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ANACORTES BOAT AND YACHT SHOW FEATURING TRAWLERFEST BOAT SHOW MAY 18-20, SEMINARS MAY 16-20

This year's Anacortes Boat and Yacht Show featuring Trawlerfest is a boating celebration produced in collaboration between the Northwest Marine Trade Association, Anacortes Chamber of Commerce, and Trawlerfest. Current and future boaters are invited to check out in-water and shoreside displays with hundreds of boats at beautiful Cap Sante Marina and neighboring boatyards.

Additionally, the show welcomes the return of Trawlerfest’s 25+ boating classes taking place May 16 - 20 at nearby walkable locations.

Stop in between 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. (Thursday, May 18 - Saturday, May 20) to stroll the docks of Cap Sante Marina at the Port of Anacortes. Enjoy exploring and learning about boats and yachts of all types and sizes.

» www.anacortesboatandyachtshow.com

D'ARCY ISLAND MARINE PARK GETS TWO NEW MOORING BUOYS

D’Arcy Island Marine Park is a tiny 83-hectare park that was once used as a leper colony, and now invites visitors ashore to explore its interesting but sad past. The new mooring buoys will enhance access as anchoring is difficult due to rocks and kelp, with tidal currents and winds complicating matters. Day visitors may tie up free of charge while visiting. For overnight use, the cost is $14 per night from May 15 to Sept 30 and the maximum number of days per calendar year is 14.

The park offers seven wilderness/ walk-in campsites, picnic tables and a pit toilet. All services are available in nearby Sidney. Little D’Arcy Island to the east is private property, please respect it.

The BC Marine Parks Forever Society (MPFS) funded the project, which has been fulfilled by Parks Canada. MPFS has existed for 30 years and has contributed to the acquisition of desirable anchorages that have expanded the wonderful system of marine parks in BC that many boaters enjoy today. Additionally, MPFS has enhanced environmental protection and improved safety.

» www.bcmpfs.ca

BELLINGHAM YC OPENING DAY, MAY 6

Bellingham Yacht Club launches into the 2023 boating season on May 6 with an afternoon “Anchors Away” themed boat parade for all, which is preceded by a morning reception for members and dignitaries.

“We are all about social gatherings,” explained Commodore Cathy Herbold. “Whether at the Club during winter or on the water cruising or racing, we have fun and make new friends year-round. Since 1925 when the Club started with 50 members and 10 boats, friendships and social events have been who we are.”

“We have a full calendar of boating for 2023, and Opening Day marks the official season kick off,” explained Fleet Captain David Marod. “Check out the Club calendar for races and regattas as well as weekend and week(s) long cruises to Canada and Puget Sound. We have activities for boaters of every age, level, and interest,” Marod added.

Bellingham Yacht Club is the oldest yacht club in Bellingham. Located on the Squalicum waterfront, the facility has a full bar and event center which can be rented by the public. BYC invites you to join the opening day celebration!

» www.byc.org

PERRY RENDEZVOUS IN PT. LUDLOW, AUG 18-20

A Northwest tradition for more than 40 years, the Perry Rendezvous is returning to Port Ludlow on August 18-20, 2023. The event is designed to celebrate Perry yachts and their owners, but anyone interested in great boats is welcome to attend. All are invited to come and meet Bob, and to tour a fleet of his beautiful creations.

Friday is an informal arrival day to meet and greet. Saturday’s schedule includes two guest speakers in the morning and a dock walk to look at the boats in the afternoon. A potluck dinner is planned for Saturday evening, which will be followed by live music and revelry. Sunday is your last chance to connect with newfound friends.

Perry boat owners are encouraged to bring their boat to the event, but arrival by car or private plane is also possible. For moorage info, please contact Port Ludlow Marina, and be sure to tell them you are part of the Rendezvous.

There is no charge for participation, but please send RSVPs to JLange1956@ gmail.com. Please include a contact email if you wish to be kept abreast of updates.

» Bobhperry@gmail.com

» JLange2010@gmail.com