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O'Ryan Marine Boating Links & Resources
When it comes to boating in Washington, we want you to be as safe and informed as possible. Here are some resources you may find useful for the preparation and execution of your boating plans.
Washington Boating Webcams
Check out these live boating webcams when preparing for your next adventure!
- Lake Washington from Carillion Point
- Lake Washington from Holmes Point Waterfront, North of Denny Park
- San Juan Islands
Washington State Boating Information
Here are some of our favorite resources:
Boating Safety Information
- Local Life Jacket Loaner Programs
- Water Safety for Lakes, Rivers and Beaches
- Understanding Weather & Tide Conditions
- Safety Resources
- America's Waterway Watch program
- Children and Personal Watercraft
- Federal Requirements and Safety Tips for Recreational Boats
- Local Notice to Mariners 13th District
- National Weather Service Marine Weather Program
- National Department of Vessel Checks
- Seattle Harbor Patrol
- SYC Float Plan
- US Coast Guard 13th District
- US Coast Guard Investigations and Safety Alerts
- US Coast Guard's Office of Boating Safety
- USCG Auxiliary (USCGAUX) District 13
- Washington Required Equipment Checklist
O'Ryan Marine Resources
Washington State Licensing & Regulations
Testimonials
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Fun & Recreational Resources
Sailing Organizations & Events
- Byte Class
- Corinthian Yacht Club of Edmonds
- Corinthian Yacht Club of Seattle
- International Laser Class, North American Region
- Intercollegiate Sailing Association of North America
- International Sailing Federation
- Interscholastic Sailing Association
- J24 Fleet of Seattle, Fleet 26
- Mukilteo Yacht Club
- North American 6 Meter Association
- Northwest Youth Racing Circuit
- Pacific Cup Yacht Club - West Marine Pacific Cup
- Pacific International Yachting Association (PIYA)
- PHRF-NW
- Swiftsure Race- Royal Victoria Yacht Club
- Transpac
- Van Isle 360 Sailboat Race
- Vic-Maui Yacht Race
- US Sailing
Destination Resources
- British Columbia: Princess Louisa International Society
- Three Sheets Northwest: Pacific Northwest Boating
- Washington to Alaska: Waggoner Cruising Guide
Miscellaneous & Fun
- Fish Report
- Nautical Signal Flag Translator
- Northwest Boater Net Radio
- Recreational Boating Association of Washington
- Yacht Club Burgees
Predicted Log Racing
Technical & Navigational Resources
Weather, Tides, and Currents
- Boater Information System - tides, currents, and winds. Tool done by UoW.
- Canadian Tides, Currents, and Water Levels
- Coastal BC Weather Links
- Georgia Basin Marine Forecasts (Environment Canada)
- National Data Buoy Center (NOAA)
- National Hurricane Center
- National Weather Service Forecast Office Seattle
- Skunk Bay Weather - good summary of data from multiple sources
- Smith Island Weather Station (National Data Buoy Center)
- Tides and Currents for Seattle (NOAA)
- Washington Coastal Marine Weather Forecast
- Washington State DOT Ferry Weather
- Weather.com: Seattle Weather Forecast
- Weather Network
- West Point Weather Station (National Data Buoy Center)
- Windfinder.com
- WWW Tide and Current Predictor
Navigation and Traffic
- Ballard Locks
- Electronic Navigation Charts from NOAA
- Lake Washington Ship Canal Rowing Traffic Pattern
- Marine Traffic.com - AIS display of world-wide boating traffic
- Navigation Rules (COLREGS)
- Puget Sound Pilots Advice on Avoiding Large Ships
- Seattle Bridge Information
- Sector Seattle Vessel Traffic Service
- US VHF Channels
- Bowdich - American Practical Navigator
Environmental Resources
International Resources
Customs and Border Services
- Canada Border Services Agency
- Canadian Border Boat Landing Program (I-68)
- CANPASS Canadian Private Boat Program
- NEXUS border crossing information
- Requirements for Foreign Recreational Boaters In Canadian Waters
- Customs Pleasure Boat Reporting Requirements
- Clearing Customs in Canada and USA (San Juan Yachting Charters)