Category: Environment

The II Tender will carry Sam and Rob across the Atlantic

New organization focused on blue philanthropy set to launch across the Atlantic

12/19/2018 - On December 28, 2018, Rob Hamilton-Kelly and Sam Hornsby will sail across the Atlantic, navigating the world’s second largest ocean on a voyage from the Old World to the New. Their passage will mark the launch campaign for Ocean Pioneers, a donor organization focused on activating a global community of… SEE MORE

Washington’s Best-Kept Secret: Long Beach Peninsula

12/5/2018 - The Long Beach Peninsula (nearest harbor Nahcotta) is one of the best kept secrets of Washington. It is one of the largest continuous beaches around the world and the world’s longest drivable beach. It’s a staggering 28 miles long of breathtaking beaches, which run alongside the Pacific Ocean. It’s laid-back… SEE MORE

How you can make a difference along the coast

Giving Tuesday (and all year round)

11/27/2018 - Today is Giving Tuesday, a day where we are encouraged to donate to the non-profits and charities of our choice. There are, however, other ways we can give back to the things that we care most about, and it's not just limited to one day a year. For those that… SEE MORE

Deception Pass is a strait that separates Whidbey Island from Fidalgo Island

Feel like you are in a Fairy Tale on Whidbey Island

11/21/2018 - I arrived on Whidbey Island by taking the Mukilteo/Clinton ferry over. This was my first time that I have ever driven onto a ferry with my car. It was a beautiful ride quick ride across to the island where I was making sure to keep my eyes peeled for wildlife.… SEE MORE

Predicting Proverbs: Weather lore for the sea and more

Environment

11/7/2018 - For those who live, work and play on the sea, the weather can affect every decision. Being able to accurately see what the weather holds can sometimes be the difference between life and death. So, it makes sense that finding the right idiom, poem or mnemonic to assess the conditions… SEE MORE

Changing Light On The Maine Coast

11/6/2018 - The Maine Coast is beautiful in all seasons, and in all times of the day. The light changes constantly, providing a scenic backdrop that is never quite the same. In the last year, my trusty Nikon has provided me with ample evidence of the light and its magical unpredictability. SEE MORE

Amazing Facts about the Tide

Environment

10/31/2018 - Recently we posted nine of our favorite tide facts on social media, perhaps you saw them. We've collected them all together here, plus a few more as well. The tide is a very large, very long wave that travels around the world at 450 miles per hour. It has no… SEE MORE

Water fun at the Lowcountry Maritime Society

Doing Good Work for Coastal Communities

10/31/2018 - Getting out on the water, whether in a powerboat, sailboat, canoe or paddleboard, is something we all love to do. How did you get started? Was there someone who showed you just how much fun it could be? Not all kids are fortunate enough to have an opportunity like that.… SEE MORE

Homes

Every small vessel needs complete identification attached to cockpit or inside cabin

Catting Around

10/17/2018 - Ever have the urge to run away for a few days? Well, a certain Sandpiper (Marshall Marine sailboat) from Barnegat Bay, NJ decided to do just that. She slipped off her mooring one night, taking off at the mercy of the wind and tide. The next day the anxious owner… SEE MORE

Top 5 North American migratory animals

Environment

10/3/2018 - Monarch Butterflies (Danaus plexippus plexippus): Being the smallest animal on the list, it may seem unbelievable that these tiny winged insects cover the 3,000 mile distance from Canada to Mexico. The journey down the east coast that the butterflies take starts at the end of October. Not all make it… SEE MORE