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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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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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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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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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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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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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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If you missed it, The Leader’s new Working Waterfront magazine collaboration with maritime photographer Jeremy Johnson is worth checking out. Working Waterfront Summer 2023 archived printable pdf
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Note that the regular Port Commission meeting on July 26 has been cancelled. Check out meeting recording on West Boatyard Expansion 7/12/23 July 24-26: WPPA 2023 Commissioners Seminar Alderbrook (quorum) July 26: 5:30 Cancelled Port Commission Regular Meeting 07/12/23 Public Workshop 9:30 a.m. Packet …
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Food for Thought::: The July issue of Lattitude 38 includes an article titled “To the Guillotine” by Max Ebb, on pages 78-80. The article stood out for this Port Townsend mariner because of the arguments described at the featured meeting against government’s frequent attraction to bright and flashy projects that don’t pencil out, especially in …
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Net Your Problem recycles old fishing nets. Read the latest article about it in National Fisherman: Net Your Problem is making the fishing industry greener one net at a time Learn more at Netyourproblem.com
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Just noticed this full page ad for the Port of Port Townsend in the latest 48*NORTH. It is a really nice tip of the hat to all of our Port Townsend’s Marine Trades.
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Haven Boatworks drops anchor in new dock by First Fed Monday, July 3, 2023 10:35am Local MarketplaceFinances Port Townsend is a notable maritime hub in the Puget Sound. Its bustling, historic waterfront is a perfect home base for Haven Boatworks, a boat building and repair company sought after by maritime companies and sailing enthusiasts up …
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Author Deiter Loibner’s article in the most recent Professional Boatbuilder magazine features the Shop Co-op at Boat haven. Click the image to read it.
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Our monthly board meeting is scheduled for Tuesday July 11th at 5:30 PM in the Nomura Building on Benedict Street. Our Agenda is expected to cover regular business and planning for participation in upcoming events. If a member or employee of a member is curious about serving on the PTMTA board, attending a meeting is …
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July 12: 9:30 a.m. Workshop and 1:00 p.m. Regular Business Meeting July 24-26: WPPA 2023 Commissioners Seminar Alderbrook June meetings recordings 6/26/23 Intergovernmental Collaborative Group Meeting Agenda 6/14/23 Public Workshop 9:30 a.m. Packet Agenda Presentation and Handout Video 6/14/23 Regular Business Meeting 1 p.m. Packet …
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In case you missed it, The PT Leader reported May 17th on local elections this November. That article included a list of candidates who filed for various positions. Please note the highlighted Port Commissioner District 1 candidates. We will be announcing more on this election soon in order to keep you informed and we encourage …
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Local photographer and PTMTA member, Jeremy Johnson has been focused (no pun intended) on the marine trades for a few years now. His Port Townsend Maritime photo magazines are like fine art photo albums of friends and the beautiful work everyone is doing at this moment in time. This editor thought it relevant to include …
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