[Nick Heath]

I’m planning to build a wooden tent platform on the bluff at the Thornbrough Channel site in Howe Sd.

Most of the materials have been stored at the lower part of the site since last Fall.  They will need carrying up the bluff.  I intend to use a rock drill, so I will carry a small generator to the site as well as the usual cordless power tools and hand tools.

The anchors and frame should take about a day to complete.  Staining the frame and adding the decking takes second day.  The decking could maybe be stained that day too, or it might require a shorter third visit.  Alternatively, (and preferred by me) our crew could camp there and finish in 2 days given good weather.

If you are interested, please get in touch with Nick Heath (treasurer2@skabc.org) with some indication of which dates would work for you.  I’m hoping for 1 or 2 crew.  Experience is not required, but there will be lots of carrying up a short but steep hill!

If we end up working within 2 m of each other (unlikely) we’ll put on masks to reduce any potential viral spread. We won’t car pool. Start/end at Porteau Cove ramp.  Transport in my open power boat. Tools provided.

Weather dependent.

Possible dates:

Any of 27 – 30 July, 4 – 7 Aug (7 possible days in all but just looking for 2)

[Former Member]

Hi Shoshanna,

Welcome!   Unfortunately the short-notice paddle board has not been very active since COVID.   It was full of paddle opportunities last summer, so there is hope!

See you on the water sometime!

 

Stephen Tarrant

[Former Member]

I just joined SKABC. Steveston is home, but happy to load my gear up and adventure outwards from here!  Finding my paddling arms again after some time, and not formally certified yet (hoping for courses coming up!) but very comfortable in and around the water. Aquatic Rescue and First aid background. Just learning about routes around here – my last multi day paddles were northern Manitoba lakes many years ago, and more recently Haida Gwaii a couple of years ago… would be happy to day trip on short notice, or plan for a longer one – very happy camper 🙂

Keeping my eyes on this short notice paddle board for others’ trips as well, of course!

Shoshanna

(778) 998-8515

[Former Member]

Hi! Are these still available? I’m looking for a beginner rec kayak to get my 11 year old son on the water with me! He’s tall, and comfortable in the water, so ready for something bigger than a kids option, but I want to build his confidence before I tuck him into a longer sea kayak!

[Steve Best]

Please email Steve Best at s2smarinetrail@skabc.org if you are interested in coming.

[Steve Best]

Nick Heath and I are planning a work party at Islet View this Tuesday, July 21. This time by kayak, not powerboat. Looking for 2-4 volunteers. Building rock steps, levelling tent sites, brush clearing/burning. Meet at Porteau Cove at 7:30am for an 8:00am launch. Experienced paddlers only, must be comfortable in strong conditions, B2/3. Two nautical mile crossing, expect strong crosswinds.

[Former Member]

I live in Ambleside and am also looking for people to paddle with and potentially assist with kayak transport 🙂
Thanks, Nicole 778 229-7941

[Former Member]

A friend is selling his four kayak saddles. Here is the link to Craigslist for the ad.

https://vancouver.craigslist.org/van/bpo/d/abbotsford-southwest-4-kayak-saddles/7151359525.html

[Former Member]

Hi Jim, what time were you thinking of heading out?     I haven’t yet been on the water this year with all the pandemic stuff going on, so this Friday could be it!

Stephen

[Former Member]

I am looking for others to join me this Friday, July 3, 2020 at Ambleside beach. I usually launch by the raised pipe at the north end of the beach near the sailing center. If there is a different time or launch site that suits you better I am  very flexible.

I am new to SKABC. I am always looking for some one to paddle with anywhere on the north shore anytime after 9am. I am 64 years old and have been a stunt performer/coordinator for 35 years. I am fit but lazy! lol. I have a 10′ Costco kayak but seem to keep up to the longer kayaks when I am in Deep Cove. I generally  go out for a leisurely cruise for one to three hours.

I can self rescue. Looking forward to meeting some new friends.

[Former Member]

In case anyone is interested, the talk is on youtube:

[Peter Kearney]

Hi, this may be of interest to members:

Trak Kayak’s Zoom event “Wellness = Water” Conversation Series – Friday, June 26 at 1:00pm

https://www.trakkayaks.com/pages/wellness-water-series

“About the series: Welcome to a whole new kind of flow with TRAK. As a paddler or outdoor enthusiast, you likely feel the positive benefits of being on and around water. It turns out that there are inherent reasons for that. In this series, we’re going to take a journey to uncover the connection between water and wellness within. Each episode and guest will help us unpack the many dimensions of water and how it impacts human health and biology, and the health of our planet. Be brave and join us in getting to the heart of the matter through this fascinating, deep dive into water and an access to true vitality.”

[Former Member]

I am new to SKABC. I am always looking for some one to paddle with anywhere on the north shore anytime after 9am. I am 64 years old and have been a stunt performer/coordinator for 35 years. I am fit but lazy!lol. I have a 10′ Costco kayak but seem to keep up to the longer kayaks when I am in Deep Cove. I generally go out for a leisurely cruise for one to three hours.

I am looking for others to join me this Saturday June 27,2020 2pm at Ambleside beach. I usually launch by the raised pipe at the north end of the beach near the sailing center.

Jim Dunn dunnjr.1@telus.net  cell 604-816-2663

[Maureen Benzon]

Hi Jim,

You are not listed on the members list. Is this be design, or by omission? If you wish members to be able to contact you, please notify membership.

🙂

Maureen

[Former Member]

Hello all – posting this to alert you my friend is selling her Nimbus Telkwa Sport (fg). She has gone over the boat with a fine tooth comb and it’s in “factory refurbished” shape.

https://vancouver.craigslist.org/van/spo/d/refuge-cove-telkwa-sport-by-nimbus/7142961883.html

[Author]

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