WE ARE NOW OFFERING FRACTIONAL OWNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES WITH THIS AWARD WINNING, WORLD RENOWNED, CUSTOM BUILDER. Built by yacht lovers for yacht lovers, family-owned Alpha Custom Yachts has surpassed the limitations of traditional yacht design with endless entertainment options. The Squalo 100 will start her first season cruising the Eastern Mediterranean, contact us for availability!
Worth Avenue Yachts in Seattle is now your gateway to the complete Sanlorenzo Yachts range including the prestigious superyacht line. Discover the unparalleled selection of world-class yachts by Sanlorenzo, including the SL, SD, SX, and SP ranges. Our partnership with Bluegame, a brand of Sanlorenzo Yachts, provides more options with models from the BG, BGX, and BGM lines.
FOREVER INTREPID 72’ Ocean Alexander 2016
QUE SA-RAH SA-RAH 76’ 5” Symbol 1999
MAITRI 36’ Everglades 2016 SUMMERTIME II 116’ Hatteras 1997/2023
OUTREMER 50’ Hanse 2017
NEW SL86 86’ Sanlorenzo
ISOBEL III 68’ 9” Hampton 2013
COCONUT 74’ Ocean Alexander 2009
MARGENE 63’ Nordlund 1984/2022
THRU & THRU 70’ Ocean Alexander 2017
ADVENTURUS 42’ Meridian 2007
BEST EVER 62’ 6” Grand Banks 2003
DOUBLE EAGLE 59’ Sea Ray 2017
SPIRIT 112’ Westport 2010/2019
Speedy and sophisticated: The new Solaris 60 Open/Coupe available via SeaNet Yachts appeals in pretty much any way you look at it. More details can be found in this month’s Arrivals features on pages 38-39.
PHOTO COURTESY OF SEANET YACHTS
FEATURES DEPARTMENTS
By Arnie Hammerman
Cast off on a sea trial of a Maritimo M600 as it cruises local waters before journeying to the Alaskan wilds. ISLAND
By Kate Calamusa
Take in the autumnal splendor of Bainbridge Island as it beckons boaters with a leisurely, laid-back vibe.
70’ HATTERAS 1998 - Clear finished maple interior, many custom features & upgrades, full-width 240 sq ft salon, 4 staterooms w/ heads & showers. Contact Vic Parcells.
82’ NORTHCOAST PHMY 1998 - 4 staterooms with ensuite, 3 crew/head + shower, hydraulic bow + stern thrusters, Yacht Controller, new enclosure, new electronics. Contact Dan Wood.
70’ VIKING SPORT CRUISER FLYBRIDGE MOTORYACHT 2009 - 2 Seakeepers, upgraded Garmin electronics in 2019, hydraulic swim platform 2018. Contact Dan Wood.
92’ BROWARD 1983 - Flush deck layout, spacious, 3 guest cabin, sleeps 4 crew, fresh bottom paint & more, great live aboard or charter boat. Contact Vic Parcells.
83’ BURGER 1967 - Once in a lifetime special vessel, kept in state of the art boathouse, cared for by knowledgeable yachtsman, fresh paint. Contact Dan Wood.
68’ VIKING SPORT CRUISER (PRINCESS) 2001 - Fresh water kept, 1300 hours, twin generators, 39 mph top speed, boat with a bath tub! Contact Dan Wood.
GYRO STABILIZATION
65’ FOUNTAIN 2001 - Will consider trades for real estate, vessels, or equipment. New CAT C-32 repower w/ under 500 hrs. Fresh prop/running gear tune-up. Contact Dan Wood.
61’ NAVIGATOR PILOTHOUSE MOTORYACHT 2001 Highly upgraded, custom fully-enclosed bimini top, great visibility from both helms. Contact Vic Parcells.
42’ MARQUIS SPORT COUPE 2008 - NEW POD DRIVES, Open concept, joystick controls, sport yacht, 2 staterooms, low hours, fully serviced. Contact Dan Wood.
57’ CARVER VOYAGER 2005 - New zincs on rudder, trim tabs, & shafts, shaft seals replaced, new oil & filter, Cablemaster adjusted + new power cord. Contact Vic Parcells.
Successful cruising begins with confidence and that’s why Nordhavn owners have a tremendous track record of achieving their cruising goals. Whether crossing an ocean or completing the Great Loop, a Nordhavn arms its operators with the assurances they need to reach the destinations of their dreams. Unrivaled seaworthiness and engineering combined with interior comforts are the hallmark of every Nordhavn. And they’re what makes the brand the number one choice for seasoned yachtsmen and novice boaters alike who want to confidently take on ocean adventures.
You bring the passion for traveling by sea. Let Nordhavn bring you the confidence to be the successful cruiser you want to be.
Learn more about the journeys achieved by Nordhavn owners at www.nordhavn.com
AT THE HELM
Breezing Along
As the daylight hours begin to wane and the crisp breeze of autumn settles over the Northwest, we invite you to embark on new adventures on and off the water.
In our feature, beginning on page 48, we take you on a thrilling sea trial of the Maritimo M600, offering readers an exclusive look at this impressive yacht’s journey from Friday Harbor to Anacortes, all before traversing north to the Alaskan wilds. Or, for those looking to slow down and savor the season, “Island of Plenty” on pages 54-61 explores the peaceful charm of Bainbridge Island. As summer fades and tourist season winds down, the island’s laid-back autumnal beauty becomes a true haven for boaters.
Of course, our regular departments will keep you informed and inspired. Randy Woods gives you an inside look at the new Ocean Pavilion at the Seattle Aquarium in Making Waves (begins on page 23), plus also reports on important updates from Washington state when it comes to moorage fees and bottom paint regulations. From the latest gear in Goods + Gear (pages 34-35) and notes on fall and winter razor clam digging (see Tight Lines on page 64) to a devilishly good taste of the season in Sea Fare (pages 68-69), we’ve curated the best for your boating lifestyle. So, grab your favorite beverage, settle into a cozy seat, and enjoy this month’s journey through the pages of Northwest Yachting
Bon voyage!
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ENJOY ISLAND LIFE THIS FALL BY FOLLOWING OUR GUIDE TO BAINBRIDGE ON PAGES 54-61.
44’ Little Harbor
44’ Worldcruiser
39’ Catalina
34’ Hallberg-Rassy
53’ Transpacific Marine Eagle “Sojourn”
42’ Grand Banks “Coterie”
36’ Europa “Sally White”
34’ MJM “Encore”
U.S. WEST COAST | HAWAII | MID-ATLANTIC MEXICO
[ RENDEZVOUS, OPEN HOUSES + OTHER SPECIAL
ANCHORS AWEIGH
OCTOBER 5-6
BELLINGHAM SEAFEAST
Fisherman’s Pavilion & Zuanich Point Park in Bellingham
This beloved community event celebrates the thriving working waterfront and maritime culture of Bellingham. Gather the family and enjoy boat rides, vendor booths, a dockside seafood market, live music, and instructional cooking demos, plus tours of the All American Marine facility at the harbor, kids’ themed activities and naturally, plenty of amazing culinary dishes from the sea. More info: bellinghamseafeast.org
OCTOBER 31
GROW BOATING APPLICATION DEADLINE
Online
Don’t forget: October 31 marks the last day to apply for a Grow Boating grant in 2024-2025! Administered by the Northwest Marine Trade Association, these $1,000 grants are offered to organizations that help get new boaters on the water, promote diversity and inclusion, and encourage current boaters to go boating more often. There are ten up for grabs this year; hop online to apply or forward the application on to a worthy organization and encourage them to throw their hat in the ring. More info: nmta.net/grants
OCTOBER 10-11
NORTHWEST MARINA & BOATYARD CONFERENCE
Kitsap Conference Center in Bremerton
Held for marina and boatyard pros and sponsored once again by Marine Floats, this anticipated annual event from the Northwest Marine Trade Association will relay important info on new issues affecting the marine trade industry. This year, the multi-day event will be preceded by an October 9th opening night reception at The Boat Shed restaurant, as well as a gold tournament at Trophy Lake Golf & Casting Club on that same date. Register ASAP for both the tourney and conference, spots are limited.
More info: nmta.net
NOVEMBER 20-22
PACIFIC MARINE EXPO 2024
Lumen Field Events Center in Seattle
This beloved community event celebrates the thriving working waterfront and maritime culture of Bellingham. Gather the fam and enjoy boat rides, vendor booths, a dockside seafood market, live music, and instructional cooking demos, plus tours of the All American Marine facility at the harbor, kids’ themed activities and naturally, plenty of amazing culinary dishes from the sea. More info: pacificmarineexpo.com
IN PURSUIT OF PERFECTION.
The new M55 Black Edition is borne of Maritimo’s objective to constantly improve even its bestselling models. Our meticulous review of onboard style, comfort, and functionality has resulted in new elements of elegance and sophistication. All of this is accomplished and integrated with the unparalleled engineering and performance Maritimo yachts are known for. Relentless in our quest for excellence, Maritimo is proud to adorn new models with the striking Black Edition mark. maritimoamericas.com
We invite you to step aboard the new M55 and M600 Offshore Black Edition at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show October 2024. Contact: americassales@ maritimo.com.au to secure your VIP walkthrough.
NorthCoast is known as a premier New England boat builder with an emphasis on building rugged boats, to last generations, while versatile for your inshore and offshore fishing or cruising adventures. The performance and feel of our hulls are the exception in the marketplace. The new NorthCoast 415HT can crossover effortlessly between sportfishing and family cruising adventures. Like all of our deep vee pilothouse models the soft and dry ride highlights our performance parameters which include safety, sea-kindly proportions, ability to plane at low speed, fuel efficiency and timeless sheer.
Whether you are fishing or cruising by the Yacht Club for dinner, you will be proud to be the Owner.
RUGGED | VERSATILE | PERFORMANCE
1997 FORBES COOPER 74 PILOTHOUSE
MAKING WAVES
BY RANDY WOODS / PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE SEATTLE AQUARIUM
OCEAN OF POSSIBILITY ]
Seattle Aquarium
Opens Ocean Pavilion
After 20-plus of planning and four years of construction-related waterfront traffic jams, the Seattle Aquarium’s Ocean Pavilion finally opened at the end of August, expanding the aquarium’s footprint by 50 percent and deepening the city’s connection to its historic and cultural maritime heritage.
The swooping curves of the 50,000-square-foot expansion includes the Northwest’s largest tropical reef ecosystem exhibit. Three immersive habitats in the new building showcase 3,500 aquatic plants and animals from the tropical Pacific Ocean, such as sharks, rays, reef fish, mangrove forests, and nearly 30 species of live coral.
One of the largest new attractions is called The Reef; a 500,000gallon habitat featuring thousands of Indo-Pacific fish, including leopard sharks, eagle rays, and blue-spotted stingrays. Another habitat, The Archipelago, recreates an Indonesian mangrove forest above the waterline and a thriving, colorful coral reef below. A third section, called At Home in the Ocean, represents the immense biodiversity of the Coral Triangle region between Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines, allowing children to get an up-close look at exotic species like clownfish, seahorses, and leaf scorpionfish.
“It’s incredible to see this vision brought to life after more than two decades in the making,” said Bob Davidson, president and CEO of the Seattle Aquarium. “Our mission has always been to inspire conservation of our marine environment and that hasn’t changed. We need to take a global approach and think beyond our Pacific Northwest shores.”
Passersby on the waterfront will get a glimpse of the marine treasures before they even enter the Ocean Pavilion. In the plaza just outside the entry doors, a 30-foot-wide, 23-foot-tall round window, known as The Oculus, provides a view of The Reef habitat from below, with sharks, rays, and other fish swimming directly overhead.
The Ocean Pavilion will also use cutting-edge digital storytelling techniques to educate visitors about the interconnectivity and fragility of the world’s ocean environments. A 360-degree interactive video display in the One Ocean Hall room realistically recreates the experience of floating past a coral reef, drifting through a kelp forest, or swimming alongside whales in the Salish Sea.
Later this fall, the Pavilion will open its landscaped rooftop, which connects to the city’s new Overlook Walk that provides a direct route from Pike Place Market to the waterfront. Once completed, the rooftop will include native plantings, interactive public art by indigenous artists, and sweeping views descending to the waterfront. The Ocean Pavilion is expected to attract about 1.2 million visitors each year, the aquarium said.
The aquarium’s $160-million expansion has been funded largely via the One Ocean, One Future public/private financing campaign, which is now 88 percent complete. The City of Seattle has contributed $34 million to the creation of the city-owned Pavilion building.
Now that the Pavilion ribbon-cutting hurdle has been cleared, the Seattle Aquarium will focus on the next stage of its ongoing revitalization of its older structures on Pier 59. The aquarium is currently planning to expand its Salish Sea education and conservation programs at the new west end of the pier. Another goal is to transform Pier 60 into a “living habitat” for native shorebirds and fish.
Designed by LMN Architects and built by Turner Construction, the Ocean Pavilion has been certified as a LEED Gold building for its energy savings and sustainable construction practices and won both a Progressive Architecture Award and a Build Washington “Excellence in Innovation” award. Using a closed-loop filtering and recirculation system, 96 percent of the saltwater used on the property remains inside the building’s habitats each day. The building also operates 100 percent without the use of fossil fuels. For more details, visit: seattleaquarium.org
MAKING WAVES
BY RANDY WOODS / PHOTO BY ANTON SOBOTYAK
[ MORE FOR MOORAGE ]
Moorage Fees to Rise at WA State Parks in 2025
Tides rise and ebb, seasonal temperatures heat up and cool down, but fees? They always seem to escalate. Next year, expect to pay a little more to tie up at a Washington State Park dock or buoy.
According to the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission, at the start of 2025, daily moorage rates will rise from $15 to $23 and the daily moorage per-foot charge will increase from $0.70 per foot to $1 per foot. For annual moorage, the rate will rise from $5 per foot to $7 per foot, and the annual moorage minimum fee will go from $60 to $80. Watercraft launch fees will also increase from the current $5-$7 range to a flat $7 fee across the board.
While the new rates will not go into effect until January 1, 2025, those seeking advance moorage reservations for May 15 onward next year will see the new fee increases applied immediately.
The new rates were approved by the commission in April to reflect the 20 percent rise in inflation since the last moorage rate increase
took place, along with utility costs that rose 37 percent from fiscal year 2019 to 2023.
In addition, standard campsite fees at state parks will also increase by between $3 to $5, partial utility campsite fees will increase $5 to $6, and full-utility sites will increase by $6, the commission said. The charge for using primitive sites, however, will remain unchanged, at a $12 flat fee.
Washington State Parks has the largest state-managed mooring system in the country, with more than 40 marine parks and 8,500 feet of moorage across Puget Sound. Parks obtains funding from state revenues and user fees, with user-fee revenue making up about two-thirds of its operating budget. For more information on the rate changes, go to: parks.wa.gov/boat-moorage.
MARINE SERVICENTER
CLEAN YOUR BOTTOM ]
MAKING WAVES
BY RANDY WOODS / PHOTOS COURTESY OF WISC
WDFW & WISC Remind Boaters to ‘Clean, Drain & Dry’ Before Winter Arrives [
For those looking to winterize their vessels or put them in seasonal storage now that the weather is turning colder, the Washington Invasive Species Council (WISC) and the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) want to remind boaters that October is a great time to help prevent the spread of unwanted species that can damage the state’s waterway health.
Under the state’s Clean, Drain, and Dry program, WISC and WDFW encourage boaters in Washington to take some simple preventative steps to reduce the chances that unwanted plants and animals are introduced into the sensitive Puget Sound aquatic environment. These three steps include:
•Clean – Make sure all visible plants, algae, and mud are removed from shoes, waders, life vests, hulls, engines, trailers, and other boating equipment, using a stiff-bristled cleaning brush.
•Drain – Allow any accumulated water and bilge to drain from boats, transom wells, or gear—including water used in cleaning—before leaving the vicinity.
•Dry – Let boats or gear fully dry before using it in a different waterbody.
These simple, common-sense methods are “the best way for any Washingtonian to help protect our waterways from hitchhiking invasive species,” said Stephanie Helms, executive coordinator for the WISC. The most damaging invasive species already appearing in the region are Eurasian milfoil and Brazilian elodea, both aquatic plants that can attaches themselves to the surfaces of boats, motors, trailers, and other equipment. The plants grow so quickly they can overwhelm local habitat, crowding out native species and growing dense enough to clog boat engines and underwater pipes.
Another worrisome species that has not yet been found extensively in Puget Sound but is invading other nearby estuarine systems is the European green crab, which is spreading along the Washington coast and the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The fast-growing crabs can outcompete other native crustaceans and can be potentially disruptive to the growth of local eelgrass beds.
Some of the more fearsome invasive animals are freshwater zebra and quagga mussels, which have wreaked havoc in the Great Lakes region and Midwest rivers and have made it as far west as the Snake River in Idaho as of 2023. The fast-growing mollusks have been known to encrust freshwater intakes in river and lake hydroelectric dam systems that may end up costing national water-based industries as much as $5 billion over the next six years.
The zebra and quagga mussel threat, alone, could cost more than $100 million a year locally in losses for the required repairs to water infrastructure should the shellfish appear in Puget Sound waters, said Justin Bush, WDFW’s aquatic invasive species policy coordinator. “They would require expensive and ongoing maintenance at water facilities, such as dams, irrigation systems, and fish ladders, and also could harm the environment, including salmon recovery,” he added.
For these reasons, the Clean, Drain, and Dry program also extends to non-motorized watercraft, such as kayaks and inflatable paddleboards and any equipment that touches the water, including boots and waders.
This year, WDFW received $3.6 million in state and federal funding to increase monitoring, prevention, and response readiness for quagga and zebra mussels in the Snake and Columbia rivers, and other statewide watersheds. The department conducted mandatory inspections in 2024 of more than 58,000 boats, kayaks, and other watercraft and intercepted 25 mussel-fouled vessels that were later cleaned and decontaminated.
For more information on the Clean, Drain, and Dry program, and for a how-to guide on steps boaters can take, visit the Stop Aquatic Hitchhikers! website at: stopaquatichitchhikers.org
[ NAUTICAL NEWS + NOTES ]
MAKING WAVES
BY RANDY WOODS
Boaters who were concerned about an expected ban on the use of copper-based antifouling paints on recreational boats by 2026 can relax a little longer. The Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology) said in June that, because no safer alternatives have been found to replace the copper-based paint, the ban will be delayed—for the time being, at least.
The ban on the paint was scheduled to begin on January 1, 2026, but included a clause that said if the state could not find “safer and effective alternatives that are feasible, reasonable, and readily available,” the ban would not go into effect. Because none could be found, Ecology said it will “continue to study scientific literature and submit a new report by June 30, 2029.”
This is the second hold on the copper-based paint ban since 2011, when Washington first enacted legislation to end use of the antifouling material, which was to begin in 2018. After two follow-up investigations by Ecology in 2017 and 2019 determined that some non-copper alternatives might, in fact, be more harmful to the environment than copper-based paints, the state legislature delayed the ban in 2020 and directed Ecology to continue to review related information.
Despite the multiple holds that have been placed on the ban, copper-based paint remains a serious concern at Ecology. Used by the maritime industry since the 1980s to prevent the growth of bacteria, algae, and corrosive barnacles on ship hulls, copper-based paint was found to be the most effective biocidal material. However, researchers later found that the paint can leach copper and other toxic chemicals into the water column that could inhibit the growth of other non-targeted flora and fauna, including salmon and other sensitive native species.
[ PAINT, BY THE NUMBERS ]
Copper-Based Paint Ban Halted Again, May Resurface in 2029
During Ecology’s extensive studies on non-copper antifouling materials, it identified only three chemicals—Tralopyril, zinc pyrithione, and DCOIT—that are registered for use as a marine biocide in the U.S. Test results on Tralopyril and zinc pyrithione proved to be no safer than copper, according to Ecology’s studies. The organic compound DCOIT (dichlorooctylisothiazolinone) appeared to pass the minimum criteria for antifouling effectiveness, but Ecology said the research was based on information that had “significant data gaps in performance.”
After six months of testing using the limited-but-available data, the Ecology study concluded that “DCOIT presented the lowest performance among non-copper biocidal paints and work less effectively than average copper paints in Puget Sound locations.” Ecology ultimately determined that it lacked “sufficient and credible data to conclude that DCOIT is an effective antifoulant to replace copper in Washington State.”
In 2019, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency adopted a “ maximum allowable leach rate” for copper-based antifouling paints, saying the paint can release no more than 9.5 micrograms of copper per square centimeter of a painted surface per day. Any amount higher than that would violate EPA’s Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act. Starting in January 2023, the use of an antimicrobial pesticide called Irgarol was also prohibited in Washington State as part of a global effort to phase out the compound in commercial and recreational vessels.
Ecology said it will continue to search for safer alternatives to the toxic paints over the next five years and hopes to discover less harmful compounds by 2029. For more details, go to: ecology.wa.gov/
THE CURRENT
BY KATE CALAMUSA / PHOTOS COURTESY OF KITCHEN + MARKET
Pre-Sail Pit-Stop
Sailing towards the stadium? In need of game day snacks?
Kitchen & Market’s new Yarrow Bay outpost in Kirkland answers with fully prepped gourmet fare fit for your sailgate.
Go, shop, win: Now its fourth location, Kitchen & Market’s newest outpost in Kirkland is aptly situated, if you ask us here at NWY. The bright, cheery grocery lies less than a mile inland of Lake Washington, with convenient access to Yarrow Bay Marina, and is located almost directly due east of a favorite fall time boating destination: Husky Stadium. Open since mid-August, K&M specializes in grab-and-go fare, specialty snacks, and perhaps most famously, meal kits that include all the ingredients to easily whip up the chosen spread. It’s a dream sailgating scenario: Pop in and snag a latte from the in-house coffee bar and enjoy it on the sunny patio as you plan out your gameday fare, then pick up the pre-prepped supplies and head for the docks to stock the galley before kick-off. With all-included
meals like hula pork sliders crafted with carnitas, ginger scallion sauce, and cabbage slaw on Hawaiian rolls; Vietnamese lettuce wraps with flavorful chicken thighs, Thai peanut sauce, and fried shallots; or even a crowd-pleasing paella made with smoky chorizo and a bevy of seasonal veggies, plus other easy pick-up-and-cast-off options like salads, sammies, soups, and even desserts (there’s always warm chocolate chip cookies for sale!), it’ll be a snap to prep your spread, so you’re guaranteed not to miss a single snap during the game. For more details on the new Kirkland store, or locations in Medina, Madison Valley, or Pike Place Market, go to: kitchenandmarket.com
GOODS+GEAR
Fend Off the Wet with Mustang’s Quadra Time to suit up for the woolier days ahead. This Quadra Dry Suit from Mustang Survival features latex seals that provide 100% waterproof protection and insulation against the low temperatures of fall and winter excursions. Using three layers of MarineSpec BP fabric and 500D Cordura reinforcement in the seat and knees, the Quadra is resistant to abrasion, saltwater, and UV exposure. The latex collar and cuffs are adjustable to create a customized fit to your body. Perfect for paddling or kayaking, the suit also includes an adjustable waistbelt and diagonal enclosure for easy egress. Each lightweight suit is available in sizes for both men and women and has a two-tone color scheme.
$850 // mustangsurvival.com
Water Bottles with a Green Twist: Yeah, Buoy!
With microplastics turning up in oceans worldwide, the folks at California-based Buoy are doing something about it, using scrap plastics to make reusable water bottles for your next boating adventure. Gathering 100-percent of its feedstock from discarded HDPE (#2) plastic, the company is using solar power to create recycled, lightweight bottles that are dishwasher-safe and BPA-free. The sleek, modernist bottle—which earned Buoy a Red Dot Design Award—includes a twist-off loop on top for easy transport and a middle section that can be unscrewed to allow for ice to be added. The durable three-piece bottles are available in eight vibrant colors, all of which can be mixed and matched for a customized visual palette.
$29 // buoy.eco
A Whale Nail Brush Fit for Ishmael
If you’re looking for a charming way to care for your mitts after swabbing the decks all day, well, “thar she blows!” This fun piece of bath décor from New England-based Thatcher Ellery is a whale-shaped brush, complete with breaching flukes and baleen-like bristles where its mouth should be. Made from solid wood, the petite brush fits snugly in the palm of your hand, making it easier to scrape out that last bits of grit from under the nails after any outdoor activity, whether you’ve been gardening, clamming on the flats, or building sandcastles with the kids. This adorable cetacean will be a welcome nautical addition next to the soap dish in any boat-lover’s head. $15 // thatcherellery.com
This Sassy Cassi Tote Looks Classy
The key elements of a good beach tote are functionality, durability, and wearability. This Cassi tote from Mission Outdoor checks all three boxes, with a waterproof vinyl-coated nylon bottom and marine-grade mesh side panels to let sand fall through. The roomy interior holds up to 33 liters of space for food, towels, toys, or other beach necessities, and includes extra pockets for small valuables, such as phones, sunglasses, or water bottles. Reinforced nylon handles help to shoulder the load over the dunes or across wet docks. The stain-resistant material can handle any abuse doled out on a typical beach trip and cleans up easily in case of spills. Measuring 18-by-7-by-16inches, the stalwart Cassi is available in fashionable sage, black, sandstone, and steel-blue colors. $69 // boatgear.missionoutdoor.com
Rovr RollR, Rovr RollR!
Send My Cooler Over!
Just like the beloved kid’s game it sounds like, the Rovr RollR 45 is perfect for a little rough-andtumble outdoor fun. More than just a wheeled cooler, the RollR 45 is built like a beach assault vehicle, with two all-terrain wheels and a foldable handle that enable the cooler to navigate soft sand and slippery surfaces with ease. With room inside for up to 54 beverage cans and 10 pounds of ice, the rugged cooler also has a DualSpout plug for quick draining of meltwater. The kit also includes a two-tray dry bin insert that protects foods from moisture while remaining chilled. Around the rim, the cooler has pins where other attachments can be hung, such as cutting boards, cup holders, or beach umbrellas. $349 // rovrproducts.com
Light the Night with a Luci Core Lamp
With the days shortening, Northwest boaters need to have a reliable source of late-afternoon light that can be moved anywhere it’s needed, sometimes in tight, dim spaces. The Mpowrd Luci Core rechargeable task light provides 40 lumens of light via three white LED bulbs for up to 12 hours on a single charge. What makes Luci Core unique is its yellow 13.8-inch silicone arm that can be bent in any direction, allowing the lamp to rest upon virtually all hard surfaces or wrap securely around a nearby pole. The ability to point the 4-inchdiameter mini-lantern exactly where it’s needed gives boaters the freedom to use both hands on the given task. Batteries can be recharged in one hour via USB cable or in 13 hours with solar panels. $19.95 // mpowerd.com
Aspen C108
Aspen C108
Cruise in comfort, Aspen’s patented PROA cat hull design ensures a soft, stable ride and unparalleled fuel efficiency. Aspen models range from 28’-40’ and offer both inboard Diesel and Gas Outboard options. Engineered for seakeeping and durability Aspen Power Catamarans let you go where you want, when you want. Contact us for your private
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Cruise in comfort, Aspen’s patented PROA cat hull design ensures a soft, stable ride and unparalleled fuel efficiency. Aspen models range from 28’-40’ and offer both inboard Diesel and Gas Outboard options. Engineered for seakeeping and durability Aspen Power Catamarans let you go where you want, when you want. Contact us for your private factory tour and demo ride.
Ready For Fun
Renowned naval architect Howard Apollonio and local yacht sales veteran Vic Parcells developed a new modern raised pilothouse motoryacht—the Apollonian 52. Benefits of this design include ease of operation, a centrally located galley, and spacious cabins with good headroom. Features like a convenient day head, wide side decks, large flybridge, and shallow 3’ 3” draft are ideal for cruising. At 52’ overall, the boat fits most 50’ slips, can easily be handled by a couple, and is packed with standard equipment like a bow thruster and a full electronics package.
Another new 2024 stock boat will arrive this fall and won’t last long. Fully equipped for cruising, this boat includes upgrades like twin Cummins QSB 6.7 480 hp engines for an 18 knot cruise, 20 kW generator, Avanti stove, Garmin Fantom radar in black, 15’ black digital antennae, full canvas package, windshield cover, seat covers for bridge and aft deck, Bimini top with 1.5” stainless frame, two 14” Samsung tablets for the bridge, and an Ollson Manufacturing 1,000 lb crane davit with power rotation.
This will be the last boat available at our 2024 price. For more info or a private tour, please contact our worldwide distributor Vic Parcells at (206) 229-3134.
Happy customers watch their new 52’ arrive
[ OCTOBER 2024 ]
ARRIVALS
BY RANDY WOODS / PHOTOS COURTESY OF SEANET YACHTS
Solaris 60 Open/Coupe
Built for speed but also designed for luxurious day cruising, the Solaris 60 Open/Coupe available from SeaNet Yachts is pure streamlined sophistication.
With an elongated, muscular prow and streamlined, sinewy profile that gently curves all the way to the wide swimstep, the new Solaris 60 Open is built for speed and designed for luxurious day cruising, with numerous gathering spaces on the expandable main deck. Its two standard Volvo Penta D6 IPS diesel engines produce a combined 1,600 hp, giving the 60 Open a 25-knot cruising speed and 30 knots in a sprint. Two other options include larger D6 IPS 950 or D13 IPS 1350 engines, bringing the horsepower up to 2,000 and the top speed as high as 39 knots.
As the name implies, the 60 Open provides unobstructed, 360-degree views from the open-air main deck, which is partially covered by a hardtop. Walkaround side decks, lined with teak, allow for easy access to the expansive fore and aft cushioned sunpads for unlimited sun worship. The aft sunpad in the teak cockpit sits atop a prominent garage for an RIB dinghy.
The primary midship gathering space is most notable for its fold-down hydraulic gunwales on each side, providing extra room for large gatherings around the dining area. Two long tables sit parallel along the cockpit centerline for alfresco dining for up to 12 people and are flanked by cushioned outdoor bench seating on both sides. Another forwardfacing bench on the transom sits just ahead of the RIB garage. A few steps forward of the dining space is the open-format galley, equipped with a refrigerator, freezer, stovetop, and microwave oven. A large outdoor
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pop-up TV is also adjacent to the dining area, adding another entertainment option for the entire main deck.
The helm, forward of the galley, bristles with the latest navigational equipment, such as a depth-sounder, radar, log-speedometer, wind speed and direction indicators, computer, autopilot, compass, GPS, VHF, and bow and stern thruster controls. To ensure a smooth ride on choppy seas, the 60 Open also has a Seakeeper stabilization system.
The spacious cabins belowdecks are highly customizable and can be configured into a three-stateroom layout or two staterooms and an extra lounge area, with an L-shaped couch and a microwave oven to prepare small interior meals. One option includes a midship owner’s cabin abeam with an en suite head, a forward VIP cabin at the bow, and a guest cabin with two twin-size berths, sharing a day head.
The 60 Open is available now at SeaNet Yachts, but the Solaris 60 Coupe version will be arriving in the Northwest in a matter of months. While it has many of the same dimensions and characteristics of the 60 Open, the Coupe will feature an enclosed salon and aft-located galley, with a plush, L-shaped sofa in place of the long dining tables on the 60 Open. Aft of the glass doors in the salon, the cockpit will have a square table for alfresco dining. The hardtop roof will also cover a longer area and contain a sunroof above the helm bench seat.
ARRIVALS
BY RANDY WOODS / PHOTOS COURTESY OF ALEXANDER MARINE
Ocean Alexander 32L
The epitome of luxury in its class, the new OA 32L from Alexander Marine impresses with an expanded galley, spacious skylounge, and other alluring amenities.
This latest superyacht from Ocean Alexander is the epitome of luxury in the 100-foot-plus class. With five to six staterooms, a jacuzzi, an expanded galley, and spacious skylounge/flybridge options, the 32L provides virtually anything you need for extended cruising and entertainment. Twin MAN v12 diesels put out a combined 4,000 hp to propel the 106-footer that weighs 210 gross tons at cruising speeds of 10 to 18 knots.
The aft cockpit is accessed from twin staircases leading up from the swimstep, which can be raised and lowered hydraulically with a capacity of 2,000 pounds. The cockpit itself is sheltered by the overhanging bridge deck, but open on the sides. A U-shaped settee is situated around two tables near an icemaker and a wet-bar sink. Side decks lead to a forward-facing, U-shaped bench and table on the foredeck, which can also be converted into a sunpad.
Thorough the sliding glass doors is the salon, furnished with stone countertops, spacious cabinets, and customdesigned furniture and tables, including an L-shaped settee to port. Just forward is the dining room, with a large table that sits up to 10 people, along with extra-large windows and a day head to starboard. Forward of the dining area is the galley, featuring lacquered cabinetry and Cambria stone countertops and a kitchen sink with pull-out faucet.
Appliances include a Wolf electric cook top and oven, a Viking microwave, a Sub-Zero® refrigerator and wine cooler, an Asko dishwasher, a Whirlpool garbage disposal and trash compactor, and a Scotsman Brilliance ice maker.
A passageway to starboard leads to the owner’s cabin on the same deck, boasting superior views over the foredeck and an en suite head and shower in the bow.
An interior floating staircase leads from the dining room to the bridge deck above, which can be configured as a standard flybridge or a skylounge with ample space for socializing (the model offered here in Seattle boasts the latter). The helm is located forward, equipped with a full suite of Garmin navigational electronics and controls for hydraulic Sidepower stabilizers, as well as bow and stern thrusters. Aft of the helm is an enclosed seating area, with an L-shaped settee and table to port and a day head to starboard. Farther aft is the outdoor skylounge portion of the bridge deck, featuring a central jacuzzi for three people, more L-shaped settee seating, a stone-topped wet bar with swiveling chairs, and a Kenyon BBG grill. The far-aft portion can also be converted for sunpad usage.
Four or five more cabins can be configured belowdecks, each with an entertainment system and en suite heads with stone flooring. The owner’s suite has a king-sized berth, stone countertops, a vanity table, a mini-fridge, and walk-in closet. The midship VIP cabins feature queen-size berths and the guest cabins each feature two twin-size berths. The crew quarters, located aft, can accommodate up to three people and include a kitchenette, a settee with table, private heads, a washer/dryer, a captain’s stateroom with a work desk, and two high-low bunks.
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BROKER'S BEST
BY RANDY WOODS / PHOTO COURTESY OF ELLIOTT BAY YACHT SALES
2003 Integrity Europa Sedan
Meticulously maintained and ready for fall cruising, this svelte Integrity trawler is now on offer via the fine folks at Elliott Bay Yacht Sales.
This dashing Integrity trawler has been well maintained in its 21 years. Since her launch, the Sally White has had a number of overhauls and improvements. In 2019, the window frames were re-caulked and painted. The decks were fully refurbished in 2021, during which the teak was removed, and new coring and glass work was done, with non-skid surfacing throughout. The Maxwell 650 windlass was recently rebuilt with two bow rollers and new up/down switches installed. Most recently in 2023, the vessel was also hauled out to have the bottom repainted.
The Europa Sedan features covered walkways leading to the bow on both side decks. The covered cockpit can be entered from one of two transom doors on either side and includes wooden rails around the stern. Storage space in the cockpit holds two lightweight propane cylinders for the BBQ grill on board. Above the swimstep is a Sea Wise tip-up davit system holding a 9.5’ aluminum-bottom AB RIB dinghy, powered by a 2019 Yamaha 15 hp outboard.
Moving forward to the salon, an aft settee is situated to starboard with all-new upholstery. The wood-lined salon features a built-in icebox and an L-shaped dinette sofa with a foldable hi-lo table opposite the settee. Forward of the salon is a compact, teak and holly sole galley to port, opposite the main helm. Appliances in the galley include a three-burner Seaward Princess stovetop and oven, a Norcold undercounter fridge, a microwave enclosed in the cabinetry, and a stainless steel sink with a fold-down cover.
The lower helm is dominated by a lovely lacquered wooden ship’s wheel and a cushioned helm settee. Immediately starboard of the captain’s seat is a door providing quick access to the side deck. Navigation equipment includes a Ritchie compass, a Garmin GPSMap 545 chartplotter, a Furuno 1732C/NT Navnet color radar/plotter and BBFF1m sounder module, Wi-Fi enabled AIS, an ICOM IC-M602 VHF, and Simrad
AP-20 autopilot. The helm also controls the Side-Power stern thruster and Vetus bow thruster, as well as the Alpine stereo and CD player. Aft of the helm is a bar with bottle storage and a glass storage cabinet.
A ladder from the cockpit leads up to the flybridge, which can be completely enclosed by a recently added Sunbrella enclosure for inclement weather. The upper helm is located forward, opposite a L-shaped lounge seating and triangular table, a refrigerator/freezer, and an aft facing seat.
Belowdecks, stairs lead to an owner’s stateroom in the bow with an island berth, custom mattress, and side table. To port is the midship guest cabin with upper and lower bunks. The shared head, situated to starboard, features a stand-up separate shower and bench. Port lights in both cabins allow for plenty of natural light and ventilation, along with a ceiling deck hatch in the guest cabin.
A Cummins 330B engine with 1,628 hours of use powers it all, producing 330 hp and burning about four gallons of diesel per hour at a cruising speed of 8.5 knots.
Cast off on a sea trial of a Maritimo M600 as it cruises from Friday Harbor to Anacortes, before embarking on a journey to the Alaskan wilds.
By Arnie Hammerman
This past spring, I caught up with Kim and Jan, the owners of a 2023 Maritimo M600, in the San Juan Islands of Washington. They were kind enough to have me and my wife on board while taking a ride from Friday Harbor to Anacortes, even though they were finalizing preparations for an epic summer cruise.
They were getting ready to traverse the gorgeous Inside Passage, traveling up the east side of Vancouver Island, Canada, and then on to Alaska. This summer trip would keep them onboard through September, and, in fact, they are still cruising as of Labor Day 2024 as I write this missive. Two other couples, who also own Maritimos, started the cruise with them. They all met in 2023 on a flotilla run by Waggoner, the leading cruising guide here in the Pacific Northwest. Last summer, shortly after taking delivery of their M600, they left Seattle and headed north with the flotilla for a pretty incredible shakedown cruise. They had so much fun cruising to Alaska and back, they decided to do it again, spending the entire summer cruising this year.
I was eager to speak to Kim to find out some of the reasons why he had chosen a Maritimo M600 for his newest boat. We boarded the boat in Friday Harbor, entering through the expansive cockpit, a hallmark of the M600 model. The cockpit is big enough for some serious fishing, although with all the refinements, I would classify Maritimo models more as fish capable cruisers. That said, the cockpit has a lighted baitwell at the transom and can easily handle a fighting chair. There is also plenty of room on the combings for rod holders, downriggers, crab pullers and all sorts of fishing equipment. This lower cockpit area is also ideal for other leisure activities. Facing forward there is a console that has a refrigerated compartment, storage drawers, a sink, and a barbecue, which are all neatly concealed under contoured fiberglass lids. This is a great space for entertainment and even dancing to the music coming from speakers located along the gunnels. The close proximity to the water and access to the swim platform through the
transom door gives the feel of a close connection to the sea. The lower cockpit is equally suited to entertaining, fishing, or just enjoying the breeze, adding versatility to this venerable cruiser. A step up from the lower cockpit leads to a covered cockpit lounge. This area has a variety of seating options that include a forward-facing lounge and a teak table.
Kim explained that customization was a major reason why they chose Maritimo. They wanted more than just different cushion colors and were able to arrange areas of the boat to what they wanted, for the most part, and add equipment that they chose. That doesn’t mean that Maritimo is a custom boat, but they do allow more customization than some other brands, so if you know what you want, they try to be accommodating. For example, in the cockpit lounge area Kim and Jan selected L-shaped seating and sliding doors forward. (Another option keeps this area open and has bifold doors that completely open the galley to this deck lounge area.) With the back half of the forward-facing lounge wrapped with Isinglass panels and under the cover of the flybridge above, this protected space allows you to be outdoors but also comfortable—even in Alaska.
Inside the doors, the galley is central to all activities on the main deck with great connectivity aft to the cockpit lounge as well as forward to the salon. Maritimo signatures here include an upright fridge in addition to drawer-style fridges, freezers and dishwashers, and a convenient central island. Jan was also able to set up the galley according to how she wanted it. Many Maritimos have a fold-out, upright pantry with wire shelves, but Jan set it up with drawers and shelves that better suit her style. She also placed the appliances, including an oven, stove, microwave, coffee maker, dishwasher and numerous fridge/freezer drawers where she wanted. Galley surfaces are an elegant quartz with gold-colored accents that bring out the warmth of the high gloss teak cabinetry and the ultraleather cushions and wall coverings that were also customized.
Kim explained that customization was a major reason why they chose Maritimo. They wanted more than just different cushion colors and were able to arrange areas of the boat to what they wanted,
For our cruise, we headed up the internal staircase to the enclosed flybridge, a climate-controlled cabin complete with an outdoor sky lounge. Helm visibility is excellent, with easy access to twin Garmin MFDs and comfortable seating in two adjustable bolstered helm seats. Overhead, Kim chose hatches instead of an electric sunroof as he prefers the practicality and reliability hatches provide. We eased off the dock and Kim noted the smoothness of the Twin Disc joystick control system, which he likes better than the pod drives he had on a previous boat. All Maritimos are driven by straight shafts, but the optional Twin Disc system with variable control of the transmissions as well as thrusters allows joystick control like pod systems, but without any delay or abrupt motion. I have used this system and appreciate the subtleness of the Twin Disc System as it makes up for my tendency to be heavy-handed with the joysticks.
Underway, the Maritimo performed flawlessly during our short cruise through the islands and on reciprocal test runs. With the optional twin Scania 1,150 HP D16 engines, we hit a top speed of 30.2 knots even while heavily loaded with a substantial tender, a Seakeeper gyro, and a lot of gear. (The manufacturer has topped 34 knots with an M600 powered with these same engines.) At a fast cruise of 26 knots, we ran at 2000 RPM using 93 GPH or 3.1 gallons per mile. The standard 1,200-gallon tank gives the M600 a range of 302 nautical miles, factoring in a 10 percent reserve. This range at speed makes the boat ideal for trips like an extensive Alaskan cruise. If you are willing to slow down to a 15-knot cruise speed, the range more than
doubles to 685 nautical miles providing tremendous offshore capabilities. Scania engines are relatively new to the recreational powerboat market, but have been used extensively on commercial vessels in the Pacific Northwest, so there is a service network here to support them, and that is in part why Kim chose these engines. Maritimo has used them for a number of years in Australia and the engines have proven to be reliable in other areas like Florida.
Twin Volvo Penta D13 800 MHP are standard and D13 1000 MHP are another option.
Bill Barry Cotter, the founder of Maritimo, runs an offshore powerboat racing program and brings knowledge from racing into the recreational powerboats he builds. Straight shafts with low angles on all Maritimos not only deliver clean power to the props but keep the center of gravity low which improves stability. A proprietary steering system provides instantaneous control and easy handling at the wheel. Maritimos are crafted in Australia where offshore conditions can be challenging, so they are built tough to handle whatever they encounter.
Our visit with Kim and Jan was over when we tied up in Cap Sante Marina in Anacortes, but even our short cruise helped us understand why this Maritimo M600 is uniquely suited for serious cruising. If you are looking for a boat that can take you anywhere you want to go safely and efficiently, Maritimo offers quality construction, efficient performance, and tremendous versatility. Whether on a weekend outing to the San Juans, up to Desolation Sound, or heading all the way to Alaska, Maritimo offers exemplary style and comfort.
Island
Relax, you’re on island time: Take in the autumnal splendor of Bainbridge Island as it beckons boaters with snug eateries, restful retreats, and a laid-back vibe.
of Plenty
By Kate Calamusa
Nestled just across Elliott Bay, with stunning views of the downtown Seattle skyline that complement its charming towns and pastoral setting, Bainbridge Island has long been a quintessential Northwest destination. But if you think you know this backyard favorite like the back of your hand, it’s time for a revisit—as the tides of summer tourists recede and those coveted ferry, dining, and moorage reservations open up more readily, autumn on Bainbridge provides an island of opportunity. Featuring walkable excursions, woodland treasures, and wondrous gardens, plus the hyper-local fare found at nationally renowned eateries, this classic haunt might prove to be your new favorite fall jaunt.
Sip + Sample: A Feast for the Senses
Situated just a block from the ferry terminal in downtown Winslow, Bainbridge Brewing Alehouse provides a snug spot for craft beer enthusiasts to enjoy a pint or two.
Stellar seasonal options for fall include: the Anniversary ale made annually at the brewers’ whim, and thus changes each year, as well as a fresh hops IPA, both available on tap through the end of this month. Located nearby and just one door down from the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art, Fletcher Bay Winery offers both a swank tasting room on the ground level to while away a fall storm, or a fun rooftop wine garden to enjoy on sunny days. Both are fit for savoring a glass of the house wine made from grapes grown in Washington’s finest vineyards. (Fun fact: Both of the aforementioned establishments have secondary locations in the Coppertop Business Park, a burgeoning district about two and a half miles away from the ferry terminal off Highway 305. There, you’ll also find the appetizing and appealing Bainbridge Distillers, Storyville Coffee Roasters, Sweet Dahlia Baking, and That’s A Some Pizza.)
When dinner time rolls around, the hottest seat in town is at Seabird. Named one of Bon Appetit magazine’s
Best New Restaurants in 2023, the posh eatery is a heartfelt tribute to island-based seafood, with a menu that changes frequently but lately featured such standouts as: house-baked seaweed focaccia (trust us, it’s an umami bomb!), albacore tuna crudo, fresh mussels served atop a fragrant corn curry, and sugar kelp wrapped king salmon. The sweet little spot is often packed, so reservations are a good idea or plan to belly up to the bar for the afternoon oyster happy hours that feature many of the same menu items, plus an array of locally sourced briny bivalves. The menu is crafted under the direction of chef-owner Brendan McGill, who also runs the neighboring Hitchcock, an all-day cafe and bar that is an island standby for sandwiches, baked egg dishes, tartines, smoothies, grain bowls, and market-inspired salads.
Bruciato is your go-to spot for pizza. Crafted in the traditional Neapolitan style—type “00” flour, San Marzano tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, hand-stretched dough, and a very hot wood-burning oven—the perfectly charred pizzas are topped with seasonally inspired ingredients in addition to the Italian classics. (The ‘Fungi’ with foraged mushrooms, garlic, and fresh thyme is an autumn delight!)
Seafood lovers won’t want to miss Proper Fish, where traditional fish and chips are elevated to an art form, crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and served with a view.
And if you’re in the mood for something a bit more adventurous, the family-owned Ba Sa offers a creative twist on Vietnamese cuisine, all served up by very friendly and accommodating staffers. Need something sweet to top it all off? Look no further than Blackbird Bakery in downtown Winslow and do yourself a favor by ordering up a slice of whatever tart they have in the bakery case that day.
If you’re yearning for a fully immersive dining experience, Hey Day Farm is your haven. This working farm offers a unique blend of rustic charm and comfort; the weekly Community Dinners are a coveted reservation that are easier to snag come October when diners cozy up in the charming farmhouse together. Served family-style, the fare is grown, cultivated, or raised on site and sings with the flavors of the harvest season.
Explore More: Adventure for All Ages
Bainbridge Island is a playground for the adventurous at heart. Start your day with a peaceful stroll through the expansive Bloedel Reserve, where lush gardens and tranquil ponds provide a perfect escape into nature’s beauty. It’s more than worth the 15-minute drive from Winslow to take in the views of changing leaves that wash the landscape in vibrant yellows, oranges, and reds. On the south shore of the island, take a moment to reflect on history by visiting the Japanese American Exclusion Memorial, an outdoor exhibit dedicated to the local Japanese Americans that were interned during World War II.
Don’t forget to also visit Pia the Peacekeeper, Bainbridge’s own troll sculpture, a whimsical and quirky landmark that embodies the island’s artistic spirit. One of six trolls crafted by artist Thomas Dambo from recycled materials, she sits secreted amongst the trees in Sekai Park. For a true taste of fall, a visit to Suyematsu Farms is also in order. There you can find beautiful fresh fall wreaths, ornamental corn, corn stalks, and some truly unique and unusual heritage variety pumpkins and gourds. Bainbridge also can lay claim as the birthplace of pickleball, so if you’re more into active pursuits, head over to the fittingly named Founders Pickleball Courts for a friendly game or two. And should you be in need of a wind-down afterwards, contact the fine folks at Fire + Floe to book a Camp Sauna experience. Here, you’ll flow between the heat of a private Finnish sauna and the cold salt waters of the Puget Sound as you reap in the benefits of contrast therapy, which include lower inflammation, improved metabolism, and more.
If you’ve been yearning for a sojourn to nearby Blake Island, but would rather not take on captaining duties, you’re in luck: Sailbainbridge offers unforgettable sailing excursions, including rides to Blake Island, where you can enjoy stunning views of the skyline (and perhaps even spot a pod of orcas if you’re lucky!). For those who prefer to stay on dry land, the Farmer’s Market runs until November and is a treasure trove of local produce and handmade goods. It’s the perfect place to pick up some fare for the galley and is located just a short walk away from the ferry terminal. Downtown Winslow, is also a shopper’s paradise, with a plethora of boutiques, but nothing suits a drizzly afternoon quite like perusing the stacks at Eagle Harbor Books
Stay + Play: Rest Easy in Island Luxury
After a day of exploring, you’ll need a place to rest your sea legs. If you’d like to relax on your own aft deck, there is moorage available at The Harbour Marina and Winslow Wharf Marina on the Winslow side of the harbor, and at Bainbridge Island Marina located across the inlet; all require advance reservations, so give them a call before setting out. For spur-ofthe-moment larks, the Waterfront Park & City Dock offers slips on a first-come, first-serve basis.
For those seeking a touch of luxury on land, the dog-friendly Pleasant Beach Village and Inn at Pleasant Beach Village offers exceedingly charming accommodations with sweeping views of the water. The village’s historic look and modern amenities make it a lovely jumping off point for enjoying the simpler joys of island life that come with the fall.
BRUCIATO PIZZA
TIGHT LINES
CONTRIBUTED BY MARK YUASA, WDFW
It’s almost time to dig into what should be a gold mine of razor clams this fall and winter, as the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) shellfish managers recently announced 42 tentative razor clam dig dates at four coastal beaches stretching from October 3 to December 31.
“The 2024-25 recreational razor clam season will see similar digging opportunity to last season as long as marine toxin levels remain below closure levels,” said Bryce Blumenthal, a WDFW coastal shellfish biologist. “Razor clam populations on southern coastal beaches continue to be strong and healthy enough for abundant fall digging with harvestable low tides this season falling on Thanksgiving weekend, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day.”
All beach openings are dependent on final approval of marine toxin testing, which usually occurs about a week or less prior to the start of each digging series. Most successful digging occurs between one and two hours before the listed time of low tide. No digging is allowed before noon during digs when low tide occurs in the afternoon or evening. Here are the tentative series of dates: October 3, 6, & 7: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, and Mocrocks; October 4 & 5: at Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis; October 15, 18, & 19: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks; October 16, 17, 20, & 21: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis; November 1, 2, & 5: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks; November 3 & 4: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis; November 13, 14, 17, & 18: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks; November 15, 16, & 19: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis; November 29 & 30: Long Beach, Twin
Can You Dig It?
Yes, you can: MARK YUASA outlines your best bets for digging out razor clams, plus details the go-to coho fishery for fall.
Harbors, Mocrocks; Dec. 1, 2, & 5: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis; December 3 & 4: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks; December 12, 15, & 16: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis; December 13, 14, 17, & 18: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks; December 28 & 31: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis; and, December 29 & 30: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Mocrocks.
Kalaloch Beach off the northern Olympic Peninsula coast won’t be open due to continuing issues with depressed populations of harvestable clams. On all open beaches, the daily limit is 15 clams per person. Each digger’s clams must be kept in a separate container, and all diggers must keep the first 15 clams they dig, regardless of size or condition. All diggers 15 or older must have an applicable fishing license to harvest razor clams on any beach. WDFW reCommends buying your license before visiting coastal beach communities. For additional information on razor clamming, go to: wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/shellfishing-regulations/razor-clams.
Grays Harbor Offers Decent Fall Coho Fishing
Now that summer salmon fisheries are behind us, it’s time to put an emphasis on bay fisheries like Grays Harbor as waves of fish migrate upstream with every rainfall or weather change. Within Grays Harbor (Marine Area 2-2) is a section known as the “East Grays Harbor or south channel fishery” which is open daily through November 30 with a two salmon daily limit (release all Chinook) and a minimum size limit of 12 inches.
The optimal time to have your lines in the water is during a flood tide, although you can catch fish on an ebb tide. Timing is key for success, and you don’t need to be fishing in the pre-dawn timeframe, which is commonly best in most other salmon fisheries. It’s all about the tidal exchanges.
There are three boat launches to access the Grays Harbor salmon fishery, and the Westport boat launch is best for all sizes of boats.
The Johns River launch facility is a gravelly two-lane ramp and better for smaller-sized boats. Both are the quickest route to the south channel fishery. A third is the 28th Street launch in Hoquiam, adjacent to the Port of Grays Harbor. (Be extremely cautious when running your boat from any of the launch facilities, especially the Johns River launch site. Follow the channel markers as there are many shallow sandbars, unexposed islands, and unmarked shallow points where you can ground a vessel.)
Once you arrive in the south channel, start your troll at the Goal Post (a distinct set of rotting wood pilings) located off the Johns River inlet. In this area is a trough that is 15- to 35-feet deep and runs east and west along the shoreline heading to the Chehalis River mouth. On a flood tide, start at the Goal Post and troll eastward to Stearns Bluff, a landmark on the southern hillside. When the tide changes to outgoing, reverse your pattern to head in a westward direction, and hopefully, you’ll start reeling ‘em in.
Mark Yuasa is a Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Communications Manager and longtime local fishing and outdoor writer.
RACING SHEET
BY DOUG HANSEN / PHOTO BY ERWAN HESRY
Eying The Horizon
As the sun sets on summer, DOUG HANSEN anticipates a big autumn event for the sailing community: The J24 World Championships.
The cruel reality of summer is that, eventually, it must end. It feels like an endless cycle of evening boat rides, weeknight racing, and weekend adventures throughout the Pacific Northwest. Looking back on the warm season is always bittersweet, but the change of the season helps to make it special. You must take advantage of the warm days because they don’t last forever. Reflecting on a fantastic racing and sailing season with Ballard Cup Monday nights rolling right into the one-design start lines on Tuesday and Wednesday nights and, of course, the chaos of Duck Dodge—they all blend into a symphony of after-work shenanigans. With the weeknight series coming to an end, there is a bright spot: weekend regattas are upon us!
This fall’s overwhelming focus centers around the most significant event in the Pacific Northwest in years. The J24 World Championship, hosted by Corinthian Yacht Club and presented by Beechers Cheese, is in town from September 28 through October 5, perhaps even right now as you read this missive.
The stacked registration list is truly the top of class, with a handful of teams pulling out all the stops to win the world championship. Sailors will be shipping their boats to Seattle from across the United States and eleven countries spanning the globe, from Japan to Greece, to converge in Shilshole Bay for this anticipated event. The top teams represent decades of experience with the J24 class and bring many
top professional sailors worldwide who can push these old boats well beyond their original speed potential.
All 56 teams will compete together on the same racecourse and score overall for the top prize; the fleet is also scored within their division and separated into a handful of groups to let similar teams measure up to one another. The Corinthian class limits all competitors to “amateur” status, meaning no professional sailors or sailmakers on the boats. The under-25s welcome young sailors to line up against the best of the world, and there was also a new All-Female division with teams made up of some of the top women sailors in the country.
A unique feature of this regatta is the integration of several new groundbreaking technologies that will assist the race organizers both on and off the water. Remote control and GPS-guided racing marks, created by Mark Set Bot, will be used for the race course, making the challenge of anchoring marks in the deep water of Puget Sound a thing of the past. To go along with the robot marks, connected GPS devices will be placed on every boat on the course. These units, designed by the sailing instrument company Vakaros, are revolutionizing large fleet racing. The entire fleet's devices are connected to a mesh radio network and will be centrally controlled by the Race Committee. These units provide start timing and position information to racers and give start line feedback to the race
committee regarding who is over early and who has cleared themselves at every start.
Thanks to countless hours of volunteers and race organizers, the 2024 J24 World Championships are set to be groundbreaking and will undoubtedly go down in the history books of Pacific Northwest sailing. If you want to get involved, contact the Corinthian Yacht Club of Seattle and they can point you in the right direction to sign up to volunteer both on the water and ashore. Learn more about the event and track the racing at: J24WorldsSeattle.com. While the spotlight is on the J24s, it is officially fall, meaning the saltwater keelboat racing is starting in earnest. The fall calendar is stacked with significant events that bring racing boats out of the woodwork. Things kick off with the handicap fleets with the CYC Edmonds Foulweather Bluff race on October 5 and roll right into the CYC Seattle Puget Sound Sailing Championship on October 12-13. The Seattle racing calendar cultivates with the three-day Grand Prix Regatta on October 25-27, hosted by the Seattle Yacht Club. Finally, to wrap up the season and send us into winter, the keelboat fleet heads north for the Orcas Island Yacht Club’s classic Round The County event on November 9-10.
Be sure to check back here for recaps of these significant races and many others, as things are just getting started for this fall's racing calendar!
SEA FARE
BY JAMES O. FRAIOLI / PHOTOGRAPHY BY TUCKER + HOSSLER
Devishly Good
Rich and fruity in flavor, with a refreshing bite of citrus, this striking seasonal cocktail is full of devil-may-care attitude.
Ready for a bold yet seductive drink this October? This devilish cocktail’s subtle red glow and striking appearance makes it a popular choice for fall sipping or for lively gatherings at home, at the marina, or on the boat. The balanced beverage features crème de cassis, a sweet, dark red liqueur made from blackcurrants—perfect for vampires and those who enjoy mixed drinks. The versatile French spirit with its rich, fruity flavor adds depth to the cocktail while complementing the smooth, aged tequila that features notes of vanilla, caramel, and spice. The lemon, orange, and soda swoop in for a refreshing bite of citrus, and the splash of grenadine rounds out the earthy sipper with a blood red swirl of effervescence. Enjoy an El Diablo this month— compliments of Sammy Hagar’s treasure trove of recipes featured in his book, Sammy Hagar’s Cocktail Hits, which I had the pleasure of penning with the Red Rocker.
El Diablo
Makes 1 cocktail
2 lemon wedges, divided
¼ ounce crème de cassis liqueur
1½ ounces añejo tequila
½ ounce fresh squeezed orange juice
7UP or other lemon-lime flavored soda, as needed
Splash of grenadine
Garnish: Fresh lemon wedge
Fill a rocks glass with ice. Squeeze the juice of one of the lemon wedges into the drink, then add the crème de cassis, tequila, and orange juice. Stir and top with 7UP. Add a splash of grenadine, garnish with the remaining lemon wedge, and serve.
A James Beard Award–winning cookbook and cocktail author with more than 50 published titles to his credit, Fraioli’s books have been featured on Ellen and the Food Network, and in Vogue, People, Forbes, Rolling Stone, and The New York Times. He resides in Bellevue, but keeps his boat (a 37-foot Riviera) in beautiful Anacortes, the gateway to his beloved San Juan Islands. Have a cookbook idea or project in mind? Email james@culinarybookcreations.com.
BY LORI EASTES / PHOTOS COURTESY OF WORTH AVENUE YACHTS
Coasting Along PORT OF CALL
Buffeted by lush tropical rain forests, the pristine waters off Brazil’s Green Coast provide a top-tier yachting destination.
Discover the hidden gem of Brazil’s Green Coast, a yachting paradise that has emerged as a top-tier luxury yacht destination over the last decade. Brazil offers a stunning coastline adorned with countless pristine beaches, secluded bays, and untouched islands. The region boasts abundant sunshine, tranquil emerald waters, and a gentle, constant breeze, creating an idyllic setting for maritime adventure. Immerse yourself in the rich and inviting culture of this unique destination, where global travelers are drawn to its captivating blend of experiences.
Abraão
Abraão is a charming village nestled on the tranquil Ilha Grande, off the coast of Brazil. Famous for its pristine beaches, lush tropical forests, and vibrant marine life, Abraão captivates visitors with its laid-back atmosphere and breathtaking scenery. The village itself exudes a rustic charm, with colorful houses lining narrow streets that lead to secluded beaches and hiking trails. The town serves as a gateway to exploring the island's natural wonders, including Lopes Mendes Beach and Pico do Papagaio, a challenging hike offering panoramic views of the island. Abraão's relaxed vibe, coupled with its natural beauty, makes it a beloved destination for travelers seeking both adventure and relaxation in Brazil.
Paraty
Paraty, a coastal town in Brazil's Rio de Janeiro state, is a picturesque gem renowned for its Colonial-style architecture and natural beauty. Cobblestone streets wind through the historic center, lined with
whitewashed buildings adorned with colorful doors and windows.
Paraty's rich history is palpable in its well-preserved churches and museums, offering glimpses into its past as a thriving port during the Brazilian Gold Rush era. Beyond its cultural charm, Paraty is surrounded by lush rainforest and dotted with pristine beaches and islands, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers, whether that means embarking on a boat trip to nearby islands or hiking the trails that traverse the surrounding forests.
Ilha da Cotia
Located off the coast of Paraty, Ilha da Cotia is a serene and secluded island known for its lush tropical landscapes. Accessible only by boat, it offers a tranquil retreat away from the bustling mainland. The island's sandy shores are fringed by crystal-clear waters ideal for swimming and snorkeling, while its interior is a haven for wildlife and hiking enthusiasts. Ilha da Cotia invites visitors to unwind in its peaceful surroundings, immersing themselves in nature and enjoying the simplicity of island life amidst breathtaking scenery.
Ilha de Paquetá
Ilha de Paquetá, nestled in Guanabara Bay near Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, is a charming island getaway that harkens back to yesteryear. As no cars are allowed, horse-drawn carriages and bicycles are the primary modes of transportation along its cobblestone streets. The island's lush parks and waterfront promenades offer picturesque views of the bay and Rio de Janeiro’s skyline. Visitors can explore historical landmarks like the Church of Our Lady of the Good Voyage and enjoy leisurely strolls or bike rides through its peaceful neighborhoods. Ilha de Paquetá’s serene ambiance and scenic beauty make it a win-win of an escape.
Araçatiba
Your next stop lies in Araçatiba, a tranquil village nestled on the western coast of Ilha Grande, Brazil's largest island. Surrounded by verdant rainforests and dense jungle foliage, Araçatiba boasts a small community of colorful houses, seafood restaurants, and guesthouses, catering to visitors seeking a peaceful seaside escape. Araçatiba’s transparent waters are ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and diving, showcasing vibrant marine life and coral reefs. The laid-back atmosphere and natural beauty of Araçatiba make it a perfect destination for nature lovers and those looking to unwind in a picturesque tropical setting.
Palmas
Palmas, the capital city of the Brazilian state of Tocantins, is a vibrant urban center amidst the Amazon rainforest. Often heralded for its modern architecture and well-planned layout, Palmas offers a blend of city conveniences and natural beauty. The city is characterized by wide avenues, lush green spaces, and a scenic waterfront along Lake Palmas. Visitors can explore cultural attractions such as the Memorial Coluna Prestes, which commemorates a significant historical movement, or enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and boating in nearby parks and rivers.
Palmas also boasts a diverse culinary scene, reflecting its multicultural population and offering a taste of regional Brazilian cuisine.
Angra dos Reis
Finally, you’ll dock at Angra dos Reis, a picturesque town located on the coast of Rio de Janeiro state and known for its stunning archipelago of 365 islands, turquoise waters, and lush green mountains. This tropical paradise attracts visitors with its wealth of pristine beaches, secluded coves, and vibrant marine life ideal for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts. The town itself has a charming center district with colorful houses, churches, and a bustling waterfront where fishermen bring in their daily catch. Angra dos Reis is also a gateway to exploring nearby attractions such as Ilha Grande and its pristine rainforests, offering a perfect blend of relaxation, adventure, and natural beauty for travelers seeking an unforgettable coastal getaway in Brazil.
Lori Eastes is thrilled to be on the team at Worth Avenue Yachts because chartering private yacht vacations combines everything she loves: party planning, travel, and boats. With a background in hospitality, Lori is committed to providing an unparalleled experience for her clients. To chat with Lori about making your yacht vacation a reality, give her a call at 206.209.1920.
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