Larry and Linda Hansen returned from their 2.5 month cruise north to Glacier Bay this past week. Larry sent me the following pictures note to tell us of their adventures. With their permission, I am sharing it with you below. Glacier Bay Hi Peter, Orca Blue has completed her journey to South East Alaska and back. We were gone 2 …
The Uncorking of Nor’wester
This past weekend, Jan and I took Nor’wester to Kirkland, WA for “Kirkland Uncorked”, a “Festival of Art, Style, and Taste”. The event was held at Marina Park on Lake Washington. All I can say is: Wow!… The crowds were amazing. We estimate that more than 2500 people boarded Nor’wester during the 3 day event. At one time, I counted …
Nor’wester Coming "Uncorked"
Jan and I will be bringing Nor’wester to Kirkland Uncorked on July 17-19. Here is what they say about the event: “Kirkland Uncorked: A Festival of Art, Style & Taste is a grand celebration showcasing Washington’s finest wines, gourmet food, engaging art and the best Northwest jazz — all in one elegant, entertaining weekend on the shores of Lake Washington. …
Alaskan Adventure for Orca Blue
Larry and Linda Hansen Larry and Linda Hansen left for Alaska in late May aboard Northwest 45, hull #3, Orca Blue. I have been receiving their Spot position almost daily since they left. Larry sent me the below pictures which I am sure you will agree, are spectacular. (Click on the images to enlarge) Underway An Orca Escort off Stuart …
San Juan Island Yacht Club Cruise And Shilshole "Open House"
Jan and I have been members of the San Juan Island Yacht Club for many years. We have not, however, attended any events that they put on since we moved from Friday Harbor to Anacortes about 5 years ago. Consequently, not many people from the yacht club had ever been aboard Nor’wester to see it. When we got a call …
Northwest Trawlers Wins "People’s Choice Award" at Trawler Fest, Anacortes
We are thrilled that the attendees at Trawler Fest, Anacortes have chosen the Northwest 50 as the recipient of the “People’s Choice Award for 2009. We had hundreds of people aboard during the 3 day event. We lost count of how many wonderful compliments we received but the biggest compliment of all was to win the award. There are so …
Weather Is Fine…..Wish You Were Here
Trawler Fest Anacortes kicked off yesterday with sopping wet conditions in the morning. But by early afternoon, the sun was shining and out came the trawler enthusiasts. This is the largest Trawler Fest yet, surpassing Solomons Maryland in registered attendees as well as exhibitors. There are over 80 shoreside exhibitors and more boats in the water exhibits than I can …
The Testing Continues
For the past several weeks, we have been conducting sea trials on the new NW 50, hull #1. There are many systems to not only test to make sure they work, but we are doing continuing testing to insure that there is minimal chance of infant mortality.The electronics package is pretty much all integrated. With this level of complexity and …
First, I want to thank you for your continued interest in Northwest Trawlers. Today, I am writing to share some recent news with you: Over this past weekend, we updated our website to include more information on the NW 50 and NW 55. In addition, the “Welcome Page” now offers an opportunity for you to view our company video. Some …
Another Sneak Peek
Its been a busy week but I headed over to NW 5001 yesterday to see, first hand, the progress being made. I am always amazed at what the guys have accomplished. The boat is even more impressive in person than in pictures but I couldn’t resist taking some more shots and posting them. Please bear in mind that the boat …