Blake Island Redevelopment and Survey

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Most all of us boaters have been to Blake Island and enjoyed the marina, trails and and/or camping.  The Salmon Bake and Presentation at Tillicum Village was a great memory.  The concession has been closed since 2021 and the marina needs to be dredged and rebuilt.  The Parks Dept is asking for your feedback.  Here is their site link…

Blake Island Marine State Park Master Planning | Washington State Parks

In their page, there are links to the presentation of Feb 25th and to the survey with several options they are considering.  Please take a moment and add your input.  Thank you.

Women in Boating

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Looking to buy a boat? Improve your skills with your current boat? Want to race? Cruise more? Check out these links (and many more) for local clubs, education and opportunites.

Daylight Saving Time Starts Sunday, March 8

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Daylight Saving Time Begins concept. Web Banner Reminder with spring forward time. Vector illustration with instructions for moving forward an hour in the spring

Remember to set those clocks that don’t automatically set themselves. My chart plotter is one that I usually forget to adjust from being UTC-8 to UTC-7 until a month afterwards.

Fisheries Supply Swap Meet-April 25th

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Now is the time to start thinking about cleaning out your storage locker, your bilge, and your van and get those items down to the Fisheries Supply Swap Meet, Saturday, April 25th!  Get there early to get a parking/display spot.  You may also find the one thing you need (or don’t need but want😉) to bring home to the boat.  Get details here…

https://www.fisheriessupply.com/swap-meet

Snow/Freeze Event

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It’s our first snow/freeze event of the winter and is not expected to be very bad, but things can change quickly overnight….

Check out the forecast on windy.com

  • If you have permanent water hookup to the dock, please contact the marina office to get a waiver signed so they don’t disconnect you at an inopportune time
  • Please check on your neighbors, especially the elderly or those with limited mobility and if you need help yourself, don’t hesitate to ask for help from either your neighbors or the Port staff at 206-601-4089.
  • Be careful with space heaters-don’t use them with extension cords! Turn off your water heater breaker at night so you can have more amps and won’t blow your main breaker.
  • Be careful walking the docks-stay in the middle.
  • Be patient with the Pumpout services…if the marina pumps are frozen, they can’t use them either.
  • Keep your water tanks topped off in case your hose freezes
  • Don’t drive if you don’t have to, but top off your car gas tank in case you get stuck out driving, and have water, snacks, blankets and boots in the car.
  • When it warms up and starts to melt, make sure your scuppers are clear to drain.

Stay safe!

WA Boater’s Education Card

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Washington State Boater Education Card

Reminder…Boaters in Washington need to have their Washington State Boater Education Card with them when operating a boat 15 horsepower or greater. Boat operators born before January 1,1955 are exempt but may choose to get a card if they plan to boat in Canada or Oregon, since both require mandatory education.

There are several ways to take the exam, but probably the most convenient is The BoatUS online course.  It’s free and you can proceed at your own pace and winter is a good time to get this taken care of.

Dinghy hint….take a copy of your card, along with your Registration and whistle and put in an empty spice container to have onboard.

Seattle Boat Show, Jan 30th – Feb 7th

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If you own a boat, want a boat, if you need something for your boat or just have questions…. The boat show is for you!  Take the time to go-you might find what you are looking for. The marina office usually has 2 complimentary tickets per slip, while supplies last.

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There are a wide variety of seminars that cover everything from fishing & crabbing to engine maintenance to cruising Desolation Sound….

Seminars

 

 

Winter Dock/Pier Clean up

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The Port is walking the docks and identifying unauthorized items on the docks and finger piers. You will get an email notice from them if you are not in compliance. Please be proactive and clean up your area beforehand. Thank you for helping keep this a nice place to moor and live!

  • The Port has a great haz-mat recycling program! Used oil, diesel and hydraulic fluid goes in tank near restroom; used batteries, gasoline, and antifreeze/coolant go to Hazmat Box down near Seaview Boatyard (south)
  • Garbage goes in the green compactor container; all recycling goes in the other containers.
  • Please put your donated stuff (items you no longer need but don’t want to toss) near the dumpster and not at the gate (and not in the laundry room), so more people can see them.

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New Year reminders…

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  • The Seattle Boat Show will be held from Jan 30th-Feb 7th.  Check out their website for schedule and seminars.
  • 2026 Parking Passes are available for pick up in the office (you will need photo id) and need to be placed on the lower driver’s side windshield.  Also, make sure your car tabs are current, especially if you leave your car while cruising or travelling.
  • Check out this Shilshole Blog for the latest marina news, events, tides, weather, and emergency preparedness info.

Happy New Year!

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Your Shilshole Liveaboard Assoc. wishes you and your family good health and happiness in 2026, with completed boat projects and more time for cruising!