Olympia Yacht Club to host annual SEA Day

An annual effort to highlight best environmental and safety practices will get underway later this month.

The Olympia Yacht Club will host its annual SEA Day on Saturday, April 19, at its facility located at 201 Simmons St. NW in Olympia. The free event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

"A marine swap meet will also be held in the club's parking lot from 9 a.m. to noon," the yacht club said in announcing the event.

"SEA Day (includes) environmental awareness in the marine environment, safety and education exhibits, new Orca distance regulations, flare disposal and fire safety with a simulator, and ways to prevent and manage oil spills."

The U.S. Coast Guar Auxillary will also be on hand to perform boat inspections. The latest safety gear will also be available for purchase.

People who want to sell marine-related items are advised to bring their own tables and chairs with set-up starting at 8 a.m.

Sellers should register in advance by calling 360-584-2952 or by email at franwil@comcast.net.

The Olympia Yacht Club was founded in 1889 as the Olympia Motor Boat Club, according to the yacht club's history timeline.