by Greg Buscher, PLYC Communication Manager Last month I wrote about the challenges facing yacht clubs up and down the coast, with Port Ludlow Yacht Club (PLYC) being no exception. It seems clubs of all kinds that don’t adapt to a changing environment risk becoming quaint anachronisms. Still, for a yacht club, tradition will always be hugely important. So, this month I’m focused on cruising, a core PLYC tradition kicking off this month! While not immune to the need to change

If you live in Port Ludlow and have ever wanted to try fly fishing or have fly fished in the past, you’re in a good place for two reasons: (1) the variety of fine fly fishing opportunities near Port Ludlow for trout, bass, bluegills, salmon, and more; and (2) the excellent source for instruction and companionship right here – the Port Ludlow Fly Fishers. Formed in 1995, the Port Ludlow Fly Fishers club meets weekly on Tuesdays (except during December…too many holiday distract

by Kathleen Traci, PLWGA Publicity Chairperson The Port Ludlow Women’s Golf Association (PLWGA) is an 18-hole women’s league led by Captain Linda Aho. PLWGA Co-Captains are Beth Weaver and Diane Germain; Secretary, Kathy Traci; and Treasurer, Linda Haskin. Opening Day will be April 7 . Invitations have been emailed to all active and social members. Members need to sign up for nine holes of golf and the Opening Day Luncheon, planned by Turney Oswald and Linda Bloemeke. Linda H

by Kathleen Traci, Lady Niners’ Publicity Chairperson The Niners’ Men and Women who play nine holes of competitive golf weekly are looking forward to a great 2026 season. A kick-off for the season will be the 2026 Niners’ Cocktail Party on Thursday, April 2 . It is expected that the event will be well attended by members of the Niners’ League and their spouses and friends. John Bockoven, Niners’ Captain, will welcome the leagues’ members, highlight the coming season’s events

by John Fillers, Port Ludlow Hiking Club Hikers gather at the Bridge Deck in Port Ludlow at 8:15 a.m. for directions and to arrange carpools, leaving by 8:30 a.m. To find the Bridge Deck location visit the club’s website at portludlowhikingclub.com and click the ABOUT tab. Individuals on the hiking email list receive notifications during the week of scheduled outings. If you wish to be added to the distribution list, please visit the club’s website at portludlowhikingclub.co

Spirits Bar & Grill is firing up the mornings starting April 1! Served Wednesday through Sunday, 7–10 am, it's a breakfast worth getting out of bed for. Chef Dave isn’t holding back—dig into his legendary French Toast Bake, a bold Chorizo Burrito, indulgent Breakfast Poutine, and a full lineup of omelettes and Benedicts. Need something sweet? Don’t miss the Maple Bacon Pancakes. With 18 crave-worthy dishes to explore, this could be your new favorite way to start the day.

by Stephanie Buehler, Guest Writer Have you ever wondered how you could make a real difference in the life of an at-risk child? On April 1 (no foolin') at the Bay Club from 11:00 to 1:00, come and learn about some opportunities. The Jefferson County Juvenile & Family Court is in need of volunteers who are vested in our community and want to help improve outcomes for youth through the following positions: Guardian ad Litem (GAL) Advocate for local children in the foster c

Saturday March 28th presents our community with a choice! How will YOU choose to be involved? At Fort Worden, the annual Connectivity Fair/ now called the Connectivity Summit, will take place over the weekend of March 28th-29th. Indivisible will have a presence at the Connectivity Summit on Saturday, from 10-1, joining local non-profits at the networking portion of that event. Meanwhile, Port Townsend’s local Indivisible chapter of the nationwide network will host one of we

On Saturday, March 28, we have two important opportunities: At Fort Worden, the Connectivity Summit will be in its first day. That, of course, is the same day as a nationally-scheduled No Kings rally. Good news is that both are well worth your time. And, yes, you can attend both if you wish. Go here to learn more .

by Evie Maxwell, Features Editor If all goes according to plans made by Verizon Wireless and Horizon Tower, sometime this summer a 150’ foot new cell tower will go up in Port Ludlow. On land owned by a Port Ludlow LMC resident, the tower will be built via a road off Fleet Drive. In addition to the 150’ tall monopole tower, it will include a 50’ by 50’ fenced enclosure replete with ground mounted equipment and generator. The first occupant of the tower will be Verizon Wirele

Amanda Wilson, locally based Estate Planning Attorney with Northwest Estate Planning & Probate P.S., will present this free seminar and answer questions as time will allow. Join us at the Bay Club, 120 Spinnaker Place, Port Ludlow, WA, on Wednesday, March 11, from 1 - 2 p.m. Walk-ins welcome but RSVP appreciated at (360) 437-4172 or info@nwepp.com .