[Former Member]

Has anyone been to Lord Byng pool during the public Kayak drop-in? I want to take a friend there to practice wet exit/rescue but not sure if I can bring my own kayak, which entrance to go through etc. Any practical tips you could share would be appreciated.

 

[Former Member]

Hi all,

I’m creating this topic to give people a place to organize rides for the Spring Fling trips on May 4.

I have my kayak stored at Burrard Marina and would appreciate a ride to either Cates or Deep Cove. I’m signed up for the Cates-Twin Island trip but am open to switching.

Thanks!

 

[Quirine Schuyff]

The weather seems to look ok just for today as does the wind. I would like to get on the water for a short paddle. I could be there by 5:30 but if there are others who need a later start I could push it to 6pm meeting?

I keep my boat there so would put in by EcoMarine where they also have started renting boats. Depending on who joins, time of put in, and wind direction,  it could be a paddle towards Wreck Beach (or as far as we get) or perhaps Siwash Rock, or Kits Beach.

I am not a leader for this, nor am I responsible for your safety. I am happy to take beginners but you must be able to handle a sea kayak and have all safety gear.  I won’t make wet/dry suit mandatory BUT if you don’t wear one you must dress in synthetic layers and bring a change of clothes in your cockpit. Be prepared for ANY weather. Warm hat, rain jacket, neoprene gloves, appropriate footwear to get wet feet.

Reply here and I will reply. I am not in constant access to email so give me at least a couple of hours to reply.

[Jayne Hardy]

If you know someone who get us all up on the dance floor at “Winterfest” in December contact one of us on the social committee – Andrea Kovits, Nicola Kuchta, Debra Merchant, Jayne Hardy or Alicia Watt.

[Admin S. Jensen]

For sale: two kayaks plus paddles, wheels, drybags, pump, and equipment shown in the photos. The red kayak is a Nimbus Seafarer purchased in the early 2000’s.   Located in the Dunbar area of Vancouver.   Contact Anthea Hewett for details — by email at ahewett@sutton.com or call 604-720-5522

[Kapila Jayaweera]

If anyone looking for summer job or have spare time to tech Kayaking, City of Burnaby hiring Kayak instructor. Please look at following link or go directly to City of Burnaby carrier information page.

https://trr.tbe.taleo.net/trr01/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=CITYBURNABY&cws=1&rid=3994

https://www.burnaby.ca/Our-City-Hall/City-Departments/Human-Resources/Career-Information.html

Thanks

Kapila

[Former Member]

Hi Daniel

Please confirm you are interested in the WHOLE p[ackage and NOT JUST the shoes.

Call me at 604-805-1176 for more details

Rob Leeson

[Former Member]

Interested. Can I call for info? 778 868 7673

[Former Member]

What size are the shoes???

[Former Member]

FOR SALE!  EVERYTHING BUT THE BOAT –

carbon fiber paddle, wet suit, PFD, boots and shoes, paddle float, rescue bag and line, car rack straps, 3 Pelican cases for camera/phone, 3 dry bags, MANY  charts etc etc etc

SELLING AS A PACKAGE (NO CHERRY PICKING! )  $425 obo

[Karin Hartner]

Hi all

 

I have been informed by Erin that the window number for discounts has now closed. Those of you that are communicating with her, carry on but unless you are prepared to pay the full price now to fill up the boat, do not ask for the discount anymore.

Karin

[Karin Hartner]

There is some room left on this sailing trip with one of the best mother ship tour operators on the coast. Check their website–explore@bluewateradventures.ca. If you are interested, call Erin Boyle and tell her that you know Karin and you will receive a discount.–

reply to karinhartner@gmail.com  if you have any questions

[Karin Hartner]

A small group of us are doing the September 19-26 Sailing Tour with Bluewater Adventures. Kitimat-Bella Bella–fly in to Terrace. There are still some spaces left on the boat if anyone in SKABC is interested. If you call, ask for Erin Boyle and tell her you heard it from me (Karin Hartner) and you will receive a discount. Check their website-they are one of the foremost mother ship operators on the Coast and are based locally.

 

[Former Member]

Since I’m now the proud owner of a Mariner Max, and at least a couple too many kayaks into a collection, the time has come to put my Mariner II up for sale.

Mariners were built without front bulkheads & were designed to be used with flotation bags and sea socks. Victoria’s John Abercrombie has completely ‘renovated’ this boat with new bulkheads, hatches in recesses, new hull gelcoat, recessed carbon fiber coaming, new deck rigging, etc.

The gelcoat is no longer “like new” and there are some adorable natural relic marks where a mink scrabbled at the deck with his claws trying to get in while we were camped south of Bella Bella, but otherwise in stellar shape.

This is a fast, capable kayak suitable for an athletic paddler. Can fit a huge amount of gear, but feels nimble in the water. It’s not light to carry, but then, you’re not going to break it when hauling it up on the beach, either. This is a kayak that will last you a lifetime, suitable for distance touring or day trips — handles amazingly well loaded or unloaded.

With the Mariner sliding seat, which allows you to adjust the trim on the fly as conditions change.

Specifications and details at marinerkayaks.com

17’11” x 21.5″

Boat is located in Surrey. $2500

[Vincent Law]

I would like to take this course but unfortunately the 15th won’t work for me. I’ll try again the next time it’s offered.

[Author]

Replies