Jul
19
2021
As a first step, starting August 9, 2021, Canada plans to begin allowing entry to American citizens and permanent residents, who are currently residing in the United States, and have been fully vaccinated at least 14 days prior to entering Canada for non-essential travel. This preliminary step allows for the Government of Canada to fully operationalize the adjusted border measures ahead of September 7, 2021, and recognizes the many close ties between Canadians and Americans.
Canada Border Services Agency News Release
Jul
13
2021
Port Ludlow is a easy 3-4 hour trip (sailboat speed) from Shilshole. Catch the outgoing tide north and cross the traffic lanes fairly perpendicular (as you should always do) to run up the Kitsap side. Round Pt. No Point and head to Foulweather Bluff where you should arrive at slack water to avoid the major tide rips that occur near the bluff and buoy. From there, its a 3.5 mile trip across the Hood Canal entrance to Pt Ludlow (stay clear of the Tala Point as it is shallow, rock strewn and full of kelp). The harbor is large with easy anchorage in 25-35 ft of mud bottom. (avoid the cable crossing area). There is a dinghy dock at the marina for you to go and explore. See more here…
Port Ludlow trail map
Jul
06
2021
Puget Sound cruising is commonly divided into South-Sound (south of the Tacoma Narrows), Mid-Sound (Gig Harbor/Tacoma to Kingston/Edmonds) and North Sound (up to Port Townsend or Oak Harbor). There are great cruising, anchoring, crabbing and fishing areas in all three.
If you have some thoughts, experiences or suggestions for those looking to venture out, especially those new to boating, please share with us on this blog. For example…
SouthSound
Jul
02
2021
How does one join the liveaboard association?
Admin note: as a Port of Seattle authorized liveaboard at Shilshole you are, by default, a member of the Shilshole Liveaboard Assoc. We have a board comprised of 15 members that works with the Port regarding policy and security issues that affects not just us liveaboards but the tenants in general. Contact us
