[Former Member]

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

[Former Member]

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.

[Former Member]

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.

[Former Member]

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

[Former Member]

Hello all – do we have any club members with current First Aid certification who can volunteer to be our First Aid attendant at this event?

Please contact Calvin or Nick Heath ASAP if you can help in this capacity.

[Former Member]

Thanks Allan!

[Former Member]

Posting this for folk who are interested in getting email when there are updates to this season’s club Trip List.

Just subscribe to this topic. I will comment on those days where a new trip is added to the list.

There are 3 trips posted for the balance of March. Hurry, as we are getting close to cut-off for the first.

Mar 17, Sunday | Day Trip | 2B | Lower Fraser River – Part 1  | booked 5/7
Mar 24, Sunday | Day Trip | 2B | Lower Fraser River – Part 2 | booked 3/6
Mar 31, Sunday | Day Trip | 2C | English Bay | booked 5/8

There are 3 trips posted in April, 2 of which are already booked full. There are still spots available for Portland Island (2B).

[Former Member]

Vancouver Water Adventures, (604) 736-5155, are taking over a covered kayak and board storage  located directly at English Bay beach.

[Former Member]

Hi Kendra

I am the membership director at Club Locarno. We do indeed have a great fleet of kayaks which our members can use for free if they want to do a day paddle from Jericho or can rent for a small amount to take off site and on trips ($30 first day and $10/day for subsequent days).

Please send me an email at membership@clublocarno.com if you want more information.

You can also sign up for one of our information sessions in April and May.  Just check our website: www. Clublocarno.com

Or if you just want to look at our kayaks and facilities just send me an email and I can meet you on-site.

Barb

[Bob Maher]

Hi, we received this update:

…Currently only 9 spots remain.  The Friday Night Justine C. talk is open to everybody and is included in WOW workshop pricing.

April 27/28  WOW Women on Water Sea Kayaking Workshop

April 26   Justine Curgenven Talk

Bob Putnam
Co-Owner
Coast Outdoors
Deep Cove Kayak Centre
604-805-6975

[Nick Heath]

I’ve become accustomed to rolling up my inflatable float that occupies zero rear deck space, so I have an unused and unlikely to be used MEC copy of the Brittlestar or I think that is what it is. It is a combination float and folding backrest. I can bring it to the next monthly meeting. My asking price is 50% of retail, whatever that is. If you a want to see a photo, that should be possible. I’m not certain it is quite what you are seeking.  Nick six oh four 939 7222.

[Henry Grayman]

Does anyone have a Brittlestar paddle float for sale. I recently lost mine and I am feeling bereft. Its dual purpose is very useful.

Henry Grayman

(604)788-1504

Henrygrayman@hotmail.com

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