Exhibit: Skagit on the Half Shell: History of the Shellfish Industry
January – May, La Conner

• Explore the history of the shellfish industry in Skagit County through this temporary exhibit at the Skagit County Historical Museum.

Points Northeast Historical Society Annual Meeting & Guest Speaker
Thursday, January 29, 6:00 pm, Tacoma

• Connect with the maritime heritage community at the Points Northeast Historical Society’s annual meeting and hear from guest speaker Rod Koon, Tacoma author and historian, about local history.

Composites 101: Fiberglass and Epoxy Workshop at the Boat Shop
Sunday, February 1, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm, Tacoma

• This one-day intensive workshop at the Foss Waterway Seaport teaches the basics of composite fabrication and repair. Participants gain confidence and hands-on experience for boatbuilding projects.

Where the City Meets the Sound Book Talk
Tuesday, February 3, 6:00 – 8:00 pm, Seattle

• Author and historian Jennifer Ott shares insights from her new book on the history of Seattle’s waterfront at Folio: The Seattle Athenaeum.

Tides & Currents in the Salish Sea: Online Class
Tuesday and Wednesday, February 10 – 11, 6:30 – 8:00 pm, Online

• Hosted by Northwest Maritime, this virtual class unlocks the secrets of navigating the Salish Sea’s dynamic conditions. Participants gain practical knowledge for safer, more confident boating.

Shellfish Lovers: An Evening with the Author Cynthia Nims
Saturday, February 14, 5:30 – 7:30 pm, Bellingham

• Hosted by Village Books, Enjoy Fairhaven, Next Chapter Café, and Bellingham SeaFeast, join author Cynthia Nims for a delicious dive into shellfish recipes and coastal cuisine from her book Essential Shellfish Collection. A perfect Valentine’s Day event for seafood enthusiasts!

“Boating WA: Challenges” Talk with Leonard and Lorena Landon
Saturday, February 14, 2:00 – 3:30 pm, Anacortes

• Learn about the challenges foreign boaters face when entering Washington waters at the Anacortes Public Library. Longtime cruisers Leonard and Lorena Landon share insights from over 40,000 miles of experience.

Guided Naturalist Walk @ Weatherwax
Sunday, February 15, 1:00 pm, Ocean Shores

• Join the Coastal Interpretive Center and naturalist Diane for a guided walk exploring the nature and culture of the Weatherwax Natural Area. This easy one-hour walk welcomes both children and adults.

Volunteer Work Weekend on the Schooner Adventuress
Saturday and Sunday, February 21 – 22, Port Townsend

• Get hands-on with a maritime icon and help Sound Experience maintain the Schooner Adventuress, the 1913 National Historic Landmark schooner, to support maritime education programs throughout the region.

Crew Connections Mixer 2026
Wednesday, February 25, 5:30 – 7:30 pm, Bellingham

• Meet vessel operators, potential crew members, and industry professionals from the wild-caught seafood sector at this mixer hosted by the Working Waterfront Coalition of Whatcom County. Includes a short presentation and open networking time.

Wild Seafood Connection
Thursday, February 26, 7:30 am – 6:30 pm, Bellingham

• This annual conference (presented by the Port of Bellingham and produced by Colibri NW) connects fishermen with chefs, retailers, and seafood professionals. The focus is on wild, sustainably harvested seafood and strengthening consumer markets.

U.S. Sailing Basic Keelboat Certification 
January through March, various times, Seattle

• The Center for Wooden Boats is offering an “all you need to get sailing” special to take U.S. Sailing Basic Keelboat Certification classes, a CWB membership, and unlimited boat rentals for the following year, all for a discounted rate.

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