Through preservation efforts on the Shenandoah, we can see into a past of massive forests, abundant salmon runs, and family enterprise.
On the Ways: The remarkable restoration of the F/V Shenandoah Read More
On July 4, master shipwright and third-generation commercial fisherman Michael Vlahovich set out to build a boat in Gig Harbor. Although the vessel was small,
The Batana Project: Celebrating a Connection with Croatian Maritime Heritage Read More
by Erich R. Ebel, author. Editor’s note: In spring 2023, local authors Erich Ebel and Chuck Fowler published a new travel guide to Washington’s coastline,
Exploring Maritime Washington: Your travel guide to Washington’s shores Read More
by Alex Gradwohl, Program Director. In October 2022, the Management Plan for the Maritime Washington National Heritage Area was approved by the Secretary of the
Maritime Washington National Heritage Area: Management Plan approved! Read More
As you explore, you can help take care of these special places so they’re still around for your next visit. Recreate responsibly and follow Leave No Trace principles while exploring outdoor spaces. Visit popular destinations during off-times or shoulder season. Support the communities you visit by frequenting locally owned businesses. And always research guidance for specific locations before you travel — especially for Tribal sites.
