On the Radar: NOAA, zoning, OpenTug and going overboard
A roundup of recent maritime news
Future Tides is a Next Challenge Finalist
Ten finalists are in the running for a grant of up to $50,000
Spring at Fishermen's Terminal
A time for transition, allergies, and frantic preparations.
Sketches by the Sea paints the quiet beauty of the PNW
The artists live on their sailboat in Seattle designing posters, stickers and more inspired by the region's landscapes.
Norovirus catches a free ride on the half shell, growers pay the price
Shellfish farms are limited in what they can do to combat contaminants but wet storage and epidemiology can help.
These early stage maritime businesses are meeting the moment
Ebony Welborn of Sea Potential and Frank Gonzales of Gonzo Boat Recycling are maritime problem solvers.
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Tacoma leaders break ground on new maritime center
On a sunny day in early January, attendees excitedly greeted one another at the groundbreaking ceremony for Tacoma's new Port Maritime Center. The 20-acre project, including a maritime skills center for high school students, will transform the east side of the Thea Foss Waterway. It should be completed
Join us at the Seattle Boat Show + a Future Tides meetup
The annual event is a chance to hear from, and talk to, Future Tides founder Cara Kuhlman.
Funding flows in for WA ports and ferries
These investments may continue at the state level, but future federal funding is uncertain.
Future Tides receives a pivotal grant from Press Forward
The funding will expand local news for the Pacific Northwest maritime community
Hydrofoil ferry prototype gets funding, contingent on the election
The futuristic all-electric hydrofoil ferry captured public attention two years ago, but funding is key for the project moving forward.
A very large, dual-fuel container ship visits Tacoma
The 1,100-foot long Maersk Alette uses both low-carbon methanol and petroleum-based fuel.
Washington State Ferries extends timeline for converting ferry to hybrid-electric
Instead of a year, converting the first of three larger ferries may take almost two years.
Free walking tours Aug. 15 and Sept. 25
Two more chances for Seattle locals and curious visitors to discover more about our modern maritime community.
Scenes from South Sound
Waterfront redevelopment, ever-present inflatable SUPs and cargo anchorages
Expanding vessel turn-in programs and water safety awareness
Washington state DNR and its partners are piloting free vessel turn-in events to make a dent in derelict vessels
Join me for a free walking tour!
At age 17, I followed in the footsteps of many backpackers before me and found one of Berlin's famous free walking tours — it blew my mind. It wasn't one thing but a compilation of the guide's knowledge, storytelling prowess, and ability to acquaint us