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Safe Boating Reminders
Those that have taken to the waters to social distance, you still need to be aware of ways to keep the water safe for everyone. It is your responsibility to be well-trained and informed on boating safety - Transport Canada’s Safe Boating Guide... Read more
Maple Bay Marina
New Boat Yard at Maple Bay Marina
The full service destination marina located in Maple Bay, Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island, BC, has announced the opening of a new boat yard. Opening September, 2020 the Marina welcomes Chris Watson as the new manager of the facility... Read more
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CPS - ECP Webinars
Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons is providing free monthly webinars for boaters. The webinars cover a variety of topics - learn how to prepare for any weather, understand charts, tides and currents, get an introduction to the basics of celestial... Read more
Anacortes Boat and Yacht Show Online
With the cancellations of many in-person events - organizers have moved to the digital world. Staring tomorrow, June 25th, Anacortes Boat and Yacht Show will be holding their first ever virtual boat show. Read more
La Conner Channel Lodge Hits Phase II
Just in time for summer! Guests are welcome back into the hotel as new sanitary measures are being implemented. This getaway in Washington State offers gorgeous views of the Swinomish Channel... Read more
Canadian Yachting Webinars
These series of webinars were created to spark interest in taking on projects during the Covid 19 pandemic. Not only were the webinars a source for information, they were also a platform to connect boat owners and marine professionals (marine... Read more
South Whidbey Harbor Reopens
The Harbor is now open to transient moorage, both overnight and day-stops - with limited reservations being accepted during Phase II. Keeping physical distancing paramount - this means that in the inner harbor one vessel per slip and on the... Read more
50% Off Pleasure Craft Operators Card!
Get ready for the season comfortably from home! BOATsmart is providing online modules as well as 50% off your Pleasure Craft Operators Card! Read more
Vernon Yacht Club
Cancelled: 2020 VYC Boat & Watersports Show
The VYC Boat & Watersports Show, Vernon Yacht Club’s 31st annual boat show, has been cancelled due to dock damage. Damage to the docks by weather and wear have made them unusable until after repairs can be completed. The Vernon Yacht Club... Read more
Sea Tow Captain Breaking the Industry Stigma
On March 8th, women across the globe celebrated International Women’s Day. In an industry mostly dominate by men - Sea Tow is unique as it's always been 50 percent women owned. Captain Amy Donaldson and her husband John, are the duo behind Sea Tow... Read more