Category Archives: trip/training report

Use for all reports of SKABC training sessions or trips. Reports can include a write-up and/or photos/videos. If it includes photos/videos, also use the tag photo/video links.

Trip Leader course. May 2026

Posted on June 10, 2026 by Jidy

Two instructors and five course participants set out in the morning from the Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal, rolling our boats onto the ferry despite some misdirection from ferry staff. Rolling off at Swartz Bay, we negotiated our way through the terminal … Continue reading →

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Gambier Island Kayak Cuisine Weekend May 23-24 2026

Posted on May 27, 2026 by Kevin Webmaster

On Saturday, May 23, 2026, 10 paddlers set out from Brunswick Beach bound for Gambier Island, loaded with delicious ingredients for a ‘Kayak Cuisine Weekend’ to remember! The crossing from Brunswick to Gambier took about 90 minutes with a moderate … Continue reading →

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Exploring in the Discovery Islands

Posted on May 12, 2026 by Kevin Webmaster

The convoy to Heriot Bay was uneventful, but the sunny, warm weather was welcome. However, after we looked around for parking and launching sites, it became apparent that the prevailing headwind would keep us shore bound at the Heriot Bay … Continue reading →

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Harrison River from Harrison Hot Springs to Harrison Mills

Posted on October 25, 2025 by Kevin Amos

Trip Report Harrison River from Harrison Hot Springs to Harrison Mills October 11, 2025 Leaders: Kapila and Quirine Participants: Rob, Peter, Christine, Esmeralda, Eric, Belva, Bob, Lorraine, Daisie and Nancy The Harrison River offers idyllic scenery on a stress-free paddle … Continue reading →

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Kayaking Trip Report – Sechelt Inlet

Posted on August 29, 2025 by Kevin Amos

Kayaking Trip Report – Sechelt Inlet (Aug 2025) bv Michele Filion Participants: Jayne, Colleen, Kevin, Limor, Mackenzie, Michele This was my very first SKABC trip, and it was such a memorable introduction. Beyond the paddling itself, I especially enjoyed hearing … Continue reading →

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