Port Townsend Wa.

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I am in port Townsend Washington the wooden boat capitol of the west coast. I have never seen so many beautiful sailboats in my life. I am helping a guy work on his 54' purse seiner from Alaska. You have no idea how much bottom there is to scrape on one of these, days and days and I did all by myself. There is a lot left to do so I plan on being here for a while, I am living in the boat yard. A dream for me. I am also volunteering at the Northwest Maritme Center two days a week. Amazing how much work you can find if you work for free.

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Photos

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The Lovley Joann

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Inside of Maritime Center

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My oars

Comments

[Kathy]

Port Townsend - little town, big views.
I just came across your blog by chance. Only yesterday I had recommended Port Townsend as a "must go" to some friends. We enjoyed the entire Olympic Peninsula, but this town was one of our favorite stops on our 6 month trip! Thanks for the memory.

[David and penny]

Just recently started receiving your blog. I,m so glad things are working out so well with you. It truly sound amazing. Did Garth like the dime? David is heading home for 4 days - just helping someone drive. He should be back in a week, this guy just had to check on something at home but he has had a recent health problem so David volunteered to go with him to help with driving. David says he started scraping boat bottoms when he was 12 or 13 but he got 50 cents an hour. Waiting for your next blog. Penny

[Hermann Horn]

Just to say thanks for keeping us informed.
Mike how nice for you to find that place.People who work for free,are always welcome,especially the once with your knowledge..Good to hear from you ,don't work too hard ,you are retired after all.Good luck on your journey,take care of yourself. Hermann