[Ken Bigelow]

Yes, Sunday the 12th

Just a day trip with rain, fire, and questionable life choices.

I’ve got a spare drysuit if that’s the blocker.

[Quirine Schuyff]

Do you mean Sunday the 12th? Just a day trip correct?

Maybe….Just need to figure out something first. My drysuit is in for repair….

 

[Philip Kubik]

Sadly, club member Rhys Scott died on March 20. Although Rhys and his wife Sara only started kayaking a few years ago, they were active SKABC members until Rhys was stricken by cancer two years ago.

A celebration of life will be held for Rhys at 2:30 PM on Sunday, April 12 at First Baptist Church, 969 Burrard St., Vancouver. In keeping with Rhys’s attitude to life, the dress code is “joyful colours”. SKABC members are invited to attend.

[John McIntyre]

I found it on Craigslist.  I would need to try it on for fit.   My phone number is 604.561.5431.  John

 

[Ken Bigelow]

Not for everyone, but perfect for the right ones.

Heading out for a 10–15 NM paddle into Howe Sound this Sunday.

There may be rain, There will be a fire. There will be hot food.

The rest we’ll figure out on the water.

Launch: Porteau Cove Boat Launch

Time: 8:00 AM

If that sounds like a good way to spend the day, you’re welcome to join.

As always, you are responsible for your own safety, gear, and decision making.

[Cynthia Materi]

A person 5’8” used it but there was more room. If you look at the Kokatat website for their large blue suits you should be able to get the measurements. Not sure how to send a photo.   It is also up on Craigslist under boat parts with a photo.

[John McIntyre]

Do you have a photo?  How tall was the person it was made for?  – John

[Cynthia Materi]

Men’s Large. Good condition but needs new gaskets and booties.

[Limor Friedman]

Happy paddling season everyone.

Alert Bay  on Cormorant Island (a 45 minutes ferry from port McNeill)  is hosting every year a recreational race – “Alert Bay 360”. While last year the race canceled, it is back this summer- Always on Sunday-BC long weekend (August 2) .

The Island has one of the biggest first nations’ culture center, some hikes and local artists to explore.

This is a 10 km race around Cormorant Island – all crafts are welcome. There were about 130 paddlers 2 years ago and the last kayaker made it in 2:30 hours. No worries,  you can always break this record  as well 🙂

Registration and more info at the link below:

https://www.alertbay360.com/register.html

 

[Nick Heath]

Thks Meridy,

It looks like there will be at least 3 of us to help. It is a short walk – maybe 1 km? We’ll travel by commercial water taxi, so there is no need to bring any water safety gear. Thks for calling. I’m looking forward to this. /nick

[Meridy Black]

Hello Nick,

I would be interested in participating at the Conservancy work day at Gambier island. This will be my first time volunteering with this group.  Do you happen to know  the hiking distance from the boat drop-off to the work site itself? It might influence footwear choice. Do we bring our own PFD’s?

I will call you later today.

Meridy Black

 

 

 

[Maureen Benzon]

We are very excited to offer the in-person trip leader course again. Registration has opened but we are allowing only 6 participants. Join Maureen and Andrew for a full and adventurous 3 day weekend in the gulf Islands. The course is designed to get you thinking and problem-solving things that inexperienced participants might do on a trip. We start with a 3 hour workshop where you will be challenged to solve a potential issue before we even get on the water

https://www.skabc.org/events-2/trip-leader-course-may-7-evening-may-22-24-gulf-islands/

To decide if this course is actually for you, rest assured that you are not obliged to lead a trip until you are ready. The course is just as relevant if you wish to know how to be a useful participant.

[Nick Heath]

I volunteered Sat 11 April to join the Gambier Island Conservancy group for an invasive plant bash near Brigade Bay in the Long Bay Wetlands Nature Reserve. This will be my first outing with this group, so there are some uncertainties. The usual culprits are on the list, blackberry, holly etc.

They will provide water taxi transport from/from Horseshoe Bay, leaving 09:15 am and returning approx 4:00 pm. They are offering lunch, so you might only need to bring a  water bottle and a pack. Sturdy clothing, gloves & rain gear needed. They have tools or bring your favourites.

They have room for a couple more volunteers. If you wish to join us for the day, pl contact me. Nick  at

Six zero four 417 3447 or nheath at sfu.ca

We might be able to carpool to help with parking.

[Nancy More]

For Sale:  Women’s Neoprene Farmer Jane 3 mm Wetsuit $60

MEC size 13/14, great condition.   I can’t seem to attach a photo here, but I can send one by email if desired.

Contact: njmore57@gmail.com

[Anonymous]

Never done it. Let me know.

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