 Taming Cape Scott
Finding an open weather window makes exploring this
rugged coastal park on the northwest tip of Vancouver Island an unforgettable adventure.
By Jolie Shea
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 Get Ready to Go Cruisin’ - Content Available Online
While you may not yet know where or when you’ll cruise this summer, now is the time to start giving it some thought using this helpful guide.
By Mark Dodd
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 D.I.Y. Hull Painting
A clean surface, a simple design and a willing spouse are all you’ll need to take your boat’s paint job from bland to bling.
By Diane Selkirk
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 The Reality of Virtual Yacht Clubs – Content Available Online
SFor boaters seeking a fun and affordable alternative to traditional clubs and some common ground with other like-minded boaters, a “virtual yacht club” may be just the thing.
By Alex Morton
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 Spectra Lashing: The New Shackle
Lightweight and exceptionally strong, high-tech line is a good alternative to traditional metal shackles and can be used almost anywhere.
By Steve White
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 Sprite V: Rebuilding a Family Investment
Nearly 30 years old, a hard-working and much-loved Canoe Cove 53 stays in the family after extensive upgrades.
By Duart Snow
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2008 Spring Commissioning |
 Boat Cleaning With a (Nearly) Clear Conscience – Content Available Online
CLearn how to work the gunk and grime off the boat after a winter of neglect with minimal impact on the environment and your health.
By Alex Morton
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Tarp Tips for Bottom Painting
With stricter boatyard regulations, tarping before sanding is now mandatory, as it effectively contains the noxious toxins of antifouling paint and makes cleanup a breeze.
By Alex Morton
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The Haulout – Content Available Online
With these 10 helpful tips, discover how you can use your time on the hard to full advantage—so you have more time to spend on the water.
By Larry MacDonald
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Why Boats Sink in the Springtime
Ensure your boat won’t sink at the dock—and ruin the boating season—by avoiding the five most common causes of spring sinkings.
Courtesy BoatU.S.
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Departments |
 View From Here – Content Available Online
Evenings Aboard
By Peter A. Robson
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Letters
Compiled by Dale Miller
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 Currents – Content Available Online
Victoria’s floating boat show and marine Garage sale; Squitty Bay park expansion; And much more
Compiled by Hilary Henegar
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Letters and Issues from the Annals
A peek back at PY's archives confirms the more things cange, the more they stay the same.
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Off the Shelf
Get Set for the Season
By Robert Buller
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Reflections
Danger at the River’s Mouth
By Steve Creagh
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Coastlines
The Sinking of the Iroquois
By Andrew Scott
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 Ask the Pros – Content Available Online
Varnishing around handrails
By the Staff of Quadrant Marine Institute |
On Board Sail
Tartan 4400
Ohio builder joins the exclusive world of long-range luxury deck saloon sailboats
By Dale Miller |
On Board Power
Seasport Pacific 3200
A tough, well-conceived catamaran built strong by a veteran Washington builder
By Roger McAfee
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 Racing Corner – Content Available Online
Kinetic Heads South
Compiled by Dale Miller
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Chartering
Timeless Tonga
By Larry MacDonald
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Cockpit Confessions
Pass the Emergency Tiller!
—Paul Eisenzimmer
Compiled by Duart Snow
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