Dates: Sept 26-Oct 3, 2026
Days: 8 days
Distance: 300+ nm
Start port: Bellingham, WA
End port: Bellingham, WA
Available berths: 6
Price: 5,000 USD
Apply by: May 1, 2026
Private class at renowned Port Townsend Sails loft
Cruise the San Juan Islands
Navigate out the powerful Strait of Juan de Fuca into the Open Pacific
Choose from remote anchorages and learn to deal with powerful tides and currents
Private class at Skagit Valley College's Marine Technology Center in Anacortes
Board the boat in Bellingham, WA as we island hop through our favorite San Juan Island destinations. Point the bow toward Port Townsend for a private class at the world renowned Port Townsend Sails loft. Sail to Sucia Island Marine Park, home to exceptional hiking and marine wildlife and a treasured Salish Sea destination. Learn best anchoring practices and cruise Lopez Island before heading out to the Pacific where you'll get to feel the rolling swell and employ offshore seamanship tactics and advanced weather routing. Explore the remote reaches of the Olympic Peninsula and Salish Sea while learning to deal with strong winds, currents, and tides. Stop at the maritime town of Anacortes for a private class at the Marine Technology Center.
Start by completing the short Application.
We’ll respond within 24–48 hours to confirm bunk availability. If space is available, we’ll send you a more detailed expedition questionnaire and medical form to complete.
After we review your full application and accept you onboard, we’ll send an invoice for a $500 deposit to secure your berth. Your berth fee includes instruction, food, fuel, and moorage. It does not cover airfare, visas, meals ashore, personal expenses, or personal insurance.
Itineraries are subject to change due to wind, ocean conditions, and additional training opportunities