Point Defiance Marina
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We offer boat rentals, pier fishing, a public boat launch, a tackle and gift shop, and a waterfront walk. Please be aware your comments are subject to public disclosure laws and will be screened periodically for the following:
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06/03/2026
We are excited to announce our Water & Boating Safety Course Series in partnership with the USCG Auxiliary!
🛶 Paddler's Guide to Safety: July 9, 6-9pm at Owen Beach Pavilion
🌊 Water N' Kids: July 15, 1-3pm at Pagoda Classroom (Ages 8-10)
âš“ Suddenly in Command: August 29, 8:30am-12:30pm at Pagoda Classroom
🛥 Boat America: October 3, 9am-5pm at Owen Beach Pavilion
Interested in a class? Find more information and register on our website: parkstacoma.gov/activities-and-sports/fishing-and-boating/
06/03/2026
05/31/2026
Winners of the kids' fishing competition at the July 1951 Poggie Club Salmon Derby. Per the image description, winners from left to right were:
"Gary Anderson, sixth-place winner; Ronald Robbecke, first boys' prize with his catch which weighed 16 pounds, 13 ounces; Caryn Ann Piper, first girls' prize with her salmon which weighed 15 pounds, 4 ounces; Chuck Lucich, fourth prize, and Jim Johnson, fifth prize. The third place winner, David Rivett, was not present when this picture was taken."
Credit: Northwest Room at The Tacoma Public Library, Richards Studio D59778-31
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5912 N Waterfront Drive
Tacoma, WA
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