The Preserve WA newsletter shared a list of WA State Housing Bills that they are watching. These could very much impact Jefferson County so we are posting this info here for your information. The article includes links to details and instructions on how you can make comment to state representatives. Click on the image to …
Permanent link to this article: https://ptmta.org/wp/news/2023/02/state-housing-bills/
This event is a fundraiser for the Maritime Center’s programs for women and girls. It features local and regional speakers. Click the image to visit the page and see who is speaking.
Permanent link to this article: https://ptmta.org/wp/news/2023/02/she-tells-sea-tales-march-11-2023/
Thank you to all of you who have joined and renewed PTMTA membership for 2023! This is a friendly reminder for those who left that renewal form under a pile on the desk… Please renew! Renewal guarantees your listing in the print directory which we widely distribute where it can reach new customers. There is …
Permanent link to this article: https://ptmta.org/wp/news/2023/02/renewal-print-directory-listing/
Attending Port meetings in person whenever possible really changes the vibe of these meetings. It is important for the Commission and Port Staff to see interest in what they do. Even if you show up for part of the meeting and quietly leve, it makes a difference. Upcoming Port Commission Meetings: (SEE MEETINGS PAGE FOR …
Permanent link to this article: https://ptmta.org/wp/news/2023/02/port-commission-meets-282023-930-workshop-1pm-meeting/
Local Force 10 Sails gets noticed by KUOW. ‘Thousands of stitches, all by hand’: a look at Puget Sound’s artisan sailmakers Feb 02, 2023 at 5:14 pm The pleasure craft of today are very different from the tall ships that were once the only connection to other continents. Some of those old-style ships are still …
Permanent link to this article: https://ptmta.org/wp/news/2023/02/nprs-kuow-interviews-the-chimentis/
What: Sea Tales on a Winter’s Eve: Tales from the Titanic: Stories from the Survivors Who: The Artful Sailor When: Sunday, February 12, 2023 Time: 6 pm (sharp) until 8pm Where: 410 Washington Street (by the Skate Park) Contact: Pami~Sue Alvarado (360)344-8120 Tales From the Titanic In the annals of maritime history, what strange and …
Permanent link to this article: https://ptmta.org/wp/news/2023/02/sea-tales-on-a-winters-eve-and-lifeboat-fundraiser-event/
November 14, 2022 | 5:56 pm from Washington Trust Earlier this month, the Management Plan for the Maritime Washington National Heritage Area was approved by the Secretary of the Interior. This approval represents the culmination of over a decade of hard work and significant collaboration between hundreds of individuals, organizations, governments, and Tribes along our …
Permanent link to this article: https://ptmta.org/wp/news/2023/01/maritime-washington-national-heritage-area-management-plan-approved/
Free Victron seminar Feb 7 noon-1pm The Boat School invites you to a Victron Energy marine seminar on Tuesday February 7th from noon-1pm in the Nomura Building (385 Benedict Street, First Floor). Representatives of Victron will discuss sizing inverter charger systems, applications using lithium batteries, and charging them with alternators. The session will be presented …
Permanent link to this article: https://ptmta.org/wp/news/2023/01/free-victron-seminar-feb-7-noon-1pm/
Please spread the word about this event that will benefit the PTMTA Life Boat Fund. Tales From the Titanic In the annals of maritime history, what strange and tragic event can rival the sinking of the RMS Titanic? Still, 110 years later, the tragedy evokes horror, fascination and disbelief. Alternately, the skill, incompetence, negligence, care, …
Permanent link to this article: https://ptmta.org/wp/news/2023/01/fundraiser-for-the-ptmta-lifeboat-fund-21223/
Point Hudson reopens early with new jetty Port Townsend’s historic 50-slip Point Hudson Marina is opening again for boaters on Wednesday, Jan. 25, weeks ahead of schedule. Port of Port Townsend Executive Director Eron Berg said efficient work by Orion Marine Contractors of Tacoma with strong support by the Port staff made the early completion …
Permanent link to this article: https://ptmta.org/wp/news/2023/01/point-hudson-re-opens-early/
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 …
Permanent link to this article: https://ptmta.org/wp/news/2023/01/sail-better-classes-12523/
On January 17th, the Port held a special meeting at the Chimacum Grange to hear the voices of stakeholders and the Ag community on the topic of the Port’s proposal to buy the Short’s family farm. It is important to understand this proposal and the very real challenges this farm and the Short’s family have …
Permanent link to this article: https://ptmta.org/wp/news/2023/01/understanding-the-shorts-farm-acquisition-proposal/
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 …
Permanent link to this article: https://ptmta.org/wp/news/2023/01/please-share-ptmta-latest-news-sign-up/
Catch the latest In this month’s edition of Our Working Waterfront, KPTZ’s Chris Bricker joins co-hosts Port Director Eron Berg and Port Commissioner Pam Petranek for an update on happenings around the Port. Then Pam gives a special guided tour of the Boat Yard for high school student guests from the Port Townsend Maritime Academy, …
Permanent link to this article: https://ptmta.org/wp/news/2023/01/kptzs-working-waterfront-jan-13th-episode/
YOU’RE INVITED Chamber Cafe – State of the City January 20, 2023 10:00 AM PST Register Mayor Faber and City Manager John Mauro will be joining us to discuss the plans and programs the City is moving forward for 2023 and wrapping up status on 2022 projects. This annual meeting allows you …
Permanent link to this article: https://ptmta.org/wp/news/2023/01/state-of-the-city-zoom-event-jan-20th-10am/
The Artful Sailor’s 6th Annual Sea Tales on a Winter’s Eve will take place on February 12, 2023 and Emiliano and Pami-Sue have generously decided to make it a fund raiser for the PTMTA Lifeboat Fund. We encourage members to share this event with friends and family.
Permanent link to this article: https://ptmta.org/wp/news/2023/01/sea-tales-on-a-winters-eve-includes-lifeboat-fundraiser/
Register your business to have your hazmat waste collected. Participation impacts the frequency of these Hazmat collection events. From our Environmental Officer Kimberlie Webber at the Port of Port Townsend: You might have heard that the county is organizing a moderate risk waste collection through Clean Harbors Environmental Services for small quantity generators. Unfortunately, there …
Permanent link to this article: https://ptmta.org/wp/news/2023/01/reminder-to-register-hazmat-collection-event-jan-20th/
Please spread the word about this event! Proceeds will benefit the PT Marine Trades Lifeboat Fund and that may one day benefit you or a loved one directly. Click image to learn more. https://www.theartfulsailor.com/on-the-horizon/2023-02-12/sea-tales-on-a-winters-eve-h7dgw Please print a copy (or 2) of the below flyer and post it where your crew and others can see it. …
Permanent link to this article: https://ptmta.org/wp/news/2023/01/sea-tales-fundraiser-event-for-ptmta-lifeboat-fund-021223/
PTMTA members are just as likely to be sailors so there is a natural connection to make to our Port Townsend Sailing Association. Ideally, sign up for their email updates! In case you were not aware, the PTSA now rents a space in the Nomura Building! This new space offers great opportunities for them to …
Permanent link to this article: https://ptmta.org/wp/news/2023/01/sailing-association-education/
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 …
Permanent link to this article: https://ptmta.org/wp/news/2023/01/navigation-and-seamanship-classes-2/