The end of summer seems to come faster and faster every year, but at least there’s plenty of great content still in store this season. Here’s what you’ve got to look forward to in the next issue of SAIL Magazine.

All Wood, All Good
As the Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival approaches its half-century mark, we look at past, present, and future of this Pacific Northwest classic. By Dieter Loibner

Women Wayfinders
Polynesian women are practicing the ancient art of traditional navigation and inspiring seafaring communities around the globe to do the same. By Brianna Randall

On the Hard
Matt and Jessica Johnson have been handbuilding a 44-foot catamaran in Maryland for years. They share the long journey with us—and 40,000 followers on Instagram. By Wendy Mitman Clarke

Row, Row, Row Your Boat
Rowing dinghies provide exercise, connection with the water, and camaraderie—and they always start on the first pull. By Adam Cove
Plus, reviews of the Windelo 54 and Dragonfly 36, spinnaker tips, night sailing, and more!







