June 2023
| Date | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fri, Jun 2, 2023 - Sun, Jun 4, 2023 (5:30 PM - 5:00 PM) |
Remote First Aid (20 hr course)
Remote First Aid is practical, hands-on training designed for casual campers or day hikers. Gain the confidence you need to make informed decisions in emergencies... |
Training Course |
| Sat, Jun 3, 2023 (All Day) |
Big Brothers and Big Sisters Paddle
Volunteers needed! This is a wonderful day where youth get to experience being on the water and building a relationship with their Big Brother or Sister. |
Trip |
| Sun, Jun 4, 2023 (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM) |
New Member Welcome Paddle
The New Member Welcome Paddle is for all club members! Free pizza provided by SKABC. New Members can learn more about club training & trips.... |
Trip |
| Sun, Jun 4, 2023 (1:30 PM - 4:30 PM) |
Rolling Clinic
Date: Sunday June 4, 2023. Time: 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm Location: Sasamat Lake This kayak rolling clinic is aimed at those who have some... |
Training Course |
| Mon, Jun 5, 2023 (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM) |
June Club Meeting featuring Justine Curgenven
Featured guest speaker Justine Curgenven -- topic "Haida Gwaii - Twice Around". Tune in at 7pm for two short presentations -- first Kathryn Anderson of Ocean Legacy, about education on recovering, clean-up and remanufacturing of ocean plastic. Then we'll hear from Karina regarding BCMT's Coastal Caretakers program. Club news and Justine's presentation start at 7:30. After the meeting, chat with other club members in breakout rooms. Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83069231794?pwd=UjhxVEZwUndTVWRMWTdOd0xJNEpSZz09 Meeting ID: 830 6923 1794 Passcode: 548663 |
Meeting, Public |
| Wed, Jun 7, 2023 (8:30 AM - 11:30 AM) |
Strathcona 2 Hour Paddle – 1A
Easy 2 hour paddle launching from Strathcona Park, North Vancouver (Deep Cove, see map below). Suitable for all levels. Come along and meet some new... |
Trip |
| Wed, Jun 7, 2023 (5:30 PM - 9:00 PM) |
Jericho Wednesday Evening Paddle – 2B
Come and have a fun Wednesday evening paddle in English Bay from Jericho Sailing Centre. Route will be determined by the ability of paddlers and... |
Trip |
| Sat, Jun 10, 2023 - Sun, Jun 11, 2023 (9:00 AM - 3:00 PM) |
Rescues and Boat Handling Course (previously Strokes & Rescues)
This course is an excellent follow-up to the Beginners' course and for every paddler wishing to improve their forward and reverse strokes, work on bracing, steering and boat handling techniques, as well as towing and rescues. |
Training Course |
| Sat, Jun 10, 2023 (1:00 PM - 4:00 PM) |
Introduction to Greenland Paddling Clinic
Are you looking for guidance on how best to use your Greenland paddle? This clinic will review types of Greenland paddles, paddle grip, forward stroke,... |
Training Course |
| Sun, Jun 11, 2023 (8:30 AM - 1:00 PM) |
Jericho Sunday Morning Paddle – 2B
Come and have a fun Sunday morning paddle in English Bay from Jericho Sailing Centre. Route will be determined by the ability of paddlers and... |
Trip |
| Wed, Jun 14, 2023 (5:30 PM - 8:30 PM) |
Strathcona 2 Hour Paddle – 1A
Easy 2 hour paddle launching from Strathcona Park, North Vancouver (Deep Cove, see map below). Suitable for all levels. Come along and meet some new... |
Trip |
| Sat, Jun 17, 2023 - Sun, Jun 18, 2023 (All Day) |
Ramilles channel overnight – 3B
Share dinner, bonfire night. Parking is free at Porteau cove. Suitable Weather. Distance: 8 NM (15 Km) each day Required equipment: Dry or Wet suit... |
Trip |
| Wed, Jun 21, 2023 (8:30 AM - 11:30 AM) |
Strathcona 2 Hour Paddle – 1A
Easy 2 hour paddle launching from Strathcona Park, North Vancouver (Deep Cove, see map below). Suitable for all levels. Come along and meet some new... |
Trip |
| Wed, Jun 21, 2023 (5:30 PM - 9:00 PM) |
Jericho Wednesday Evening Paddle – 2B
Come and have a fun Wednesday evening paddle in English Bay from Jericho Sailing Centre. Route will be determined by the ability of paddlers and... |
Trip |
| Sat, Jun 24, 2023 (8:30 AM - 4:30 PM) |
Alouette lake – 2D
Route to cover: Start the first leg to explore the east shoreline, there might be some ruined, artistic shape tree stumps. Return leg on the... |
Trip |
| Sun, Jun 25, 2023 (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM) |
Rescue and Rolling Practice Session
This practice session offers members the opportunity to practice their skills for the summer 2023 paddling season. It will be facilitated by two SKABC members.... |
Training Course |
| Sun, Jun 25, 2023 (9:00 AM - 3:00 PM) |
Rocky Point Sunday Morning Paddle – 2B
Join us for a Sunday morning paddle. Meet at Rocky Point at the boat launch at 9:00 am so we can be on the water... |
Trip |
| Wed, Jun 28, 2023 (5:30 PM - 8:30 PM) |
Strathcona 2 Hour Paddle – 1A
Easy 2 hour paddle launching from Strathcona Park, North Vancouver (Deep Cove, see map below). Suitable for all levels. Come along and meet some new... |
Trip |
| Fri, Jun 30, 2023 (7:30 AM - 6:00 PM) |
Circumnavigate Bowen Island – 3C
Launch at 7:30 from Whytecliff park Distance: 19 NM (34 Km) Required equipment: Dry or Wet suit is mandatory Required Skills: Be able to handle... |
Trip |
July 2023
| Date | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, Jul 2, 2023 (9:00 AM - 3:00 PM) |
Rocky Point Sunday Morning Paddle – 2B
Join us for a Sunday morning paddle. Meet at Rocky Point at the boat launch at 9:00 am so we can be on the water... |
Trip |
| Wed, Jul 5, 2023 (5:30 PM - 9:00 PM) |
Jericho Wednesday Evening Paddle – 2B
Come and have a fun Wednesday evening paddle in English Bay from Jericho Sailing Centre. Route will be determined by the ability of paddlers and... |
Trip |
| Fri, Jul 14, 2023 - Sun, Jul 16, 2023 (All Day) |
Currents course
To paddle safely in currents one requires basic knowledge of currents such as when and where they form as well as developing skills such as ferrying across currents and crossing eddy lines to manoeuvre in and around them. |
Training Course |
| Wed, Jul 19, 2023 (5:30 PM - 9:00 PM) |
Jericho Wednesday Evening Paddle – 2B
Come and have a fun Wednesday evening paddle in English Bay from Jericho Sailing Centre. Route will be determined by the ability of paddlers and... |
Trip |
| Sun, Jul 23, 2023 (8:30 AM - 1:00 PM) |
Jericho Sunday Morning Paddle – 2B
Come and have a fun Sunday morning paddle in English Bay from Jericho Sailing Centre. Route will be determined by the ability of paddlers and... |
Trip |
August 2023
| Date | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Wed, Aug 2, 2023 (5:30 PM - 9:00 PM) |
Jericho Wednesday Evening Paddle – 2B
Come and have a fun Wednesday evening paddle in English Bay from Jericho Sailing Centre. Route will be determined by the ability of paddlers and... |
Trip |
| Wed, Aug 16, 2023 (5:30 PM - 9:00 PM) |
Jericho Wednesday Evening Paddle – 2B
Come and have a fun Wednesday evening paddle in English Bay from Jericho Sailing Centre. Route will be determined by the ability of paddlers and... |
Trip |
| Sun, Aug 27, 2023 (9:00 AM - 3:00 PM) |
Rocky Point Sunday Morning Paddle – 2B
Join us for a Sunday morning paddle. Meet at Rocky Point at the boat launch at 9:00 am so we can be on the water... |
Trip |
| Wed, Aug 30, 2023 (5:30 PM - 9:00 PM) |
Jericho Wednesday Evening Paddle – 2B
Come and have a fun Wednesday evening paddle in English Bay from Jericho Sailing Centre. Route will be determined by the ability of paddlers and... |
Trip |
September 2023
| Date | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Fri, Sep 1, 2023 - Mon, Sep 4, 2023 (All Day) |
Newcastle Island Marine Park Camping
SKABC has reserved group a group campsite for Labour Day Weekend. |
Trip |
| Sat, Sep 9, 2023 - Sun, Sep 10, 2023 (All Day) |
Safe Surf Launching and Landing Course | Course Registration – Sept 9 & 10 2023
This course will give you the basic skills and knowledge to land and launch safely on surf beaches and increase your confidence in rough water. This is not a course on surfing. |
Training Course |
November 2023
| Date | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Wed, Nov 29, 2023 (All Day) |
Week Long Texada, Jedediah, and Lasqueti (3C) DATES BEING CHANGED
Camp at various sites, some developed some not. Details and map to be posted as soon as available. Pre-trip virtual meeting mandatory at date &... |
Trip |