August 2025
August 1, 2025
How is it already August? The docks are buzzing, the sails are full, and we’re soaking up every bit of summer on the water. From race nights to woodworking classes, public sails to community events, there’s no shortage of ways to get involved. Come down, get out on the lake, and make the most of these beautiful days with us.
Fair winds,
Josh Anderson
Executive Director
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Programs
- Milfoil Dodgers Regatta
- CLC Northeast Dory Class
- Summer Race Series
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Community
- Canoe Journey
- Float Our Future Survey
- Meet our newest team member!
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SLU Block Party
Join us at South Lake Union Block Party on August 8th! Stop by and say hi, learn more about what we're up to this summer, and enjoy the party! Enjoy food trucks, lawn games, and local bands! At Westlake Ave N and Denny Way. Admission is free, and all ages are welcome.
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Free Walking Tours
Explore the vibrant maritime world of Lake Union with Future Tides! Join them for a free, guided walking tour that dives into the fascinating stories behind the modern maritime industry shaping our waterfront. Discover how boats, businesses, and communities come together around this iconic lake—and see the water in a whole new way. Tours are on August 7th and August 20th @ 6 p.m.
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Third Friday Speaker
Join us for a special edition of our Third Friday Speaker Series featuring Waste is a Construct! This is another great opportunity to meet the artists, explore their creative process, and learn about the environmental and social impacts of derelict vessels and explore innovative solutions. Don’t miss your chance to engage more deeply with this powerful exhibit!
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Public Sail
On the last Sunday of each month this summer, we offer complimentary rides on select boats. Registration opens at 10 AM, and spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, so arrive early to secure your place!
Just three more Public Sails left this year! Make sure you don't miss out on the fun, our next Public Sail on August 31st.
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W.O.O.D. Regatta
Join us for a day of racing in our Norm Blanchard W.O.O.D. Regatta on September 20th! Mark your calendars, we will be accepting registrations for racers 12 years old and up starting August 5th. The regatta will be a day-long event including a BBQ after the racing (tickets sold separately).
Photo credit: Dan Lamont
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Youth Programs
In July, we hosted the Milfoil Dodgers Regatta with partners at Seattle Yacht Club! The Milfoil Dodgers is a series of fun, half-day Saturday regattas for youth ages 8-13. Our racing team performed brilliantly—securing 2nd and 3rd place in the Feva fleet!
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Waterfront Programs
Our Summer Race Series is well underway, but it is not too late to join in on the fun!
This race series is intended to be a fun opportunity to get out on the water and engage in friendly competition. Prizes will be awarded to the top 3 sailors overall for the series. Teams and boats will be assigned randomly, so everyone has a chance to do well in the standings each night!
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Boatshop Programs
In July, our CLC Stitch & Glue Kayak class gave students the exciting chance to build their very own boat right here in our Boatshop!
Looking ahead to August 4th–9th, we’re hosting a sold-out Northeast Dory class. Throughout the week, students will craft this wonderfully versatile boat from start to finish. If you drop by, you might catch some of the action as the Dories take shape!
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Canoe Journey
The Paddle to Elwha has concluded, with celebrations now underway in Lower Elwha. This annual journey—a powerful revival of Indigenous canoe traditions—brings healing and connection to Tribal nations across the Pacific Northwest. We’re honored that our longtime artist-in-residence, Sáádúúts, and his family prepared for this journey at CWB, practicing in our new Clipper Canoe. As we celebrate this meaningful event, we also acknowledge that our work unfolds on the ancestral lands of the Duwamish People, whose stewardship and resilience continue to inspire and guide us.
Photo Credit: The Seattle Times
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Float Our Future Survey
Please take a moment to fill out our brief, anonymous survey! Lake Union Park is shaped by a community with diverse identities, values, and experiences. This survey is an effort to better understand and document those perspectives: how the park is used, how people connect to the environment, and what it feels like to spend time here. It is part of a University of Washington capstone in collaboration with The Center for Wooden Boats, supporting Float Our Future, the Center’s community-driven effort to keep the park inclusive, vibrant, and welcoming for generations to come.
We deeply appreciate your time, perspective, and support.
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Meet our Newest Team Member
Corey McDaniel, Development Director: Eager to join CWB, Corey brings over 20 years of nonprofit leadership to CWB, with experience spanning arts, education, and human services. He’s helped raise millions through grants, campaigns, and donor engagement—all with a deep passion for community. A lifelong lover of boats and the water, Corey’s journey started at his dad’s marina on Lake Travis in Texas. At CWB, he leads all fundraising, communications, and marketing efforts to ensure maritime heritage stays vibrant and accessible. Outside of work, you’ll find him directing theatre or out exploring the Northwest with his Aussie Doodle, Ripley.
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Volunteers
Summer is busy time for volunteers; from Boatshop projects, to helping folks get on the water, to helping greet the influx of visitors! We wouldn't be able to get through the season without our amazing community of volunteers.
Want to become a volunteer? Next Volunteer Orientation: August 9th @ 10 AM in the Boathouse.
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Membership
Our last Yoga on the Docks is coming up on August 7th! Members have the chance to participate in a free class on our docks with our benefit partners at DRIFT Yoga + Juice. We'll also have snacks and drinks afterward! If you're not a member yet, it's not too late to sign up!
For more information about signing up, email membership@cwb.org!
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Boats for Sale
Check out this 16’ Swampscott Dory with Sprit Sail Rig. An eye-appealing Iain Oughtred designed Swampscott dory with a sprit sailing rig, rudder, tiller, centerboard, mast, sprit, optional boom, sail, and two rowing stations. Trailer or oars not included.
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Thank you to Our Generous Sponsors!
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Facility Rentals
Planning a party or gathering? Consider CWB for your next event. Surrounded by stunning views of Seattle from the water with our old boathouse charm, your event is sure to be the most memorable of the year. Fleet Keeper members get 10% off facility rentals!
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Donate
Thank you for supporting CWB and staying up to date with us! Consider making a tax-deductible donation today. Every contribution helps us continue to serve our community through hands-on maritime programs.
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