Karl Krüger is Chasing Waterfalls
The R2AK and Northwest Passage standup paddler and PNW adventure celeb sail-moved to Hoonah, Alaska last year. What’s the story? Krüger opens up to tell it his way.
Port of Bellingham Seeks Stronger Ties with Point Roberts Marina
Image: Point Roberts Marina. Credit: Point Roberts Chamber of Commerce. The famously isolated Northwest “exclave” known as Point Roberts, Washington, is getting some attention from the American mainland via a Bellingham-based economic redevelopment plan. In mid-October 2025, the Port of Bellingham presented a proposal to the Point Roberts Community Advisory Committee (PRAC), seeking control of […]
Hydrofoil Future – A Marriage of Air and Water
Anacortes, Washington-based America’s Cup and hydrofoil design genius Paul Bieker unveils his latest innovation, Fast Foil Ferry Demonstrator, set to begin construction next year
The Way of the Captain
Reflections on life at the helm by a Pacific Northwest-based working captain and author.
Return of Klamath River Salmon
In the department of positive environmental news, Chinook salmon are impressing biologists and tribal members with their remarkable comeback on the Klamath River. In mid-November 2025, 140 fall-run Chinook were reported on the far reaches of the upper Klamath River tributaries, returning to spawn after nearly a century of absence. The Klamath River, which flows […]
Aspen C128 – New Flagship for Pacific Northwest Builder
Photo courtesy of Aspen Power Catamarans. I had the once-in-a-lifetime privilege to cruise the rugged West Coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, from Victoria to Nootka Sound last summer. The approximately 10-day trip was undertaken by the intrepid Aspen Power Catamarans owners’ group as their annual cruise. To my knowledge, this is the only owner’s […]
Agatha Christie Meets Deadliest Catch – Death in Dutch Harbor by D. MacNeil Parker
Image credit: © D. MacNeill Parker Local author with commercial fishing and journalism background debuts a satisfying murder mystery for both beach and wheelhouse reading. I met author D. MacNeill Parker at the annual Fishermen’s Fall Festival back in September, 2025. She looked at me with a big smile from her exhibitor table and lured […]
Four Winter Paddle Trips in Deception Pass State Park
Usually known for its swift tidal rapids, Deception Pass State Park also offers two scenic, protected bays ideal for paddlers of any skill level—Bowman Bay and Cornet Bay. Both are well-sheltered from winter winds and waves, with easy parking, boat ramps, restrooms, and picnic areas. Bowman Bay, on the north side of the Highway 20 […]
Sound-worthy Swimwear from the Talented Lily Smith
Lily Smith sews and designs flattering swimwear and garments under the brand Merrick Maria out of Olympia, Washington. Smith grew up near Squaxin Park in Olympia and remembers, “I was definitely the kid–even if it was November–like-oh my shoes are off. Now my pants are wet. Now I’m all the way in.” She made ferry […]
Rum by the Barrel & Coffee by the Sack
Washington-based, Guinness Book of World Records-holding Transatlantic rowing adventurer, Explorer’s Club Fellow, and author Jordan Hanssen ran rum, coffee, and cacao on an engineless tall ship, like a goddamn pirate. How did it go for this son of Cascadia? Read on for the tale, in his own words. My story begins quayside in Den Helder, […]