Boating

Freshwater Fireboat--Alki is Ready

The first Seattle fireboat was put into service in 1889 and the fire department has had one in service ever since on the downtown waterfront. But no fireboat has been stationed on the city's freshwater lakes until now.

Fireboat Alki comes to Lake Union

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Fireboat Alki comes to Lake Union

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Boating
Port of Seattle News

Fishermen's Terminal fuel dock closes, cruise ship season begins, and the Pier 91 auto landing space has been vacated by Nissan.

Boating news
Floating Homes Association Celebrates 40th Anniversary

Seattle's floating home residents talk about waterfront policies and changes at their 40th anniversary meeting.

Summer Program for Boat-loving Kids

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Boating Opening Day
Virginia V Skims the Waters Once Again

Virginia V, the last remaining of the Puget Sound Mosquito fleet, will lead the Opening Day boat parade this year.

Boating Opening Day
Boating Season Opening Day, May 4, 2002

Boating Opening Day is fast approaching. Jo Bailey and Carl Nyberg give us the scoop on the events.

Holiday
Captain Christmas Comes to Center for Wooden Boats

Kids and their families can meet Captain Christmas and spend an afternoon with nautical activities, cookies and more on Sunday, December 16.

Sunday Market, Boaters Quarrel over Parking

The Fremont Sunday Market's new location at the corner of Stone Way and N 34th Street is angering boat owners at the adjacent marina, who say they have nowhere to park while on their boats.

Boating Opening Day
Opening Day and Maritime Festival Events

Schedules for the Opening Day festivities and the Maritime Festival on Elliott Bay.

Boating Opening Day
New Maritime Program at Ballard High School

The Ballard Maritime Academy, a new four-year maritime program, will open this fall at Ballard High School.

Boating Opening Day
Houseboats: Catch the Wave

Remember when houseboat living was for the young and the restless? Dreaming about a place on the water in Seattle? Here are some prices to consider.

Opening Day
Can Yachts and Fishing Boats Dock in the Same Port?

The Port of Seattle is stirring controversy over its new plan to moor pleasure boats at Fishermen's Terminal, traditionally reserved for working boats.

Boats Afloat
Port Madison on Bainbridge Island--a Fall Destination

Veteran sailing pair give tips on local sailing destination.

Boats Afloat Show set for September 13-17 on Seattle's Lake Union

Lake Union's Boats Afloat show overview and special event schedule.

Boating section
Show at Shilshole Aims to Attract the Boatless

The main ingredient is a wide variety of boats, many of them 2001 models fresh from the production facilities of major manufacturers. Mix in some special attractions, like free sailboat rides, duck races for the kids and a full schedule of how-to seminars

Boating section
Women in Boating Featured at Lake Union Boats Afloat Show September 13 - 17

Friday, September 15, has been designated "Women in Boating Day."

So You Want to Buy a Boat

An overview of important considerations to make once you find your dream boat.

Towboat Launched in Fremont

Western Towboat launched a new 500 ton ocean-going towboat in Fremont on March 17.