Working Waterfront: Cortland International, Anacortes
At Cortland International’s Anacortes factory, spiderweb-thin strands of fiber become tough ropes for maritime environments.
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At Cortland International’s Anacortes factory, spiderweb-thin strands of fiber become tough ropes for maritime environments.
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In Anacortes, three generations of Huffmans have worked to keep the massive ships at Dakota Creek Industries seaworthy.
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Emerald Marine is preserving the Anacortes working waterfront by passing a business, skills, relationships and tools on to a new owner.
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Marine Fluid Systems is a family shipyard business, but few are aware that the site has operated continuously for more than 120 years.
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Caulking keeps wooden boats floating, but the days of caulking gangs are long gone and only a few people are keeping this trade alive. This is their art.
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Meet Jeremy and Jason Holden, Jamestown S’Klallam fishermen and owners of a waterfront restaurant serving Native-caught seafood.
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By Jeremy Johnson This article is part of a series highlighting the vibrant people and industries that make up the working waterfronts of the Maritime
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By Jeremy Johnson This article is part of a series highlighting the vibrant people and industries that make up the working waterfronts of the Maritime
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“You have to be a stubborn son-of-a-bitch,” Mark noted of the kind of person that makes a good oyster farmer.
Working Waterfronts: Brady’s Oysters, Westport 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.