NW Maritime Center
May 2016 Events NW Maritime Center
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May 2016 Events NW Maritime Center
STEM TO STERN
News from the Northwest Maritime Center
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MAY ISSUE
- GiveBIG
- “By Hand and Eye” with Jim Tolpin
- Register now for US Sailing Courses
- Downsizing Your Boat Gear?
- Volunteer for R2AK and Wooden Boat Festival
- Register now for Marine Weather
- School Programs are Sailing into Spring!
- Official Start of Western Flyer Tours
- Classic Mariners’ Regatta
- Boating Season Opening Day
- Sea Shanties Song Circle
- Save the Date: Navigator Brunch
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giveBIG today!
Friday, May 13, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Today your donations and membership contributions can have an even greater impact. Join thousands of supporters from our community and beyond for giveBIG, an online charitable giving event. Thank you for creating powerful maritime experiences!
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By Hand and Eye:
A Presentation by Jim Tolpin
Friday, May 13, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Free, No RSVP required
Before standardized rulers and measurements, pre-industrial artisans used dividers, a square, their hands, and eyes. In Jim Tolpin’s book, “By Hand & Eye”, he explores this ancient method of design, tapping into our human intuition rather than numbers. Join us on May 13 in the WBF Boatshop for a presentation by Jim Tolpin.
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Register Now for Sailing Courses
Summer is on its way and it’s time to register for summer sailing courses! Experienced U.S. Sailing instructors, year-round wind, and a beautiful waterfront location surrounded by the Olympic and Cascade Mountains combine to make the Northwest Maritime Center’s Basic Keelboat Program one of the best and most beautiful in the region. Experience sailing for the first time or take your skills to the next level!
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Downsizing Your Boat Gear?
Marine Thrift is Port Townsend’s new resource for affordable boat gear. And so far, it has been a hit!
Marine Thrift uses contributions of boat gear to help support the Maritime Center’s mission, so please keep us in mind when you’re cleaning out your garages and boats.
Contributions can be made Thursday-Saturday at Marine Thrift (315-B Haines Place), 9 a.m.-3 p.m., or at the Wooden Boat Chandlery, 7 days a week, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. It’s tax-deductible and all proceeds benefit the NWMC!
Marine Thrift needs a volunteer to help with identification and valuation of items. If you can help, please contact volunteer@nwmaritime.org. |
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Volunteer Signups for R2AK & Wooden Boat Festival Coming in May
Volunteer shift signups are on their way. Watch your email for updates on opening day for signups. Need to join our volunteer email list? Contact our volunteer coordinator at volunteer@nwmaritime.org or call 360.385.3628 x115 to be added to the list.
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Register Now for Marine Weather
May 21-22, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
The Marine Weather course teaches the practical application of both atmospheric science and oceanography in relation to sailing. Whether you’re planning a day sail or a long distance voyage, sail safer and faster with a better understanding of the weather. May’s classes will be taught by David Wilkinson.
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School Programs Sailing into Spring!
Bravo Team, PTHS Vessel Operations Class, Girls Boat Project, and Catlin Gabel School have all been getting out on the water this spring. In March the Catlin Gabel School from Portland piloted a new partner program with the Schooner Martha and Longboats.
Starting in May the campus will be bustling with Maritime Discovery Programs for Quilcene, Chimacum, and Port Townsend. Mark your calendars for June 3, 1:00-2:30 p.m. for the Maritime Discovery Program community presentation and celebration.
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Western Flyer Tours Begin May 7
Summer Tour Schedule:
Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Tuesdays & Thursdays 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Come witness the full restoration of the boat made famous by John Steinbeck’s Sea of Cortez. Docents will be available to give free guided tours on Saturdays and discuss the restoration on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
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2016 Classic Mariners’ Regatta
Entry Fee: $50/boat
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Boating Season Opening Day Parade
Saturday, May 7
The Port Townsend Yacht Club will host the annual Opening Day Boat Parade and other community events on May 7. Join us at the Northwest Maritime Center to watch the waterfront parade, and don’t miss the Boat U.S. Concert with Lobo del Mar on the NWMC commons.
Want to join the parade? RSVP here and learn more about all the Opening Day events.
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Sea Shanties Song Circle
May 11, 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Northwest Maritime Center
Sea Shanties Song Circle is the second Wednesday of each month. This is a free family-friendly event!
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Save the Date: Navigator Brunch
Saturday, July 23
Free, RSVP Required
Attracting both long-time supporters and new friends, the
Navigator Brunch is a celebration of our mission and the people who help bring it to life. It’s an inspiring fundraiser and a fun way to get to know the organization. After all, we do kick things off with mimosas. 2016’s theme is Momentum–join us on July 23rd and find out why!
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| May 3 |
GiveBIG – more info |
| May 7 |
Boating Season Opening Day – more info |
| May 7 |
Western Flyer Tours Official Start Date |
| May 13 |
“By Hand and Eye” with Jim Tolpin |
| June 3 |
Maritime Discovery Program Community Showcase |
| June 3-5 |
Classic Mariners’ Regatta – more info |
| June 11-12 |
Pocket Yacht Palooza – more info |
| June 22 |
R2AK Pre-Race Ruckus |
| June 23 |
Race to Alaska Start – more info |
| July 23 |
Navigator Brunch – more info |
| September 9-11 |
Wooden Boat Festival – more info |
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