Marine Blog

What is it like when a little boy sits on the porch and listens intently to his grandfather’s stories, or has a father who teaches him to work hard? When a little boy is taught core values, is shown the stars and the sea, observes what it is like to serve the public and the…

  “Learning to become a boating instructor is a bit like tacking a sailboat. You rarely get a chance to go directly upwind or directly towards your objective. You may need to sail off in one direction. This may put a little bit distance from your destination, but then turn and tack back and forth…

Fidalgo Island is an ideal location for a small boat center. With easy access to the water and a long history in the maritime industry, a boat center revolving around boating related activities would be the perfect fit for this marine community. The plans for the center include small boat storage, educational space, rowing and…

“Our maritime industry continues to play a central role in Washington’s diverse, strong economy,” said Gov. Jay Inslee. “Working waterfronts are sources of technological innovation and resilience, supporting good jobs and new business opportunities from the Pacific and Puget Sound coastlines to the Columbia River and beyond.” The Washington State Maritime Sector Economic Impact Study…

by Penny Talbot It feels odd interviewing someone I have known almost all my life, but my conscience and better judgement tells me I should probably refrain from writing about my dear friends and fellow boaters Cam and Kim Kemp, without at least attempting to get their side of the story. Although we have known…

He grew up poor in a factory town in Virginia. For those whose families were financially well grounded, a family-financed college education provided ample opportunities, but that was not the case for Ed…. His parents were both immigrants for whom English was a second language. Ed was the first generation in his family to go to college…

              Anacortes Marine Insurance reminds you that not all Yacht Insurance policies are the same.  The Best policies include: Agreed Value on the Hull. Agreed Value separately on the Dinghy/Tender(when appropriate). Separate Coverage for Standard Liability and Pollution Liability. Enough Towing Coverage to actually get you home. Personal Effects…

Where’s Waldo? He is in Anacortes, WA. Waldo, a.k.a. Dan Worra served twenty-four years as a naval pilot in the United States Navy. During the last stretch of his long naval career he served as the Operations Manager at Whidbey NAS, which prepared him for his next career, Executive Director for the Port of Anacortes.…

Mission Statement In Partnership with Public Agencies and Private Business, develop and manage facilities and services which stimulate private job creation and commerce, while protecting the quality of life, needs, and desires of area residents. The focus of the port is primarily transportation and the infrastructure related to it: seaports, airports, marine terminals, marinas, roadways,…

Answer Viewpoint: Cap Sante   

The Answer Tortola British Virgin Islands  

  THE ANSWER Lift: 200 metric tons    

Scott Richards Insurance and Anacortes Marine Insurance have a long history of providing the best insurance for their clients. Scott Richards Insurance started in Anacortes, WA in 1951. The current owner/agent, Scot Buchanan, purchased the business in January of 2012. Scott Richards Insurance continues providing clients with the highest quality insurance services and lowest rates…

Insurance is a necessity when owning a boat and finding the right agent is an important part of boat ownership. Meet, Mary LaFleur  Owner , Managing Agent and Marine Specialist with ALT Insurance Group. Mary has been in the insurance industry for 31 years. She started with Farmers Insurance Group in the Tacoma area and after…