Get on the Water

BOAT RIDES AT THE FESTIVAL

There are so many fun ways to get out on the water at the Festival, including several free options as well as paid charters. Free options include the Paddlewheeler Rides, Paddleboard Pool, and Longboats. Admiral Jack tours are available for $5, and there are also charter boat options!

NEW THIS YEAR! FREE PADDLEWHEELER RIDES

At the ramp at the head of the marina Take a ride on a small hand-driven paddlewheeler—these are a huge hit with kids! For ages 12 and under. Afternoons on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

PADDLEBOARD POOL

Paddleboard Pool on the Point All ages can try out a paddleboard in the paddleboard pool on the Point! This is great for those who have never been on a paddleboard before. Sign up at the pool. Fri 10 AM – 6 PM Sat 10 AM – 6 PM Sun 10 AM – Noon

ROW & SAIL A LONGBOAT

Longboat dock in the basin of the marina Journey back in time aboard replicas of Captain George Vancouver’s boats from 1792. Work together as a crew to row and sail aboard these 26’ open boats with 8 rowing stations. Ages 12 and up. Signups start at 9:00 AM each morning at the longboat dock in the NE corner of the marina. The boats go out 3 times a day for approximately 1.5 hour trips. Fri 11 AM – 4 PM Sat 9 AM – 4:30 PM Sun 11 AM – 4:30 PM ADMIRAL JACK BOAT TOURS

Located at the Northwest Maritime Center Dock Come take a ride on the newest addition to Northwest Maritime Center’s fleet, the Admiral Jack—a comfortable catamaran that operates as a tour boat in the summer and state-of-the-art floating classroom during the school year. 1-hour rides are $5 per person, and kids under 5 are free. Get your tickets at the NWMC dock.

Fri 1 - 2 PM and 2:30 - 3:30 PM Sat 1 - 2 PM and 2:30 - 3:30 PM Sun 9 - 10 AM, 1 - 2 PM

SOUND EXPERIENCE – ADVENTURESS

Step aboard the 106-year-old, fully restored schooner Adventuress for a hands-on sail on Port Townsend Bay. Experience the joy of sailing this beautiful B.B. Crowninshield-designed, Rice Brothers-built schooner operated by Sound Experience. Space is limited. For advance purchase of Adventuress tickets visit www.soundexp.org or call 360-379-0438 x 1. During the festival, please visit the Sound Experience booth on the First Fed Commons.

Saturday, September 10th Dock tour (Free): 10 AM – Noon Schooner Race: 2 PM – 6 PM Prices: Adult $65, Youth $30

Sunday, September 11th Dock tour (Free): 10 AM – Noon Parade of Sail: 1 PM – 4 PM Prices: Adults $45, Youth $25

LEFT COAST CHARTERS – KATIE M

Katie M is a traditional gaff-rigged catboat built at the Northwest School of Wooden Boatbuilding in 2009. This Crosby Design is eco-friendly with electric auxiliary propulsion. Passengers are welcome to take the helm, help to raise sails, or sit back and enjoy the ride. Family-friendly sail, 6 guests max. Located inside the harbor at Festival. Look for the signs! Special festival pricing is $40 per person for one hour festival sail.

Fri & Sat 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Sun 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Private evening sails available by reservation on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night: 6 PM – 8 PM | $375 (plus tax) for the whole boat | Up to 6 passengers

For tickets, please visit left-coast-charters.com Leftcoastcharters@gmail.com

© Mitchel Osborne

RACES ALL WEEKEND long!

Friday | 26’ and Under Race

Open to all small boats Skippers Meeting 1 PM | Northwest Maritime Center Beach Race Start 2:30 PM

Saturday | Rowing Race

Open to all human-powered watercraft: Paddleboards, Wherries, Dorys, Rowing shells, Kayaks, Longboats, Outriggers, Dinghies, and Gigs. Long and short courses. Registration 8 AM – 9 AM | Northwest Maritime Center Beach Race Start 10 AM

Saturday | NW Schooner Cup

Skippers Meeting 9 AM | Northwest Maritime Center Beach Regatta Start 3 PM | Awards 6 PM on the Main Stage (7 PM if boats sail longer)

Sunday | Sail By

Don’t miss the event of the weekend with more than 300 boats on the bay! The best places to watch from Festival Grounds are the Balcony Bar, the Wee Nip, and the First Fed Commons. 3 PM | Port Townsend Bay