Fried in Fisherman Bay
A certain kind of pleasure at a certain time in life is found just sitting, sitting in Lopez Island’s Fisherman Bay.
marine features
All quiet in Filucy Bay
One of the most attractive things about Filucy Bay in southern Puget Sound is that there is not really much to do other than enjoy the surroundings.
Pendrell Sound famously tepid
Pendrell Sound is a gorgeous anchorage, but an odd tidal quirk maintains water temperatures that are out of this world.
Tribune Bay is timeless
Hornby Island is known, in a good way, to many for its aging hippies and chill atmosphere, but when conditions are right the tranquility of Tribune Bay and hiking ashore are hard to top.
Cruising to Tacoma made easy
Cruising into downtown Tacoma is a breeze with several moorage options that bring you footsteps from the city’s core.
Island of pirate raccoons
James Island is a lovely marine park with gorgeous views and activities for the whole family. It also has smart, aggressive raccoons that will board your boat and make themselves dinner.
Rosario Resort’s new docks open
The popular resort and spa on Orcas Island has upgraded to new aluminum floats, with more berths and additional room for side ties.
Cutts Island memories
Cutts Island evokes memories of deserted tropical isles and summertime beach parties. This lovely little Carr Inlet islet offers all those things and more.
Narrow escape at Patos Island
Kallisto’s remarkable escape from disaster at Patos Island is a warning to us all to consider what can go wrong and how prepared we are if it does.
Transiting Seymour Narrows
On that day in 1958 it was the largest non-nuclear man-made explosion in history and it tamed the twin peaks of Ripple Rock. The maritime hazard had taken a high toll on shipping and claimed many lives. The rapids at flow are still a handful for any vessel.
