http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:26:22 -0700 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:05:15 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m11d13-Hot-Buttered-Rum-Run?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner Elliott Bay is hosting their annual Hot Buttered Rum Run on Sunday, November 13th. For those interested in a casual day on the water while racing it doesn't get any more relaxed than this one. The Rum Run starts at 1:30 p.m. and ends at 3:00 p... Boating sailing events Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:05:15 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m11d13-Hot-Buttered-Rum-Run?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m11d6-Maritime-Family-Festival?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner Helping usher in the Holiday season the Maritime Family Festival is tomorrow, Saturday November 7th. Located on Lake Union in the Naval Reserve Amory Building and the Historic Ships Wharf it is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There ... Boating sailing events Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:03:55 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m11d6-Maritime-Family-Festival?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m10d23-Winterizing-your-boat?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner Winterizing your boat is one of the most importance maintenance you can perform as a boat owner. If done correctly it will extend the overall life of your boat and engine. With the weather starting to get chillier it is important to make sure your... Boating sailing information Fri, 23 Oct 2009 09:21:56 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m10d23-Winterizing-your-boat?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m10d2-Naming-your-boat?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner Naming a boat is similar to naming children, you want to pick one that fits and won’t cause much embarrassment to either party. Unlike a child’s name your boat name will be emblazoned on the sides or the stern so everyone walking or ... Boating sailing information Fri, 02 Oct 2009 09:25:04 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m10d2-Naming-your-boat?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m9d18-Get-out-of-the-galley-quickly?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner Cooking on a boat presents some unique challenges. Lack of refrigeration space, small cooking galley, lack of storage, and moisture all mean boat chefs must be creative with their meals.The key to cooking on the boat can be summed up in 3 words ... Boating sailing cooking Fri, 18 Sep 2009 09:06:36 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m9d18-Get-out-of-the-galley-quickly?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m9d15-Visit-the-Lake-Union-Boats-Afloat-Show?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner The 32nd annual Lake Union Boats Afloat Show starts tomorrow September 16th and runs through Sunday September 20th.  The show is open each day from 10 to 6 and will showcase over 50 brands of boats.  200 new and used boats will be on displa... Boating sailing events Tue, 15 Sep 2009 17:51:38 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m9d15-Visit-the-Lake-Union-Boats-Afloat-Show?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m9d11-Destination-Port-Ludlow?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner Looking to combine boating and golf?  Head to Port Ludlow for a weekend and get some practice with your clubs.  Many boaters don't get out on the golf course as often as they would like since boating consumes many weekends. &... Boating sailing destinations Fri, 11 Sep 2009 08:58:19 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m9d11-Destination-Port-Ludlow?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m8d28-Boating-101--How-do-I-survive-the-Ballard-Locks?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner Navigating the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, known locally as the Ballard Locks, can be one of the most challenging and nerve wracking parts of boating in the Northwest.  Not only can it be a bit tricky maneuvering and jockeying your boat in a... Boating sailing information Fri, 28 Aug 2009 08:54:55 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m8d28-Boating-101--How-do-I-survive-the-Ballard-Locks?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m8d24-Boating-language?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner A boat brings about a whole new language and terms many landlubbers have never heard.  In order to fit in with the boating crowd these are a few words you will want to learn in order to be on board.Head - one of the most important components on ... Boating sailing information Mon, 24 Aug 2009 08:52:52 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m8d24-Boating-language?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m8d19-Fireworks-and-flowers?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner If the 4th of July fireworks, or the 3rd of July fireworks in Poulsbo, leave you wishing for more head up for a Saturday summer evening to Butchart Gardens in Victoria, British Columbia.  Through September 5th of this year your admissi... Boating sailing destinations Wed, 19 Aug 2009 09:12:15 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m8d19-Fireworks-and-flowers?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m8d13-San-Juan-Islands-101-Boating-locations-not-to-be-missed?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner Many of us in the Pacific Northwest are lucky to be able to spend time on our boats in the San Juan Islands.  There are so many places to visit it can be hard to choose just a few for those with limited time.  If you don't have an entire su... Boating San Juan Islands sailing destinations Thu, 13 Aug 2009 09:26:19 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m8d13-San-Juan-Islands-101-Boating-locations-not-to-be-missed?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m7d31-Destination-James-Island?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner The San Juan Islands have so many places to go by boat that it is often hard to visit all the ones we want to every year.  One of the islands that should be on the list of destinations to visit is James Island.  Located on Rosario Strait ab... Boating sailing destinations Fri, 31 Jul 2009 14:01:28 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m7d31-Destination-James-Island?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m7d23-Sail-in-the-Shaw-Island-Classic?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner If your vacation plans this summer have sailing in the San Juans during the second weekend in August plan to sign up for the 39th Shaw Island Classic.  The San Juan Island Yacht Club invites all eligible boats and crews to participate ... Boating sailing events races Thu, 23 Jul 2009 09:00:37 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m7d23-Sail-in-the-Shaw-Island-Classic?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m7d9-Destination-Poulsbo?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner Just a short cruise or sail away from downtown Seattle is the Scandinavian themed town of Poulsbo.  Located on Liberty Bay on the Kitsap peninsula it is known as the "Little Norway on the Fjord".  Founded by Norwegian settlers in ... Boating sailing destinations Thu, 09 Jul 2009 13:27:56 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m7d9-Destination-Poulsbo?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m7d8-One-site-for-Washington-boating-information?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner Looking for boating information in Washington State without having to search all over the web? Your search engine can take a break as it is now available on a single website.  The Recreation and Conservation office has put togethe... Boating sailing information Wed, 08 Jul 2009 09:00:41 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m7d8-One-site-for-Washington-boating-information?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m7d2-Sailing-over-22000-nautical-miles-alone?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner Jessica Watson is attempting to become the youngest person at age 16 to sail solo, nonstop, and unassisted around the world.  She plans to complete her journey of almost 23,000 nautical miles in a 34 foot Sparkman and Stephens (S&S... Boating sailing Thu, 02 Jul 2009 11:20:16 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m7d2-Sailing-over-22000-nautical-miles-alone?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m6d29-Low-cost-life-jackets-for-sale?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner Drowning is the second leading cause of unintential death with children ages 1 to 14 so help prevent this by having life jackets on board for all crew members.  To help make it easier on the wallet low cost life jackets are being offered through... Boating sailing gear Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:57:52 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m6d29-Low-cost-life-jackets-for-sale?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m6d25-Safety-bag?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner Boating safety is something that is often on boater's minds.  The water can often be an unpredictable place.  If one ever needs a reminder just turn on your VHF radio and listen to the calls on channel 16. One important safety pre... Boating sailing Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:56:14 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m6d25-Safety-bag?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m6d17-Join-in-Summer-Sailstice?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner Summer Sailstice is the global holiday celebrating sailing.  It is held annually on the summer solstice so sailors can take advantage of the longest sailing days of the year.  The 9th annual Sailstice is on June 20th and 21st this year.The ... Boating sailing events Wed, 17 Jun 2009 18:29:40 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m6d17-Join-in-Summer-Sailstice?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m6d11-Thursday-nights-are-for-sailboat-racing?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner The Downtown Sailing Series holds it first Thursday evening race of the summer on June 11th. The series continues through August 21st with no race being held the evening of July 3rd. It is sponsored by BMW Seattle and Trinchero Family Estat... sailing events Thu, 11 Jun 2009 09:57:48 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-489-Seattle-Boating-Examiner~y2009m6d11-Thursday-nights-are-for-sailboat-racing?cid=exrss-Seattle-Boating-Examiner