We want to congratulate Jennifer Takaki and Sean on expanding operations at Marina Cafe to include tapas, beer, cider and wine from 5 to 9 PM. Check out the remodel and evening menu.
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LEASE Questions? PTMTA is hosting a meeting w/ Port Staff: Aug 15th.
The PTMTA is hosting a meeting with Port Staff to discuss the Port’s lease policy. Do you have an upcoming lease renewal? Are you planning long term and have questions? Are you looking to expand or rent from the port for the first time? Join Port Staff and others to have your questions answered on …
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WBF coming soon – Join the PTMTA booth tenders
While the Woodenboat Foundation has a long list of volunteer positions open, the PTMTA also needs booth tenders for September 7th set up, and the festival itself September 8th, 9th, and 10th. Pat Mahon is standing by to sign you up. Volunteers get festival passes and have the opportunity to talk about your business with …
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Available Property Update- Port of PT
By Port of Port Townsend on Aug 03, 2023 09:45 am The Port of Port Townsend has a range of publicly-owned industrial and commercial properties throughout Jefferson County that are leased out. Facilities/properties currently available for lease are listed below. For more information, please contact Sue Nelson, Lease & Contracts Administrator, at (360) 385-0410 or …
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Job openings at the Port Of PT
Check Out the Two New Job Openings at the Port By Port of Port Townsend on Aug 01, 2023 03:25 pm We are seeking a Full-Time Hoist Operator and a Part-Time Pump Out Skiff Operator. Click on the job description to learn more about the positions.
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Gibboney update July 2023
For those interested in following what has since happened with our former Port of PT executive Director Sam Gibboney The Olympian reports: https://www.theolympian.com/news/local/article277522068.html
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Business documentation request -scams alert
This editor received a suspicious request for annual filing and submitted a verification request to the Secretary of State’s office. They replied, And it was not a legitimate email. I was directed to look at other examples of scams on the SOS.WA.Gov website. You can see those examples by following the link below. From the …
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Drag your rowboats outta de bushes!
Diana Talley was recently reminiscing with Ashlyn Brown & Sarah Kolbeck, about the family friendly rowboat racing of early Wooden Boat Festivals. While bouncing around some ideas, a new event has evolved into the RowRowRowMyBoat Rally; an en-mass spectacle row from Boat Haven to Point Hudson. Diana literally had to drag her row boat out …
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Maritime Voices- Dick McCurdy
Jim Heumann’s latest interview on his Maritime Voices Podcast with Dick McCurdy recorded in July of 2023. Dick McCurdy always just wanted to be on the water. He grew up in Port Townsend, WA, sailing and racing with friends. At the University of Washington he was captain of the sailing team. After finishing graduate school …
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Difficult times for a marine trades community member
Marshall Brennan, one of our friendly faces at Admiral Ship Supply, is currently facing some big life challenges. It is never good to hear when someone in our community is dealt a harsh blow and even worse, a double whammy.. Marshall’s family has set up a website for updates on Consuelo and Marshall’s situation. https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/consuelobrennan …
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Free 10×20 Costco Shelter
All framing and 4 wall curtains complete and in fair to good condition. Roof canvas chaffed and needing a new layer or tarp to prevent leaking in a couple of areas. All panels are neatly rolled up. Resembles internet image below but front wall (one end) has zippered panels and the frame is cream colored …
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Inter-Tribal Canoe Journey; July 26 via PT
“Paddle to Muckleshoot” Returns this Week The annual inter-tribal canoe journey, which began in 1989 with the “Paddle to Seattle” has been postponed in the last few years with the last paddle being in 2019. This year it is returning, with the “Paddle to Muckleshoot.” Over 100 canoes will join the canoe family and make …
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Maritime Voices: Bill Nance
From Jim Heumann; an interview with Bill Nance in April 2023 Bill Nance is only the 4th known person to ever sail alone around the world via the three great capes (1962-1965). The book “The Circumavigators” says he was “…one of the boldest and most competent, but least-known circumnavigators, on the tiny 25-foot Cardinal Virtue…”. …
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Diesel Engine Intensive from August 7-11, 2023
Two spots have just opened up for the popular 5-day Diesel Engine Intensive from August 7-11, 2023. Students gain hands-on experience working with deisel engines, from basic maintenance to diagnosing and troubleshooting common issues. Don’t wait – this is the last Diesel Egnine Intensive of 2023. Click here to learn more and register >>
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Arts Guild Fairs: Applications & Info
Our Marine Trades leather and canvas makers, woodworkers, metalworkers, jewelers and artists – … The Port Townsend Arts Guild will be holding 3 juried arts and crafts fairs this year in Port Townsend. There are still openings for artists and craftspeople who make their own unique work and would like to sell it at our fine quality fairs. All of the …
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Space to rent: Port of PT
Available Property By Port of Port Townsend on Jul 18, 2023 03:00 pm SEEKING A SHIPWRIGHT/ACTIVE MARINE TRADES to rent on a temporary monthly basis (approximately one to two years), the former Moderate Risk Waste (MRW) facility site located within the Boat Haven. The 8,202 sq ft parcel situated in the heart of the boat …
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Jobs at the Port of Port Townsend
The Port of PT is seeking to fill the positions of Hoist operator and Pump-out skiff operator. See the details here: https://portofpt.com/about-us/employment/
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Chamber Cafe with Eron Berg April 14th
Eron Berg shares an overview presentation of the Port on Jeff County Chamber’s Chamber Cafe. It is helpful to understand our Port’s scale and operational responsibilities. Click to view
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Coastal Cafe: Derelict & Abandoned vessels
Last year KPTZ’s Coastal Cafe recorded 2 episodes on the subject of WA State’s program for handling derelict and abandoned vessels. Below are the links to both episodes.
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