This Wednesday 01/25/23, for our continuing biweekly series on sailing better, Stig Osterberg and Jeff Brantley will lead a discussion based on aerial photos of real races. Topics (time permitting) will include starts, mark rounding, gates, strategy vs. tactics, and finishes. Meet at the clubhouse at 6pm. Bring a drink if you like, or there …
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Please sign up for the PTMTA weekly Blog updates. This is a marine trades resource for all of our Marine Trades Community to make use of. You can also send us your announcements to post so we can help you get the word out. Once signed up, one email every Sunday, will arrive to your …
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Navigation and Seamanship classes
Attention marine trades; you might be eligible for scholarships to attend classes and workshops at the NW Maritime Center. These classes are either online or in-person so scroll down after clicking on the below image and look at what may advance or broaden your skill set. Registration is open. Contact the NWMC to ask about …
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Fleet Decarbonization Accelerator
Now Accepting Enrollment: Fleet Decarbonization Accelerator Over the course of 13 weeks, participants will receive hours of 1:1 coaching from fleet decarbonization experts while learning from fleet managers, industry leaders, and policy experts who know the ins and outs of the process and financial incentives. The Accelerator is designed to equip businesses with everything they …
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Marine Systems Intensives
Courses are filling up fast! Register now. Marine Systems 5-day Intensives are back! Some course dates are already on a wait list so be sure to register for your spot now. Marine Electrical: March 20-24 (wait list) & June 26-30 Marine Diesel Engines: March 27-31 (nearing wait list) & August 7-11 Marine Outboard Engines: …
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Online Classes: How to start a Kelp Farm
Upcoming Course: How to Start a Kelp Farm Join GreenWave’s online How to Start a Kelp Farm guided course and community starting Tuesday, January 10 at 2 PM ET. Turn your ocean farming dream into a reality in our 6-week guided learning journey through GreenWave’s Ocean Farming Hub. Each week, participate in live online sessions …
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Green Wave updates October 31, 2022
If your fishing venture is seeking an alternative, GreenWave kelp farming seems lke an interesting option. Below is from their latest newsletter. Learn more at Greenwave.org Seaweed-Based Packaging for People and the Planet One of seaweed’s superpowers is that it has many uses–it’s the soy of the sea without all the downsides. Seaweed can be …
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Home buyer education workshop
This is potentially relevant for some of our members as it can be a complex subject for anyone looking to buy a home in our current housing market. Information page HERE When: Thursday, October 20th 5:30pm to 7:30pm Where: New American Funding 2200 W Sims Way #203 Port Townsend, WA Info: 360-301-7575 contact@emilycaryl.com During this …
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Blue Economy report from Coastal States Org.
Sharing this email from NOAA’s office for Coastal Management. If you have questions or thoughts about the content of this report, please contact Kenneth Walker directly (please cc the PTMTA) or the PTMTA for forwarding. We have many stake holders amongst us and our voice needs to reach the right ears. The Coastal States Organization …
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A solution for youth interns proposed
Dear Marine Trades folks, Over the years there has been varying degrees of success in getting youth into the trades through some kind of internship opportunity. And one of the biggest sticking points has been serving youth under the age of 18 and insurance liability. I have found a possible solution I want to share and …
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Free online e-marketing lessons
Online Marketing and E-Commerce Through COVID’s recent impact, consumers have forever shifted much of their purchasing and scheduling online, leaving some business owners challenged to make this sustainable digital shift. Thanks to a grant from the Economic Development Administration’s CARES Act supplemental funding program, and ARPA Grant funding from Jefferson County, NODC is offering free, practical, …
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