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Construction on Stuart & Sucia Islands, San Juans
Two major construction projects are taking place at Stuart and Sucia Island marine state parks in the San Juan Islands under the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission. Stuart Island. Construction is underway at Stuart Island’s Reid Harbor to replace the...
Boat Haven Marina, Breakwater Project and Future Dock Construction
The $3 million breakwater repair project at Boat Haven Marina in Port Townsend starts this November, 2026, with an anticipated completion date in 2027. The subsequent $35 million project of rebuilding docks and infrastructure at the marina will take four years to...
Comments Wanted – Rebuild, Port Hadlock Floats
The day-use floats at Irondale in Port Hadlock, south of Port Townsend, have been removed and will not be available until further notice. The future of the Port of Port Townsend-owned floats, boat ramp, pier, and related pilings remain under debate within the Port...
Ciders & Sails at Foss Waterway Seaport, Tacoma
If you love local crafted ciders, you won’t want to miss the special cider tastings event, Ciders & Sails, at Foss Waterway Seaport, Tacoma’s maritime museum, boat shop, and education center. The 125-year-old wharf has been beautifully restored and serves as an...
Boat Electrical Basics Workshop
How many of us have been out cruising and encountered an electrical problem? Do you have the skills to track down the problem or have the tools and knowledge needed to make repairs? The more you can fix on your boat, the more likely you will be able to extend your...
2026 Boating BC Conference Nov. 18 & 19
The 2026 Boating BC Conference for marine professionals across British Columbia’s recreational boating industry is being held at the River Rock Casino Resort in Richmond, BC on Tuesday, November 18 and Wednesday, November 19. This two-day event offers education...
REMINDER: British Columbia on Permanent Daylight Saving Time
Waggoner readers are reminded that Pacific Daylight Saving Time was made permanent in British Columbia, Canada so clocks will not be turned back in the province come November 2026. British Columbia, sprang into Daylight Saving Time in March of 2026 and made the...
Notice to Mariners – Bridge Closure – Salmon Bay Railroad Bridge
Vessels with masts exceeding 43 feet will NOT be able to pass under the Salmon Bay Railroad Bridge west of the Ballard Locks in Seattle beginning November 2 at 6 am, extending through November 25, 2026, at 4 pm. Provisional openings on Nov. 14 and 15 require 24-hour...
Two New Weather Buoys in the Strait of Georgia
Weather buoys give boaters vital information about the current wind and sea state, helpful information when planning a transit, especially across large bodies of water like the Strait of Georgia. Two new weather buoys have been installed in the Strait of Georgia as a...
5th Annual Core Plus Try-A-Trade Event
Core Plus Maritime, part of the broader Core Plus initiative, is hosting the annual Try-A-Trade event at the Kitsap County Fairground (1200 Fairground Rd. NW) in Bremerton, Washington, scheduled on October 22, 8 am to 1 pm. The Core Plus Program provides high-school...
S/V One Ocean, a Spotlight at One Ocean Week
Since the return of s/v One Ocean from the Around-the-Americas Expedition, crew members have continued their mission of kelp studies, ocean temperature research, and their educational outreach to school classrooms. A fitting name, vessel s/v One Ocean will be the...
European Green Crab Management Update, WA State
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, Aquatic Invasive Species Division, has released their annual report and field season updates for the period July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The collective effort of all co-managers, tribes, and partners resulted in the...
Port Neville Wharf Facility – Transfer of Ownership
Port Neville, off Johnston Strait in British Columbia, has long been a welcome stop for boaters to duck out of the weather. The dock facility at Port Neville, with the upland historic post office/store building, has served as a point of interest for boaters over the...
October Dungeness Crab Festival in Port Angeles
Come enjoy the exciting Port Angeles City Pier location on October 9th through the 11th for the popular Dungeness crab meals, cooking demonstrations, and a weekend full of live music and contests all held on the waterfront. The three-day event takes place the same...
The Olympic Peninsula’s Harvest Festival, 2026
The regional Harvest Festival, previously known as the Olympic Peninsula Apple & Cider Festival, is taking place October 9-11 across various locations on the Olympic Peninsula, featuring self-guided farm tours, workshops, and events. Come enjoy a weekend of...