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Staying in Touch: Using a Canadian SIM Card an article from Waggoner Cruising Guide

Posted on June 17, 2013

For American’s cruising in Canada, staying in touch via cell phone quickly becomes expensive. I’ve heard many horror stories of cruisers returning home to cell phone bills of thousands of dollars. Planning ahead and purchasing Canadian add-on plans through your … Continue reading →

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6-17 NWWB Meeting Reminder and a Cool (or maybe Hot) Tip

Posted on June 10, 2013

Next Monday, June 17th, will be an interesting and very informative meeting. It’s all about what you need to know to get you ready for fishing, clamming, crabbing, etc. as you head out to enjoy our waters this season. George … Continue reading →

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NWWB Meeting June 17 – Feasting From Puget Sound: The What, How, Where, and When of Fishing, Crabbing, Clamming, and Shrimping While Underway

Posted on June 6, 2013

Plan to attend the NWWB Meeting June 17 – Feasting From Puget Sound: The What, How, Where, and When of Fishing, Crabbing, Clamming, and Shrimping While Underway. If you’re out the on the water why not add to the fun by … Continue reading →

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Amazing Tugboat Race Video by Julie Tallino

Posted on May 26, 2013

We have some talented and interesting women in our group. Many of you know Julie Tallino, with her husband, lives aboard and is renovating the tug Iver. See picture below. She is a professional photographer and her business website has … Continue reading →

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Can All-Women Team Conquer ‘Everest of Sailing?’ Sea Magazine article

Posted on May 22, 2013

 Here is a link to an article from Sea Magazine you might find interesting. The achievements of these gals should be celebrated. By: Ben Monro-Davies, Sheena McKenzie [CNN] (CNN) — Sailing around the world is one of the most grueling challenges … Continue reading →

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National Boating Safety Week – Great Resources

Posted on May 22, 2013

USCG emphasizes the importance of boating safety during NSBW SEATTLE — In recognition of the start of National Safe Boating Week, May 18-24, 2013, the Thirteenth Coast Guard District is emphasizing boating safety for all Pacific Northwest boaters. In conjunction … Continue reading →

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NWWB May 20th Meeting DIY Safety Ladder

Posted on May 14, 2013

Hi Gals, Ideas for greater safety onboard has been an ongoing theme of many of our meetings. The May meeting offers you a valuable, and possibly lifesaving, opportunity. Vivian Strolis and Julie Tallino will be demonstrating how to make a useful … Continue reading →

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Vessel inspections, flare disposal and seminars part of free safety day

Posted on April 28, 2013

Click below for the full article by member Deborah Bach, owner of Three Sheets Northwest. If you haven’t subscribed for a free, once a week delivery of Three Sheets Northwest in your email box, do it. It’s a great way to keep up on boating … Continue reading →

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Posted on April 25, 2013

Penny Braden suggested that some of you might not be aware of BoatPop deals and particularly this one that just came up. BoatPop’s Deal of the Week: $100 for a boat haulout Dunato’s Marine Services $100 Value $343 Savings 77% ($243) Location … Continue reading →

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Knot Pillow

Posted on April 22, 2013

I saw this pillow on Pinterest and thought it might make an interesting design element on some boats. http://pinterest.com/pin/95349717083351170/ Marilyn

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