Category Archives: general interest

Generally for information about non-SKABC initiated activities, e.g. presentations by third-parties that may be of interest to our members.

Orca Award and Silver Paddle Award presented at Volunteer Appreciation Dinner

SKABC’s Volunteer Appreciation Dinner at Trout Lake Community Centre featured the award presentation for George P, as winner of the Orca Award for his volunteer contributions as club President and Instructor. Kevin A was the winner of the Silver Paddle … Continue reading

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Howe Sound Sites Update from AGM

Thank you Howe Sound Site Steward Steve Best for this video about our amazing progress creating and upgrading the boat-access campsites this past year: https://youtu.be/KXsCgRt6szg

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Big Brothers/Big Sisters Paddle report

Big Brothers/ Big Sisters Paddle Submitted by: Calvin Sam Photo Credit: Limor S. Friedman Location: Rock Point Park Event Date: August 11, 2024 Event Time: 0900h to 1700h Another successful paddling event held to support the Big Brothers & Big … Continue reading

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Recap of July Currents Course

Submitted by Amanda M Apparently there is a lot of math involved in kayaking. This was a key take away I had from the SKABC Current course that took place on Mayne Island on July 19 – 21, 2024. Taught … Continue reading

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Congratulations Silver Paddle Award winners Kevin Hall and Quirine Schuyff

The Silver Paddle Award is given to SKABC volunteers who have made exceptional contributions to the club. This year’s award winners are: – Kevin Hall for his work as Programs Officer, Director, Rescues and rolling workshop instructor, and Thornbroughn Site … Continue reading

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