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We’re many things, and at our core we are an organization that uses powerful maritime experiences to educate, inspire people to adventure, and celebrate our maritime culture. We do it for our own love of boats, in service to our community and maritime industry, but mostly because regardless of the subject, the sea is the most powerful teacher we know.

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Port Townsend Maritime Academy’s Largest Class Ever Begins Their Maritime Journey

Port Townsend Maritime Academy’s (PTMA) Class of 2025 have taken to the stage in style, being the largest class size in PTMA history. Our students come from across the western shores of Puget Sound, and meet together every morning at the Northwest Maritime Center.  Students began the year by attending a festival—the Wooden Boat Festival…

Adventure Awaits: Team Longboat’s Season is Underway!

“…And we’re bound away for Austraaaalia!” We are three weeks into Team Longboat (formerly Bravo Team) with a motley crew of brand-new folks and seasoned returners! The returning crew has stepped up into leadership roles to show new folks the ropes (literally), and the crew is working amazingly well together, singing chanteys, rowing hard, and…

Ready for WA360? Applications Open November 15!

WA360 is finally back after four long years, and the cannon fires at 11 AM on June 28, 2025. If you missed it the first time or you’re looking for a northwest adventure race that lets you keep your engine aboard, WA360 has your name on it. Starting in Port Townsend, and with four waypoints…

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The mission of Northwest Maritime is to engage and educate people of all generations in traditional and contemporary maritime life, in a spirit of adventure and discovery.

Northwest Maritime (FEIN # 91-1931643) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

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