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Carrot Salad

Posted on July 7, 2016 by Admin

Ingredients: 4 or 5 large carrots 1 smal red onion ¼ cup dried currants ¼ cup walnuts (chopped) Dressing: ¼ cup canola oil 1 Tbsp white wine vinegar 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard Salt Pepper At home: Pack carrots and onion … Continue reading →

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On-Water Communication: Whistle and Paddle Signals

Posted on March 8, 2016 by Admin

When paddling, different factors can  affect good verbal communication. Distance Wind Not speaking loudly and clearly Not being face to face Age, i.e. hearing loss Here is a quick review of whistle and paddle signals to communicate with your paddling group … Continue reading →

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Thinking Outside the Kayak

Posted on November 23, 2015 by Admin

Submitted by Susan Johnson When is a kayak more than a vessel for crossing water? When it becomes an object of art and is the most expensive decorative attraction in the house, of course! We are told it is best … Continue reading →

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BCMTNA receives donation raised at Film Festival

Posted on June 3, 2015 by Admin

At the club June meeting, a cheque for over two thousand dollars was presented to the BC Marine Trails Network Association. The funds raised will be used for the improvement of kayak camping sites in Howe Sound. Thanks to all … Continue reading →

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Follow up on Towing Safety Presentation

Posted on April 14, 2015 by Admin

Here’s a video on the Contact Tow — another option that wasn’t covered in the April meeting. (Thanks Bob S and Joan M ! ): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=otEmFcTTrIU&sns=em

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