The "Pirates Landing" at Alki is a Seafair tradition (set this year for July 10) but the Pirates are in trouble and need financial aid to keep them afloat. The organization is not really part of Seafair, receiving no money from the organization but they are woven deeply into the traditions of the annual event. Duke Moscrip, owner of Duke's Chowder House has launched a campaign to help the rowdy crew who otherwise would have to meet their own expenses, and in some cases lose crew members. He's sent out a letter to his 70,000 strong email list asking those who can, to make a donation to help the pirates. You can also donate directly at Duke's Chowder House.

Here's Duke's letter:

You and Duke can rescue Seafair Pirates
Another Seafair Tradition is in trouble. The Seafair Pirates have been abandoned. They lost their sponsors and we ought to help them. Not only do they volunteer their time for free, they will now be forced to cancel the Pirates Landing or pay for it themselves which just isn’t right. The Pirates land at Alki Beach on July 12. It’s only 19 days away.

Any donation is appreciated*.

Send $1,000. $500. $250. $100. $50. $25. $10. Send me a check made out to "Duke’s for the Pirates" at 7858 Greenlake Dr N, Seattle, WA 98103 or use your credit card (click here). All proceeds go to the Seafair Pirates. Time is running out and they really need our help.

The Pirates have been around for 60 years, a great community tradition. Let’s not allow this tradition to go away or make the Pirates pay when they’re the ones putting on the show.

Thank you.

Duke

*Donations in amounts that vary from those available in our online store can be sent in the form of check or money order to "Duke's for the Pirates" at 7858 Greenlake Dr N, Seattle, WA 98103.