[George Prevost]

This article, recently posted on the BC Marine Trails site, is described as follows: “Are you looking to add variety to your kayak touring plans? Reach a distant destination within a narrow vacation window? Try expanding your sea kayaking horizons with a water taxi or a roll-on roll-off trip aboard BC Ferries. Here is our five-step plan for how to do it along with five great ideas for future trips.”

Here’s the link: https://www.bcmarinetrails.org/coastal-journeys/2732-expand-your-sea-kayaking-horizons-with-water-taxis-and-bc-ferries

[Kevin Amos]

https://www.bcmarinetrails.org/coastal-journeys/2732-expand-your-sea-kayaking-horizons-with-water-taxis-and-bc-ferries

[Former Member]

I’m asking for a friend new to paddling. She is looking for women’s large sizing (or maybe men’s medium).

In Search Of:

– PFD in “guide’s style” with extra pockets and good freedom of movement
– Dry-suit, can be one-piece or two piece

Any help appreciated!

[George Prevost]

I sent a letter.  Thanks for letting us know!

[Yekaterina Yushmanova]

Thanks, folks! A foam block of the right size has been locally (within walking distance!) procured!  Now onto stage two: forming and fitting 😉   Love this forum.

 

[Former Member]

“The BC Ministry of Forests Lands and Natural Resource Operations (FLNRO) is seeking public input to establish new Visual Quality Objectives (VQO) for logging in the Sunshine Coast Natural Resource District (SCNRD) that could inform logging in Howe Sound for up to 20 years.”

The current plan will approve clear-cut logging for 20% of the visible landscape.

You can find out more about this public process by going here: https://letters.myseatosky.org/letters/stop-clear-cut-logging-in-howe-sound/

[Reed Clarke]

That’s cool. We can sit out there on the water, waving at people back home.

[Former Member]

Just after hanging up from you, i found a bigger block:

12″ x 9″ x 3″

Martin 604-254-0361

[Reed Clarke]

In the past, Rod at Orca Boats has been willing to sell blocks of the grey minicell foam. He uses it in the construction of his wooden canoes and kayaks, and usually has it on hand. I haven’t seen him in a while, so there could be changes. Last time I visited, he was living in Coquitlam.

Website address: https://orcaboats.ca/

If you live near Burnaby, I also have a box of scraps that might contain something the right size. You’re welcome to look through it. As long as you’re not trying to walk off with my foam kayak seat, you can have a chunk for free. (I have no idea why I keep all these little pieces. Hoarding is such a disease!)

Cheers, Reed Clarke

[Maureen Benzon]

I am pretty sure deep cove outdoors sells them. They used to sell blocks that had adhesive on one side. You can save on postage and combine the shopping with a paddle from deep cove 🙂

Delta kayaks sell thigh braces that should fit most boats

If you are looking for padding, I presume you are learning to roll. Let me know if you are heading towards deep cove and would like some company. I paddle every Sunday. At the moment not far because I am having issues with my shoulder, but rolling practice is always an option.

Maureen

[Yekaterina Yushmanova]

Wondering if anyone has some minicell foam blocks that they no longer need. I will be happy to buy it from you. Thought I’d check here before buying online and paying for shipping.  Looking for 3-4” thickness. Need to add some padding around my hips and knees. Thanks! Katya 604-600-3738

[Nick Heath]

There is now a webcam set up for viewing current sea and weather conditions for the SE area of the Sound, off Lions Bay. As I understand, the camera is mounted at Copper Cove pointing N towards Hood Pt (Bowen I) & Gambier.

See: https://www.howe-sound.ca/

[Nick Heath]

Hey Carole, I’ve replaced lines before – not difficult- but I’d be happy enough to come and help. Previous advice all good except nylon line stretches more than polyester line and you don’t want stretchy, just like you never want bungie cord for the deck lines. Their purpose is to be able grab the boat firmly in any rescue situation. I installed the reflective line on one of my boats. It seems gimmicky until one dark night you see its reflection while walking around the beach, just before falling over your hauled-out kayak!

[Nick Heath]

Hi Sandra,

I’ve paddled Pitt Lk several times. There’s stuff to watch out for incl: possible high winds, moderately heavy power boat use, extensive shoals on W shores (passable at HW), tidal movement and, in Springtime, high water levels – meaning smaller camp  areas. Good info on BCMT website (but I am biased…). All the safety conditions for ocean paddling apply here, except the water is considerably colder than our ocean. Bears are likely to be active, especially at the main boater site, Raven Ck.

No paddling or access to Coq Lk.

[Former Member]

I had issues with my current designs fiberglass. The suction cups wouldn’t stay attached and I had to apply 3m clear film to get the suction to work.

You can try western canoe kayak they may have suction options.

[Author]

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