[Kelly Robertson]

Hi Will

Courses generally run only once per year, plus I don’t think we have the demand this year.  Some years courses fill up right away and others not so much.

[Will Cullen]

Hi Kelly,

Will the navigation course be running again later in the summer or fall..?

Cheers,

Will

[Maureen Benzon]

The Perimeter line work shop is this Saturday and there are still a couple of spaces available.

Is it time to exchange that old black perimeter line with some flashy reflective line, add safety handles and replace the shock cord.

Bring a clean boat and as a bonus we will provide 303 to protect the fibreglass from the sun. It is so much easier to apply when the deck lines are off.

Registration closes Wednesday

[Kelly Robertson]

The deadline for registration is coming up quickly for the following courses:

• Perimeter Line Workshops March 21 – deadline March 18
• Navigation April 18-19 – deadline March 18
• Weather April 24-26 – deadline March 22

For Navigation and Weather we have the group campsite booked at beautiful Montague Harbour with a large shelter that has running water and a wood stove.

Spaces are available for the Knots & Tarps course on the morning of Saturday March 28 at Cates Park – deadline March 26

The Trip Leader Course in the southern Gulf Islands has just been added and registration is now open.

Many other courses available with more to come.  See the Course Schedule under the Training tab for details.

Questions?  Email training2@skabc.org

[Brenda Hardie]

I am signed up for this full course but have a snowboarding injury that means I won’t be able to attend. I can’t get a refund but they offered to let me transfer to someone else.

if you would like my spot (the course is full) let me know. I would appreciate some recovery of my fees.  Here are the details from their website

Womens’ Tidal Currents
Three days of focused skill development in one of BC’s best tidal playgrounds.
Surge Narrows is where moving water comes alive — clean eddylines, predictable features, and endless opportunities to build real competence. Women’s Tidal Currents is designed for paddlers with strong foundational skills who want to refine technique, sharpen decision-making, and gain confidence operating in tidal environments.

Over three intensive days, you’ll work with experienced female instructors to explore ferrying, eddy turns, S-turns, bracing in current, hazard awareness, group movement, and reading the water with purpose. Instruction is supportive, technical, and grounded in real experience — no pressure, no fluff, just solid skills built progressively.

This course is ideal for women who already feel comfortable in basic currents, light to moderate winds, and short backcountry trips, and who are ready to push their abilities in a controlled, positive environment. Expect hands-on learning, lots of time on the water, and a strong focus on efficiency, safety, and judgment.

If you’re looking to build confidence in dynamic water and expand what’s possible in your paddling, this course is where it happens.

 

Upcoming Courses
April 7-9, 2026
Surge Narrows, BC
$550 CAD  Prices do not include applicable taxes.

 

 

[Kapila Jayaweera]

Eagle Harbor to Sandy Cove trip on March 21st have two spots still available.

Please check trip website for more information.

 

[Limor Friedman]

This coming Saturday, March 14, we’ll be paddling from Cates Park to the Twin Islands.

There are still a few spots available, register now on the trip page to join us!

 

[Quirine Schuyff]

I love that idea too Peter. Will try that. I think I’ll still use a patch to make it a bit stronger as I do tend to need to pull on them as I fit them into my neoprene paddling shoes.

Thanks!

[Rob McIntyre]

Preview  2026 Paddling Film Festival – Official World Tour Trailer

[Rob McIntyre]

Certainly, I will be there 🙂
I am trying to find details of the films, but based on past events, there will be a variety of Sea Kayak / Expedition, White water, canoe tripping, environmental short films. Lots of paddlers with different strokes for different folks.

[Peter Kearney]

ditto on the Aquaseal or ShoeGoo for small holes or tears – you can use masking tape with a hole punch to keep it small and neat then cover the top with plastic wrap for a smooth surface.

Peter

[Admin S. Jensen]

Responsive – Agile – Stable Kevlar – Light Weight

45 pounds, 20.4 kg ‘Wav’ Sport Model – 16’ 6” long, 22.5” wide, 5m long x 57cm wide Cockpit – 31” x 17”, 79cm x 43cm,

Cockpit cover & underdeck storage bag

Raknid Seat & backrest provides secure fit

Feathercraft Rudder System & foot-pedal rails & s.s.

‘U’ bolt for locking Customized Bulkhead – *extra 7” front internal dry-storage for weeklong expeditions

*Reduced leg length to approx.5’ 7”, 170cm height – for smaller paddlers

Colour – Deck, Lime Green w/ Blue cockpit trim, Bottom, White Hull for visibility (see photo below)

Atlantis – Built in Nanaimo in 10/2010

Details online – https://www.atlantiskayaks.com/wavsport.htm

Like New – Original Owner – No Damage – Stored Inside

Price – $2,750.00 – Paddling Accessories available to purchase

Test – Paddle at Ambleside Beach

Contact – Paul, 778-828-4437, Email: pg.wv@telus.net

[Quirine Schuyff]

Thanks for the reminde Rob. You are going right? Anyone else interested?

 

[Quirine Schuyff]

Thank you for your ideas everyone!

John: I have always been VERY careful with my drysuit socks but sometimes getting into and out of the boat, sand gets in and I suspect, some small shell pieces too. But I do like to idea of goretex socks to protect them! I think in the summer the shorter paddling shoes let more sand in.

Thanks Maureen and Katya for your ideas too. Perhaps I’ll start with some AquaSeal then go to tape.

[John Halliday]

I use Tear-Aid tape on inside.

Care of drysuit socks is as important as care of gaskets. Grit between your paddling shoes and the socks creates pinholes. Use high-top paddling shoes or wear neoprene socks over your dry suit socks. After every paddle you should rinse off your socks.

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