What: Shilshole Bay Marina Annual Open Boat Weekend & Swap Meet
When: SaturdayJune 4th – SundayJune 5th, 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Where: Shilshole Bay Marina, Ballard
The merchants from Shilshole Bay Marina, along with the Port of Seattle, have banded together to present the Annual Open Boat weekend to introduce boating to the public and to benefit the Leukemia Cup Regatta (www.leukemiacup.org
/wa) which takes place the following weekend on Saturday, June 11. The weekend’s attractions include:
SAIL FOR A CURE BOAT RIDES
One hour sailboat rides on Puget Sound every half hour all weekend. 30-45 foot yachts, courtesy of Windworks Sailing Center and Seattle Sailing Club. For more information, please call Bob Ross at 206.286.1004. OPEN HOUSES
Take a tour to the amazing live-aboard boats at Shilshole Bay Marina and learn about the fun lifestyles of the Washington live-aboard community, or go visit Seaview Boatyard to check out what services they provide for boaters. SWAP MEET
Bring your nautical gear to swap or come in search of bargains. Pre-registration is highly recommended for swappers due to space constrains. Public swappers: $10 donation per vehicle
Business swappers: $50 donation
To register, contact Brianna Rockenstire the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society at 206. 628.0777 ext. 117 or [email protected]
BOAT SHOW
Over 50 boats for sale will be on display and open for inspection, including new and used sailboats, trawlers, and yachts. Brokers, sailing club and charter boat representatives will also be on hand from Seattle Yachts, Admiralty Yachts, Sail Northwest, Seattle Sailing Club, and Windworks Sailing Center. DONATE AND GET A DOG
Enjoy a hot dog, a bag of chips and a soft drink while you search for bargains at the swap meet or wait for your boat ride. Donations accepted for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. The event is sponsored by the Shilshole Bay Marina Group; Sail Northwest, Seattle Sailing Club, Windworks Sailing Center, Seattle Yachts, Admiralty Yachts, Levy Film, Seaview Boatyard, Washington Live-Aboard Association, the Port of Seattle, the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, and SeattleBoatShow.com
