Events

Beyond the Breakwater: Western Towboat

April 23, 2026, 6:30-8:00pm

Port of Edmonds Commission Room – 471 Admiral Way, Edmonds, WA 98020

RSVP below

Join us for an engaging session led by Captain Rich Christianson, Director of Safety and Training at Western Towboat. We’ll cover real-world towing configurations, practical tips for reading marine weather, and an inside look at maritime careers—including United States Coast Guard licensing.

Captain Rich has spent his entire 20+ year career on the water mainly operating tugs up and down the West Coast. Trained at the Maritime Academy and shaped by years at sea, he brings a mix of wild, firsthand stories and hard-earned knowledge to help you stay safe, confident, and capable out on the Pacific Ocean and Puget Sound.

The session wraps with a hands-on splicing demonstration—your chance to level up your skills and dial in your setup. Learn how to upgrade your anchor system, create custom dock lines, tow bridles, and eye splices, and walk away with practical techniques you can use right away on your own boat and gear.

General schedule for the evening:

• 6:30-7:00 Welcome and interesting insights from the pros
• 7:00-7:30 Hands-on lesson
• 7:30-8:00 Refreshments and socializing

This free workshop will take place in the Port of Edmonds Commission Room, on the second floor of the Port Administration building at 471 Admiral Way. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP so staff can plan for seating and refreshments, but drop-ins are welcome.

Beyond the Breakwater reflects the Port’s commitment to supporting local businesses, expanding community knowledge, and fostering a vibrant waterfront.

The Hookup Hut is your local source for bait and tackle. Look for their vending machine just south of the public launch at the Edmonds Marina!

Edmonds Yacht Club Workshop: Suddenly In Command

April 25th 12pm-4pm

EYC Clubhouse – 326 Admiral Way, Edmonds, WA 98020

The Edmonds Yacht Club invites you to a hands-on workshop to learn emergency boating skills. U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary volunteer instructor Captain Linda Lewis will help participants learn everything from making a VHF call, to techniques for getting a person out of the water. Linda is a popular instructor, well regarded for her approachable and practical teaching style. You’ll come away from class with excellent knowledge, enhanced skills, and greater confidence.

This event is free for Edmonds Yacht Club members and the public.

Please visit the events calendar on www.edmondsyachtclub.com to register. Your registration helps us ensure adequate learning materials and a mid-afternoon snack.

Beyond the Breakwater: Compass Courses

May 21, 2026, 6:30-8:00pm

Port of Edmonds Commission Room – 471 Admiral Way, Edmonds, WA 98020

RSVP below

Level up your on‑the‑water know‑how with free, hands‑on workshops where local boaters and anglers come together to learn from real maritime pros. Dive in, get practical skills, and connect with a community that loves the water as much as you do. Beyond the Breakwater is brought to you by the Port of Edmonds and the Hookup Hut.

General schedule for the evening:

• 6:30-7:00 Welcome and interesting insights from the pros
• 7:00-7:30 Hands-on lesson
• 7:30-8:00 Refreshments and socializing

This free workshop will take place in the Port of Edmonds Commission Room, on the second floor of the Port Administration building at 471 Admiral Way. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP so staff can plan for seating and refreshments, but drop-ins are welcome.

No prior fishing experience required. Just curiosity and a love for the water!

Beyond the Breakwater reflects the Port’s commitment to supporting local businesses, expanding community knowledge, and fostering a vibrant waterfront.

The Hookup Hut is your local source for bait and tackle. Look for their vending machine just south of the public launch at the Edmonds Marina!