2015 nwmc program catalog

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NORTHWEST MARITIME CENTER | www.nwmaritime.org | 360.385.3628

WOODEN BOAT FESTIVAL

Port Townsend’s Wooden Boat Festival is the most education-packed and inspiring wooden boat event in the world!

THERE’S SOMETHING HERE FOR YOU, AND YOU’RE GOING TO LOVE IT. GET INVOLVED

No matter the season, Northwest Maritime Center is a bustling place for members, volunteers and guests. Learn how you can get involved.

MEMBERSHIP ............. 8

VOLUNTEER ................ 8

DROP-IN ACTIVITIES ... 9

LECTURES & PRESENTATIONS ......... 9

HONE A SKILLOur campus offers the richest kind of experience because we gather talented folks from around the country and help them set up shop here for a day, a week, or a year. Come and learn from the best there is.

ADULT SAILING ......... 10

PROFESSIONAL MARINERS ................ 12

NAVIGATION & SEAMANSHIP ............ 16

BOATING SKILLS ....... 15

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EVENTSWith races, regattas and paloozas, Northwest Maritime Center is your destination to celebrate wooden boat history, heritage, and recreation.

WOODEN BOAT FESTIVAL ..................... 6

RACE TO ALASKA ...... 27

REGATTAS ................... 4

SHIPWRIGHTS REGATTA .....................4

CLASSIC MARINERS REGATTA .....................5

POCKET YACHT PALOOZA .................... 5

BOATSHOPBoat owners and professional shipwrights can take advantage of shop programs that allow them to use high quality tools and shop space.

BOATSHOP CLASSES.. 20

BUILD A BOAT .......... 22

BUILD A KAYAK ........ 24

BOATSHOP PARTNERS..25

FOR YOUTHAt Northwest Maritime Center kids experience maritime life in many ways and have lots of fun along the way.

SUMMER CAMPS ...... 28

MESSING ABOUT IN BOATS ..................28

LEARN TO SAIL .........29

SCHOOL & GROUP PROGRAMS .............. 30

The mission of Northwest

Maritime Center is to engage and

educate people of all generations

in traditional and contemporary

maritime life, in a spirit of

adventure and discovery. Cover photo courtesy of Deja View Photography • www.dejasphotos.com


CELEBRATIONS, CONFERENCES & WEDDINGS

Northwest Maritime Center is a LEED Gold certified venue featuring inviting meeting and event spaces that can be configured to accommodate a wide range of groups, from small meetings to large celebrations.

PARTNERS PORT TOWNSEND SAILING ASSOCIATION .................4

NORTHWEST STRAITS COMMISSION .................5

PORT TOWNSEND POCKET YACHTERS .......................5

CRAWFORD NAUTICAL SCHOOL .......12

US MARITIME ACADEMY .....................14

WASHINGTON SEA GRANT ...................18

RAT ISLAND ROWING & SCULLING CLUB ............19

CHESAPEAKE LIGHT CRAFT .................22

PYGMY BOATS ...............24

CAPE FALCON KAYAKS...24

NORTHWEST SCHOOL OF WOODEN BOATBUILDING..............25

YMCA ............................25

NORTHWEST OUTWARD BOUND SCHOOL ...........26

SOUND EXPERIENCE .....30

PORT TOWNSEND MARINE SCIENCE CENTER ..........30

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RENT OUR SPACE

HOW TO REGISTERThis guide features courses and events by Northwest Maritime Center as well as many other partner organizations. Pay close attention to the “How to Register” section for each listing, or call 360.385.3628 x104 for more information.

NORTHWEST MARITIME CENTER431 WATER STREET

PORT TOWNSEND, WASHINGTON

PRINCIPAL

First Federal

Wilder Auto

The Resort at Port Ludlow

Port of Port Townsend

Northwest Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing & Technology

WoodenBoat Magazine

PROMINENT

SEA Marine

Port Townsend Brewing Company

Coho Magazine

Edensaw Woods

Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding

Small Craft Advisor

Kangen Water

Port Townsend Paper Corporation

Sirens Pub

Port Townsend Leader

Fine Edge Publications

PRIMARY

Platt Irwin/NTI

Hagerty Insurance

Lee Valley Tools

Vessel Assist

Harbors Magazine

Goodman Sanitation

Fisheries Supply

Club Sunglass

PORTAL

SOS Printing

Rainshadow Properties

OffCenterHarbor.com

OlympusNet

Carl’s Lumber

Sunrise Coffee

Port Townsend Sails

Port Townsend Film Festival

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORSMany thanks to our 2014 sponsors, whose generosity allows us to offer and support the many

programs, events and opportunities you'll find in this program guide.

Cover photo courtesy of Deja View Photography • www.dejasphotos.com


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2015 AT A GLANCEWhether it’s a program we’re putting on ourselves or helping another great organization engage people, there’s darn near always something going on here.

FEBRUARY 28

SHIPWRIGHTS REGATTA

Hosted by Northwest Maritime Center in cooperation with the Port Townsend Sailing Association, the annual Shipwrights Regatta kicks off the sailing season in Port Townsend. Enjoy some crazy sailing weather, door prizes, perpetual awards and a chance to win a free haulout for two lucky racers! Boats of all construction and crew without boats welcome.

$25 entry fee. Register at www.nwmaritime.org

MARCH 21

BOATING SKILLS INTENSIVES

Dreaming of a Getaway - Cruising Skills

APRIL 18


Getting Underway - Systems, Technology & Maintenance

APRIL 25

MARITIME SWAP MEET

Great bargains on tools, marine hardware, anchors, bronze fasteners, blocks and much more!

MAY 2

OPENING DAY OF BOATING SEASON

MAY 23


Get on the Water - Anchoring, Docking & On-the-Water Safety

JUNE 4

RACE TO ALASKA

Sail, Row, Paddle. All The Way To Alaska. Do you have what it takes?

CALENDAR & EVENTS

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JULY 18 - 19

POCKET YACHT PALOOZA

Celebrate Camp Cruising Watercraft at this two-day gathering of unique small-craft designs. More than half of the 75+ boats displayed are sail-powered; others are rowed, paddled or powered by modest engines. This free public boat show goes from10 AM to 5 PM on Saturday. Sunday morning participating boat owners will hit the water together, rowing, sailing, paddling and/or powering across Port Townsend Bay for a picnic lunch together on the beach. Bring a boat (or two) to the Pocket Yacht Palooza!

The Pocket Yacht Palooza is organized by the Port Townsend Pocket Yachters and full details are on their website: www.pocketyachters.comRegistration of boats is free. For details, contact organizer Marty Loken at [email protected]

JUNE 5 - 7

CLASSIC MARINERS REGATTA

Hosted by Northwest Maritime Center in cooperation with the Port Townsend Sailing Association and now in its fourth decade, the Classic Mariners Regatta is for wooden sailboats of all sizes and shapes.

$45 entry fee. Register at www.nwmaritime.orgThe entry fee includes all three races, Saturday morning skippers’ meeting with coffee, Sunday awards ceremony and slideshow, and free beer! Tickets to a delicious, informal Saturday night BBQ may be purchased for an additional $18.

OCTOBER 7, 2014

COMMUNITY FORUM ON OCEAN HEALTH Presented by Northwest Straits Commission. Free and open to the public. 6:30 PM – 8 PM www.nwstraits.org for details.

SEPTEMBER 10


Festival Headliner Showcase

SEPTEMBER 11-13


Presentations, family fun, food, beer, music and BOATS! Port Townsend’s Wooden Boat Festival is the most education-packed and inspiring wooden boat event in the world!

CALENDAR & EVENTS

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F eaturing more than 300 wooden boats, dozens of indoor and outdoor presentations and demonstrations, a who's

who of wooden boat experts and thousands of wooden boat enthusiasts, there's something to do, someone to meet, or a boat to board at every turn. Expanded a little each year, the festival honors tradition while also inviting energetic debate and demonstrations on the latest innovations in boatbuilding, equipment, and skills. The schedule of presentations, races, music, and all other events will be available online before the festival. Printed programs, packed with festival information, are available at Northwest Maritime Center several weeks before the festival weekend and at the entry. Registration for boats and vendors opens online on April 1.

Festival FAQ’s, registration information and much much more at www.woodenboat.org

Looking to stay in an RV spot? Call 360.385.3628 x104

FEST IVAL

VOLUNTEER AT THE FESTIVAL!Volunteers are the heart and soul of the festival!

Dedicated and passionate volunteers put in thousands of hours to make this annual event possible.

Join our volunteer team this year! Contact our festival volunteer coordinator at

360.385.3628 x102 or email [email protected]

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SEPTEMBER 11 - 13, 2015Port Townsend’s Wooden Boat Festival is the most

education-packed and inspiring wooden boat event in the world.


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Membership at Northwest Maritime Center provides both a great opportunity to further maritime culture and the benefit of deepening your engagement with the maritime community. When you become a member you support innovative educational programs for students of all ages, fund our popular summer camps for children, provide maintenance and upkeep for historic wooden boats as well as our teaching fleet, and help our youth sailing teams compete and grow.

In addition to the support your membership provides, you have the chance to take advantage of our many benefits: discounted program registration, tickets to our annual Wooden Boat Festival, discounts at the Wooden Boat Chandlery, recognition in our annual report, and access to our monthly email newsletter to keep you up to speed on the amazing things happening here. Membership at Northwest Maritime Center means you are supporting access to the waterfront now and into the future.

Please visit www.nwmaritime.org/membership or call 360.385.3628 x117 to join today!

VOLUNTEERVolunteers help support our mission all year long. We have hundreds of volunteers working in the boatshop, the chandlery, and at various events throughout the year, including almost 500 volunteers for the Wooden Boat Festival alone! Volunteering is a wonderful way to get to know our organization - join us!

Visit us online to learn more about volunteer roles and how to begin. www.nwmaritime.org/volunteer

NO MATTER THE SEASON, NORTHWEST MARITIME CENTER IS A BUSTLING PLACE FOR MEMBERS, VOLUNTEERS & GUESTS. HERE’S HOW YOU CAN GET INVOLVED.

BECOME A MEMBER

GET INVOLVED

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DROP-IN ACTIVITIESAll year long we offer free activities that are great stand-alone experiences, and will whet your appetite for more in-depth learning. Boat rides, tours, visits to a real training simulator, fantastic lectures from renowned authors and nautical luminaries—there’s a lot to do.

GET INVOLVED

FIRST FEDERAL COMMONSThis public outdoor space in the heart of Port Townsend’s downtown waterfront is a focal point year round for community gatherings and maritime activities, from small-boat launchings and landings to seamanship demonstrations, educational programs, music performances, and uniquely Northwest receptions! The centerpiece of Northwest Maritime Center’s public outdoor space is the Compass Rose, composed of more than 1,600 pavers engraved with the names of community members and other donors whose support made this campus possible.

LECTURES & PRESENTATIONSFrom October through April, every third Wednesday at noon, we offer a Wooden Boat Wednesday free lecture. The list of topics is extensive, from travelogues of cruising adventures to firsthand accounts of boatbuilding projects, and often features a nautical author presenting on their latest book. Seats are on a first come, first served basis, so come early.

Once a year the Weissblum Maritime Heritage Lecture Series brings in special speakers for evening presentations. Check our website for details. www.nwmaritime.org

MARK S ARAN PHO T OGRAPHY


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ADULT SAILINGHIGHLY EXPERIENCED INSTRUCTORS. A YEAR ROUND WINDY BAY AND A BEAUTIFUL WATERFRONT SURROUNDED BY THE OLYMPIC AND CASCADE MOUNTAINS. IT’S WHAT MAKES OUR LEARN-TO-SAIL PROGRAMS THE BEST IN THE REGION.

CHOOSE YOUR FUN

HOW TO REGISTERExperience sailing for the first time or take your skills to the next level.

BY [email protected]

BY PHONE360.385.3628 x104

ADULT SAIL ING

BASIC KEELBOAT “CREW” SATURDAY - SUNDAY, 9AM - 5PM

Learn parts of the boat, points of sail, sail theory, sailing upwind and downwind, steering, basic knots, safety on the water and practice crew overboard drills. This two-day class is the first step towards your US Sailing Certification. Ages 18+$315 MEMBERS | $350 GENERAL

CLASS DATES

MAY 9 & 10

JUNE 20 & 21

JULY 11 & 12 Women only session

JULY 18 & 19

AUGUST 1 & 2

AUGUST 22 & 23

INTRODUCTION TO SAILINGFRIDAY, 5:30PM - 8:30PM

Spend 3 hours on a 26’ keelboat, with an experienced US Sailing Instructor, sailing on Port Townsend Bay. This Friday night class gives you the opportunity to discover what sailing is all about.

All ages$60 MEMBERS | $70 GENERAL

CLASS DATES

JUNE 19 – AUGUST 28

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We teach US Sailing Certified Basic Keelboat Classes. Each student graduating from the Basic Keelboat “Skipper” Class will receive a US Sailing Membership, a Logbook and Certification Sticker that can be used around the country to rent or charter sailboats. US SAILING is the national governing association for sailing and accredits only the top schools in the country.

BASIC KEELBOAT “SKIPPER” SATURDAY - SUNDAY, 9AM - 5PM

Learn advanced sail trim, tacking, gybing, rules of the road, basic navigation, knots, reefing, heavy weather sailing tactics, line handling, outboard engine basics, docking. Receive your Basic Keelboat Certification in a weekend!

Prerequisite - Basic Keelboat “Crew” $380 MEMBERS | $425 GENERAL

CLASS DATES

MAY 30 & 31

JUNE 27 & 28

JULY 25 & 26

AUGUST 15 & 16

COMBINE “CREW” & “SKIPPER” COURSES IN ONE WEEK FOR A BASIC KEELBOAT FULL COURSEMONDAY – FRIDAY, 9AM - 4PM

Receive your Basic Keelboat US Sailing Certification in one week! Learn parts of the boat, points of sail, tacking, gybing, sailing upwind and downwind, knots, navigation, reefing, safety on the water and practice crew overboard drills. The most recommended way to Learn to Sail! Ages 18+ $675 MEMBERS | $750 GENERAL

CLASS DATES

JUNE 15 - 19 Women only session

JUNE 22 - 26

JULY 13 - 17

JULY 20 - 24 Women only session

AUGUST 10 - 14 Women only session

AUGUST 17 - 21

CUSTOM SAILING CLASSES & CHARTERSPerfect for students who want to learn to sail but don’t require a US Sailing Certification. Learn from our highly experienced instructors who will customize your lesson depending on what you personally would like to learn. Or head out on the water and let our captain take you for a ride on beautiful Port Townsend Bay. No age restrictions—bring your entire family!

$60/HR FOR UP TO 2 PEOPLE | $10/HR EACH ADDITIONAL PERSON

ADULT SAIL ING


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MASTERS, MATES, PILOTS & ENGINEERS: CRAWFORD NAUTICAL SCHOOL HAS YOU COVERED

PILOTHOUSE SIMULATORNorthwest Maritime Center is home to a state-of-the-art TRANSAS maritime simulator. Much like a flight simulator, this is a tool designed for training professional mariners for their roles as officers in charge of a watch and for radar use, navigation and ship handling. Our simulator utilizes the same training software used by all maritime colleges in the US, and is the only one that trains both professional and recreational mariners. If you are serious about learning, this is a rare opportunity not to be missed.

For over 90 years Crawford Nautical School has been training mariners from all areas of sea-going life - deep sea, coastal and inland waters.

HOW TO REGISTERAll classes listed on page 13 are booked by Crawford Nautical School.

ONLINEwww.crawfordnautical.com

BY PHONE206.667.9377

PROFESSIONAL MARINERS

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ELECTRONIC CHART AND DISPLAY INFORMATION SYSTEMS (ECDIS)This USCG-approved course meets the training requirements for an STCW endorsement in both the operational and management level use of ECDIS. Mariners serving aboard vessels 500 tons or more to which STCW applies and fitted with an ECDIS must obtain this endorsement prior to December 31, 2016 to renew their USCG credentials.

2014 CLASSES

SEP 15 - 19

OCT 20 - 24

NOV 3 - 7

DEC 8 - 12

AUTOMATIC RADAR PLOTTING AIDS (ARPA)This USCG approved course satisfies the USCG training requirements for STCW Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch (OICNW) for both operational and management levels. This course satisfies the competencies of Table A II/1 of the STCW code and the "use of radar and ARPA to maintain safety of navigation".

2015 CLASSES

FEB 2 - 6

MAR 9 - 13

APR 13 -17

MAY 18 - 22

JUN 29 - JULY 3

SEP 21 - 25

OCT 19 - 23

NOV 16 - 20

RADAR OBSERVER UNLIMITEDThis USCG approved course meets the training requirements for Radar Observer (Unlimited). This course covers the theory of radar wave propagation, the basic use of radar and radar plotting for collision avoidance and navigation.

2015 CLASSES

JAN 26 - 30

MAR 2 - 6

MAY 11 - 15

SEP 14 - 18

DEC 14 - 18

2015 CLASSES

JAN 12 - 16

FEB 23 - 27

MAR 30 - APR 3

MAY 4 - 8

JUN 8 - 12

AUG 31 - SEP 4

OCT 5 - 9

NOV 2 - 6


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GET YOUR CAPTAIN’S LICENSE WITH UNITED STATES MARITIME ACADEMYUnites States Maritime Academy has been training captains since 1987. The licensing classes are spread out over 8 weeks, meeting evenings to allow for work schedules. USMA prides itself with its unique style and educational approach. Captain Sanders will guide you through the entire licensing process, including the gathering and documenting of sea time and Coast Guard application evaluation procedures.

$1325 (INCLUDES TEXTS, MATERIALS, TRAINING CERTIFICATES AND CG PAPERWORK PREP) DISCOUNT COUPONS ARE AVAILABLE ONE MONTH PRIOR TO START AT NORTHWEST MARITIME CENTER.

CLASS DATES

JANUARY 12 - MARCH 6

MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS & THURSDAYS

6PM - 9:30PM

CAPTAIN’S LICENSE RENEWALThis one-day approved class allows you to renew your license (OUPV & Master to 100 Ton) without submitting sea time requirements to USCG!

$250

CLASS DATE

MARCH 7

SATURDAY, 9AM - 5:30PM

HOW TO REGISTERContact Capt. Jeff Sanders

ONLINEwww.usmaritime.us


BY PHONE360.385.4852

The first evening (Jan 12) is an information evening open to all and free of charge. Capt. Sanders will discuss all aspects of the licensing process, documenting sea time and the USMA class. A Q&A session will follow and registering for class will be possible at that time for those who have not already registered.


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NORTHWEST MARITIME CENTER OFFERS A SPRING SERIES OF FULL AND HALF DAY, HANDS-ON CLASSES OFFERED BY TOPNOTCH INSTRUCTORS. CLASSES ARE SMALL AND PROVIDE ONE-ON-ONE, IN-DEPTH INSTRUCTION TO HELP BOATERS OF ALL ABILITIES TAKE THEIR BOATING SKILLS TO THE NEXT LEVEL.

HOW TO REGISTERBoating Skills Intensives are offered by Northwest Maritime Center. For more information, visit us online or give us a call.

ONLINEwww.nwmaritime.org/bsi

BY PHONE360.385.3628 x104

DATES

MARCH 21

DREAMING OF A GETAWAY - CRUISING SKILLSAPRIL 18

GETTING UNDERWAY - SYSTEMS, TECHNOLOGY & MAINTENANCEMAY 23

GET ON THE WATER - ANCHORING, DOCKING & ON-THE-WATER SAFETYSEPTEMBER 10

FESTIVAL HEADLINER SHOWCASE

THREE TO FOUR CLASSES ARE OFFERED AT EACH BOATING SKILLS INTENSIVES SESSION. CLASS TOPICS INCLUDE:

Insider’s Guide to Cruising the Salish Sea - Tides, Currents and Trip Planning

Hands-on Sail Trim – Up and Downwind and Hands-on Reefing and Setting a Pole

First Aid & Fire Safety While at Sea

Make Your Own Boat Cushions

Radar Navigation and Collision Avoidance

VHF, DSC, AIS, and Radio Communications

Wind for Mariners

Anchoring and Docking

Anchoring for Women

Docking for Women


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RADAR NAVIGATION 1 Learn to interpret the images your radar is displaying. An introduction to true and relative motion, range, bearing and what that means to you and your vessel. Hands-on radar exercises in our simulator classroom.$65 MEMBERS | $75 GENERAL

2014 CLASS DATES

OCTOBER 8 & OCTOBER 29, 5:30PM - 8PM

NAVIGATION & SEAMANSHIPCOME TO AN EVENING OR WEEKEND CLASS AND LEARN RADAR, NIGHT NAVIGATION, RULES OF THE ROAD AND MORE, USING OUR STATE-OF-THE-ART PILOTHOUSE SIMULATOR.

HOW TO REGISTERFor recreational boaters or aspiring pros, these classes cover a range of topics.


BY PHONE360.385.3628 x104

2015 CLASS DATES

JAN 10, 1:30PM - 4PM

FEB 17, 5:30PM – 8PM

APRIL 9, 5:30PM – 8PM

APRIL 11, 1:30PM - 4PM

NOV 11, 5:30PM - 8PM

2015 CLASS DATES

JAN 10, 10AM - 12:30PM

FEB 10, 5:30PM – 8PM


APRIL 11, 10AM – 12:30PM

OCT 7, 5:30PM – 8PM

OCT 28, 5:30PM - 8PM

2014 CLASS DATES

OCT 15, 5:30PM - 8PM

2015 CLASS DATES

FEB 24, 5:30PM - 8PM


OCT 14, 5:30PM - 8PM

RADAR NAVIGATION 2 Build on your basic radar skills with simulated collision avoidance exercises. Use vectors, bearing lines and range rings to navigate safely. Hands-on radar exercises in our simulator classroom.

$65 MEMBERS | $75 GENERAL

2014 CLASS DATES

NOVEMBER 12, 5:30PM - 8PM

NIGHT NAVIGATION Learn to recognize other vessels, aids to navigation, harbor entrances and hazards at night. The class features video from our state-of-the-art Pilot House Simulator, which accurately demonstrates the lights of Puget Sound and the vessels you might encounter.


NAVIGATION & SEAMANSHIP

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NAVIGATION & PILOTINGThis program focuses on chart reading, navigational aids, navigation tools, compass use, latitude and longitude, dead-reckoning, triangulation, tides and currents, and trip planning. Includes paper chart navigation, tides and currents, and rules of the road.


2015 CLASS DATES

MARCH 10, 11, 17 & 18

MAY 5, 6, 12 & 14

TUESDAYS & WEDNESDAYS

5:30PM - 8PM

PAPER CHART NAVIGATIONThis one-day, 6+ hour class focuses on chart reading, aids to navigation, compass use, latitude and longitude, plotting fixes, and dead reckoning.


MARINE WEATHER CLASS Gain a fundamental understanding of weather, its interaction with the sea, as well as squalls, fronts, storms, atmospheric pressure, global wind patterns and how they influence the planning and execution of your sail, locally and globally. ASA’s Weather Endorsement teaches the practical application of both atmospheric science and oceanography in relation to sailing. Anyone who ventures onto the water will find merit in this class.

Registration fee includes the textbook and workbook


2014 CLASS DATES

OCT 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28 & 30

2015 CLASS DATES

MAR 31, APRIL 2, 7, 9, 14, 16

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS

6:30PM – 8PM

RULES OF THE ROAD Learn the rules that will help you operate your vessel safely. Who has the right of way? What should you do and when should you do it to avoid collisions? What tools do you have to help you stay safe on the water? Is there really a Law of Gross Tonnage? The class features scenarios from our state-of-the-art Pilot House Simulator.



2015 CLASS DATES

APRIL 4

SATURDAY

9:30AM – 4:30PM

2015 CLASS DATES

APRIL 16

THURSDAY

5:30PM – 8PM


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BASIC WATCHSTANDING FOR FISHING VESSEL CREWSA new class that brings fishing crews up to speed on standing a safe wheel watch. Instruction will include radar, navigation and radio use, all specifically designed for the operational realities of fishing vessels.

$60

CLASS DATESFEBRUARY 25. WEDNESDAY, 9AM TO 5PM

COAST GUARD APPROVED FIRST AID AT SEA COURSEThis two-day Coast Guard Approved course covers CPR, safety, hypothermia, patient assessment, shock, trauma, burns, fractures, backboarding, immobilization, choking, severed limbs, first aid kits and more.

$80 GENERAL PUBLIC / $40 FOR COMMERCIAL FISHERMEN

CLASS DATES

FEBRUARY 26. THURSDAY, 9AM - 5PM

JUNE 3. WEDNESDAY, 9AM - 5PM

HOW TO REGISTERContact Sarah Fisken at Washington Sea Grant

ONLINEwww.wsg.washington.edu

BY EMAIL [email protected]

BY PHONE360.379.5610 x204

Washington Sea Grant, established in 1968 is part of a National Network of 30 Sea Grant Colleges administered by the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).Washington Sea Grant has a satellite office in Port Townsend that provides technical assistance to commercial fishermen and recreational boaters in areas such as safety training, marine refrigeration, marine electrical and more.


DIESEL ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCEOFFERED BY WASHINGTON SEA GRANT & WSU JEFFERSON COUNTY EXTENSION

Spend a weekend learning the proper maintenance techniques that will help you prevent the most common problems with your diesel engine. Learn how to troubleshoot problems in the fuel, lubrication, electrical, cooling, exhaust and drive systems of diesel engines.

$150

CLASS DATES

MAY 16 & 17. SATURDAY & SUNDAY, 9AM TO 5PM

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LEARN TO ROW WITH THE RAT ISLAND ROWING & SCULLING CLUBThe experience of becoming part of a synchronized engine with seven other rowers is unlike any other. No matter what your age or level of fitness you can discover the joy of boats and working out on the water. Courses meet evenings and weekends and instruction includes basic boat handling, safety, the mechanics of rowing and technique.

$150 INCLUDES 8 SESSIONS (20 HOURS) OF INSTRUCTION AND ONE FREE MONTH OF ROWING AFTER COURSE COMPLETION.

DATES

MAY 12, 14, 16, 17, 19, 21, 23 & 24

JUNE 6, 7, 9, 11, 13, 14, 16 & 18

JULY 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19, 21 & 23

TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS, 5:30PM - 7:30PM

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, 8:30AM - 11:30AM

TO LEARN MOREContact Erica Delma for more information

ONLINEwww.ratislandrowing.com


BY PHONE

360.471.6778

LEARN TO ROW


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In the boatshop, education and access are the focus. Perhaps you need a dry and well equipped shop to do your off-season maintenance or a major rebuild. Boat owners and professional shipwrights can take advantage of shop programs that allow them to use high quality tools and shop space.

THE WOODEN BOAT FOUNDATION BOATSHOP

INTRODUCTION TO BOATBUILDINGFrom shop tool and hand tool use and maintenance, to different methods of construction (traditional and contemporary), this course provides an introduction to joinery, fasteners (types, selection and use), selecting the appropriate wood and milling rough lumber, plywood, finishes, glues, epoxies and more. An excellent primer for home hobbyists, wooden boat owners and those planning a vocational education. Also a great prelude to one of our week long “build your own boat” classes.

No experience necessary. Students need to be comfortable being on their feet all day. Personal vision, hearing and lung protection (dust mask is fine), comfortable thick soled closed toe shoes are required.$175 MEMBERS | $200 GENERAL

INTRODUCTION TO SHOP TOOLSSATURDAY, 9AM - 5PM

This class covers the uses, operation and safety concerns of the most common boatshop tools. It’s your chance to learn how to safely use a tablesaw, joiner, thickness planer, bandsaw, router, miter saw and drill press. Also covered will be the basic steps in milling rough lumber and handling plywood.

$50 MEMBERS | $75 GENERAL, INCLUDES ONE ADDITIONAL DAY OF BOATSHOP DAY USE PROGRAM

2015 CLASS DATES

JULY 11

AUGUST 1

OCTOBER 10

DECEMBER 5

HOW TO REGISTERFor recreational boaters or aspiring pros, these classes cover a range of topics.


BY PHONE360.385.3628 x104


2015 CLASS DATES

SEP 25 - 27

FRIDAY - SUNDAY

9AM - 5PM

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VOLUNTEER IN THE BOATSHOP

Volunteer in the boatshop! Spend some time lending a helping hand and learning new skills! Whether you have interest in building Townsend Blocks, chipping in on the off-season maintenance of our fleet boats or assisting in kids programs, there are many opportunities to learn and get involved in the shop. Contact Boatshop Manger Scott Jones to learn more about volunteer opportunities in the boatshop.

COMMUNITY BOATSHOPNorthwest Maritime Center and the Wooden Boat Foundation Boatshop is proud to promote the craft of boatbuilding by providing affordable shop access to both aspiring and seasoned boat owners and boatbuilders in the local community.

DAY USE PROGRAMSuccessful completion of the Introduction to Shop Tools class will allow students access to rent the tools in the boatshop. An excellent way to get projects completed without having to go out and purchase large and expensive tools. Both professional woodworkers and hobby enthusiasts can benefit from this program.

The Day Use Program is intended for tool use onsite only; tools may not be borrowed or removed from the shop. DAY USE FEE IS $25/DAY AND MUST BE SCHEDULED AT LEAST ONE DAY IN ADVANCE.

BOATSHOP SPACENeed to rebuild that broken spar or replace a few soft planks in your spitsgatter but don’t have enough space in your living room? We can help! We provide comfortable shop and bench space, as well as use of stationary tools, for a wide variety of individual projects on a case-by-case basis. This is the perfect opportunity to get your hands dirty, take advantage of use of tools you don’t own, finish (or start) that project, and soak up the knowledge and charm of the boatshop’s salty shipwrights.

TO LEARN MOREContact Boatshop Manager Scott Jones


BY PHONE360.385.3628 x123



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BUILD YOUR OWN BOATBUILD AN ANNAPOLIS WHERRY

The Annapolis Wherry is modeled after the graceful 19th century livery boats used on the River Thames, and combines breathtaking grace with thoroughbred performance under oars. Solid stability, sea-kindly lines, a buoyant bow and ample flare make it a natural choice for rowing in choppy conditions. In this class, pre-cut hull planks are scarfed together, connected to the frames and each other with copper wire stitches, then fixed in place with epoxy fillets. Next come thwarts, knees, wales, and air tanks. At the end of an absorbing week, students will have learned about stitch-and-glue basics, including epoxy work, fiberglassing, and laminating.

TUITION: $800 / ADDITIONAL STUDENT: $400

MATERIALS: $1429

BUILD A NOR’EASTER DORY

Graceful round-sided lapstrake dories like this seventeen-footer were once the primary recreational craft on the New England coast. Small enough to be rowed by one person, but big enough for tandem rowing with two adults, the Nor’easter tracks well, has a long glide, and stays dry in waves. Under the guidance of an experienced instructor, each student will assemble a faithful reproduction in just a week, using plywood and epoxy from a Chesapeake Light Craft kit. Stitch-and-glue techniques are used to create lapstrake hulls of traditional appearance. Enjoy fast rowing with one oarsman or two, or even add a sliding seat unit. By the end of the week these light and strong hulls will be ready for sanding and finishing at home.


MATERIALS: $1582.50 / OPTIONAL SAILING COMPONENT KIT ADDITIONAL

BUILD YOUR OWN BOAT

BUILD THE BOAT OF YOUR DREAMS ALONGSIDE EXPERT INSTRUCTORS

2015 CLASS DATES

AUG 31 - SEP 5

MONDAY - SATURDAY

9AM - 5PM

HOW TO REGISTERContact Cheseapeake Light Craft for expert advice on choosing your craft. You’ll complete kit assembly in a week.

ONLINEwww.clcboats.com

2015 CLASS DATES

SEP 28 - OCT 3

MONDAY - SATURDAY

9AM - 5PM



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BUILD A PASSAGEMAKER OR EASTPORT PRAM

The Eastport Pram is one of the most popular small dinghies in the world, easy and satisfying to row and sail. With the help of the instructor, each student will assemble his or her own dinghy from a Chesapeake Light Craft kit. The hull utilizes CLC's patented LapStitch construction method in which stitch-and-glue techniques are used to create lapstrake hulls of traditional appearance. Planks are glued to length using scarf joints, then are wired together to create the hull shape. By noon on Saturday you’ll have an assembled hull, ready for sanding, and a sailing rig.


MATERIALS: EASTPORT PRAM ROWING KIT: $999

EASTPORT NESTING PRAM ROWING KIT: $1079

PMD STANDARD ROWING KIT: $1325

PMD TAKE-APART ROWING KIT: $1374

OPTIONAL SAILING COMPONENT KIT ADDITIONAL

BUILD A ROWCRUISER Students build their own 19’ Colin Angus-designed camp-cruising rowboats. Overnight accommodations under the foredeck allow owners to sleep aboard when they don’t want to tent-camp on what might be a rocky shore. RowCruisers have sliding-seat rowing units and attractive wooden outriggers that are made by owners. Construction is stitch-and-glue - from kits with all marine plywood parts pre-cut - and employs 6mm mahogany marine plywood for hull panels and 4mm marine plywood for decks.

Offered by Northwest Maritime Center, Small Craft Advisor Magazine, Angus Rowboats, and the Port Townsend Pocket Yachters. Dates TBD. For adults with basic woodworking experience.

2014 DATES

OCT 27 - NOV 1

MONDAY - SATURDAY

9AM - 5PM

2015 DATES

NOVEMBER 9 - 14

MONDAY - SATURDAY

9AM - 5PM



BUILD YOUR OWN BOAT

TO LEARN MOREContact instructor Marty Loken or Josh Colvin of Small Craft Advisor

BY EMAILMarty Loken [email protected]

Josh Colvin [email protected]

ONLINEwww.rowcruiser.com


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BUILD A WOODEN KAYAKBuild a beautiful Pygmy wooden kayak! Under the guidance of professional boatbuilders, learn the stitch-and-glue construction process to assemble a kayak and gain the skills to complete the finish work at home. By the end of this class you will take your new kayak home, where the final construction steps and varnish application will be completed.

This is a great opportunity for a couple or a parent/child combo to build a kayak together. Some basic tools are required. TUITION: $800 / ADDITIONAL STUDENT $200 MATERIALS: VARIES DEPENDING ON MODEL

SKIN-ON-FRAME KAYAK BUILDINGBuild a complete kayak and a paddle with skin-on-frame expert Brian Schulz. Assemble the frame, learn to make fast mortise and tenon joints in red cedar, steam bend white oak ribs, then tie the entire thing together with artificial sinew. Spend a day sewing a ballistic nylon ‘skin’ over the frame. Finally, coat the exterior with a tough two-part polyurethane and build a paddle. A fun and rewarding process that ends with a beautiful boat!

No prior woodworking skills required. TUITION: $1400. INCLUDES ALL MATERIALS

CLASS DATES

MARCH 1 - 7

SUNDAY - SATURDAY, 8AM - 5PM

BUILD YOUR OWN KAYAK

Cape Falcon Kayaks

BUILD YOUR OWN KAYAK

HOW TO REGISTERContact Pygmy Boats

ONLINEwww.pygmyboats.com

BY PHONE360.385.6143

GET THE KAYAK YOU’VE ALWAYS WANTED BY BUILDING IT WITH YOUR OWN HANDS!

HOW TO REGISTERContact Brian Schulz of Cape Falcon Kayaks

ONLINEwww.capefalconkayaks.com


BY PHONE

503.368.2787

2014 CLASSES

OCT 6 - 12

NOV 17 - 23

2015 CLASSES

JULY 13 - 19 | AUG 10 - 16

OCT 12 - 18 | DEC 14 - 20

MONDAY - SUNDAY, 9AM - 5PM

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BOATSHOP PARTNERS

NORTHWEST SCHOOL OF WOODEN BOATBUILDINGThe Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding is located in Port Hadlock, Washington about 10 miles south of Northwest Maritime Center. In 2015 the School will hold one of its accredited vocational programs in the Wooden Boat Foundation boatshop: Contemporary Wood Composites Boatbuilding.

Visitors can view the class in progress January - June 2015. The Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding is accredited by the ACCSC and is approved for Federal Student Aid and Veteran’s Educational Benefits.

YMCA YOUTH WOODWORKINGIn the YMCA Youth Woodworking classes offered at Northwest Maritime Center, youth have the opportunity to learn basic woodworking skills. Participants imagine, design and build a wooden structure, all the while learning proper hand tool safety and general woodworking skills. As the participants' skills improve, the work becomes more challenging, providing engagement and enrichment throughout the class. Previous participants have built chick feeders, birdhouses, dog houses, shelves, chests, and more.

TO LEARN MOREClasses are offered throughout the year.

ONLINEwww.jeffymca.org

BY PHONE

360.385.5811

TO LEARN MOREInterested in enrolling in the program? Contact us!

ONLINEwww.nwboatschool.org


BY PHONE

360.385.4948


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TO LEARN MOREContact Northwest Outward Bound School

ONLINEwww.nwobs.org

BY PHONE

828.239.2359

TO LEARN MOREContact us for more information or to schedule an event for your group

[email protected]

BY PHONE

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NORTHWEST SAILING EXPEDITION

In the late 1700s the first navigational charts of the Pacific Northwest were created by explorers rowing and sailing longboats through wild and tidal seas in search of the Northwest Passage. Today those same boats are used for voyages of personal discovery and instructing on leadership and technical skills that are applicable both on and off the water.

Northwest Maritime Center is proud to partner with Northwest Outward Bound School for another year of Outward Bound Longboat Seamanship courses in the San Juan and Canadian Gulf Islands. With the quality of instruction that Outward Bound is known for, students voyage into one of the most scenic archipelagos in the world and along the way learn sailing, rowing, navigation, anchoring, natural history and leadership skills. In addition to technical skills, Northwest Outward Bound instructors teach and facilitate the interpersonal skills that allow the group to function effectively as a team. Successful completion of this course demands mastery of skills, trust, fitness, confidence, tenacity, leadership, initiative and compassion. An incredible way to get out and learn on the water!

TUITION: $2795. FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE. COURSES ARE 10 - 14 DAYS. AGES 16 - 18.

LONGBOAT ADVENTURES

SPIRIT OF CREW - ADULT TEAM BUILDINGNorthwest Maritime Center offers unique team building programs for businesses or other adult groups! Utilizing our historic longboats as a platform, these programs offer an unforgettable opportunity to foster trust, team work, communication and connection among co-workers. Participants are given challenges aboard the longboat and on shore that allow every member of the team to realize their importance in the group’s success. These challenges stimulate creative problem solving and allow participants opportunities to try different roles. Half to full day programs are available. Our Pilothouse Simulator is also available to incorporate into team building programs.

ADVENTURE LIES OVER THE HORIZON, AND THESE EXPEDITIONS ARE YOUR WAY TO GET THERE.

LONGBOAT ADVENTURES

A new race that pits engineless seamanship against the perils of the Inside Passage. The rules are simple: Get a boat without an engine. Start in Port

Townsend. Finish in Ketchikan.

If you’re first across the line we’ll give you $ 10 ,000 .

Race to Alaska is a self-supported race in two stages. The first stage is a 24-hour race from Port Townsend to Victoria. Some racers will do only the first stage to test their mettle. Racers who make it to Vicotoria without

assistance qualify for stage 2; Victoria to Ketchikan.

No real rules, No real course. No support. Just you and a boat and 750 miles of rowing, sailing, paddling, cold water, bad weather, and the most

beautiful stretch of coastline imaginable.

Race to win, or race simply to do something incredible. Either way this is going to be one hell of a ride.

More information at racetoalaska.com

Jo i n us for the start i ng gun : June 4 20 15

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A new race that pits engineless seamanship against the perils of the Inside Passage. The rules are simple: Get a boat without an engine. Start in Port

Townsend. Finish in Ketchikan.

If you’re first across the line we’ll give you $ 10 ,000 .

Race to Alaska is a self-supported race in two stages. The first stage is a 24-hour race from Port Townsend to Victoria. Some racers will do only the first stage to test their mettle. Racers who make it to Victoria without

assistance qualify for stage 2; Victoria to Ketchikan.

No real rules, No real course. No support. Just you and a boat and 750 miles of rowing, sailing, paddling, cold water, bad weather, and the most

beautiful stretch of coastline imaginable.

Race to win, or race simply to do something incredible. Either way this is going to be one hell of a ride.

More information at racetoalaska.com

Jo i n us for the start i ng gun : June 4 20 15

R A C E T O A L A S K A

SUMMERCAMPS

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M E S S I N G A B O U T I N B O AT SDATES 9AM - 12PM 1PM - 4PM

JUNE 22 - 26 LI’L SCUPPERS L’IL SCUPPERS

JUNE 29 - JULY 3 JUNIOR MARINERS

JULY 6 -10 JUNIOR PIRATES

JULY 13 -17 LI’L SCUPPERS L’IL SCUPPERS

JULY 20 - 24 JUNIOR SHIPWRIGHTS

JULY 27 -31 JUNIOR DISCOVERERS

AUGUST 3 -7 JUNIOR MARINERS

AUGUST 10 -14 L’IL SCUPPERS L’IL SCUPPERS

AUGUST 17 -21 JUNIOR PIRATES

AUGUST 17 A-21L E A R N T O S A I LDATES 9AM - 12PM 1PM - 4PM

JUNE 22 - 26 BEGINNING SAILING BEGINNING SAILING TEENS ONLY CLASS

JUNE 29 - JULY 3 BEGINNING SAILING BEGINNING SAILING

JULY 6 -10 BEGINNING SAILING INTERMEDIATE SAILING


JULY 20 - 24 BEGINNING SAILING GIRLS ONLY CLASS ADVANCED SAILING


AUGUST 3 -7 BEGINNING SAILING ADVANCED SAILING

AUGUST 10 -14 BEGINNING SAILING INTERMEDIATE SAILING

AUGUST 17 -21 ADVANCED SAILING INTENSIVES

At Northwest Maritime Center kids experience maritime life in many ways. Young sailors experience sea-life sailing in boats, beach combing, discovering marine life, learning how boats are built, and having lots of fun along the way.

H O W TO R E G I S T E RONLINE BY EMAIL BY PHONE

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MESSING ABOUT IN BOATS

BEGINNING SAILING

Start from scratch – learn the parts of the boat, points of sail, tacking and gibing. Get on the water the very first day in our fleet of Optimists. AGES 8 -16


INTERMEDIATE SAILING

Put the wind in your sails and go where you want. Trim your jib and steer your boat fast, master knots, and learn the rules of the road on our Vanguard 14s. AGES 8 - 16

Prerequisite: Beginner Class.$165 MEMBERS | $180 GENERAL

ADVANCED SAILING

Spend your day mastering the helm. Sail in demanding conditions, learn to roll tack, and get the best performance out of your boat. AGES 10 - 18

Prerequisite: Intermediate Class.$165 MEMBERS | $180 GENERAL

ADVANCED SAILING INTENSIVE

Spend ALL DAY at the helm of your own boat on journeys as well as around the race course. The best way to build strong sailing skills that last. AGES 10 - 18

Prerequisite: Advanced Class$265 MEMBERS | $295 GENERAL.

MARINE SCIENCE UNDER SAILAUGUST 8, 9AM - 7PM (+ Additional dates TBA)

Explore the marine science of Port Townsend Bay under sail on this day-long adventure. Use hands-on science equipment aboard a 26’ sailboat and investigate intertidal marine life ashore. Join the ranks of scientific explorers to navigate, sail, explore, and experiment. Check out this fun and exciting program in collaboration with the Port Townsend Marine Science Center. AGES 11 -15


LI’L SCUPPERS

The perfect entry-level program for building self-confidence and basic boating skills in a fun maritime environment. Students drive powerboats, scavenge the beaches for treasure, row, build toy boats and sail on big boats. AGES 5 - 7


JUNIOR MARINERS

Take to the sea learning the crafts and songs of a savvy sailor bound for imaginary destinations around the globe! Students explore local boat shops, search for messages in a bottle, sail large sailboats, row and drive wooden power boats. AGES 7 - 10

$250 MEMBERS | $280 GENERAL.

JUNIOR DISCOVERERS

Explore the rich marine and tidal life in Port Townsend Bay! Discover our world through beach walks, boat trips, and a visit to the Port Townsend Marine Science Center. AGES 7 - 10


JUNIOR SHIPWRIGHTS

Build a 10’ boat and launch it! Learn why boats float through exciting games, build and race small toy boats, and learn from our own shipwrights in the boatshop. AGES 7 - 10


JUNIOR PIRATES

Get underway with a scurvy crew! Discover the real history of pirates through stories, treasure hunts and captaining your own vessel. It’s a HARRRRRRD life on the sea but we manage to have boatloads of fun. A summer highlight! AGES 7 - 10


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SCHOOL & GROUP PROGRAMS Northwest Maritime Center offers a variety of program options that provide opportunities for maritime-themed, hands-on learning. Our programs take advantage of Port Townsend and the Salish Sea’s rich cultural and natural history as a way to engage students in learning. Students can learn to row, sail, navigate and work as a team aboard several different vessels. We also offer land-based seamanship and mariner’s skills programs utilizing our waterfront campus, including our pilothouse simulator and boatshop. Students can learn boatbuilding skills and build a boat as a team in one week.

Our fleet of boats includes longboats, Thunderbird sailboats and a hundred-year-old converted lifeboat. Our longboats are replicas of Captain Vancouver’s ships’ longboats that are incredible learning and teambuilding platforms. They include 8 rowing stations and 3 sails. These boats can be used on overnight voyages of up to two weeks in length as well as half or full day programs.

Options include day and multi-day programs with overnight stays in Port Townsend and overnight voyages aboard our historic longboats. We are also able to design custom programs that meet your school or group’s needs.

JOINT SCHOOL PROGRAMMING WITH PORT TOWNSEND MARINE SCIENCE CENTER AND SOUND EXPERIENCEImagine your students taking the helm of a 100-year-old tall ship, assembling the skeleton of a gray whale and rowing and sailing aboard a historic longboat. Northwest Maritime Center’s partnerships with Sound Experience (Schooner Adventuress) and Port Townsend Marine Science Center provide opportunities to fully engage students with our rich regional resources in a captivating and rigorous learning environment.

Sound Experience sails the historic 101’ Schooner Adventuress to educate, inspire, and empower an inclusive community to make a difference for the future of our marine environment. www.soundexp.org

Port Townsend Marine Science Center, located at Fort Worden State Park, offers unique hands-on experiences in the marine sciences. The facility features a Marine Exhibit with local, live animals in aquariums and touch tanks as well as a Natural History Exhibit highlighting scientific investigation and conservation. www.ptmsc.org

SCHOOL & GROUP PROGRAMS


CELEBRATIONS &CONFERENCESHOS T YOUR EVENT AT N ORTHWES T MAR I T IME CENTER

Northwest Maritime Center is a LEED Gold certified venue featuring inviting meeting and event spaces that can be configured to accommodate a wide range of groups, from small meetings to large celebrations.

Spectacular mountain and saltwater views

High ceilings and wood floors

Expansive decks and outdoor commons

Catering kitchen, wireless high-speed Internet access and extensive A/V equipment included

CONTACT US

Please contact us for rates and availability:

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Our facilities are ADA welcoming and accessible.

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Nautical Gifts and Toys - Apparel & Outerwear

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Documents

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