[Limor Friedman]

Hello fellow paddlers.

Reminder that we have spots available for this Sunday short and fun paddle. leaving Rocky Point at 9:30 am paddle towards Belcarra . Exploring wild life around us. This is an opportunity for those who rent out boats- there is a rental place right there.

*Dry/ wet suit isn’t mandatory.

*Details are at the trip list

Looking forward to seeing you on Sunday.

[Former Member]

As Nick said, check it out

great resource with amazing interactive map and site details with photos

Home

[Nick Heath]

BCMT map is your best info source, Susan, (but I am biased). Most folks would start/finish at Cougar Ck, but be aware that it is often very busy. Pay parking available there. SKABC had a trip to Nootka Sd many years ago and camped at several of the sites incl. Escalante Pt N, Charlie’s Bch, Yuquot also Hoiss Ck, but the latter is no longer sanctioned for use by the local FN. Heather Harbord’s guide is still relevant. We encountered some heavy fog and some sports fishing boats. I needed my air horn. Mostly the paddling & camping were excellent. We didn’t try Burdwood Bay but if the swell is ok it might be super.

[Kevin Amos]

In September of 2021 we launched from Tuta Marina and paddle to Escalate Point. The Marina had no staff and only a handful of RV’s. We had Escalate Point all to ourselves. There is an old cabin by the river you can check out and we walked part of the Nootka trail for a short distance.

Here is a document someone put together that might be helpful.

https://www.skabc.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Kayak-Destination-Info-Sheet-NW-Van.I.-Nootka-Sound.pdf

[Kapila Jayaweera]

I am planning to practice rolling at Sasmat Lake this Saturday morning.

Meet up 9:00am at White Pine beach parking lot F, then use kayak carts to take boats to the beach.

Usual practice time is about two to three hours.

Parking lot F coordinates are (49.32630912976036, -122.88562416505222)

Bring Kayak cart, wet or dry suit, gloves etc.

Having goggles, nose plugs and ear plugs are helpful when practicing. These are options items that makes you comfortable underwater.

I am not a qualified instructor to teach rolling or rescue lessons. This is good for the people already taken some rolling lessons, wanted to practice what they learn.

Parking at Sasamat Lake on Saturday could be busy, please arrive at 9am to secure parking spot.

Please posted on this forum or email me if you are planning to attend.

Thanks

Kapila_j@hotmail.com

[Susan Servos-Sept]

Planning to kayak in the area of Nootka Sound. Would appreciate advice from people who have paddled in this area. Route, campsites, etc. you would recommend. Thanks

[Lorraine Sharpsteen]

Wondering if anyone from Vancouver wants to carpool to the event tonight. I live near Cambie and King Edward. Best to text me at 778-995-5071.

[JD]

Thank you all

[Kapila Jayaweera]

Still have one more space available for weather course happening on Saturday May 27-28 weekend. Also several people planning on heading to Newcastle Island on Friday to spend an extra day at the camp site.

If you are interested joining this valuable training session, please check the course registration page for more info.

https://www.skabc.org/events-2/weather-course-registration-4/

Thank You,
Kapila

[Vincent Law]

Thx Shirley!

I’ve made plans to buy Nick’s.

[Former Member]

I also have one in case Nicks doesn’t work out.

 

Shirley Brunke

604 298 5982

[Nick Heath]

It looks like there will be some good prices offered May 12-14 on kayaks, paddles, sprayskirts etc as well as general camping gear at Skyview Outdoors
12355 Pattullo Pl, Surrey (almost next to Pattullo Bridge). Skyview have supported SKABC events in the past and offer a friendly discount to our members (but likely excludes sale-priced items).

[Wayne Gooch]

Handbuilt African Mahogany

The CLC Shearwater Sport offers the perfect combination of lightweight, sharp West Greenland handling, effortless cruising speed, and an extra-large cockpit for comfort.

Shearwater demonstrates excellent poise, stability and responsiveness in a broad range of conditions, edging turns easily when leaned but tracking straight when pushed in surf.

Watertight bulkheads and flush-mounted deck hatches.

Length- 14ft 6″

Hull weight 44lbs

Asking $1,600.00 Obo.

Contact Nancy

604.849.5777

[Former Member]

All, if you are interested, email the organizers directly: bayrace@vowsa.bc.ca.  I understand that they are just getting all their permits in order and will then get in touch with people.

 

[Former Member]

Hi Wayne,

Is this still for sale?

Thanks,

Shea – 604 551 7282

[Author]

Replies