[Anonymous]

Thanks for  your reply Jennifer! It would be great to meet another lover of Gitchegoomi, and thanks for this lead. It is a bit of a drive, but I will definitely check it out. It might be a great option and my friends here tell me that we need to leave the north shore sometimes, so there’s that… lol.

 

Thanks again.

Sheriden

[Former Member]

DOH … sorry … forgot to include price … 🙂 … $3200 for the whole package

Kayak
2 x paddles
spray skirt
cockpit cover
new hatch covers
sun protection cover
paddle float
pump
throw bag
and kayak kart

[Susan Murray]

Good morning Nick.

I am a new club member and looking for a kayak for my husband. Price for this lovely boat? or is is sold already? 604- 530 9679 Susan Murray

[Former Member]

Hi! What is your asking price?

[Former Member]

Seaward Navigator Sea Kayak 17ft long, 24.5inches wide Large stable kayak Great for long trips or just a day paddle Comes with carbon fiber paddle, spare paddle, spray skirt, cockpit cover, paddle float, rescue rope and water pump Also includes kayak wheels set Used but in good condition (some scratches from regular use, one minor ding on top gel coat)

Contact: Nick Jones / nick@jones.ca / 778-996-0568

[Nick Heath]

Hi Gunilla, I’d suggest using a cart and walking on the Langdale ferry with your kayak. At the other end, roll up to the bus loop then turn sharp right into the parking lot and find the start of the beach trail immediately to the right. The trail has been improved and there is a lovely sheltered sand beach to launch off.

This would be a reliable and lower-risk way to get to where you are going. The crossing to Gambier is 1 NM. Your destination is only about 1.5 NM beyond that, from what I can tell on your map, so about 1 hr total from your launch.

Parking at HSB is the disadvantage of this route, but Lions Bay parking is as bad or worse and a much longer and more serious paddle.

I don’t recommend that you paddle alone, but if this is something you are used to doing and you take all the standard precautions, it is what I’d do without hesitation.

[Former Member]

Thanks Sandra, I was thinking of driving up to Lion’s bay and go from there. I will not go unless I find someone to accompany me/Gunilla

[Sandra Waddle]

Would you be paddling from the Vancouver side? I parked at porteau once and paddled across via anvil. We left very early to avoid wind. The waves can get big even after 10-11. It’s a lovely paddle!

I’m an intermediate paddler with paddle canada 2, and I would not do that crossing alone. I brought a radio and wore immersion gear. The winds can pick up fast so best to be prepared.

if I was paddling alone I’d consider ferrying to langdale and kayaking from there. It’s a shorter crossing and still lovely.

[Former Member]

I am going to a yoga retreat on Gambier Island June 20-24 on the southwest side of the island (see map below). I would like to paddle over and was hoping that there would be a couple of paddlers who would be interested in accompanying me over on the 20th and on the way back on the 24th. Ian might be able to join, but the retreat is all-female, so he will not be staying:)

It seems there is a lot of experience of paddling to Gambier so I’m looking for advice. Where would be the best place to park the car and to launch from? How long time would you guesstimate that it would take? It looks like it would be about 15km if one starts from Lion’s bay. Anything, in particular, to keep in mind? It doesn’t look like an advanced paddle, but I’m still learning how to plan and assess sea paddles so any advice is most welcome!! /Gunilla

[Former Member]

The Pillman family would like to invite friends and acquaintances to a get together on June 25, 2022 to celebrate the life of our dad and grandfather Ray Pillman. Ray passed away at Lions Gate Hospital on February 23 at the age of 96. We would be pleased to see all of Dad’s friends and acquaintances at 3:30 at the West Vancouver Yacht Club. Children are welcome. It will be casual. Please email us by June 18 if you can make it. We look forward to seeing you.

best wishes,
Janice, Lynn, Peter and families

lynn_pillman@yahoo.com

[Ronald Simmer]

Hi   What dates were you considering?

Have you ever thought of kayaking from the Sechart  Lodge?  Given the rainy weather might be a good option. Costs about $150 a day including all meals.

cheers  Ron Simmer 604 803 5937

 

[Admin S. Jensen]

Welcome to the club! Weekly evening paddles at Locarno Beach have just been posted on the Trips List.

[Sarka Lhotak]

Hi Kathy,

I am interested. I tried to send you email but the address that is in the Membership list doesn’t seem to be correct.

Please email me at lhotaks@mcmaster.ca, or call landline 604-390-0040 or cell 604-849-6196

Šárka

[Former Member]

Anyone up for a short notice paddle to Brokens?

Looking for experienced, self sufficient paddle partners

[Former Member]

Anyone interested in paddling on a tandem on this day? I have a double and need help transporting my double from my house to the beach (a 5 minute drive away). Angie

[Author]

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