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.

Rescue practice videos

Posted on July 31, 2021 by Admin

Originally posted Feb. 18, 2021. If you missed them the first time, here are some rescue practice videos. Thanks Sue Johnson for sending these along — great to watch if you’re unfamiliar or as a refresher! Paddle float, self-rescue: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hkj2S4yxoQI … Continue reading →

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Tent platform started at Islet View campsite

Posted on July 16, 2021 by Admin

Steve B, Brian P, Thom K and Sue J paddled to Islet View in Howe Sound this past Monday. The group marked a site for the next tent platform (see template wood on Steve’s boat as he launches) and did … Continue reading →

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Photos – July club picnic at Locarno

Posted on July 6, 2021 by Admin

Twenty plus club members gathered at Locarno Beach for a summer picnic. As the evening progressed we had visits at our tent from potential members, games of Cornhole, and a demo of how to paddleboard with a dog. Thanks to … Continue reading →

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Celebrate BC Trails Day and World Oceans Day

Posted on June 6, 2021 by Admin

BC Trails Day on June 5th – film night coming up The first ever BC Trails Day was on Saturday June 5th.   SKABC supports this initiative by the Outdoor Recreation Council of BC to recognize the importance of our trails … Continue reading →

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Special offer: JF Marleau and Justine Curgenven’s books, DVDs

Posted on February 23, 2021 by Admin

JF Marleau, our February guest presenter and owner of SKILS, is extending a special offer to all SKABC members on two of his books that were recently updated and published at the end of 2020: Navigation Sea State & Weather … Continue reading →

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