Vessel Profile

Fraser Pilot (II)

Fraser Pilot (II)
Photo: Kyle Stubbs photo January 9, 2026, Bellingham WA

Story

This pilot boat was built in 1937 by Star Shipyards (Mercers) Ltd. in New Westminster, BC.

Historical Notes

In 1970 this vessel was in Fraser River service.

In 2026 this vessel was afloat in Bellingham WA USA.

Owners & Masters

In 1937-1945 she was owned by Francis P. Matheson, New Westminster BC Canada.

In 1945-1953 she was owned by William Gifford (MO), New Westminster BC Canada.

In 1953-1957 she was owned by Alexander S. Duncan, New Westminster BC Canada.

In 1957 she was owned by Mildred H. Duncan (widow), New Westminster BC Canada.

In 1957-1958 she was owned by Jack M. Warren, New Westminster BC Canada.

In 1958-1959 she was owned by William E.A. Mercer (MO), New Westminster BC Canada.

In 1959-1974 she was owned by The Minister of Transport, Ottawa ON for Pacific Pilotage Authority.

In 1974-1975 she was owned by Geoffrey E. Stewart (MO), Ioco BC Canada.

In 1975-1979 she was owned by Paul F. Stenner (MO), Victoria BC and Geoffrey E. Stewart, Victoria BC Canada.

In 1986 as a yacht she was owned by Ronald Skinner, Victoria BC Canada. (Canada registry closed 1986-11-28) In 2004 she was owned by Scott Ashworth, Whidbey Island WA USA.

In 2026 she was owned by USA interests.

Repower

Repowered with a 147hp engine (1958);

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