[Annelisa Pedersen]

Thanks so much to everyone who expressed interest in this opportunity.

Unfortunately due to a lack of instructor candidates, the course won’t go ahead.

 

[Admin]

Join us as we welcome Georgia Hall for her presentation: “The intertidal zone: Where ocean meets land”. A Zoom link is below and on the homepage of the website. Hope to see you!

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82535542045?pwd=AgXwn83Da1UuRoliXLxK6UTgn4LVYC.1
Meeting ID: 825 3554 2045
Passcode: 245847

[John Drent]

Selling my Necky Tornak

14’8” x 25”

CP is 30” x 17.5” ID x 11” deep under the deck .

The Tornak is a very maneuverable and stable boat. As you can see on the photo, the boat has a good amount of rocker, comparable to a P&H Delphin, but the boat is wider. The plastic is very tough. Obviously not the fastest boat on the market, but it makes a great play boat. I really wanted to like this boat, but the cockpit is just too short for my long legs. I’m guessing this would be better for someone with under a 32” inseam.

Asking $550.00

email John at jtrdrent@telus.net

[Mick Allen]

So throwing stuff against the wall, here’s a bunch of ideas:

–          Investigating availability of club volunteer shuttling: ie from a launch adjacent parking location to the launch.

–          Organizing max 3hr parking protest letters. Promote having 10%  unrestricted [ but no on-site camping.] Or say a proportion being offsite launch parking with some unrestricted [ this might be an achievable strategy in few cases]

–          Or same thing with commercial shuttling. Or Uber situations: setup at launch, driver parks, Uber delivers driver. [difficult with solo paddler admittedly]

–          As more and more potential members are in apartments/condos etc what about having 3 or 4 club touring boats. Or looking at people getting into kayaking, what about smaller boats [12-14’] for anyone learning basics.

–          Add more sites to existing Howe Sound sites.

–          Add Wilson Ck [lower Sunshine Cst] to Thormanby Is transit understanding by club members. Or promote that North connection possibility.

–          Put pressure on Parks to open up capacity in Lasqueti and Lower Texada region.  Or the reverse, publicise or promote possibilities in this area – as it is an achievable alternative to Howe Sound.  Promote the Sechelt Portage to Sechelt Inlet – for arriving to, coming from or both. Why use car or ferry?

–          Promote in-club understanding that the Fraser River and/or  Pitt Lake are easy, accessible, historical local paddling areas. Maybe have a few 5 minute talks ea meeting about various local excursions. Maybe require  [heh heh] members to give a 2-5 min talk about where they go so that others get the feel of getting out there.

–          On day or short paddles, eliminate all ‘safety’ requirements , so that gear or skill is not an impediment to getting out there. [I presumable  local weather and main member judgement  would over-ride any reasonable concern]. Idea is to get ppl out, easily. Locations next. Then internally promote v. short trips: Howe Snd, Indian Arm, Pitt Lk, Sechelt In maybe

–          Discuss ‘stealth camping’ :  stealth camping possibilities, techniques, and concerns.  Where to employ and equipment and setup to achieve.  Who uses bivies; should all tents/tarps/boats be camouflage.

[Nick Heath]

Big thanks to those members who wrote in to me directly but we’d rather to see those suggestions here on the Forum to drum up some lively debate!

[Annelisa Pedersen]

SKABC members are invited to attend the following:

Paddle Canada Rolling Instructor Course

Date: Friday, June 20

Time: Full day; approximately 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Location: TBD – Vancouver/Sea-to-Sky corridor

Instructor: Amber Champion

Certification: Paddle Canada Rolling Instructor

Requirement: must have Paddle Canada Basic Instructor certification to participate as a rolling instructor candidate

Activity details

Increase your understanding of rolling and learn to teach others how to roll. This one day course will give you the skills to break down rolling to the foundations and help people build their skills from there.

There are two ways to participate in this course:

1. As a rolling instructor candidate – course fee of $250; gain your rolling instructor certification

2. As a rolling learner – come and learn or work on your roll from rolling instructor candidates as well as Amber Champion and Chessy Knight

Message Annelisa at annelisapedersen@gmail.com to register or with any questions

[Nick Heath]

SKABC always welcomes your suggestions for ways to improve local paddling access and destinations.

We are fortunate to have a substantial Legacy Fund for this purpose. This has made it possible to build overnight capacity and sanitation in Howe Sound and to provide leverage and credibility in applying for other grants.

Ever-tightening parking restrictions seem to be the most common challenge for us paddlers, even at out-of the-way launches.  Maybe SKABC members could be added to those who qualify for resident passes (e.g. the $10/yr District of North Vancouver passes)?  Any ideas?

[Nick Heath]

Hurray to BC Parks for the new tent platforms at Halkett Bay, Gambier Island!

We at SKABC and BCMT  had been lobbying for these, even offering to help to build them, like we did at Apodaca.  I’m not certain how many there will be in total, but 4 were in use by last weekend and it looks like they haven’t finished yet.  They are sure to be popular.

[Bob Salo]

One owner Lightspeed Phoenix.  Thermoform construction.  Large capacity touring 17 ft 6 inch long.  Large easy opening/closing hatches.  I am 6 ft 2 inches tall and fit comfortably in the cockpit.  The forward bulkhead was moved forward 2 inches when constructed to give me full leg extension.  A very unique feature is the drop-down skeg/rudder system positioned 3 ft forward of the stern.  This enables the big boat to turn and handle like a smaller boat.  A very experienced kayak in good shape.
Bob Salo –  contact me for pictures or more info

besalo@telus.net

 

[Philip Kubik]

SKABC’s Beginner Course is scheduled for the evening of June 4 and the weekend of June 7-8. Currently, there are 3 registrants but a minimum of 4 registrants are required by noon on May 28 for the course to proceed. Consequently, anyone that wishes to take the course should register promptly.

This is a practical course covering a wide variety of kayaking topics, including rescues, bracing, a number of strokes, and overviews of clothing, equipment, and safety issues. Consequently, in addition to beginners, this course may be of interest to those who have paddled for a number of years without much training or who would like to refresh their skills.  For more detailed information or to register please  select “Training” on the menu bar of the SKABC website and then scroll to “Course Schedule” on the drop-down menu. Do not reply to this message to register.

[Kevin Amos]

Sounds good  – we have a few trip dates available for registration this summer.

July 1 to 8 – southern route – 1 spot
July 15  to 22 – southern route – 1 spot
Aug 12 to 19 – southern route – 3 spots
Aug 19 to 26 – southern route – 3 spots

 

[Kevin Amos]

Hello, I am not a member of your organization but I wanted to reach out to you regarding a kayaking tour I had booked in Haida Gwaii (specifically Gwaii Haanas) in July of this year. Unfortunately I have had to cancel and as a result will lose my $1200 deposit. The company has let me know that the deposit is transferable for this season or for 2026. With this in mind, I am hoping someone might be interested in buying this deposit from me. I think $800 is reasonable but would certainly look at offers. Thank you for your time and consideration.

The tour dates are July 15-22. I believe there is some flexibility on the dates for this year and possibly being able to use it in 2026. I have a request to the companyvin this regard. The company is Green Coast kayaking.

Barrie Fiander
Barriefiander@telus.net
2507097996

 

Barrie can definitely transfer his two trip deposits to your club! Great idea….

Call me and we can make a plan – 250 637 1948.

Kind regards,

—
Bryce Klee
Owner and Guide
Green Coast Kayaking

p: 1 (250) 637-1948
w: http://www.gckayaking.com

[Kevin Amos]

June 3rd 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

VICTORIA, BRITISH COLUMBIA

Join Pacific Wild for an inspiring evening diving into Canada’s developing Marine Protected Areas (MPA) Network in the Great Bear Sea.

The event will feature Susan Conrad – expedition kayaker, adventurer, and recent Fellow of The Explorers Club. Susan will share a dynamic presentation on her 2022 solo paddle through the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest  from the San Juan Islands to Sitka, Alaska.
Before Susan’s presentation, Sydney Dixon, Marine Specialist with Pacific Wild, will lead a discussion on the progress and importance of MPA Networks in B.C. to highlight their integral role in biodiversity protection.

“You only conserve what you love, and you’ll only love what you understand. By raising awareness with my paddle, I hope people will be inspired and motivated, understand Marine Protected Areas better, and want to advocate for marine protection in this incredible region.”

— Susan Conrad

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and be inspired by the stories of the coast.

Details
Address:
1923 Fernwood Rd, Victoria, BC V8T 2Y6, Canada

Registration here:

Adventure With a Purpose — Kayaking the Great Bear Sea with Susan Conrad

[Maureen Benzon]

Broken Islands was my first taste of the west coast of Vancouver Island. It was a trip I will never forget and lit my passion for kayak camping on our beautiful BC coastline.

Combine the beauty of the area with 2 experienced kayakers willing to share their knowledge over the week and magic is bound to happen. Skills covered are whatever you need to know, from how to set up camp to navigating around the islands and so much more.

There is one space left. Don’t miss out.

🙂

[Nick Heath]

I re-scheduled to Tues 20 May. I’m likely returning Fri 23 May. Thu 22 May is the scheduled trail walk with the Park staff.

Pl. email : treasurer2(at)skabc.org if you would like to join us.

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