[Former Member]

I am selling a new (with tags) Gul Taw dry suit, I had good intentions but they never came to fruition. Asking $650. Item is currently on Bowen but I can get it back to the mainland as needed.

Facebook Marketplace link below

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/223313277010805/

 

[Kallie Cunningham]

While we have the minimum numbers required to run the Apr 29 afternoon Intro to Rolling Clinic, and the morning VHF Radio Review Workshop, both have 2 spots still available and registration remains open until midnight Thursday Apr 27th.

[Anonymous]

I’m new to SKABC but not new to kayaking.  I just finished my paddle canada level 2 up around surge narrows and would love to do more paddling in that area – Quadra, Cortes, Read island areas?  I’ve boated around there so know it somewhat?  Lots of time in July but my wife is up on Cortez July 10 so would be nice to overlap.
brock lumsden

[Lorraine Sharpsteen]

Theresa,

I’m not available in July but am interested in moderate conditions, easy pace multi-day trips, so keep me in mind for August or another time.

Lorraine Sharpsteen

[Theresa Davies]

Looking to join or help organize a multi-day kayak adventure for anytime after July 10. Anything from West Coast to local; parameters would be moderate conditions, easy pace, possibly some hiking. If you have an idea or are interested in my ideas, contact me- I’ve done 25+ trips from Haida Gwaii to Granite Falls over the past 20 years.

[Jayne Hardy]

Andrea K and myself are interested in a kayak camping trip to Newcastle Island May 26-28, 2023.  We will be staying in individual camp sites the night of May 26 and joining participants in the weather course in the group campsite May 27. Potluck dinner planned for May 27.  There is no formal leader for this trip so it is only open to intermediate paddlers able to do a wet exit and self rescue.  Call Jayne H before April 30, 2023 (so we can book individual campsites for May 26) if you are interested.

[Kallie Cunningham]

Hello SKABC members who paddle the BC coastline.

This is a friendly reminder that the Sept 8-10 Surf course with SKILS must be booked by May 18 or we may have to cancel.  We will need to cancel the booking if we do not have the required 4 participants registered and paid by May 18, 2023. Two members have registered. There are 2 spots left. If you have questions, please email me at training2@skabc.org.

[Nick Heath]

I was fortunate in getting a previous volunteer (non-member) to join me on this and, despite brutal weather, we achieved more or less what was planned.

There will be future opportunities – BC Parks plan to have the site open for overnight visits by summer.

[Kallie Cunningham]

It has been a busy week!  In addition to other announcements this week, I am writing to let members know that details for the last 4 events on the Training Course list are now posted and registrations will open at 8 am Monday, Apr 24th.  Please go to the Course Schedule page for details.

They are in date order:

• Trip Leader Workshop – May 18 and 25 (evenings)
• Remote First Aid – June 2-4
• Introduction to paddling with a Greenland Paddle – June 10
• Rescue and rolling practice session – June 25

[Kallie Cunningham]

Hello members. We have recevived 2 last minute cancellations for this upcoming weekend’s Navigation course. If you are interested and able to join this invaluable course, please register on the course registration page or email me at training2@skabc.org.

Details and registration ionformation can be found on the Training/Course Schedule page. Scroll down to courses of interest.

Kallie Cunningham
Training Officer

email: kcunningham.unsw@gmail.com or training2@skabc.org

[Former Member]

Hi,

Coast Outdoors is hosting a private event for SKABC on Wednesday May 10 from 7 – 9PM in their North Vancouver store. Coast Outdoor staff will share information and product knowledge on “dressing for the weather” and provide tips on what to consider before purchasing clothing, including “immersion” clothing (wetsuits v drysuits).  Following the Q&A, members will have an opportunity to socialize and shop for gear using their SKABC 10% discount (except on boats and boards).

Coast Outdoors will only be open to SKABC members during this event.

Location:  Coast Outdoors 352 Lynn Avenue,  North Vancouver https://www.coastoutdoors.ca/service/stores/

If you have any questions, please contact: Jody Chan ski_jody@yahoo.ca

Fee:  Free

Sign-up: https://www.skabc.org/events-2/know-before-you-buy-presentation-social-shopping/

 

[Kallie Cunningham]

Hello again

Just writing to let members know that a spot has opened up for the Jun 10&11 Boat Handling and Rescues Course.  Another example of why members should ask to be put on the waitlist if a course fills up.

In the meantime, happy paddling.

Kallie

[John Woodcock]

Thank you – Kallie.  Hope the pilot goes well and there is another refresher.

John W.

[Kallie Cunningham]

Hi John,

This is a pilot. If we fill up and it goes well, and we have demand we will explore whether we can offer it again. Sorry this date doesn’t work for you.

[John Woodcock]

Hi Kallie:

Apologies.  Should have looked at the schedules…

Believe the VHF Course is 29 April.  Too bad.  Getting back from kayaking on Sunshine Coast that day.

Will there be another VHF course?

Regards

John W.

604-512-6487.

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