Category: Cruising

Embarking on a summer cruise in the South Sound, we launched our boat at Latimer’s Landing near the Harstine Island Bridge at high tide. This marked the beginning of our

Embarking on a summer South Sound cruise can be a wonderful experience filled with learning and discovery. As we launched our boat, Sea Lab, from Latimer’s Landing near the Harstine

When looking for a peaceful anchorage to spend several days in uncertain weather, Waiatt Bay on Quadra Island seemed like the perfect choice. After navigating through Lewis and Calm channels,

Andy Cross is the editor of 48° North and shares his family’s sailing adventures on their Grand Soleil 39, Yahtzee. They have cruised the Pacific Northwest, Alaska, and are currently

Early on a calm June morning, Johnstone Strait was tranquil as we sipped coffee and reflected on past voyages through this challenging waterway. Our first journey, 46 years ago on

Since 2014, Joe Cline has served as the Managing Editor of 48° North, a prominent publication in the marine industry. Joe’s passion for sailing is evident through his extensive career

After a year-and-a-half in Vancouver, British Columbia, I returned home to Puget Sound this June. The Canadian scenery and friendly locals are truly one-of-a-kind, but due to certain border-restricting global

Joe Cline has proudly served as the Managing Editor of 48° North since 2014. His extensive career in the marine industry is complemented by his active volunteer leadership, showcasing his

Many people believe that the happiest days for a boat owner are the day they buy their boat and the day they sell it. While this may hold true for

High fives echoed in Foggy Bay as we anchored safely, relieved after navigating the reef-filled outer bay and the narrow, shallow channel to our first Alaskan anchorage. The journey from