[Sarah Cummins]

Hi Phyllis    happy to practice rescues etc    cannot make it this week end .  Free to practice April 13th/14th   or evenings 15th/16th  April  .

 

[Avaleigh Neill]

Sign me up for WOW at Deep Cove.

I have Delta 15, dry suit and gear,

Avaleigh Neill

avaneill52@gmail.com

 

[Ted Lam]

Hi Phyllis,

My name is Ted, I am excited to hear that you want to practice of this self rescue. I think it is awesome if there are someone to work with, if you are ok, please count me in. I am a strong swimmer, love waves, own a kayak, wet suit and enough gears. Let me know the time and location. I have time to do both, Friday after lunch and whole Saturday.

My email is :     tedlam1011@gmail.com

 

[Avaleigh Neill]

Phyllis,

I am free to practise on Friday morning, 9:30 – 12.30

Avaleigh Neill

avaneill52@gmail.com

[Peter Loppe]

Oldie but goodie. This paddle float doubles as a camp seat. $20.-

[Phyllis Mallett]

I need to practice self/assisted rescues this Fri/Sat at Jericho Beach and I am hoping to find a few others interested in practicing too.

 

[Mike Gilbert]

I have April 14th – 18th available to put on a 3 day Level 1 sea kayak course for club members.  Probably looking at April 15, 16 & 17 as the best dates.  Who would be interested?

Maximum number of students allowed is either a 1:6 or 2:8 instructor student ratio.  Minimum number of students required is 3.  Price per person would be $150.00.  You must have all the needed equipment (ie. kayak, paddle(s), PFD, whistle, pump, throw bag).  Course will be held at Jericho Beach, Vancouver.

Information about the course is as follows:

Sea Kayak Level-1 Skills
Building on the information covered in Basic Skills, Level-1 is a two-day course that moves participants beyond flatwater kayaking and into the sport of sea kayaking. The course is conducted in slightly rougher water than Basic Kayak, aiming to develop the paddler’s comfort in class-1 waters. There is a strong focus on re-entry techniques as well as the skills required to safely plan and execute a day trip with friends (for example, navigation & route planning, weather interpretation, proper clothing/gear.)

Prerequisites
Certification:Paddle Canada Basic Kayak skills certification or equivalent skill and knowledge at the discretion of the course director.
Paddling experience:Five kayaking excursions (2 or 3 hours) in class-0
Can execute a controlled wet exit in class-0 conditions.
Can perform a simple assisted re-entry in class-0 conditions.
Typical Course Length
2 days

Overview
Re-entry Skills
Unassisted Re-entry
Assisted Re-entry
Towing
Paddling Skills
Launching and Landing
Forward Stroke
Stopping
Reverse Stroke
Sweep Strokes
Draw Stroke
Low Brace
Stern Rudder
Edge Control
General Knowledge
Equipment and Equipment Care
Communication
Route Planning and Basic Navigation Techniques
Half-day Kayak Journey
Weather
Sea State
Risk Assessment and Mitigation
Cold Issues and Sun Safety
Impact of Kayakers on the Environment
History and Heritage
Kayaking Community and Resources
Vehicle Boat Tie Down

Let me know ASAP if you are interested.

Mike Gilbert – Level 2 Instructor Trainer

 

[Calvin Sam]

You can still participate by helping SKABC raise funds for BC Marine Trails.

HOW? There are 2 ways that you can still get involved without attending the Festival.

By the way, it’s still not too late to purchase tickets for yourself, family, and friends.

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/2019-paddling-film-festival-vancouver-edition-tickets-55144131582?ref=elin

1st method – you can donate directly to BCMT by following these easy steps:

https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/bc-marine-trails-network-association/

1. Click (copy and paste) on the link below
2. Click on DONATE NOW
3. Go to the drop down – Apply your donation to “Sea to Sky Marine Trail and other Howe Sound Site Development”
4. Type in a message for this charity “SKABC Film Festival”

2nd Method – We are excited to offer everyone a chance to get involved by being able to bid on 3 items on our ON-LINE AUCTION. These items are made possible by a generous donation from our Platinum Sponsor “Skyview Outdoors”

• Boreal Design Epsilon T200 17′ Kayak
• Camping Bundle (includes Eureka Suma 2 Tent, Jet Boil Might Moe Stove, Nemo Sleep Mattress, and 2 Yakfood Freeze Dried Food Packages
• Aqua-bound Carbon Stingray Paddle

These 3 items are only offered through our Silent ON-LINE AUCTION by following these easy steps:

1. Click (copy and paste) on the link below
2. Create an Account and Login
3. Place your bid(s)
4. Receive e-mail notifications on bid items

https://www.32auctions.com/skabc2019?utm_source=SKABC+Master+List&utm_campaign=b192e93bd9-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_MARCH-1-ACTIVE_COPY_02&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_e2251a48c9-b192e93bd9-&mc_cid=b192e93bd9&mc_eid=%5bUNIQID%5d

[Benjamin Walsh]

SOLD!

[Sherron Soo]

For sale: Feathercraft Kurrent folding kayak. In excellent condition, only used a few times. Selling because the owner moved to the Interior. Paid over $3000.00 priced to sell at $1500.00
Includes spray skirt, sea sock, pump and has all pieces. Fits in a backpack, ideal for small spaces and easy to transport. Contact Michele at mfeist40@gmail.com or 778-840-9704 to arrange a viewing.

[Nick Heath]

I agreed to see if SKABC could help the Future of Howe Sd Society who are taking the lead on trying to clear some debris that has spread across various beaches as a result of storms breaking up docks and wrecking boats.  On the weekend of Apr 13/14 they will be picking up collected, bagged debris at Porteau Cv and Horseshoe Bay in a truck for disposal/recycling. They especially want to gather expanded polystyrene before it is pulverised into micro-sized  pellets.

The Society organizers think kayakers will be able to access areas like Anvil Is SW shore that others can’t easily reach. A similar notice will be sent out via BCMT channels.

My plan and motives are a bit different – remove from our 6 sites some garbage that we haven’t been able to remove so far and take it to Porteau Cv for disposal. If we have time, clean up other beaches nearby.

Safety will be paramount, so all needs to be well-organized and controlled.

Some volunteers could paddle, some could come in my open skiff. 1 day or 2 days – your choice. I’ll camp overnight at Zorro Bay or Porteau.

Dates Wed 10 April Thu 11 Apr . Contact Nick treasurer2_at_skabc.org

[Allan Edwin]

New Trip Posted

Paddle & Pull – Widgeon Creek Invasive Plants Removal (1A) – Saturday, April 13

Calling on our members to join the Conservation Committee on a paddle up Widgeon Creek to root out some invasive plant species. For this special event, we will be allowed access onto a beach that is normally off limits.

Spring Fling

Trips are now posted and open for registration. Please see the Spring Fling trips list.

[Allan Edwin]

Registrations are now open for Spring Fling 2019!

This year’s event will be held on May 4, the first Saturday of the month. There are 5 separate day trips posted, of varying distances. Two groups will be launching from Deep Cove, and three groups from Cates Park.

Guests (non-club members) are welcome, however we cannot accommodate first time kayakers. Please co-ordinate your guest paddler’s qualifications with the trip leader(s) on the trip you are registering for.

Some groups have openings for co-leaders. If you would like to lead future club trips, this is a great opportunity to start on that path, working with an experienced trip leader. Having additional trip leaders will also allow those groups to accept more participants.

As always, wind and weather will be factors affecting paddling conditions. Please prepare gear, food, and water accordingly.

[Benjamin Walsh]

PRICE REDUCED! NOW $2300!

Updated Craigslist link: https://vancouver.craigslist.org/van/boa/d/vancouver-2017-necky-elias-fiberglass/6815428513.html

[Quirine Schuyff]

My plans for the weekend fell through and the weather and wind look great this weekend. I thought I would see if anyone else is able and willing to go for an overnight. I’d prefer to have someone with a couple of years experience and not beginners. Kayak camping experience essential, wet/dry suit, self rescue skills, and assisted rescue skills.

I actually have Monday off as well so could do two nights from Saturday (tomorrow anytime) or just early Sunday-Monday. Or just Saturday/Sunday too.

Email me and I’ll check in periodically through the evening.

quisch@gmail.com

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