to fit your vessel and make this

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known as the America’s Cup Yacht Club Tour. I’ll be traveling to over 75 yacht clubs and sailing organizations around the country in the next year and a half doing presentations about the America’s Cup – everything from celebrating its history and heritage, through its evolution, to what we saw in San Francisco with the AC 72, the first time we had wing-sailed foiling catamarans and the dramatic comeback of Oracle Team USA, then a look forward to what the 35th America’s Cup is going to be like in Bermuda in 2017. All of this is made possible by the America’s Cup sponsors, which include Bermuda Tourism Authority, Bremont Watches, and BMW. You’re still doing some other regatta coverage as well, right? Were you down in Key West for Race Week?

I wasn’t personally down in Key West, but my production company, T2P.tv, was. I still work with T2P on a per-event basis, hosting coverage of major sailing regattas.

Tucker Thompson

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Tucker Thompson is one of the more recognizable people in the world of sailboat racing, having been in front of the camera covering sailing events, including the America’s Cup, for the better part of two decades. In his new capacity as the Official Public Host of the 35th America’s Cup, he’s traveling around to share his experience and his excitement. One of his stops is right here in the Pacific Northwest. He’ll be presenting at the Northwest Maritime Center in Port Townsend on March 19th.

48°N: You will be giving a presentation in Port Townsend, which is the traditional maritime epicenter on the West Coast.

Tucker Thompson: Yeah! I’m looking forward to it. Port Townsend sounds fantastic. One of my primary goals of these America’s Cup (AC) presentations is to reconnect people with the history and the heritage of the America’s Cup. After all, that is what the event is all about. And, as you know, it started with a wooden boat back in 1851. So, being able to celebrate my passion for that history in Port 50

I’d love to know more about your story. You’re best known as a commentator, but what is your sailing background?

Sailing has always been my primary focus and passion. I started sailing in the small town of Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. I started sailing Sunfish and was bitten by the bug very early on. At an early age, I realized sailing was going to be my life. I chose my high school based on sailing, a boarding school in Newport, RI. I went to college at St. Mary’s College of Maryland because they had a top college sailing program. Afterwards, I

Townsend, an area that’s already well known for its maritime history - it’s a great combination.

Would you tell us about what you’re presenting and why?

I am the Official Public Host of the 35th America’s Cup. So, I represent the America’s Cup in many different forms of live distribution: whether that’s press conferences, major public ceremonies in and around the various America’s Cup World Series events, television coverage, and, in this case, what’s March 2016

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The wooden boat that started all this AC excitement in 1851, the Schooner “America.”

got into the professional match racing circuit with Andy Green, who I’ve also done a lot of America’s Cup television coverage with. Andy and I sailed on the professional match racing circuit for three or four years, and I ended up getting involved with an America’s Cup team in New Zealand in 2000.

The team was America True, which was based out of San Francisco.

You were involved as a crew? What were you doing on the boat?

Well, the joke was, and still is, that everybody on the America’s Cup boats outside of the driver is a grinder. But yes, I did a handful of different things, and midbow and forward floater were the two positions that I was slotted into. Interestingly, I didn’t sail every race in the America’s Cup Trials, and when I wasn’t on the boat, I would spend time on our VIP spectator boat commentating.

That’s right, and you started T2P.tv that the same year?

After I came back, actually. I essentially started my first America’s Cup commentary as one of the crew members with America True. But when I returned from New Zealand, Bruce Nairn and I started T2Ptv. He was also a professional sailor with North Sails. We both wanted to get involved in the media side of the sport, and sponsorship fulfillment. We decided video was the best way to do that.

Nobody was providing coverage of major sailing regattas on the internet, so we were the first to broadcast sailing shows online, way before YouTube was invented. Since then, we’ve done over 1,500 sailing shows together.

You certainly have a prolific catalog.

Did you already have your eyes on sailing media by the time you were acting as a crew member commentator, or did someone seem to see something in you at that point?

No, it wasn’t by accident. I knew at a very young age that I wanted to get involved in the media side of the sport.

A dream of mine was to do America’s Cup television. I had no background in that, and people don’t exactly hire for that position. Honestly, my goal was to become a professional sailor and race on an America’s Cup team first to have enough credibility to shift into covering

The re-purposed AC 45 “Turbos” are equaling speeds of the AC 72s with wider beams and taller wings. The newly designed 50’ AC class catamarans will launch next year. the America’s Cup on television. Once I had done that, I started focusing on video coverage. Since nobody was hiring sailing announcers, we basically taught ourselves how to cover sailing, how to produce shows, and how to broadcast them. After years of doing that, I got my first America’s Cup job with Versus (television channel), as the on-the-water announcer for the live coverage of the 2007 America’s Cup in Valencia, Spain – coincidentally with Andy Green.

Looking back on your experience as an AC sailor, other than validating your resume as a commentator, was there a particular sailing highlight?

The very first day I sailed on an America’s Cup boat was one of the greatest experiences. There has never been a clear path for young sailors to get involved in the America’s Cup, which is why I spent so much time focusing on match racing and big boats, but I never knew if I was good enough until one day I got a phone call from America True and they invited me to be a crew member. It was a spectacular moment as a competitive sailor when I stepped on a Cup boat. I’d never been on one before. We went out in the Hauraki Gulf in New Zealand, and it was one of those pinch yourself experiences.

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You were mentioning the former lack of a pathway for young sailors to get involved in the America’s Cup. Now, the Youth America’s Cup provides a pathway, and the newest Oracle Team sailor, Cooper Dressler, came from that America’s Youth Sailing Force, a team from that program.

The Youth America’s Cup is coming back again for the 35th Cup series, what are your opinions about that?

Thanks to the efforts of the America’s Cup, there is now a clear pathway for young sailors to pursue a career in professional sailing and get involved with an America’s Cup team.

It’s very important to the organizers of this America’s Cup to leave a legacy well past the racing, whether it’s through the Red Bull Youth America’s Cup, which allows sailors 18-24 a chance to race on the foiling 45’ catamarans and essentially train for and get noticed by future America’s Cup teams. There’s also the Endeavor Community Sailing Program, that the America’s Cup has started in Bermuda - it is introducing thousands of young people to sailing who have never had that experience before. Regardless of whether Oracle Team USA continues to defend the America’s Cup, they will have left a legacy for the sport that will endure for many years to come.

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crew, Blair Tuke, have not lost a 49er regatta in 23 straight regattas. They’re currently leading the America’s Cup World Series, and New Zealand has always been a powerhouse America’s Cup team. They’re formidable. Then you have Ben Ainslie of Land Rover BAR. Ben was brought on board for the comeback in 2013, and helped Oracle Team retain the Cup. He’s also the most successful Olympic Sailor of all time, with four consecutive gold medals and a silver in five Olympic Games.

In my opinion, he’s doing just about everything right from an organization and management standpoint, budget, timing, crew. He’s got all the ingredients to win the Cup. If I was Oracle Team USA, I’d be happy to have a small advantage, but I’d also be very nervous.

boat, they just didn’t know how to harness it. Eventually, they figured it out - whether it was foiling upwind, roll tacking the boat, or getting better with upwind and downwind speed and foiling gybes - they improved everything all the way around. There was a moment two-thirds of the way through the regatta when Dean Barker was quoted as saying that he knew they were in trouble. From that point on, you could see their mood change. The Kiwis peaked well before the America’s Cup both in terms of their boat handling and their design package. They basically froze their design and believed that they had a faster boat all the way around the track.

And to be fair, they did at that time. It wasn’t any magical thing that Oracle did, they just got better and better.

Did you get a chance to sail on one of the AC 72s?

No. Unfortunately, due to the tragic loss of Andrew “Bart” Simpson, guests were no longer allowed on the boats. When Andy Green and I first showed up in San Francisco and started covering the early races, we found it a little difficult because we With 1,500 sailing broadcasts under his belt, this is were talking live about a boat Tucker Thompson doing what he does best. that we’d never been on. We were sort of guessing what Thinking about that 34th America’s was going on onboard. We did get a Cup in San Francisco, I can run you, race chance to go on the platform and have by race, through the emotional gamut that the sailors show us how everything I was experiencing as a viewer. As someone worked. The next best thing was that involved in the Cup broadcast, when did early on in the Cup, we got to go out you start to believe that Oracle might on one of the training days with one of actually come back? the race committee tenders. I’ll never To start with, I didn’t believe that forget it. The driver literally left the Oracle had a chance of winning, like harbor at an idle speed and then he many people. However, I wish I had put the throttles all the way down. The put money on Oracle early on, because boat was doing 40+ knots and I think the odds must have been incredible I shrunk about an inch, cracked a few and I’d be a rich man. A Kiwi Cup vertebrae, and lost a few teeth because was sort of a foregone conclusion. I he shook the hell out of the boat. I used to joke with the Kiwis when we’d thought something was wrong with bring them up on stage at the dock this guy, that he’d had too many Red out show. Dean Barker would stand Bulls or was an adrenaline junky. We right next to me and I literally would were going so fast it was unbelievable, say, “Hey Dean, can you wrap this until Oracle came along side and just thing up? My wife is hoping I can be blew past us! And, they were as stable home next week.” Now, I feel bad for as an aircraft carrier. That’s when I joking with him like that. Obviously, realized the speed these things were we all know what happened. I think capable of! the American team always had a faster I was on the highway going to 52

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an AC World Tour presentation and was thinking about how these boats are doing speed in excess of 50 miles an hour, so I rolled down the window and I stuck my head out the window at 50 miles an hour. This is what sailing these new America’s Cup boats is like.

It’s just crazy if you think about it.

The AC 72s will not be back for the 35th Cup in Bermuda, but there is a new AC 48 design in the works. Is anybody sailing these new boats yet?

Officially they’re calling them a 50 footer. It’s actually going to be just shy of 50’. The teams are still designing them. They’re sailing in surrogate training boats, which are scaled up versions of the AC 45s used in the last Cup, modified with wider beams and taller wings, cockpits and grinding pedestals to mimic what the 50’ catamarans will be like. They’re using these AC 45 “Turbos” to test systems, foils, and concepts that will apply to the design of the future boats. The future America’s Cup class catamarans won’t be launched until early next year.

What’s your opinion about that platform, with its smaller scale? With a more limited budget it allows more teams to play. Are you getting the sense that the boat will perform nearly as well as the 72s?

The 45’ boats that they’re sailing now are already equaling the speeds of the AC 72s. The new 50’ America’s Cup class catamarans should be able to outperform the 72s.

You cover lots of non-America’s Cup events as well, many of which I’m sure you’ve been to year after year. Would you say you have a favorite?

I have two that stand out in my mind as favorites. One is Block Island Race Week, which is a fantastic event that takes place every two years in New England. The other one is the Bitter End Yacht Club Pro-Am, if you’re familiar with it.

I’m definitely familiar. I haven’t been, but it always looks like a blast. What do you like so much about it?

I’ve been a competitor in the Bitter End Pro-Am and I’ve also covered it on the media side. I think the most spectacular thing about it is that it encompasses everything that’s great

about sailing. Number one, the guests of the resort at the Bitter End get a chance to sail with and crew for the very best sailors in the sport. It is short course small boat racing, which is a lot of fun. It takes place in the North Sound off of Bitter End, which is an ideal place for sailing – small waves, plenty of breeze, tropical water.

The racing really takes a back seat to everything that the resort offers. I don’t work for the Bitter End, I’m just honestly telling you how I feel. You come off the water and there’s steel drum music playing and palm trees swaying and everybody’s drinking rum punches. The parties at night are fantastic. So, what’s not to like? If you ever have a chance to experience it, I highly recommend it. The best part, of course, is that you get to race with all these legends of our sport and it doesn’t cost any extra – it’s free.

Wow, I didn’t know it it was free. Yeah, how much would people normally pay to be on a boat with Dave Ullman?

Staying at the resort isn’t free, but what an opportunity. The years I did it, you had Russell Coutts, Paul Cayard, Kenny Read, and Dawn Riley.

At the Pro-Am, I once heard one of the guests struggle to decide whether he wanted to race with Russell Coutts in the morning and Paul Cayard in the afternoon.

So, other than an occasional event spot like that, are you still involved in sailing as a sailor?

I’ve always been a passionate racing sailor. So, perhaps starting a production company covering what I love to do was a bit of a mistake.

Because, as we got more successful, it effectively canceled my sailing career.

Now, I end up filming some of the same regattas I used to enjoy racing in. I certainly don’t miss days drifting out on the water, or getting thrashed around in 20-30 knots of breeze and big waves and rain. But there are moments when it’s 85° and 15 knots of wind and perfect sailing conditions at an exciting event that make me think, ‘I really do wish I was still out there doing it.’ In addition to working so much, I now have two young kids and a lot of other responsibilities that come with getting older. But, as my kids grow up, I’m

“Whether it’s social or athletic or competitive or lifestyle, I think sailing is the perfect all-around sport.” very excited to get them involved in sailing. I think that’s actually going to get me back involved in it as well. I look forward to that.

As a family man, when you think about the ways that you’d like to get your kids involved in sailing, does that change your perspective about promoting sailing?

I think the greatest part about our sport is the lifestyle that it offers, whether it’s the America’s Cup or a dinghy regatta at your home yacht club. Whether it’s social or athletic or competitive or lifestyle, I think sailing is the perfect all-around sport. That’s why I’m excited to see my kids get involved in it. I really don’t mind if they pursue competitive sailing the way I did. I just want to foster a love for the water and see them enjoy sailing.

Then we’ll see where they can take it.

Regardless, I look forward to doing it with them, be it hardcore racing or just cruising around the bay.

It’s interesting how many of the top racing sailors I’ve spoken with have kids that they’re excited to go sailing with, but aren’t concerned with whether the kids race.

Like you, they want their kids to discover the sport of sailing in their own way.

I think the worst thing you could do is push a kid so far that they don’t enjoy it, because then your efforts become counterproductive. I really think fostering a love for the sport and for the water is the best thing you can do. Once that’s instilled, it’s up to them to pick up the ball and run with it. Everybody knows that sailing is one of those sports where if you’re into it, you’re passionately addicted to it. I don’t think that’s something you can push upon your kids. So not pushing them is the way to get them to love it.

Back to the America’s Cup, I count myself among the group that is disappointed that there aren’t free YouTube broadcasts of the America’s Cup this time around. Do you have an opinion about that?

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Event Organizers did last time in terms of distributing the coverage of the America’s Cup free to air worldwide was a fantastic gift for the sport of sailing. But, it also spoiled us, and we expected it would be the same this time around. To be fair, the America’s Cup is an extremely expensive game. This time, they’re more focused on making it a more commercially viable event. Part of that is selling television distribution rights and creating a pay-per-view app for fans to experience it. In one sense, it’s unfortunate to not be able to see all that great coverage for free, but you have to look at other major sports and realize that they don’t offer free coverage of their biggest games either.

The America’s Cup is the biggest event in our sport. It’s unfortunate that we all can’t see it for free, but it’s also fair. And that’s not to say you can’t experience it live on NBC Sportsnet or on the app, which is really great, by the way – you can tap into the onboard feeds on any of the boats. It’s still available, it’s just different.

So looking ahead to the next year and a half and the lead up to the Cup in Bermuda, what are you most looking forward to?

I’m a resident of San Francisco, which is the best natural sailing amphitheater in the world, and having experienced the San Francisco Cup, it’s a different kind of excitement. Having said that, Bermuda is going to be one of the best venues that has ever hosted the Cup. It’s the ideal tropical destination and is perfect for sailing. Additionally, I’ve been involved in four Cups, and in all four of them the build-up to the Cup is relatively slow. Here in San Francisco is a great example. In the early rounds, people were confused and didn’t really know what was going on. Then, once the Cup builds momentum, people start to actually pay attention and then it’s really big for the finals. But in Bermuda, I traveled there, shortly after they announced the venue, everyone was excited about it all over the island – whether it was the cab drivers, the shop owners on Front Street, or the people selling coffee in the coffee shops. And that’s two years out! If that’s any indication of what the Cup is going to be like in 2016, I think we’re in for quite a show.

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T he S ailmaker S essions The Evolution of the Human Element of Sail Design

By Dale Wagmeester, of Banks Sails and Waagmeester Sails The Sailmaker Sessions is a new recurring series in 48° North. We hope that you will enjoy it as much as we have enjoyed planning it. Each month for the next year, we will feature a different local sailmaker in two formats. Every new issue of 48° North will feature an informational article written by the featured sailmaker.

The topics will be wide ranging. As many of you already know, a part of being a sailmaker is sharing the vast knowledge they’ve accumulated with their clients.

Well now, some of that knowledge and experience is available here for all of us to enjoy. As a complement to each monthly article in print, the featured sailmaker will participate in an interview that will be published on the new www.48north.com.

The purpose of these interviews is to share the sailmaker’s story, their background, and their current interests, goals, and passions in the world of sailing. Sailmakers deliver an essential service, but they also are essential people in our community, and we’re thrilled we will get to know so many of them over the coming year.

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elcome to The Sailmaker Sessions, a new series in 48˚ North. I think it is a great idea to have a column written by a rotating selection of Pacific Northwest sailmakers, and I am honored to be writing the first installment.

This column is about my favorite subject: sail design. It is a very broad topic and I could, and have been known to, lecture for hours about design while hardly scratching the surface of the topic.

I feel lucky to have been in the business long enough to have seen the many changes in the way sails are designed and constructed. I began making sails when I was 12 years old, apprenticing under my father. Back then we used the “stick and string” method of laying out sails, which is very descriptive of how those sails were designed. The sailmaker would lay out the basic triangle of the sail on the floor with a string, and then draw in perimeter luff, leech, and foot curves with chalk, using a long batten as a spline.

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doing this by “eyeball”, albeit a trained one.

This drove me to try to design sails with a more analytical approach.

It made sense to me that in a perfect world, you could design the same sail 10 times and the layout would be exactly the same each time. This line of reasoning was being adopted by sailmakers all over the globe as sail cloth became more stable and sailors started demanding better performance from their sails. Once sailcloth became more dimensionally stable, sailmakers could really fine tune their designs and get better accuracy between design and final product. In the mid to late ’70s, all kinds of businesses were turning to these new-fangled computers that were supposed to make everybodys’ lives easier. It didn’t take long for sailmakers to start applying computer science to their sails, which revolutionized the sailmaking industry.

My first exposure to computer designed sails was with spinnaker design. There was a Californian boat

cloth. Next, seam curvatures (broad seams) were drawn on the individual panels to help shape the sail. Finally leech, luff, and foot hem allowances were added to finish the edges of the sail in the sewing stage of construction.

Many great sails were made in this fashion back in the ‘60s and ‘70s but, unfortunately, many bad ones were made this way, too. Making a good sail utilizing this “empirical” method of sail design was based on experience, hunches, a trained eye, and in some cases, just plain dumb luck.

My youthful goal was to be able to lay out an entire sail start to finish without my father telling me to adjust a luff curve here, or a broad seam there. Try as I might, he always wanted to change something. When I got older, I finally started keeping a notebook of each sail we laid out and I eventually figured out that identical sails would often have different layouts. My father was found out! For all of these years he was Fig. 1: An example of a computer-based design program.

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builder who was also a computer jock who was offering printouts for making spinnakers, complete with XY coordinates to shape the panels.

He charged $25 for a Radial Head spinnaker, $30 for a Starcut, and $35 for a Tri-Radial. These spinnakers were fast, the designs were repeatable, and you could tailor the design to your own tastes. This guy had tons of customers and the design of spinnakers took a giant leap forward because of his efforts. This also allowed the smaller lofts to compete design-wise with the larger lofts when making spinnakers.

In many cases, these “mail order” spinnaker designs were superior to whatever else was out there at the time.

In the late ‘70s, computer sail design was really starting to come into its own. The term “computer design” became a buzz word, yet most sailors had no idea of what “computer designed” really meant, in regard to a sail. Many thought that you could tell the computer that you wanted a mainsail for a particular sailboat and the computer would spit out the perfect optimized sail for that boat.

This created the belief that you could get the same sail from any sailmaker that was using “computer design”, i.e. all computer designed sails resulted in the same output and finished product.

In reality, computer design was a way to make sails quickly and efficiently with repeatable results.

Computers had little to do with design optimization in those days. Most early sail design programs would calculate cut panel lengths that could be stackcut to the shape of a Mylar pattern.

This was efficient and repeatable, but not particularly as high tech as the term “computer designed” sounded to the customer.

It took some time, but eventually computers started creating a virtual “mold” of the desired sail shape and would then calculate how each individual panel of the sail should be cut in order to have the sail fit that molded shape. This is when computer sail design really started to come into its own. I remember designing sails on our NorthStar Horizon computer (anybody ever heard of one of those?), watching in amazement and anticipation as the computer calculated and printed the XY coordinates for each panel of

a sail. Each panel took about 2 minutes to calculate. With today’s programs, if it takes the computer more than 2 seconds to calculate the shape of every panel in a TriRadial sail, you start wondering if you have a computer virus.

Computerized sail design has come a long way from those days. For the most part, however, the sail designer still has a large part to play in figuring out how a new sail should be designed.

This is where the art of sail design Modern sail design still requires a human, like Dale. comes in. As with most things relating to computers, just about every sailmaker was getting garbage in means garbage out. While sail design software and learning how the sophisticated design programs of to build sails with it. There were a today can do a great job of graphically lot of bad sails built in those days as displaying the boat, rig, and sails (see sailmakers experimented with the new Fig. 1), it is still up to the sail designer tool. Luckily, most of us eventually to come up with the 2-D perimeter figured it out.

The software that we use at our shape of the sail. And while the more sophisticated design programs can loft today is a major miracle when analyze the efficiency of a sail shape in compared to the program that we used a virtual world before any cloth hits the in the “old days.” It is unbelievable cutting table, you still need a talented what this software can do. New features sail designer to tweak and manipulate are continually being added, making the aerodynamic shape of a sail in the software even more powerful and order to customize the design to best versatile as time goes on. I am like a kid fit the boat and the owner. With all of at Christmas when a new version of the today’s computing power, the human program is released. I can’t wait to see what is new. element is just as important.

My current program gives me so I liken it to using a program such as Adobe Illustrator. Many people many tools and opportunities to tweak have this program as part of a bundled and manipulate a sail design that it software package (and I am one of actually takes me longer to design a them). Just because a person has Adobe sail now than it did 5 years ago. This Illustrator, however, doesn’t mean that is progress? I just can’t help myself, they know how to use the program though. I just love to try to improve a properly, as I can firmly attest. I can design a nip or a tuck at a time.

I believe that we sailmakers are barely draw a circle with Illustrator, while more talented graphic artists alike in this regard. There is a certain can do virtually anything with the satisfaction in seeing your sail design program. Conversely, just because come to fruition on the loft floor, and a sailmaker has a computer design it’s at least as satisfying to see it being program doesn’t mean that he or she used out on the water. And there’s not knows how to harness its power and a stick or a string in sight…

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The Artist’s View – Secrets of the Salish Sea Sketches and story by Larry Eifert

If I get down on my stomach beside the boat and stick my head between the dock and hull where it’s shaded, I can often see fish. And not just a couple of them, either, but often an entire school. In winter, perch frantically spawn for a while, then casually return to their normal milling about, looking for food. Females await the birth of a new gang, usually accomplished by mid-summer. Pile perch are common in these places because they have what the fish need, small crabs, mussels, worms, snails and security.

Generations of these guys live and die here, often never traveling beyond the marina’s entrance channel, and why would they? Life is good here, for both us and fish.

There are many varieties of perch in both fresh and salt water. Pile perch can grow to over 17” and weigh in at over 4 pounds, but most never get past 10” to 14” in length, as diving birds take care of many of them. They’re easily recognizable by a small black spot back of the mouth, a long first dorsal fin bone, and very deep v-shaped tail. Juveniles sport a dark vertical bar that fades with age - as both my little fish show in the painting. Many people fish for pile perch, using bait similar to what these fish normally eat, but they’re picky eaters and will only reluctantly take your offering. I prefer to pursue nature to learn about it, not pursue it for a mediocre meal. For me, the memory of watching fish beneath a boat lasts far longer than catching, cleaning and eating it.

Larry Eifert paints and writes about wild places. His work is in many national parks across America – and at larryeifert.com.

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There are a ton of great places where kids can learn to sail in our area.

Aside from cost, location, and program schedule, here are some questions you should ask when deciding which junior sailing program is the best fit.

Is the program using certified instructors?

These days, it’s getting harder to find programs that don’t use certified instructors. Most often, the certifying body is US Sailing. To earn their certification, instructors must pass a rigorous 40 hour course testing their sailing, power boating, teaching, and seamanship skills. Among newer instructors, there’s a good chance the author was the one who certified them.

Choosing a program that uses certified instructors means the person teaching your child is highly qualified to do so.

It also means they’ll teach to nationally established standards and do so in a safe manner.

What’s after learn to sail?

Hopefully, the program you’re interested in has a pathway and programming that extends beyond basic learn to sail. It’s perfectly normal for kids to repeat beginning sailing a few times, even spanning a couple summers, before really getting the knack of it. But how much fun is it to keep repeating beginners once you’ve mastered the basics? It’s important to make sure there’s a way for your child

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to stay engaged and keep developing as a sailor. Some programs offer intermediate level courses, racing teams, or bigger boats that students can progress into. Others offer shoulder season programming in the spring and fall, so kids can sail nearly year-round.

How are courses structured?

Most programs offer learn to sail classes starting at around age eight.

Many kids decide to start sailing later as teenagers, which is great too. However, it would be cruel and unusual to force a 16 year old into an boat designed for small child and then make them sail with a class or 8-10 year olds. Hopefully classes are broken up by age, ability, and boat type.

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letter words that their instructors teach them, like tack or boom.

Is there something for the rest of the family?

Does the program offer adult sailing or family sailing lessons?

Maybe there’s a “guppies” program for the younger sibling that isn’t quite old enough to start learn to sail class.

Are there BBQs, family events, and opportunities to volunteer? Sailing is most fun when you get the whole family involved and make it social!

Fun Factor!

This is the hardest thing to gauge when looking at a brochure or website, however fun is really what it’s all about.

It doesn’t matter how good a program is at teaching sailing if it’s not fun. What traditions, goofy activities, or theme days make this program unique? Do they teach knot tying by handing out a sheet of paper with black and white diagrams, or do they let the kids try to tie up their instructor? When there’s a no wind day, do they watch a movie or play a giant game of capture the flag?

Talk to other parents and you’ll get a good idea of how much fun their child had last summer.

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race three of the Southern Sound Iont’sSeries.

One cancellation is already the books. It’s a long delivery. The delivery day had all the makings of a potentially very un-fun delivery for those of us who weren’t towing a racing vessel behind something with a heater in it (present company excluded). Missing the crappy part of the day meant leaving extra early on a Friday.

So what does it mean when 55 boats show up on the line with one out of every two coming from out of town? It means Olympia Yacht Club puts on one hell of an event, and it starts the moment you hit the dock at Percival’s Landing.

There’s always plenty of room.

The yacht club is always ready to greet you Friday night, hand you a beer, and make delicious food handed to you by friendly people who all seem

downright thrilled to be there. The club is brimming with excitement.

It’s ridiculously contagious.

The regatta shirts are very nice and thoughtfully designed. It doesn’t hurt either that the club is quite literally downtown. Pick a bar, any bar! There’s a grocery store next door to buy your Beer-Sandwiches-Advil,

Above: Boats sailing by the Dofflemyer Point Lighthouse.

Center: “JAM” first to finish - by a mile!”

Below: Budd Inlet full of spinnakers.

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in the morning, after breakfast, at the Bread Peddler. The location in and of itself is an exercise in being spoiled.

The sequence on Saturday morning starts right on time and goes off without a hitch. There’s breeze.

It’s coming from various directions at various times, but it’s there from the start to dispel the ‘never any wind in the South Sound’ rumor, and hangs in there long enough to score a race, unlike at the Duwamish Head Race, a few weeks prior.

The current is fascinatingly complicated and ebbing all day, yet still allows boats who went the right way to hit paydirt throughout the entire course.

And then you turn the corner and Mount Rainier... Oh My God...Look At The Mountain!

There isn’t another race all year with this same view from the water.

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The decision to shorten at halfway was a good one, which finished all but two racers, and everyone got back to OYC in time for soup. Soup? Yes. There is always soup after the race, furthering the ‘above and beyond’ mentality which has clearly been adopted. If I may be so bold as to cannibalize the PITCH motto, I’d recommend Toliva Shoal be henceforth referred to as the “come for the view, stay for the gold treatment” event. It’s clear why some folks are adamant about not missing Toliva and I have become one of them.

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Close racing between “McSwoosh,” “Bravo Zulu” and “Korina Korina.”

48° North’s Annual Coast Guard Meeting will be on Wednesday, March 16, from 6:30-8:00 pm, at the 48° North office.

6327 Seaview Ave NW, right behind West Marine at Shilshole. Social hour begins at 6:00 pm. If you have any questions about maritime (race) event permits, VTS rules and putting on a fun and safe event, this meeting is for you.

For info call (206) 789-7350 or email: karen@48north.com

Gig Harbor Yacht Club Islands Race March 19 www.gigharboryc.com www.sseries.org

Corinthian YC Center Sound Series March 5, 12 & 26 Top: “JAM” approaching the southeast corner of Anderson Island on their way to first to finish.

Below: Close competition between “Altair,” “He Lives,” and “Dragonfly.”

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Corinthian Yacht Club's Center Sound Series 2016 begins Saturday, March 5th with the Blakely Rock Race.

The following Saturday, March 12th is the Scatchet Head Race.

The three race, no throw-out series concludes on Saturday, March 26th with the Three Tree Point Race.

The series is open to valid onedesign, PHRF, IRC and the fast growing cruising fleets of all experience levels.

A no-host reception follows each race at the CYC Clubhouse.

For further information and registration, go to www.cycseattle.org or call (206) 789-1919. The registration deadline for the races is 4:00 pm on the Tuesday before the each race is sailed.

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f you haven’t raced in the San Juans in the winter, after this weekend I would say that it is a must. A perfect excuse to spend three days on a new boat, enjoy great views of the Olympics and hardly any rain. We were sailing Mama Tried, a new (to us) 8.5 trimaran, co-owned by Bill Niedringhaus and myself.

We thought the best way to learn the new boat was a couple of deliveries and competing in the Winter Shaw.

The Winter Shaw started in puffy upwind conditions that are all too normal for the inner San Juans.

Makika, the other trimaran in the race, started closer to the pin end of the line while Mama Tried chose the middle. A tacking duel persisted with numerous position changes as the boats beat up Harney Channel. Mama Tried has kick up rudders, held by pins that were changed to nylon pins to save the rudders in the event of a log strike.

In hindsight, bigger pins were needed. A small stick broke the pin and BAM, the windward rudder is out of the water. A quick re-pin and we were on our way, but not before being forced to sail into a hole prior to rounding Hankin Point.

While we were sorting our rudder pin, Makika had extended her lead about a 1.5 mile. With the breeze still up and the puffs rolling through, the angle had opened up to a tight reach. Time to put the hammer down - out comes the Code 0 and the two trimarans were lit up down 60

“Wild Rumpus” accepts their trophy for First Overall. Photo by Adam Yuret Upright Channel. Mama had gained some ground on Makika as both boats peeled to the kites for the run down San Juan Channel. Both boats favored the San Juan Island side of the channel and a jibing duel commenced along the shore. We were able to take the lead heading into Wasp Pass.

As we started into Wasp Pass with our Code 0 up, Makika peeled to her jib. The jib paid off as the waterway constricted and the wind softened.

“Makik” and “Mama Tried” spent an exciting day dueling back and forth.

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Makika was able to pass and extend heading east towards the finish. Nigel and crew aboard Makika found an upwind groove that we were not able to match in our new boat. She was able to punch through the wind shadow below Bell Island and Broken Point, sailing on to the finish in breeze. By the time we arrived under Bell Island we saw an opening to stay to the northern side and probably saved around five minutes doing so, but it was not enough. Makika crossed with line honors four minutes and four seconds ahead of us. Job well done Makika and the Winter Shaw was over. A much deserved thanks to the Orcas Island Yacht Club for running a fantastic race.

Stephanie and Andy Schwenk aboard Wild Rumpus won the Santa Cruz Division and were1st overall, followed by Blackfoot, Off Constantly, and The Banana Stand. Ian Wareham won the PHRF-A Divsion sailing Time Bandit, followed closely by Vertigo and Intuition.

Ian's sister, Betsy Wareham, won the PHRF-B Division on her new ride, Purple Martin, with 2nd going to Chinook and 3rd to Celebration.

At 26 boats it was one of the bigger fleets for this event All and all it had been a great few days on the water. We are convinced after this, there is no excuse not to head to the islands to race or cruise this time of year; it is the place to be.

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Seattle Laser Frostbite Series March 6: 6th Frostbite All will be held at Shilshole Bay Marina. For more information, email: seattlelaserfleet@gmail.com

West Vancouver YC Southern Straits March 25-27 Good Friday 2016 will mark the 48th consecutive year for the Southern Straits Classic Race hosted by the West Vancouver Yacht Club.

In addition to PHRF and IRC, ORC Scoring will now be offered to boats with a valid certificate.

The Southern Straits Classic now offers FOUR course options: the traditional Short, Medium and Long with a new Grande course, open to all ORC, IRC and PHRF boats with a rating of zero or less.

Visit www.southernstraits.ca

San Juan 21 Fleet 1 Schedule The San Juan 21 sailboat is a classic, locally designed and built sailboat that is affordable to own and sail. It is a lightweight, trailer based design that has a fully retractable keel making it ideal to trailer to your favorite cruising spot or regatta.

Check the Fleet website for summer cruising opportunities at www.sj21fleet1.org March 5: Team Race and Rigging clinic - Coulon Park, Renton March 19-20: MBYC Spring Sail Regatta - Bellevue April 9: Spring #1, around Mercer Island - Coulon Park, Renton April 23-24: TTPYC Spring Regatta, Des Moines May 7: Spring #2 - American Lake, Tacoma May 21-22: CYC Seattle POD Regatta June 3: Everett Log Dodge – Everett June 23: Elliott Bay Thursday Night series - Elliott Bay Marina July 7-10: San Juan 21 North American Championships - Calgary, Alberta

US Sailing Safety At Sea Seminar March 5 & 6 The Sailing Foundation offers a two day hands on training sponsored by US Sailing and ISAF. The course meets all the requirements for ISAF-sanctioned international races in the PNW. The course will be offered on Bainbridge Island on March 5 & 6. There is an optional third day, hands on Lifesling Clinic on March 7. For information please see the registration and curriculum at www.thesailingfoundation.org

West Sound Sailing Association Races March 26: P ort Orchard

Annual Spring Shakedown April 16: West Sound Corinthian

Rich Passage Ramble April 23: Poulsbo

Poulsbo Invitational May 14: Port Orchard

Port Orchard Invitational Contact Matthew Gardner-Brown (360) 434-2727, g-b@wavecable.com or wscyc.net

7001 Seaview Ave NW #140 Seattle, WA 98117 (206) 286-1004 e-mail: sales@sailnorthwest.com

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ith 11 boats on the starting line, the debut of the C&C 30 One Design class at Quantum Key West Race Week could not have been more exciting. Frequent lead changes, five different race winners over the 10-race series, a squall in the final race, and the drama of a come-from-behind victory are the compelling story lines from the week.

“The one-design racing in our class was excellent. It was a lot tighter than previous events and we had a lot of different winners. All the boats are getting better, which is good to see,” said Walt Thirion.

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“The racing in this class has been fantastic,” said Dan Cheresh, who is also president of the C&C 30 One Design Class. “We traded the lead in races with lots of teams all week, and everyone was getting better and better as the week wore on. The spirit in this class is also great, where everyone is focused on not only winning, but having fun together, too.”

Ed Feo agrees, “We bought the boat for point-to-point racing in Southern California, but we had such a good time sailing in the class that we’ll stay on the East Coast to race as we work toward growing our one-design fleet in California.”

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STYC’s 35th Annual Blakely Rock Benefit Race April 2 The Sloop Tavern Yacht Club's 36th Annual Blakely Rock Benefit Race will take place Saturday, April 2.

This year's beneficiary is again Frog Prints e!, whose mission is to expand potential pathways in life for girls of all socio economic levels through sailing. We think that's pretty darn cool and hope you'll join us for the day. Start with breakfast at the Sloop Tavern for just ten bucks with exclusive morning raffle items! Go out and race, then come back for the famous main event back at the Sloop Tavern.

Your STYC commodore respectfully invites one and all to come out for a great cause and help us break the BRBR fundraising record - just like we did last year! Visit www.styc.org for more details or contact Ashley Bell at (206)473-1905, or email: ashybash@gmail.com

Deadline Announced For Race To Alaska Registration April 15 The Race to Alaska (R2AK), the engineless race for rowers, paddlers, and sailors, has announced a registration deadline of April 15, 2016. The Northwest Maritime Center, based in Port Townsend, WA, has over 27 teams registered so far for the unique, non-motorized, 750-mile marathon scheduled to begin June 23 in Port Townsend. Others are also invited to participate only in the first leg of the race, the 40-mile trip between Port Townsend and Victoria, BC. Competitors for the $10,000 prize thus far range from a stand up paddler from St. Louis to organic farmers in their 60s rowing an open-water boat. Every type of craft imaginable is represented, with at least four entirely new boat designs being built specifically for the race.

Ballard Sails and Yacht Services TOLIVA SHOAL RACE Mc Swoosh 1st in class Constellation 2nd in class Folie ‘a deux 2nd in class

The “Full Race Participants” page of the R2AK website provides some insight into the caliber (and mental stability) of racers entering this event.

Do you have what it takes? The physical endurance, saltwater knowhow and bulldog tenacity to navigate the 750 cold water miles from the Lower 48 to Alaska. We’ll guarantee blisters, mild hypothermia, and the cathartic elation that comes from accomplishing something others would call impossible. With the variety of watercraft and the vast and varied backgrounds of the racers, it’s anyone’s race right now.

Even if you’re not in it for the $10,000, there’s still the secondplace steak knives prize…”

To learn more or submit an application: www.racetoalaska.com

Mocha the Sea Dog LOVES bad hair days on Puget Sound!

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Tulip Regatta April 2-3 Calling all racers! The Anacortes Yacht Club will be hosting its annual Tulip Regatta, April 2 & 3. This early-season regatta is open to all PHRF boats. Additionally, its been a fine tune-up regatta for many of the one-design fleets. In years past, AYC has had class starts for F-18s, Vipers, Santa Cruz 27s and San Juan 24s. We ask that fleet captains help us get the word out to you fleets again.

This year we hope to add to that list and see Melges 24s and M242s.

Come and join the fun! Contact AYC Tulip Co-Chairman (206) 697-0098 or John.Sanford@comcast.net

CYC Seattle Puget Sound Sailing Regatta April 9-10: Small Boats April 16-17: Big Boats Corinthian Yacht Club of Seattle’s PSSR will be two consecutive weekends in April. Small one design/centerboard boats will be April 9-10, and the larger boats will be April 16-17. Races are open to One Design, PHRF and IRC Fleets of all experience levels. Races start off Shilshole at 11 am each day varying distance depending on conditions.

For more information and to register, call CYC at (206) 789-1919 or go to www.cycseattle.org

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Patos Island Classic April 9-10 Sidney North Saanich Yacht Club is pleased to announce the Patos Island Classic Yacht Race will be held on April 9-10.

This is our 35th year and there are many exciting changes coming. Please visit www.patosislandrace.com for information.

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t was the fairest Foulweather Race of them all. Girts couldn’t have dreamed up a better day for his memorial race. 10-15 knots of breeze on the transom, sunny skies, and 28 fun-loving boats, ready for a kite ride to Friday Harbor.

We were set up for a singlestart race, on a short line with boats ranging from the small, but mighty C&C 24 Wind Warrior, to the giant Davidson 72 sled, Cassiopeia.

Everyone was cheery and wellbehaved at the start, and we all got underway without incident. And the rest, as they say, was history - three hours of sunny kite run, interrupted briefly by a close headsail reach up Upright Pass, finishing right in Friday Harbor. There were holes to be found, and some magical rivers

of current, but mostly it was just big smiles and a full on drag race.

With the North Sound Sailing Championship getting skippers excited to travel this year, there were more visiting boats than ever before at Foulweather. All four north Sound yacht clubs who are participating in the series were represented.

In the end, Nate Keller and Dean Vandament were victorious in Wind Warrior. As the scratch boat of the fleet, they dominated decisively by three minutes over the next boat, Shannon Buy’s very own creation, Vertigo. The next two boats on the leaderboard were sisterships, Wild Rumpus and Jeff Hulme’s, Off Constantly. Rounding out the top end were Wayne Lytle’s Peace Keeper and the iconic Time Bandit.

Top: Mick Corcoran's Hotfoot 27, “Blackfoot,” passes one of the ferries in Upright Pass.

Photo by Brian Ferguson.

Center: “Passepartout” in Rosario Strait.

Bottom: Andy and Mike Mullenberg on their new Tartan 101, coming into Friday Harbor.

Photos by Jana Woodmansee.

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Several new boats made their debut on the race. Michael Strauss brought out his Elliott 770, Errant Belle. Mike Mullenberg showed off his new Tartan 101. The Strandberg brothers got their new trimaran in the water just in time to race, the new Broderna II. Scott Soes brought out his new non-Santa Cruz 27 bigger boat, Miss Maddie.

A fun time was had by all, and everyone made it back home. I believe that I may have actually been “the last one to Herb’s” and therefore the rotten egg of the race. Always the Saturday after Presidents Day weekend, always a great time. Come join us next year!

by Stephanie Schwenk

Clipper Round the World Yacht Race To Debut In Seattle April 28-29

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The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race, which is the world’s longest at 40,000 nautical miles, is heading to the Emerald City of Seattle for the first time in its history.

The spectacular fleet of twelve 70-foot ocean racing yachts sailed by amateur crew from all walks of life and 44 nationalities, including Americans, will be berthed at Bell Harbor Marina for a week of festivities sure to get visitors and locals alike into the spirit of adventure.

An endurance test like no other for its crew, the race visits nine different countries and takes almost a year to complete. No previous sailing experience is necessary to take on the challenge as full training is provided.

All that is asked of participants is a good level of fitness, an age over 18, and a thirst for adventure into the unknown.

48° North is excited about this unique event and we hope our readers will be too. Below is a reprint of an interview with the race’s founder, legendary British sailor, Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, the first man to circumnavigate the globe solo nonstop back in 1968/69.

Q. Why was Seattle chosen as a Host Port city in this year’s edition of the race?

Sir Robin: “Seattle is a fast-growing destination and city of innovation, home to some of the world's bestknown brands and industry leaders such as Microsoft, Amazon.com and Boeing. It has a vibrant downtown surrounded by ocean, mountains, evergreen forests and thousands of acres of parkland and the futuristic Space Needle that frames the city’s iconic skyline.

“The attractions are set to make an exciting stopover for our international

crew members .This is also an excellent opportunity for Seattle to promote itself and its strengths to our global race community, developing longterm relationships with domestic and international partners and help drive economic prospect. I’m really looking forward to bringing the Clipper Race to Seattle for the first time.”

Q. What can people expect to see when the race arrives in Seattle?

Sir Robin: “The race will arrive into Seattle following its challenging 5,768 nautical mile race across the mighty North Pacific from Qingdao in China.

“Expected to take over a month to complete, this is one of the longest, and hardest races in the 14 race series.

Teams will cross the International Date Line whilst surfing down huge Pacific rolling waves at speeds of up to 30 knots. Very few have sailed in this part of the world and at times, the fleet will be closer to the International Space Station above them than dry land.

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hear about the Clipper Race experience directly from the people who have taken part during Q&A sessions with our adventurous crew and skippers. “ T h e re w i l l b e a variety of public talks and entertainment and we are delighted to be a part of the Seattle Urban Tr e k , c o m b i n i n g o u r spirit of adventure with the adventure race that combines the attractions of Seattle with treasure hunting, running, social media, problem solving and team work in aid of charity.

“Fans of Seattle’s sporting heritage can follow the city’s very own sailing team, Visit Seattle, which has been representing the city since the race started in London, UK, last summer. For those on board, the opportunity to race into and explore the team’s home port after crossing the Pacific Ocean will be one of the highlights of their circumnavigation.

“Forty percent of crew members have never sailed before they sign up and come from all over the world, including everyone from taxi drivers, to chief executives, students to doctors and many more. Divided into eight legs which include a series of individually scored races, crew can choose to complete the full circumnavigation or select individual legs.

“Finally, you can also come out to cheer Visit Seattle and the rest of the fleet on Thursday, April 28, when they slip lines in Seattle to start their next challenge in the US Coast-to-Coast leg to New York City via the Panama Canal. Take your spot along the marina or join the on-the-water flotilla as they depart in a grand ceremonial parade out of Puget Sound.”

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1967 SPENCER 42 Classic bluewater cruiser designed by John Brandlmayr.

Full keel, solid fiberglass hull, deck and hard dodger.

Well maintained with beautifully restored vertical grain spruce mast. Mahogany interior with 6.4’ headroom, nice upholstery and lots of storage. Recent upgrades: propane system (2011), AC wiring/panel (2011), Natures-head (2011), new standing and running rigging (2012), mast rewire/lights (2012), Xantrex 2000 inverter (2013), Perkins engine overhaul (2013). GPS, radar, anchor windlass, diesel heater, 3 anchors, full chain and nylon rodes, much more. Sleeps 6. Sail away or live-aboard! $46,000. Dinghy and outboard also available. (360) 293-8699 or (360) 202-8014. Email buyspencer42@gmail.com for info or photos.

’68 CORONADO 25’ CUSTOM MODIFIED TO 27’ Custom modification by NW author George Benson.

Teal cruises at 6 knots under power, sails at hull speed in under 10 knots wind. Handles rough weather & big seas better than larger boats. Spinnaker, 150 Genoa, full batten main, forward scanning sonar, 9.9 Yamaha, electric charting/GPS real time position, Tiller Pilot, carries 60 gals water & 26 gals fuel. Large cockpit, standing headroom, 3-burner propane stove/oven, frig/ freezer, solar. Sirius/XM radio. Search Craigslist for ’68 Coronado in Oak Harbor for more details. $12,000, serious offers only. Contact jobee_art@hotmail.com or (530) 465-2029. Read more about Teal’s cruising adventures at www.GeorgeBenson.us and www.teallog.blogspot.com

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BLUEWATER 38’ INGRID KETCH CARINA Well-maintained 38’ Bluewater Ingrid ketch can take you safely across the Pacific. Isuzu 54 hp repower in 1999, new Staaf mainsail, Dickenson Pacific stove, custom mattress, unique teak interior. At the dock in Bellingham.

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1981 CS36T Fiberglass, quality built, rugged, performance cruising sloop designed by Ray Wall. Bluewater capable and ready now. Surveyor stated kept in as-new condition.

All systems completely upgraded - Beta 35 repower (450 hrs), new rigging 2014, complete vessel rewiring/ electrical and much more bow to stern! Asking $59,500 USD, Maple Bay BC. email cs36tforsale@gmail.com for further information.

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BEAUTIFULLY REFIT CATALINA 27 SLOOP Unbeatable condition for extended cruising or cozy live-aboard. Roller furling, std. rig, outboard version.

New since 2013: North Sail double-reef main & 135 Genoa, tiller, traveler, running rigging, Lewmar blocks & self-tailing winches, refinish wood, upgraded wiring & panel, LED lights, chartplotter, beautiful paint keel to deck. Much more! $12,000. Contact (206) 465-7112 or brentlanglinais@gmail.com 5936

2012 BAVARIA CRUISER 36 Fully loaded 2012 Bavaria Cruiser 36. Beautifully maintained by the original owner and ready for immediate sale. The 2-cabin interior, by BMW design with 6’4” headroom, is spacious and full of light from 16 opening hatches and ports, and includes 2 staterooms, full nav station, large head with shower, full galley. The hull design & sail plan, by Farr Yacht Design, results in an easy to sail, fast, and nimble boat. Easily sailed by a couple or single sailor. Volvo Penta diesel with SailDrive for efficient motoring, no prop walk. Extensive list of current generation electronics: hybrid touchscreen plotter, AIS, HD radar, autopilot, VHF with GPS and remote, stereo, TV/DVD, etc. In-mast furling, teak decks, light oak interior, drop down transom, rigged for spinnaker. Call Neill at (360) 770-7778 or email neillstanford@gmail.com 5934

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1981 40’ AIREX CORE FIBERGLASS SLOOP Comfortable roomy liveaboard, Alaska Veteran, Yanmar, new Force 10 stove, Dickinson heat, Vacuflush, Max-Prop, windlass, furler and more. $45,000.

(206) 940-9667

RAWSON 30 PILOTHOUSE Full keel William Garden design. Loaded with everything needed for safe comfortable cruising, and ready to go. New Beta 25 hp diesel. Radar, autopilot, forced air furnace, cold plate and much more. Harstine Island. $28,500. (360) 426-8533

HINCKLEY 38 Beautiful Sparkman and Stephens design, fiberglass hull, fin keel, 1970. Gorgeous mahogany interior, sails like a dream, beautiful brightwork. North main and genoa, Hood spinnaker, Harken furler, ST Lewmar winches, all rope halyards, 4-107 Westerbeke, Ideal windlass, deck wash, Gel house bank + AGM starting battery, dual Xantrex chargers, Adler-Barbour refrigeration, hot/ cold running water, shower with sump pump, EchoMax, LED tri-color, Furuno radar, Garmin 740s color plotter at helm, Standard Horizon VHF with remote mic, Alpha autopilot, ST-60 instruments, holding tank, individual covers for all exterior teak, full cover for winter. $68,450. (503) 363-8819. See photos at www.hinckley38.weebly.com

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1973 ERICSON 27 Nice little gunkholing boat. New mainsail with stormtrack, new lifelines, new standing rigging, new engine wiring. Roller furling. Rigged to singlehand.

Galley, head, water and waste storage, Universal diesel engine. $7,500. Tacoma. Contact M. Paterson at bluetango73@gmail.com.

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1987 CAPE GEORGE 36 MUST SEE! There were only approximately 30 CG 36s that were completely built by the craftsmen at CG Marine Works.

This is one of the finest remaining examples. A twoowner boat with refits in 2007 and 2014. Meticulously maintained, in Bristol condition. This is a true bluewater world cruiser, or will cruise the PAC NW keeping you happy and safe. Compliments wherever she is moored.

All custom built magnificent teak interior. Too many extras to list here. Lying Vancouver BC. For complete description and more photos please call (575) 770-1872 or email wse541@gmail.com. Asking $189,000 USD. 5793

47’ GULFSTAR SAILMASTER All major systems have been upgraded, rebuilt or replaced. New Perkins M92B diesel, Northern Lights 8kW generator, Garmin electronics, Victron Inverter/ Charger, Force 10 Stove, new refrigeration. Asking $135,000. For specs, contact robichaud@telus.net 5931

1989 J/35 Max Q is the best J/35 available. Vacuum formed hull

by TPI. Autohelm, Sailcomp, Ockam instruments, chartplotter. ABS/LLOYDS plaque on hull. ST winches, ESPAR, Battcars, Quantum Fusion sails, Dynema Warpspeed running rigging, carbon fiber spinnaker pole.

Doublers, new lifelines, gates, furling, shore power, new Jefa Delron rudder bearing, keel faired, bottom paint 2014. Stunning varnished custom interior. 28 hp Yanmar, low hours. Freshwater cruiser. $47,800. Contact (503) 793-2442 or larry.landgraver@eoff.com 5437

PROVEN BLUEWATER BEAUTY $45,000 43’ Nereia Ketch, 1983, looking for her next captain to continue her adventuring life. Comfortable liveaboard, equipped for cruising. Refrigeration/ freezer, watermaker, solar/wind generation, ample storage. Fiberglass hull, full keel/rudder, Yanmar 20 hp engine. Sleeps 2-3, open plan. Moored Poulsbo, WA. rocketbw20@gmail.com or (206) 992-1450 . More info and photos at http://nereiaketch.weebly.com/ 5884

1981 SEABIRD 37 CUTTER Comfortable, easy handling, fully equipped, well maintained coastal cruiser. Recent diesel hydronic heating, sails, winches, traveler, Isuzu 54 hp diesel, hull refinishing, full dodger. Asking $45,000 USD. Contact seabird37@sailcruise.net for complete information.

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35’ J/35 1984 Racer/cruiser, rebuilt diesel, good condition, newer mast, custom telescopic sprit pole with new asymmetrical spinnaker, plus standard symmetrical spinnakers, many good sails, full batten mainsail. $28,000. (360) 863-8311 or svell@fidalgo.net

CAPE DORY CD 25D 1982 $17,500 Stored inside. Excellent condition. Numerous recent upgrades and equipment. (503) 581-6995, leave message, (503) 910-3544 leave text message.

MINTO 9’ SAILING DINGHY Minto 9-foot sailing dingy with custom trailer. Fully restored with new spruce mast, sail, rudder and dagger board. Asking $2,450 with trailer or $1,950 without.

Call Kevin (206) 375-1361

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CHRISTMAS WHERRY 16’ Exceptional traditional Wherry. Built 2010 in Reynolds, WA. $8,500. Stored indoors, many quality custom touches. Lug-rigged; leathered oars, yard; Harken hardware; King salt-water trailer, canvas cover. Email gericotr@shaw.ca for details.

S2 7.9 #168 S2 7.9 new running and standing rigging, epoxy bottom, no blisters, Quantum Kevlar sails. EZ loader trailer, $10,000. Contact S27.9forsale@gmail.com or (541) 690-8153.

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16’ SLIDER CATAMARAN Expertly built in 2014 from plans by Ray Aldridge.

Sailed one time-performed beautifully. Includes new sail, all rigging and trailer. Asking price is $5,000.

Contact rodgerslg@gmail.com.

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1977 CAPE COD CATBOAT 17’ Wittholz design, rugged fiberglass, fixed keel, 2’ draft.

Fun family off-wind sailor. Good condition. $4,000.

(206) 463-3577 5928

36’ Catalina - 1983 A classic sloop, this vessel has the standard layout with two cabins, she also comes with furling genoa, newer mainsail, cabin heat, icebox with electric conversion, Raymarine E7-D chartplotter and digital radar, Std Horizon VHF with AIS receiver. Survey available on request........................................ $32,500

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FUSION 40 CATAMARAN Lightly used Fusion 40 owned by the manufacturer as a demo yacht. 3 cabin/2 head yacht-owners version.

Cherry interior accentuated by grey upholstery and black sea Corian countertops give this yacht a modern and open feel. Designed and built to cruise with oversized fuel and water capacity, two efficient Yanmar 30 HP engines. Rounding out this yacht are features such as Harken winches, code-0 with bow sprit AND the opportunity to have the builder add other options if required. Great opportunity to purchase a well built, lightly used and well-equipped yacht directly from the builder. Price reduced for exchange rate, call for details: (604) 465-1662 or bmax242@yahoo.ca 4927

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BRUCE ROBERTS 27’ SAILBOAT Comes with trailer. Hull is C-Flex. 6’ 2” headroom, fireplace, and 2 bunks. New main and 8’ sailing dinghy.

One experienced owner. Asking $8,000 OBO. Call Dennis (206) 781-7649.

SOVEREL 33 $22,000 Great light air performer, PHRF rating 93. Current Quantum Carbon/Twaron fusion racing sail inventory, lots of cruising sails. 2010 Ballenger mast and boom.

Yanmar 1GM10 diesel engine. Lots of interior space, very cruiseable. Al Johnson, (206) 365-8607 or ajohnson1101@gmail.com

1984 CUSTOM BUILT FRASER 41 1984 custom built Fraser 41 cutter rig, one owner, equipped for global cruising, diesel 37hp Izuzu, teak interior, Aries vane. CPT autopilot, solar panels, windless, navigation instruments, Yamaha OB, 8 sails, furling, anchors, plus more. Asking $85,000. Contact dmt1945@yahoo.com

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1981 WAUQUIEZ GLADIATEUR 33 Built for offshore this Gladiateur is in great shape. Repowered 2008, 460 hrs. New main and jib, standing/ running rigging, lifelines, Iverson dodger, Force 10 stove/oven, and deck non skid. Along for the ride: Hydrovane self-steering, solar panels, watermaker, electric windlass with 2 remotes, 12 volt refer, upholstery recovered 2015. Radar, 3 GPS, autopilot, and more. $59,900. Call Marc for more details (206) 321-9749.

60’ CREALOCK SCHOONER 60’ W.I.B. Crealock designed schooner. Custom built

by Peacock Boatworks, Long Beach California in 1997.

Steel is Real! Every feature you can name. Comes with slip in Hawaii. Delivered to any port on the West Coast.

Captain maintained. Leave tomorrow for only $219,000.

For inquiries please email waxbrooke@yahoo.com 5796

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42’ MONK MOTORSAILeR Winner best motorsailer Victoria Classic boat show 2014. Cedar on oak, bronze fastened. 95 hp. diesel.

Sails & full winter cover by Schattauer. Two staterooms and two heads. Comfortable family cruiser. $95,000.

Contact (206) 550-9523 or traditionalboat@gmail.com 5800

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X-YACHT X-342 Classic Danish quality, clean and dry, 34 footer, masthead rig, good sail inventory with Volvo diesel.

Asking $54,900. For more information, contact Don at (253) 250-1346, or (253) 863-3013.

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ATKINS ERIC JR. LOA 30’, LOD 25’2”, LWL 21’6”, beam 7’7”, fractional sloop 378 sq. ft. (main 262 sf, jib 116 sf, plus 130% genoa). Displacement 7,000 lbs, ballast cast iron 3,500 lbs, full keel. Yanmar 9 HP, model 1GM10. Built in 50s, Port Orford Cedar over White Oak frames. Completely restored 2002-2006. $17,500 OBO. Call or text Bill, (206) 200-8194 5877

1986 ERICSON 32 Rebuilt diesel, 21 hrs. 6’3 headroom, dodger, Espar, CNG stove/oven [safer], hot water, Shaft Seal, Campbell prop, cockpit speakers, full batten main, lazy jacks. $36,000 CAN. More info at montyembree@gmail.com 5903

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1982 SAN JUAN 34 RACER / CRUISER Spinnaker setup, 3GM, Adler Barbour, Wabasto heater.

Bottom barrier coated years ago. In dry storage for 4 years in Anacortes. New seacocks. $30,000. Contact albert_coburn@yahoo.com for details.

RANGER-TYPE ROWING/SAILING DINGHY Lapstrake form, teak rail, rowing station, float chambers, teak seats, removable aft seat extension, stern mounting plate, toe eye, teak tiller, rudder and drop board. Setup for cat sail rig (not included). Gig Harbor. Call (253) 691-8795, $825.

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10’ ROWING/SAILING DINGHY Gig Harbor 10’ Navigator rowing/sailing dinghy with jib/bowsprit, kick up rudder + SS rub strip on keel.

Excellent condition. Stored in boathouse. Little use, so it goes. Replacement $4,000+. A deal at $2,200. kschberry@comcast.net, (206) 909-0903 673

AVON R.I.B. LITE 3.10 AVON R.I.B. Lite 3.10 in excellent condition.

HYPALON tubes, fiberglass bottom, folding transom.

Very LOW use, kept in case 48 weeks a year and stored inside. No leaks, patches or repairs. Superb performance with 10 HP engine! $1000. (206) 790-4071 5385

C&C 29 MK2 1984 Well maintained and ready to cruise or race. Extremely seaworthy, Inside Passage vet. Four sails. Lots new including Zantrex trickle charger, batteries, head, and stereo. Yanmar recently serviced. Sleeps 6. Lying Shilshole. Contact marty183@gmail.com 5921

36’ STEEL BLUEWATER SAILBOAT 36’ steel cutter, solid bluewater boat, big sister to Moitessiers Tamata, new bottom, equipped and ready for the South Pacific. Lying Port Townsend. For more information, visit http://svbluewater.com/.

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LORD NELSON 35, 1986 Lord Nelson 35, 1986, cutter-rigged world cruising yacht, recent survey, excellent condition, newer sails, watermaker, liferaft, radar, HF, solar panels, hard dodger, excellent ground tackle, located in Canada. caniksvoyage@yahoo.com 5924

CAPE GEORGE 36 Cape George 36 Project Boat. 90-95% of materials to complete. Partial List: winches, portholes, skylight, complete set of hatches + turtle, mushroom vents, thru-hulls (UL approved), stove/oven, Sapele Marine plywood for interior, Baby Blake Head, new 35 hp BMW engine (freshwater cooled), Scatra coupler, silicon bronze fasteners, 3-way water heater, house beams, teak, Alaskan yellow cedar, fir, Sapele lumber to complete, Norseman Ftgs, plus much more. 90100% complete: cabin sole, deck (fiberglassed, ready for teak), bulwarks, house sides, rudder and gudgeons (hull gudgeons installed), Sampson post and bowsprit, and more. Will sell all or part (in logical grouping).

Contact Mark at tmcom@earthlink.net if interested or want additional information.

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50’ SEARAKER CENTER COCKPIT, 1977 Ed Monk design, built in Tacoma. Hull #5. Perfect family cruiser. 3 cabins, 2 heads, private owner’s cabin. $99,000.

Boat in Mexico. http://bcgypsy44.wix.com/victoria 5640

1988 PASSPORT 42 Proven bluewater cruiser, meticulously maintained.

Cutter rig. Moderate displacement, seaworthy, responsive, extraordinary stowage. Superb teak below. Asking $146,500. For more information, visit http://gfdm.net/passport42forsale 5861

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36’ Catalina - 1988 Full cockpit enclosure, Webasto diesel cabin heat, refrigeration, propane galley, Achilles dinghy, Yamaha 15 HP OB, GPS, laptop with Novatec, furling genoa, Doyle Stackpack mainsail, radar .........................$39,500 (800) 677-7245 Brokerage@sanjuansailing.com San Juan Sailing ~ Bellingham, WA

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CAPE GEORGE 36 HULL & GEAR Cape George 36 hull in good condition. Built-in water/ fuel tanks, ballast (10,500 lbs lead), Volvo md3b with top end rebuild, standing rigging (Stayloc), deck and halyard winches. Wood mast and boom, sails, misc.

Needs new deck and house (rotten), $5000.00 (salvage price of lead). As is whereis in Bellingham, WA. Call (360) 671-1279.

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1972 CAL 33 Atomic 4, needs work. 12 sails, including new North genoa and spinnaker. Needs paint and bottom. Real opportunity for someone with skills. $7,500 obo. Contact patm8198@gmail.com

SAILMAKER/CANVAS FABRICATOR NEEDED IN PORTLANDIA Thinking of moving to Portlandia? We need an experienced canvas shop sewer/supervisor & sailmaker.

Must be able to work with minimal supervision and do most sail and canvas repairs/alterations independently.

Supervising other employees and the ability to work with customers is a plus. Salary commensurate with experience and abilities. Info@waagmeester.com or (503) 288-6591.

PLENTY OF JOBS IN ANACORTES! Help needed in Anacortes! Marine Servicenter full service boatyard needs skilled electricians, mechanics, installers, and painters. Full time, with benefits. Send resume to jim@marinesc.com

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BAVARIA 39 CUSTOM CUTTER Offshore ready. Fantastic opportunity. Selden custom cutter rig, radar, wind generator, solar panels, SSB, Hydro, raft, dinghy, Honda 4-stroke, EPIRB, 40HP Volvo 1380 hrs, dodger, winter cover, cushions, windlass, etc. $65,000 OBO. (509) 370-4222 5355

Partnerships SAILBOAT PARTNERSHIP SOUGHT Experienced Portland sailing family seeks a partnership opportunity to share expenses in your 27-36’ sailboat.

We are experienced with boat ownership, maintenance and upkeep, and will help to keep your boat in top condition. Please call or text Emile, (503) 572-5241 or email lemoine116@yahoo.com 5919

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Sloop tavern Yacht club 2442 NW Market St. #94, Seattle, WA 98107 “Established in Ballard since 1976” $75 Annual Dues - Reciprocal Moorages High quality sailing at the lowest cost Info (206) 473-1905 Ashley

• 25+ years of experience •

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MOBILE MARINE SERVICES

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Boat Show Special: 10% off Labor for Electronics & Electrical, Interior Woodworking & Varnishing

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Professional Services

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We specialize in marine heat pumps, A/C systems, refrigeration, and water makers.

We also carry an assortment of portable freezers and wine coolers for your entertainment needs on the go!

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SCHAEFER MARINE SRL-500 STAINLESS STEEL INNER FORESTAY RELEASE LEVER Schaefer Marine SRL-500 stainless steel inner forestay release lever, with 43.5’ of 1x19 5/16’ wire rope with “pin holes, and closed-body” stainless steel turnbuckle.

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plus new style engine panel shields

Rain shields for opening ports

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#3 KEVLAR JIB #3 North Sails Kevlar tri-radial Jib, like new, 3 battens, can be furled, Luff 30-ft 7-in; Foot 10-ft 4-in; Leech 28-ft 7-in, high clew. $300 OBO. mgs38661@gmail.com 5692

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Great sailboat moorage!

Quiet, protected floating piers (20’ - 80’) Gates and shower. Call our friendly on-site office.

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LG Sailing Charters Day sails, overnights, 3 day, 7 day, or longer.

Local, San Juans, Victoria, Gulf Islands or beyond. 70’ Cutter, up to 6 passengers. USCG Captain. Contact Capt. Bill (206) 919.2916 or email shilshole2009@sbcglobal.net

Birch Bay Village Marina Private Marina with Slips to 50’ Annual moorage from $22.50 / foot / year Water, 30-amp power, Wi-Fi, Restrooms, Gated More info: http://www.bbvcc.com/marina.html

Home or lot ownership in BBV required Gated community: www.bbvcc.com

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Open slips, 26’-60’.

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Easy access to I-5 & Bellingham Airport.

Year round monthly moorage rate $8.00/ft. Winter monthly moorage rate $5.75/ft (Oct-June). 125 permanent & guest moorage slips, 30-amp power, fresh water, laundry, restrooms/showers, pump-out, gas/diesel. Deli & snack bar; groceries. Whale watching, kayak tours, bike rentals and access to Kenmore Air Transportation.

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San Juan Sailboat Charters

Annual moorage available now: 32’ to 80’ Open and 32’ to 60’ Covered slips.

In town rental slips w/security gates, mini storage, full service boat yard, fuel dock & pump out on site.

Anacortesmarina.com or (360) 293-4543

April 2016 Classifieds deadline: liberty bay Marina 40’ - 48’ - 60’ open slips.

Great location.

Restrooms, Showers.

NW Seattle, WA 98107 7-10 day trips, 4 staterooms w/ private

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Best Priced Bareboat Sail Charters in the NW

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HOME AND MOORING BUSINESS FOR SALE Taboga Island, Panama $395,000 Beautiful 3 bedroom, 4 bath home and thriving mooring business. 2400 sq. ft. Spectacular ocean views. Eight years in business. www.tabogahome.canbyours.com,

Boater’s Swap Meet It’s time again to get that box of stuff out of the garage, empty the lazarette and head to the 48° North Boater’s Swap Meet. It’s a bargain hunter’s paradise. And it’s FREE!

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Fisheries Supply Saturday, April 9, 2016

TROPICAL ISLAND CONDOS, ISLA TABOGA, PANAMA. $249,950.

WELCOME TO PARADISE! Two-condo Package on Isla Taboga, Panama. $249,950.

Side by side townhouses, fully furnished and equipped, water view, pool, easy walk to beaches and private fishing boat. Turn-key and ready for you. Visit https://islatabogacondosblog.wordpress.com

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(across from, but not in, Gasworks Park)

1900 N. Northlake Way, Seattle WA 98103 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. • (206) 632-3555

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Step 1: Write your ad exactly as you want it. Count how many words you need.

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O9 D

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25’ Catalina 250 w/trlr O4 D

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25’ Seaward w/trlr

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79

20’ Laser SB3

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24,500

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25’ Beneteau First 25 16 O

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20’ Pac Seacraft Flicka 90 ~

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85

26’ Albin 7.9 w/Trlr

76 D

16,000

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22’ Beneteau First

15 OB

36,900

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89

26’ Hunter 260

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25,000

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85

23’ J/70

14 O

54,000

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94 E

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84

23’ J/70

12 O

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26’ MacGregor w/trlr 01 O

21,900

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79

24’ Dana

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57,000

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26’ Seaward RK/Trailer 16 D 112,500

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89

24’ Dana

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57,500

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26’ Macgregor w/Trailer 04 G

23,900

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84

24’ J24 w/Trailer

93 O

12,500

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84

26’ Macgregor w/Trailer 92 O

5,900

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84

24’ J24 w/Trailer

86 O

23,900

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84

26’ Niagara 26

81 O

14,000

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84

24’ Lapworth

63 D

8,000

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84

27’ C&C MkIII

76 D C17,500

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15

24’ Martin 241 w/Trailer 80 O

10,500

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84

27’ Cascade 27 Hull#1 78 D

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75 D

18,000

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29,900

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28’ Hunter 280

96 D

26,900

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30’ Santana 30/30

82 D

17,900

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28’ O’Day

79 G

12,500

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31’ Beneteau First 30E 83 D

25,000

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82 ~

12,500

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85

31’ Cal

80 D

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75 ~

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31’ Herreshoff Cat

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29’ CAL Jensen

73 D

15,900

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31’ J/97e Demo

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29’ Ericson

78 D

24,000

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31’ Marlow Hunter

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31’ Pacific Seacraft

89 D

69,900

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31’ Hunter

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32’ Beneteau O 34

99 D

59,000

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30’ Allied Chance

72 ~

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85

32’ Bob Perry Custom 02 D

35,000

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85 D 59,500 Yachtfinders/Wind

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32’ Catalina

95 D C67,900

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07 D

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85

32’ Ericson

85 D

35,000

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30’ C&C

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32’ PH Schooner steel 81 D

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32’ Islander Mk II

78 D

26,900

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85

32’ Sabre

86 D

44,900

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79

33’ Alerion 33 New

16 D

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89

33’ Hans Christian

85 D

89,500

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33’ Hunter

06 D C89,000

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33’ Hunter 33.5

92 D

www.sailnorthwest.com

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33’ Hunter 336

96 D C72,900

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84

33’ J/100

05 D

79,900

www.signature-yachts.com

89

www.bellhaven.net

84

12,900 59,900

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~

30’ Canadian Sailcraft 88 D

27,000

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80 D

18,900

West Yachts

30’ Catalina 30 Mk III 03 D

52,900

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53,900

Sail Northwest

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80 D

19,999

NW Yachtnet

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05 D

49,500

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72 D

13,900

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85 D

29,900

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71 ~

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96 D

68,000

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83,700

NW Yachtnet

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97 G

42,000

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89 D

31,500

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79 D

23,450

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69,000

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79 D

9,500

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32,000

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38' Hans Christian '80............... $39,000

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44’ Nordic ’80 ...................$124,500 40’ Hunter 40.5 Legend ’94 ...$80,000 40’ Hinckley B-40 ’70 ..........$169,500 40’ S &S Loki Yawl ’53 ...........$69,000 38’ Moody ’02 ....................$175,000

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swiftsure yachts The logbook for March 2016

Swansong 1984 Swan 46 $275,000

The name Nautor’s Swan is synonymous with fast cruising vessels of the highest quality.

Swansong fulfills this description completely. Her German Frers designed hull is fast, elegant and solidly constructed – equally at home stern tied to a wharf in the BVIs, island hopping in the San Juans or competing in an offshore race. On deck space is well conceived for this wide range of use possibilities, and Swansong features a full Iversen enclosure for her aft cockpit (which is plumbed for heat!). Below decks, her finely crafted teak interior is exceptionally comfortable. She boasts a huge salon arrangement – even for her 46 feet.

A large dinette with beautiful fixed leaf table will be the center of entertainment. Her large master stateroom with centerline berth, guest stateroom forward and pilot berths in the main salon will sleep eight. In 2013, Emerald Marine in Anacortes, Washington installed a new vacuum bagged teak deck and Swansong received a refit on deck with new stanchions and lifeline hardware, a reconfigured sail handling arrangement, and a long list of other improvements. Consequently, an already beautiful boat now looks “as new.”

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Waterline 45 • 1995 • $279,000 price reduced

38 C&C 115 • 2006 • $161,500 price reduced

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Swan 36 • 1989 • $149,500

Hallberg-Rassy 43 • 2004 • $450,000

Outbound 46 • 2008 • $498,500 price reduced

Perry/Norseman 46 • 1989 • $245,000

Fantasi PH 44 • 2004 • $429,000

Morris Justine 36 • 1985 • $207,000

48 C&C • 1973 • $248,000

Hanse 411 • 2004 • $159,000

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Celestial PH 50 • 1996 • $219,000

Perry 43 • 2001 • $250,000

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1989 $285,000 40 Jonmeri

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27,900

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34’ Islander

85 D

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90 D

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98 D 120,000

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78 D

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81 D

63,900

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80 D

34,900

35’ J?35 Sloop Racer 84 D

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Sail Northwest

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28,900

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1977 Fisher 46 Ketch Rare find and quality cruiser, interior needs some TLC. $199,000

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29’ J-BOATS J/29 ’82................$12,500 Mac 5 An economical racer to get you involved in the action or a zippy daysailer to enjoy the pleasure of sailing fast.

30’ BREWER NIMBLE ’07...........$59,900 Equinox was built over a seven-year period in Southern California by someone who knows his trade.

44’ DAVIDSON ’81...................$69,000 I’O The boat has been drysailed for the last 10 years and is ready to go cruising again.

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44’ NAUTOR SWAN ’73.............$99,500 Finnesse is one of the finest examples of this classic Swan 44 designed by S&S. She has been meticulously maintained.

45’ BREWER KETCH ’78.............$79,000 Zanya A stout bluewater cruiser that is comfortable & well equipped. Current owner maintains this vessel at the highest standard.

45’ HERRESHOFF ’82............. $249,500 EXQUISITE! - the word that will come to mind when you see Raven. She is a re-creation of a 1935 L. Francis Herreshoff Mobjack Ketch.

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49,900

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37’ Island Packet 370 08 D 310,000

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

81

38’ Hanse 385

37’ Jeanneau SO

01 D

92,000

Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

37’ Marlow Hunter

15 D

~

Specialty Yachts

www.specialtyyachts.com

37’ Sweden 370

95 D 167,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

37’ Tartan 37

80 D

45,000

Marine Servicenter

37’ Tartan 37

80 D

47,900

37’ Tartan 3700 37’ Tartan 3700

Contact

Page

www.west-yachts.com

79

Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

15 D 239,000

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

3

38’ Hunter 380

99 D C109,900

Specialty Yachts

www.specialtyyachts.com

15

15

38’ Moody

02 D 175,000

Elliott Bay Yacht Sales

(206) 285-9563

80

82

38’ Nauticat MS

01 D 269,000

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

81

www.marinesc.com

81

38’ Nauticat MS

82 D

98,000

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

81

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

81

38’ Nauticat MS

85 D 139,000

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

81

03 D 175,000

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

81

38’ Nauticat MS

80 D

96,000

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

81

07 D 269,500

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

81

38’ Panda

83 D

79,500

Elliott Bay Yacht Sales

(206) 285-9563

80

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

38’ Panda

83 D 89,900 Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz www.JK3yachts.com

3

www.signature-yachts.com

89

85

37’ Wauquiez Chance 74 D

34,900

Yachtfinders/Wind

37’ Endeavour

79 D

45,000

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

2

38’ Sabre 386

06 D 243,900

JK3 Yachts

37’ Hunter 37.5

92 D

64,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

84

38’ Sabre 386

07 D 249,900

Signature Yachts

38’ Alajuela

75 D 129,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

38’ Shannon Ketch

81 D

96,000

NW Yachtnet

www.nwyachtnet.com

7

38’ Alajuela 38

77 D

59,000

Waterline Boats

(206) 282-0110

77

38’ Ta Shing Panda

86 D 149,900

NW Yachtnet

www.nwyachtnet.com

7

38’ Alerion 38 New

16 D

~

www.sailnorthwest.com

2

38’ Alerion Express

06 D 288,000

Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

38’ Baltic 38 DP

85 D 119,500

NW Yachtnet

www.nwyachtnet.com

7

38’ Baltic DP

87 D 105,000

Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

38’ Bavaria

08 D C175,000

Yacht Sales West

(604) 488-1202

9

38’ C&C

79 D 39,500 Yachtfinders/Wind

38’ C&C 115

06 D 161,500

Swiftsure Yachts

38’ C&C Landfall

80 D

19,900

Yachtfinders/Wind

38’ Catalina 380

96 D

99,950

Waterline Boats

38’ Catalina/Morgan 93 D

89,900

Seattle Yachts

Sail Northwest

38’ Wauquiez

82 D

75,000

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

www.bellhaven.net

84

38’ Wauquize Hood

86 D

59,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

84

38’ Cascade 36

75 D

30,000

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

84

38’ Hans Christian

78 D

74,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

84

39’ Bavaria 39 Cruiser 94 D

70,000

Waterline Boats

(206) 282-0110

77

85

39’ Beneteau O 390

90 D

79,000

West Yachts

www.west-yachts.com

79

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

39’ Beneteau O 393

04 D 119,750

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

89

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

39’ Beneteau O 393

03 D 118,500

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

89

(206) 282-0110

77

39’ Ericson Flush Deck 71 D

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

84

www.seattleyachts.com

83

39’ Hallberg Rassy

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

www.yachtfinders.biz

www.48North.com

March 2016

6,000

01 D 265,000

85

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Brokerage Sailboat Listings

Boat Type

Yr Aux Price

Broker

Boat Type

Yr Aux Price

39’ Hallberg Rassy

00 D 259,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

41’ Downeaster

80 ~ 60,000 Yachtfinders/Wind

39’ Landfall PH

78 D

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

84

41’ Gulfstar CC

74 D

40’ Bali 4.0

15 D 277,000

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

www.bellhaven.net

84

41’ Hanse 411

04 D 159,000

40’ Beneteau 400

95 D

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

89

41’ Hunter 41 DS

40’ C&C 121

01 D 199,900

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

3

40’ C&C 40-2

80 D

35,000

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

2

40’ CS

88 D

89,500

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

40’ Farr 1220

87 D

89,000

Sail Northwest

40’ Hinckley

70 D 169,500

Elliott Bay Yacht Sales

40’ Hunter 40.5

94 D

Elliott Bay Yacht Sales

40’ J/120

98 D 159,000

JK3 Yachts

40’ J/120

01 D 164,900

JK3 Yachts

40’ J/122

07 D 329,000

JK3 Yachts

40’ J/40 J Boat

86 D

Sail Northwest

40’ Jonmeri

86 D 129,000

Swiftsure Yachts

40’ Lagoon 400

10 D 398,500

Marine Servicenter

40’ Nauticat

85 D 137,500 Yachtfinders/Wind

40’ S&S Loki

53 D

40’ Sabre 402

99 D 120,000

JK3 Yachts

40’ Valiant

77 D

62,900

40’ Hunter 40.5

93 D

44,900 74,500

75,000

Contact

Page

Broker

Contact

Page

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

www.bellhaven.net

84

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

05 D 169,500

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

89

41’ Hunter 410

98 D 109,900

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

89

41’ J/122e New

16 D

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

2

81

41’ J/124

06 D 239,000

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

3

www.sailnorthwest.com

2

41’ J/124

07 D 233,000

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

3

(206) 285-9563

80

41’ Rhodes Bounty II 59 D

(206) 282-0110

77

(206) 285-9563

80

41’ Tartan

73 D 59,000 Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

www.JK3yachts.com

3

41’ Tartan 4100

04 D 259,000

www.JK3yachts.com

3

www.JK3yachts.com

3

41’ Tripp Carrol Marin 91 D

54,000

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

2

www.JK3yachts.com

3

41’ Formosa Ketch

76 D

59,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

84

39,000

~

29,500

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

Waterline Boats JK3 Yachts

www.sailnorthwest.com

2

41’ Freeport

78 D

57,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

84

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

41’ Newport

83 D

47,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

84

www.marinesc.com

81

41’ Yorktown

83 D

17,500

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

84

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

42’ Beneteau

03 D 139,500

San Juan Sailing

www.sanjuansailing.com

84

(206) 285-9563

80

42’ Beneteau 423

03 D 169,000

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

89

www.JK3yachts.com

3

42’ Beneteau First

85 D

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

84

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

84

42’ Bruckman

06 D 375,000

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

3

96,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

84

42’ Catalina

91 D

89,000

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

3

40’ J/120

94 D 129,000

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

2

42’ Colvin Gazelle

10 D

49,900

West Yachts

www.west-yachts.com

79

41’ Alden Schooner

99 D 194,500

NW Yachtnet

60,000

NW Yachtnet

41’ Beneteau 411

99 D 114,900

Passion Yachts

41’ Beneteau O 41

98 D 129,000

Yachtfinders/Wind

99,000

69,000

Elliott Bay Yacht Sales

41’ Beneteau Oceanis 13 D 265,000

Signature Yachts

41’ C-T PH Ketch

NW Yachtnet

76 D

39,900

41’ C&C Redline Demo 15 d 399,000

Sail Northwest

41’ Cheoy Lee Offshore 77 D

Waterline Boats

86

89,500

74,900

www.nwyachtnet.com

7

42’ Endeavour

88 D

www.nwyachtnet.com

7

www.passion-yachts.com

84

42’ Hunter 420 CC

99 D 104,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

84

www.passion-yachts.com

84

(206) 547-2755

78

www.marinesc.com

81

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

42’ Hunter 420 CC

99 D 119,000

Passion Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

89

42’ Maple Leaf

76 D

Seacraft Yacht Sales

www.nwyachtnet.com

7

42’ Nauticat PH

04 D 439,500

Marine Servicenter

www.sailnorthwest.com

2

42’ Nautor Swan 42

85 D 112,000

Waterline Boats

(206) 282-0110

77

(206) 282-0110

77

42’ Roberts PH

94 D 141,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

March 2016

www.48North.com

69,000

Brokerage Sailboat Listings

Boat Type

Yr Aux Price

42’ Spencer Sloop

66 D

Page

Boat Type

Yr Aux Price

7

46’ Fisher

77 D 199,000

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

42’ Valiant

04 D 270,000 Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

46’ Kanter Atlantic

88 D

Yachtfinders/Wind

42’ Valiant

96 D 249,000 Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

46’ Kelly Peterson CC 87 D 199,900

42’ Valiant 42

93 D 209,000

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

81

46’ Outbound

43’ Bali 4.3

15 D 357,000

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

www.bellhaven.net

84

46’ Swan

43’ Beneteau

11 D C279,000

Yacht Sales West

(604) 488-1202

9

43’ Beneteau O 43

09 D 199,900

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

43’ Catana 431

00 ~ 379,000

Yachtfinders/Wind

43’ Custom Perry

77 D 240,000

43’ Hallberg Rassy

34,900

Broker

Contact

NW Yachtnet

www.nwyachtnet.com

Broker

Contact

Page

www.bellhaven.net

84

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

89

08 D 498,500

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

84 D 275,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

www.seattleyachts.com

83

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

www.seattleyachts.com

83 3

99,900

46’ Tayana Pilot House 13 D 574,021

Seattle Yachts

89

47’ Catalina 470

00 D 229,500

Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

47’ Custom PH

04 D 450,000

Seattle Yachts

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

47’ Dehler 46

15 D

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

04 D 450,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

47’ Gulfstar Sailmaster 81 D 149,900

NW Yachtnet

www.nwyachtnet.com

7

43’ Hans Christian

78 D

84,900

Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

47’ Vagabond Ketch 79 D 159,000

Waterline Boats

(206) 282-0110

77

43’ Hans Christian

79 D

60,000

Waterline Boats

43’ Hunter 43

96 D 115,000

Signature Yachts

43’ J/133

06 D 249,500

JK3 Yachts

43’ Mason

84 D 132,500

43’ Nauticat PH

83 D 130,000

(206) 282-0110

77

47’ Vegabond Ketch

81 D 127,900

Seattle Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

89

48’ C&C

73 D 248,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

3

48’ Cal

66 D

61,000

Marine Servicenter

Seattle Yachts

www.seattleyachts.com

83

48’ Fife 8 Metre

29

250,000

West Yachts

www.west-yachts.com

79

48’ J/145

01 D 579,000

JK3 Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

89

48’ J/145

02 D 399,000

Sail Northwest

(206) 282-0110

77

48’ Swan

72 D

90,000

www.marinesc.com

81

48’ Tayana

www.passion-yachts.com

84

48’ Tayana DS

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

48’ Arthur Tiller Ketch 41 D

www.marinesc.com

81

49’ Beneteau Oceanis 07 D 270,000

Signature Yachts

Waterline Boats

(206) 282-0110

77

49’ Burns Schooner

07 D 635,000

JK3 Yachts

Yacht Sales West

(604) 488-1202

9

49’ Hunter

09 D C397000

Specialty Yachts

43’ Sceptre Pilothouse 86 D 149,900

Signature Yachts

43’ Schucker 430 PH 79 D

Waterline Boats

62,500

43’ Tartan 4300 50% 10 D 219,500

Marine Servicenter

43’ Polaris Cutter

78 D

Passion Yachts

44’ Beneteau

05 D 219,500 Yachtfinders/Wind

44’ Brewer

87 D 124,000

44’ Bruce Rbts Offshre 81 D

89,500

69,000

44’ Contest

00 D 379,000

~

Marine Servicenter

Swiftsure Yachts

www.seattleyachts.com

83

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

www.marinesc.com

81

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

www.JK3yachts.com

3

www.sailnorthwest.com

2

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

93 D 299,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

12 D 529,500

Seattle Yachts

www.seattleyachts.com

83

www.marinesc.com

81

www.signature-yachts.com

89

59,900

Marine Servicenter

www.JK3yachts.com

3

www.specialtyyachts.com

15

44’ Davidson

81 D 69,000 Yachtfinders/Wind

85

49’ Jeanneau SO 49P 07 D 349,500

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

81

44’ Fantasi PH

04 D 429,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

49’ Reinke 15m

96 D 195,000

Waterline Boats

(206) 282-0110

77

44’ J 44

91 D 159,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

50’ Celestial PH

96 D 209,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

44’ Jeanneau

92 D C124,900

Yacht Sales West

(604) 488-1202

9

50’ Custom Steel

94 D

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

www.bellhaven.net

84

44’ Mason

85 D 150,000 Yachtfinders/Wind

85

50’ Dubbel

89 D 285,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

44’ Nauticat Ketch

84 D 174,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

84

50’ Farr 50

85 D 119,000

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

81

44’ Nautor Swan

73 D

Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

50’ Hanse 505

14 D 409,000

JK3 Yachts

77

50’ Marlow Hunter AC 15 D

99,500

44’ Norseman 447

83 D

95,500

44’ Salona

16 D

~

www.yachtfinders.biz

www.yachtfinders.biz

Waterline Boats

(206) 282-0110

89,000

~

Specialty Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

3

www.specialtyyachts.com

15

50’ Offshore Ctr FD12 78 D 139,000

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

www.bellhaven.net

84

45’ SO Jeanneau 45.2 00 D 198,500

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

81

50’ Santa Cruz

81 D 119,000

Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

45’ Bali 4.5

15 D 412,000

Bellhaven Yacht Sales

www.bellhaven.net

84

50’ Valiant 50

02 D 529,500

NW Yachtnet

www.nwyachtnet.com

7

45’ Bavaria

10 D C319,000

Yacht Sales West

(604) 488-1202

9

51’ Alden Skye

80 D 198,500

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

81

45’ Beneteau

Sail Northwest

www.sailnorthwest.com

2

12 D C422,533

Yacht Sales West

(604) 488-1202

9

52’ Judel Vrnlijk TP52 06 D 425,000

Yachtfinders/Wind

45’ Beneteau Oceanis 16 D 374,995

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

89

52’ Tayana

90 D 265,500

Seattle Yachts

45’ Brewer ketch

78 D

79,000

Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

53’ Spencer PH

78 D 170,000

45’ Hanse 445

15 D

~

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

3

54’ Hunter 54

84 D

45’ Hanse 455

15 D

~

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

3

54’ Mason CC

45’ Harden Cutter

81 D 146,500

NW Yachtnet

www.nwyachtnet.com

7

45’ Hardin

83 D

Elliott Bay Yacht Sales

(206) 285-9564

45’ Herreshoff

82 D 249,500 Yachtfinders/Wind

45’ Hunter CC

07 D C298000

60,000

www.yachtfinders.biz

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

www.seattleyachts.com

83

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

84

90 D 359,900

Signature Yachts

www.signature-yachts.com

89

54’ Bruce Roberts

85 D

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

84

80

55’ Christensen PH

02 D 349,000

www.marinesc.com

81

85

55’ Peterson

82 D 89,900 Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

74,900 79,900

Marine Servicenter

Specialty Yachts

www.specialtyyachts.com

15

56’ Herreshoff Schner 56 D 215,000

Waterline Boats

45’ Hunter Deck Salon O8 D 229,900

Passion Yachts

www.passion-yachts.com

84

56’ Perry Trans Pac

95 D 595,000

JK3 Yachts

45’ Hunter Legend

86 D

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

81

62’ Dynamique

92 D 279,900

Yacht Sales West

45’ Jeanneau

97 D 129,000 Yachtfinders/Wind

www.yachtfinders.biz

85

64’ Roberts PH 64

88 D 298,000

Marine Servicenter

45’ Jeanneau 45 DS

10 D 294,500

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

81

78’ Cheoy Lee

88 D 499,000

Seacraft Yacht Sales

45’ Lagoon 450

12 D 549,500

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

81

45’ Liberty 458

83 D 168,000

JK3 Yachts

www.JK3yachts.com

3

74,500

45’ Nauticat 40+5

85 D 235,000

Marine Servicenter

www.marinesc.com

81

45’ Waterline

95 D 279,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

46’ Amazon CC

92 D 250,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

46’ Custom Norseman 89 D 245,000

Swiftsure Yachts

www.swiftsureyachts.com

82

www.48North.com

March 2016

(206) 282-0110

77

www.JK3yachts.com

3

(604) 488-1202

9

www.marinesc.com

81

(206) 547-2755

78

87

Boat Type

Yr Aux Price

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