Promoting the Vitality & Economic Benefits of

Whatcom’s working waterfronts

A coalition for all

Our mission is a waterfront that works for everyone.

We are a coalition of members from your community who live and work on these waters and shores. We build boats, supply goods and services, and help create opportunities for recreation to our neighbors and our community.

Our waterfronts are vital to the resiliency of our economy, providing our region with stable, living wage jobs, support for our families, and an affordable quality of life. We revere and protect the source of our livelihood – the Salish Sea and coastal North America.  Become a member today, and help us preserve the economic balance of our waterfront that keeps Whatcom County thriving!

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News and Updates

Stay up to date with our Waterfront Wednesdays and On The Waterfront newsletters. Check out the recent editions below!

Waterfront Wednesday April 10 2024

By Dan Tucker • 10 Apr, 2024
WA Sea Grant hosts safety at sea courses, Tide to Table coming up with kayak tour and hotel leo stay, Silfab Solar leaving Bellingham Waterfront, Port Commissioner Shephard gives update on Shipping Terminal lease termination, Washington Maritime National Heritage Area convenes first in-person conference.

Waterfront Wednesday March, 27 2024

By Dan Tucker • 27 Mar, 2024
Bornstein Seafoods closes Bellingham Operations, Port of Bellingham & ABC Recycling agree to lease termination, M/V David B and Northwest Navigation host open house, and our Tide to Table auction hosts excursions, getaways and unique experiences. On the Waterfront Spring 2024 edition is out.

Bornstein Seafoods to Close Bellingham Plant Operations

By Dan Tucker • 26 Mar, 2024
Bornstein Seafoods closing Bellingham operations
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Love Your Waterfront on the Radio!

The Whatcom Working Waterfront Coalition has teamed up with Bellingham Seafeast and Community-Powered KMRE 88.3 Community Radio to bring you Love Your Waterfront, a monthly broadcast of the news, events, and stories that surround your waterfront.


You can tune in, and listen to past episodes by clicking "Love Your Waterfront" below!

Love Your Waterfront - Link to Page

Upcoming Events

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These are just a few of our members who help keep our waterfronts working for all!

Member Directory

members make our waterfront

We have a diverse and strong waterfront in Bellingham. Along our shores, we have everything from boat building to whale-watching, welding to kayak tours, and maritime heritage sites to seafood festivals. 


Our membership drives our waterfronts and our mission.  Become a member today and join your community in creating a balanced waterfront that works for all.

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