[Former Member]

I was sorry to miss Danielle’s presentation.  I believe capturing the beauty of kayaking in photo and/or video is the key to preserving our wilderness.

Photography is a means to share the witnessing of the wild.

In the age of digital and highly-produced YouTube videos, the old photo album is no longer an option.  Luckily, the tools to produce a simple slideshow or even complex video presentation are cheap or free, and for the most part are easy to learn.

Of course, none of that makes it easy to take the pictures in the first place, and moisture is still enemy number one.  Photography and water do not mix well, even with the latest GoPro kit.  The best photos are still taken from the beach (or a drone flying above the mess).  There is no getting away from the instability of a kayak with both hands on a camera and your body twisted whichever way toward the action.  Of course, it can be done, but don’t expect too much, especially when shooting video.

If I am on the Mainland when a photography trip goes out, count me in.  I even have a couple drones.

[Andrea Kovits]

I am very interested in a trip with a focus on photography as well as learning about post-processing photos.

thanks Allan for suggesting this and offering to co-lead.

Cheers,

Andrea

[Former Member]

Thank-you Kevin Hall for bringing in Danielle Turner for the January club meeting. I certainly enjoyed meeting her and listening to her presentation on core photography concepts.

I knew there were a lot of photography enthusiasts in the club. I just didn’t realize there were so many people who were keen to build their knowledge and skills. I’m curious now how many people would sign up for a day trip or overnight trip in April or May where the primary focus was on photography?

I am also curious how many people would sign up for a workshop on post-processing photos and options for posting them. Not everyone needs Photoshop or even Lightroom. There is a huge array of tools available for image manipulation on Mac OS, Windows, and Linux. I would be happy to spend an afternoon sharing what I’ve found.

If there is anyone else in the club who would be willing to co-lead a workshop and talk about their process, that would be great too.

[Former Member]

Hey Debra! Glad to have you along. It’s going to be a great year.

No worries about tomorrow. There’s lots of month left.

[Debra Merchant]

I’m not available to paddle tomorrow but I like your goal of paddling every month and I’m going to join you in that resolution!

[Former Member]

One year ago I resolved to paddle in every month of that year. I came very close to keeping my resolution, getting a paddle in 11 of 12 months. Oddly the month I missed was July. Even so, I got a lot of joy out of pursing that goal. My photos and journal entries for 2019 will be putting smiles on my face for years to come.

For 2020, I have recommitted to that goal and I would like to ramp up the momentum by inviting as many of you along as possible to go for it with me.

The forecast for tomorrow is wet. Winds at the entrance of Howe Sound are 10-15 kts. However, winds for Indian Arm are going to be light. Is there anyone interested in paddling from Deep Cove out to Jug Island, Bedwell Bay, or beyond?

I am also open to suggestions. Jericho into False Creek and back is another popular winter paddle.

PS – there are some bragging rights accrued to those who can say they’ve been out before the 1st club meeting of the month 😀

[Former Member]

Happy New Year all! It’s been a busy couple of weeks, but I finally got around to processing my photos and video after this adventure.

I am happy to say I have now visited all of the Sea-to-Sky Marine Trail campsites. The Howe Sound can be intimidating, but the paddler prepared to take it on (at all seasons) is well rewarded.

My desire is to have more of you in 2020 see and share in this treasure in our backyard.

[Former Member]

Pasc,

 

I am very interested in Nimbus Njak and deck bag. Will be available to visit New Year Day. My number is 604-616-4933.

Thank you, Avaleigh Neill

[Former Member]

Dear Pascal,

I am sorry to hear there are difficult circumstances leading to the sale of your kayak equipment.

I am interested in buying two of the Werner paddles, one of the expedition deck bags and the kayak lock, if that is possible. Paddling is a passion for me and can make good use of these items.

Thank you,

Joe

604-649-1126 feel free to contact me through this number texts or calls

[Former Member]

Hi everyone.

Me and my wife are fairly new to sea kayaking and i joined this group not so long ago.

We had very bad news during the holidays and i am selling my kayaks plus gear.

I would love to see them go to a good home. please feel free to view my add here:

https://vancouver.craigslist.org/bnc/boa/d/new-westminster-southwest-current/7047107234.html

Merci and wish you a great holidays

[Former Member]

Hi

Wondering if anyone has a Pilgrim LV kayak that they would let me sit in to see how it fits and feels.  I am considering purchasing one. I currently paddle a Necky Eliza with some modifications to the cockpit for a better fit.

 

Thank you

Karen Matier

[Former Member]

Squamish tide chart for Friday: Low tide 5:27 am / High tide 12:19 pm.

A launch at noon from Squamish will catch the ebb, going south to Tantalus.

Launching mid-morning at Porteau Cove will catch the flood, going north to Zorro.

[Former Member]

There’s a winter gale blowing in the Strait of Georgia right now, but winds are forecast light for Howe Sound this weekend.

Is anyone game for a two night tour of our north Howe Sound sites this weekend? Am aiming to camp at Tantalus Landing, Zorro Bay, and/or Islet View. Launch/Return will be either Porteau Cove or Squamish.

 

[Former Member]

Hi,

Apologies for the delay getting back to you.

From the manufacturer’s website it weighs 58lb.  I can’t guarantee this is correct as their newest model may differ from the one we have.

I could meet you at Jericho Sailing Centre on Sunday 21st, or an evening during the week if that works.  Please email me at eglasbey@yahoo.co.uk.

Thanks,

Em

[Nick Heath]

Thank you v much for putting together the presentation of images, Allan. It was super to see so much varied activity all in the same year! I wish each image had been displayed for longer than 2 sec., but I understand that this is the abbreviated attention span one must cater to nowadays!

[Author]

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