May 2025 Newsletter

Summer Hours Start Memorial Day Weekend

Office: 8am-5pm, 7 Days a week

Yard: 7am-7pm Monday-Thursday, 7am-9pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Meet Our New Marina General Manager: A Lifelong Boater with a Passion for Service

If you’ve spent time on the water in the South Sound, there’s a good chance you’ve crossed wakes with Chris Axtell—the new General Manager of Dagmars Marina. An avid boater and fisherman since childhood, Chris brings a lifetime of tide-chart planning and a professional background in operations, marketing, and customer service to his new role. After 15 years in real estate, Chris is now focused on making the Dagmars’ experience even better. From upgrading the facilities to providing service that makes every guest feel known and cared for, he’s here to make sure you’re ready for a great day on the water. When he’s not at Dagmars, you’ll find Chris biking, snowboarding, crabbing or golfing with his wife and two sons. “Boating is a passion for so many,” he says. “It’s a joy to be part of that—and to help people get out there with a smile.” 

Please stop by and introduce yourself next time you’re at Dagmars.

Tulalip Bubble Opens for Chinook

The Tulalip Bubble Fishery, also known as the Tulalip Terminal Area, will be open for Chinook fishing from May 24 to September 2, 2025. Fishing is also planned to be open on September 3-6, and then again on September 7-22, 2025. The Bubble is open Fridays through noon Mondays. Daily limit is 2 fish, with a minimum Chinook size of 22 inches. Chum and wild Chinook are to be released.

It’s Spot Shrimp Time!

Opening day of shrimp season is May 21st. Check the WDFW announcement HERE for more info. Also, be aware that tides may affect the launch windows for both opening day and any future dates, so please plan accordingly.

Get your Dagmars Merch!

We now have Dagmar’s branded merchandise available in the office. Hoodies, hats, sunglasses, and a variety of dry bags are all available for sale. Prices range from $20 to $200. Stop in and check them out!

Be sure to check the tides…

Know how much water is required to launch your boat, and please use one of the many downloadable apps for tide charts/graphs to plan your day. Click HERE for local information.

Earn a free month’s moorage!

Just refer a new customer to Dagmars, and for each signed and paid customer who mentions your name, you will receive one free month’s moorage once they’ve arrived!

Reminder: We require you to be onsite before requesting a launch

This helps to assure that your boat is water ready (drain plugs in, fenders out, etc.) and also prevents back-ups in the launching lanes due to “no shows.” Thank you for your cooperation!

Recycling options now available!

We’re excited to announce that we’ll now have totes located at each dumpster and outside the office for your recycling needs.

New 24/7 Self-Serve Ice Machine…

We are thrilled to announce the arrival of our new self-serve ice machine at the marina operated by Ice Guys! It will be available 24/7 at the end of the deck near the main office and boat launch. It offers the convenience of bagged or fill-it-yourself ice. No waiting and no more need to flag down someone to unlock an ice chest – simply bring your cooler and fill it up for your next outing!

Please note that the machine is credit card only, so no cash is accepted.

Please make a point to stop by the office and say hello to Sam…

Sam will be helping us out on weekends beginning this summer. We’re excited to welcome her smiling face to the office team!

“Saltwater Salmon Fishing Basics”

Saturday, May 17th 3pm-6pm

Free Event!!S

Puget Sound summer salmon fishing will be here before you know it, and we have a bevy of seasoned anglers at Dagmars who would like to share their knowledge of the sport with you. If you are new to fishing, looking for some tips and tricks, or want to make this the year to teach your child or grandchild the thrill of having a “Fish, On!” we’d love to provide the opportunity for you to meet some Dagmars legends of the salmon fishing craft. If you’d like to attend, please RSVP by May 10th HERE, or call the office at (425) 259-6124.ERE.

Fish Washington® Mobile App…

Whether you are an experienced angler or just getting started, the Fish Washington® app should be on your smartphone or other mobile device. The app can be downloaded for free from Google Play and Apple’s App Store. Users who already have the Fish Washington®

New Service for Boaters: OnBuoy…

Have you ever felt the frustration of trying to find a safe place to tie-up while away from Dagmars? This boating season, there’s a new way to find and reserve guest moorage that’s not only convenient but also beneficial for the environment. OnBuoy is an online platform that connects boaters with private moorage options. Think of it like Airbnb for guest moorage. OnBuoy aims to ease peak-season stress for boaters and help protect our waters at the same time by reducing the need to drop anchor. It’s free to join and free to list a moorage. Check it out at HERE.

What else is new at Dagmars?

Are you ready for some boating?!? Maybe some fishing?!? We’re looking forward to a great season with all of you. See you soon!