Get on the Water

There is no better way to experience Wooden Boat Festival than by sea! This year, there are more ways than ever to get out on the water

Paddlewheeler Rides

Located at the basin of the marina. Free! Try a small paddlewheeler made by our school program participants—these have become a huge hit with kids! For ages 12 and under.

Friday 9:30 AM-4:45 PM
Saturday 9:15 AM-4:15 PM
Sunday 9:15 AM-4:15 PM

Paddlewheeler Rides

Located at the basin of the marina. Free! Try a small paddlewheeler made by our school program participants—these have become a huge hit with kids! For ages 12 and under.

Friday 9:30 AM-4:45 PM
Saturday 9:15 AM-4:15 PM
Sunday 9:15 AM-4:15 PM

Paddleboard Rides in the Pool

Paddleboard Pool on the Point. Free! All ages can try out a paddleboard in the paddleboard pool on the Point. This is great for those who have never been on a paddleboard before.

• Friday 10 AM – 6 PM
• Saturday 10 AM – 6 PM
• Sunday 10 AM – 12 PM

Intro To Sailing Lessons

Experience the magic of Port Townsend Bay aboard our stunning wooden sailboat, La Vie en Rose. Raise the sails and take the helm, feel the wind in your face, and learn how to sail under the guidance of our experienced captain. These 1.5-hour lessons are perfect for individuals, families, friends, groups, or couples who would like to try sailing without committing to a multi-day class. Purchase your tickets online (link coming soon).

Friday 10 AM, 12:30 PM, 3 PM
Saturday 10 AM, 12:30 PM, 3 PM
Sunday 10 AM, 12:30 PM

90-minute sailing lessons for individuals or groups
$89 per person | 6 person max

Admiral Jack Boat Tours

Explore Port Townsend from our comfortable catamaran, Admiral Jack! A 40' tour boat in the summer and state-of-the-art floating classroom during the school year, Admiral Jack was relaunched in August of 2021 after a total refit.

The first two tours each day will be available for online ticket purchase in advance (ticket link coming soon!). Tickets for the rest of the tours plus any unsold tickets for the first two tours will be available at the booth on the First Fed Commons for purchase starting at 9 AM each day for that day’s tours only.

• Friday 10 AM, 11:30 AM, 1 PM, 2:30 PM
• Saturday 10 AM, 11:30 AM, 1 PM, 2:30 PM
• Sunday 10 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM

Ticket Costs:
• Adults (age 13 & up): $10
• Youth (age 5-12): $5
• Child (under age 5): free!

Admiral Jack Boat Tours

Explore Port Townsend from our comfortable catamaran, Admiral Jack! A 40' tour boat in the summer and state-of-the-art floating classroom during the school year, Admiral Jack was relaunched in August of 2021 after a total refit.

The first two tours each day will be available for online ticket purchase in advance (ticket link coming soon!). Tickets for the rest of the tours plus any unsold tickets for the first two tours will be available at the booth on the First Fed Commons for purchase starting at 9 AM each day for that day’s tours only.

• Friday 10 AM, 11:30 AM, 1 PM, 2:30 PM
• Saturday 10 AM, 11:30 AM, 1 PM, 2:30 PM
• Sunday 10 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:30 PM

Ticket Costs:
• Adults (age 13 & up): $10
• Youth (age 5-12): $5
• Child (under age 5): free!

Longboat Rides

At the longboat dock in the basin of the marina. A classic Festival experience – Journey back in time aboard replicas of Captain George Vancouver’s boats from 1792. Work together as a crew to row and sail aboard these 26’ open boats with 8 rowing stations. Ages 12 and up. Signups start at 9 AM each morning at the longboat dock in the northeast corner of the marina.

Friday 11 AM – 3:30 PM
Saturday 10 AM – 4:30 PM
Sunday 10 AM – 4:30 PM

Bumblebee Sailboat Rides

The Bumblebee is a motorsailer for the pint-sized mariner. This boat is perfect for kids aged 2–5. It’s the only boat on the market for kids this young! Take it for a spin at Festival!

Hours will be posted at the ramp of the marina.

Adventuress

Step aboard the 106-year-old, fully restored schooner Adventuress for a hands-on sail on Port Townsend Bay. Experience the joy of sailing this beautiful B.B Crowninshield-designed, Rice Brothers-built schooner operated by Sound Experience. Space is limited. For advance purchase of Adventuress tickets visit soundexp.org.

Adventuress

Step aboard the 106-year-old, fully restored schooner Adventuress for a hands-on sail on Port Townsend Bay. Experience the joy of sailing this beautiful B.B. Crowninshield designed, Rice Bros built schooner operated by Sound Experience. Space is limited. For advance purchase of Adventuress tickets visit soundexp.org.

Free Sails on La Vie en Rose

Purchase your tickets to the Wooden Boat Festival by August 15 and be entered into a drawing to win a free two-hour sail on La Vie en Rose at Wooden Boat Festival—a $575 value!

Three lucky winners will be drawn for private sails and the winners can bring up to six people.

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Left Coast Charters

Left Coast Charters provides idyllic, private sailboat charters on Port Townsend Bay for small groups of up to 6 people. Take in picturesque views of historic downtown Port Townsend, Point Hudson and the Admiralty Inlet from the comfort of our traditional wooden catboat. For tickets, please visit left-coast-charters.com.

Left Coast Charters

Traditional Gaff Rigged Catboat, built at the Northwest School of Wooden Boat Building in 2009. This Crosby Design is Eco-Friendly with Electric auxiliary propulsion. Passengers are welcome to take the helm, help to raise sails, or sit back and enjoy the ride. Family Friendly sail, 6 guests max.

Special Festival Pricing $40 per person - One Hour Festival Sail

• Friday | 10-11AM, 12-1PM, 2-3PM, 4-5PM
• Saturday | 10-11AM, 12-1PM, 2-3PM, 4-5PM
• Sunday | 10-11AM, 12-1PM, 2:30-4:30PM
(2 hour sail by sail $80.00 per person)

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