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HomeMy WebLinkAbout121124 - December Ships LogALERT: BE CAUTIOUS This email originated outside the organization. Do not open attachments or click on links if you are not expecting them. What's going on along our saltwater shores ⚓ <https://mcusercontent.com/907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058/images/07ea115f-98cf-147d-d095-7d18ac95380b.png> December 2024 Welcome to the bi-monthly newsletter from Maritime Washington! In this issue, we’re setting sail into the new year with a wave of maritime stories, exciting activities, and programs. Meet Jennie Buswell, the resilient terminal supervisor for Washington State Ferries in Port Townsend, or dive into the rich history of North Kitsap with ten fun trivia questions—did you know that Liberty Bay has a surprising connection to the story of Pinocchio? Plus, check out our roundup of maritime events, where you'll find plenty of ways to celebrate the season with boat parades, woodworking workshops, and more. Whether you're looking for your next maritime adventure or a captivating story, you can always find more at maritimewa.org <https://preservewa.us2 .list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=ea929b0cec&e=caffb2252c> . <https://mcusercontent.com/907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058/images/ca8d43ac-40f2-acfb-5472-a9e8ab7f9d6e.jpg> Women on the Waterfront: Jennie Buswell Jennie runs the show at the Port Townsend terminal with the help of her team. Read More <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=603274fe60&e=caffb2252c> <https://mcusercontent.com/907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058/images/150157a7-5fd4-9ea6-191c-f1e39a201a0c.png> Maritime Heritage Events Even in winter, there's plenty of fun to be had along the shore. Plan out your nautical adventures for 2025 with this list. Explore Here <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=87ec229c14&e=caffb2252c> <https://mcusercontent.com/907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058/images/e4ac88ab-7565-151b-34d3-4f9e236dcf97.jpg> North Kitsap Trivia Test and expand your knowledge of this beautiful and historic region. Quiz your friends! See <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=db10782b72&e=caffb2252c> More <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id =8a4c384caa&e=caffb2252c> <https://mcusercontent.com/907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058/images/2818be22-b1d3-9ac2-bd9b-db5876c74906.png> Maritime Merch Celebrate your maritime pride or treat your favorite mariner with a new Maritime Washington shirt or sweatshirt! Order Now <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=d4c87a9c86&e=caffb2252c> Upcoming Maritime Heritage Events Northwest Seaport Chantey Sing <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=9625abe3ad&e=caffb2252c> Friday, December 13, 7:00 - 9:00 pm, Seattle * Sing sailing songs with a free in-person and remote hybrid choir, hosted at the Center for Wooden Boats Wagner Education Center. Seattle Christmas Ship Parade of Boats <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=23dded8e3b&e=caffb2252c> Friday, December 13, 8:00 pm * Brightly decorated boats will convene in Lake Union and begin their promenade westward through the Fremont Cut. Catch the shimmery lights from aboard the Christmas Ship, join the Seattle boat parade on your own decorated vessel, or gather at the official onshore viewing party at Evanston Plaza for panoramic views of the flotilla. <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=7ddc4e8a3c&e=caffb2252c> <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=f6a01cef 2a&e=caffb2252c> Hands-on Ship Simulator <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=2fed6325de&e=caffb2252c> Saturday, December 14, 10:30 am - 2:30 pm, Port Townsend * Pilot a ship into Seattle’s Elliott Bay and experience what it’s like to drive into a storm as you don the role of captain in a state-of-the-art Ship Simulator at Northwest Maritime. Santa's Boatshop <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=1fe7168f95&e=caffb2252c> Saturday, December 14, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm and Sunday, December 15, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Gig Harbor * The Gig Harbor BoatShop transforms their historic Eddon Boatyard into Santa's BoatShop for two days in December. Children are invited to build and paint model boats at this festive holiday event. Seattle Christmas Boat Parade <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=e048b1760f&e=caffb2252c> Saturday, December 14, 7:00 pm, Seattle * A Seattle tradition, the Christmas Boat Parade on Lake Union supports Seattle Children's Hospital and celebrates maritime traditions. Gig Harbor Lighted Boat Parade <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=5676bcbd32&e=caffb2252c> Saturday, December 14, 4:00 - 8:00 pm, Gig Harbor * The Gig Harbor Yacht Club hosts the annual lighted boat parade featuring a festive display of colorful vessels decked out in their holiday finest. Santa's Workshop <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=b50fed660f&e=caffb2252c> Thursday, December 19, 3:00 - 7:00 pm, Tacoma * Foss Waterway Seaport invites the whole fmaily to Santa's Workshop to build, glue, and paint your very own wooden toy boat. All materials provided—just bring your creativity and holiday spirit. Perfect for kids and adults of all ages. Bremerton Lighted Boat Parade <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=41950b4b7c&e=caffb2252c> Friday, December 20 and Saturday, December 21, various times, Bremerton and Silverdale * Hear messages from Santa aboard a twinkling boat parade through Phinney Bay, Sinclair Inlet, Port Washington Narrows, Oyster Bay, and Dyes Inlet. Holiday Dockside Market <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=ffb790da40&e=caffb2252c> Saturday, December 21, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, Bellingham * Buy the best in local seafood directly from the fishing families who caught it. This third annual holiday market will also have food and craft vendors, free cookies, and a performance by Bellingham Youth Jazz Band at noon. Keep it Simple Seafood Cooking Demo <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=408012859d&e=caffb2252c> Saturday, December 21, 12:00 - 1:00 pm, Bellingham * Learn how to prepare simple seafood meals on the 3rd Saturday of each month with "Keep It Simple Seafood" cooking demos from Bellingham SeaFeast at Bellingham Dockside Market. Tacoma Lighted Boat Parade <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=e89424f5a2&e=caffb2252c> Saturday, December 21, 5:30 pm, Tacoma * Use your imagination, and decorate your boat for this festive night on the water. Boats will go along the Tacoma waterfront and down the Foss Waterway, ending at the Dock Street Marina. Blue Drinks with the Whatcom Working Waterfront Coalition <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=decfc5c62c&e=caffb2252c> of Whatcom County <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=6b4d6d9cdf&e=caffb2252c> Wednesday, January 8, Blaine * Blue Drinks is a networking meet up for anyone interested in our waterfronts. Join your community in learning about waterfront news, stories, updates and more! There will typically be a short presentation on a waterfront topic followed by an open time to connect, learn, and share about our shores and waterfronts. <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=fb592a8ef0&e=caffb2252c> Vashon <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=f a051b1a16&e=caffb2252c> Winter Bird and Mammal Surveys <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=9fadad49c8&e=caffb2252c> First Saturdays through April, 1:00 - 3:00 pm, Vashon Island * Help contribute data to the Puget Sound Seabird Survey—a long term Puget Sound wide monitoring effort—while also collecting crucial baseline data on Fern Cove's wintering seabirds and marine mammals. Surveys last 30 minutes and happen on the first Saturday of every month from October - April. Woodworking Classes at the Foss Waterway Seaport <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=aa27cc7f13&e=caffb2252c> Various days and times, December, Tacoma * Catered to a wide variety of experience levels, the Foss Waterway Seaport offers classes that teach woodworking and boatbuilding skills. Maritime Classes at Northwest Maritime <https://preservewa.us2.list-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=ff238ef360&e=caffb2252c> Various days and times, December, Port Townsend * Classes include navigation, docking, boater safety education, tides and currents, and more. Interested in sharing your event or program in a future issue of this newsletter? Maritime Washington partners have the opportunity to add to this list! Visit our website <https://preservewa.us2.lis t-manage.com/track/click?u=907c69b081f5ea7a5b595e058&id=23bcb11aa0&e=caffb2252c> to learn how to become a partner. 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