[Mick Allen]

The site identified as Partington Pt South on the bc marine trails map and it’s close neighbour Mt Shepherd [I called Partington Pt North – which sorta makes sense to me as they are so close] are 2 great staging areas in that part of Texada island.  The beach on the north site is a little smaller and there is a bit of a grass hill to hike up but there are loads of flat regions there. The South side has a beach to die for and an immediate flat upland that could hold many tents, though not sanctioned by BC parks. But in a pinch if one had to mark time for weather, sure looks great.

The far left beach in the distance is the northern site.

[Heather Harbord]

I live in Powell River and wrote an out of print sea kayak guide book to the area. On Tues, I’m driving to the Shingle Beach campsite (google it for directions) to car camp Tues and Wed night.  I’m driving a blue Subaru Outback Licence 575-KPG and not taking a boat.  Many people leave their vehicles at Shingle Beach parked just up from the beach while they cross to Jedediah. You might want to check in with the on-site caretaker. Camping fees are $15/night. I don’t know if there is a cost for parking but I’ll inquire and report back on this forum.

Make sure you have a VHF or weather radio for weather forecasts. Watch out for Qualicum winds which are strong in Sabine Channel. I have found it best to cross either early in the morning or in the evening when, most of the time, the winds are down. There’s nowhere to land at Partington Point (4 nautical miles south of Shingle Beach) and the Cook Bay cottagers have a reputation for being hostile. Further south there is a good camp spot on a little peninsula (before Napier Creek.)   Bring water or get it at Napier Creek.

The crossing to Jedediah from Partington Point is 1.1 nautical miles.  In the evening watch for cruise ships which come up on you very quickly and leave a huge wash.

Boom Bay dries to sticky mud so I wouldn’t camp there. We arrived at high tide which was fine but had to leave on low tide which was not.  Instead, continue round the western coast of Jedediah, pass the entrance to Long Bay and camp in one of the next two small inlets. I can’t remember which is the best one but it has a steeply sloping rocky beach at low tide so no mud and minimal hauling of gear. Lots of grassy tent space.  Trails will lead you over to Long Bay (5 mins)and Home Bay (20 mins approx.) where the rest of the mob are camping and anchoring.

[Mick Allen]

Sabine channel does get some wind and currents to 2 knots – so if you’re concerned, time your crossing and check the weather.
Otherwise it’s just 1 1/2 kilometers directly across and there are places to be in some shelter as you make up your mind in doing that crossing. Partington Point north and especially South on Texada Is are  great places to mark some time if you have to while deciding what the heck to do.

[Helen Roberts]

Has anyone paddled from Texada (or the Sunshine Coast) to Jedediah?  Any advice?

[Daniel Del Vecchio]

I would be interested to come and see tomorrow  604-369-5171

[Binny van Bergen]

Necky Elaho Kayak for sale. Fibreglass sea kayak. 16 feet long. Excellent condition. Have taken it on a few multi-day tours off the coast of Vancouver Island and it has been a treat to paddle. Has a hard chine so is fun in the waves too!

Contact Shelley through Craigslist https://vancouver.craigslist.org/van/boa/d/vancouver-necky-kayak/6937968166.html

or reply to this ad.

[David Fry]

Hi Daniel, I am interested in the MEC first aid kit. You can call or text me at 604-230-0311

mary yee

[Pamela Richmond]

Hi,

I am interested in the spray skirt – and maybe a few of the dry bags.

Pamela 604-362-7339

[Daniel Del Vecchio]

Kayak recently purchase but need to upgrade. would let go for 900$

also:

50 l dry bag MEC -50$

MEC first aid kit 10$

Brooks neoprene skirt 90$

2 paddle float 10$ each

pellican Mini D case – 30$

2 mec dry bag 10$

[Phil Jones]

Thanks for the replies! I camped there Friday night and there were kayaks everwhere: in the water, up the ramp in the woods, on the dock, basically wherever they would fit. Since everyone was taking the risk of leaving their kayaks unlocked and unattended, it gave me a great false sense of security (haha!), I slept like a baby, and paddled out the next day. I did keep my paddles and other pricier items at my campsite though.

[Maureen Benzon]

Hi Anna,

It is a 14nm paddle. We are camping so will need time to pack up in the morning, but will leave as soon as we are ready. We should be back late afternoon, but as the group is unknown, it is very hard to estimate.

It will be lovely to see you again if you decide to come’

🙂

Maureen

[Anna Anselm]

What time do you think you’ll be back on Sunday?

[Shelley Lear]

Sunday July 14 – Short day paddle (about 10 km total) on the Alouette River starting at Harris Road in Maple Ridge.  Meet at 10:45 am bring a lunch.  The difficulty level is 1 as there is minimal current in this part.  Please phone me if you are interested.  Shelley Lear 604-437-1549 (landline, no texts)

[Vincent Law]

If anyone is interested in car pooling pls contact me. I’ll be starting from Kits area and can take one more kayak and paddler.

[Juvy Ebrano]

Every single year, for the last 3yrs- we usually just left our kayaks on the dock without locking or bringing it to the top leading (by  the washroom) as i can’t carry it due to shoulder issues. But this past June, someone move our kayaks to the top landing in the middle of the night. It was early morning when I found out and it was not the greatest feeling (I mean, nothing compared if it was stolen). Lesson- lock your kayak! But be weary that during peak time- it can get really busy and get packed with group campers due to proximity to deep cove so if you can carry it to the top landing- pls do so to reserve spots for those who can’t. Happy kayaking!

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