[Former Member]

Peter, I’m flying back to Saskatoon this am – will try to find the time to connect soon!

[Former Member]

So helpful – thank you, everyone! This gives me options where there appeared to be none.

Awesome ideas! For further information:

– I now live in the Fraser Valley area but want to move to the Tri-cities area to be closer to work; or perhaps Burnaby or New West, depending. Realistically, anything further west is beyond my means.

– I’d gladly haul it inside an apartment if it could come in straight and fit (Half a million dollars just doesn’t go as far as it used to these days). It’s just me and it’s well over three times my height. I could earn the nickname Calamity Pam if I had to manoeuvre it too much!

– I have eked out a fine living, but out here I won’t be living in anything with a yard or a basement, guaranteed.

– There are so few listings on the market so options are very limited. To illustrate:  My *neighbourhood* in Saskatoon had more apartment condominiums listed for sale than all of Surrey combined.

– I have put myself on waitlists for outdoor storage at several of the sites that offer it, but my inclination is to have it close so I can throw it on the car and head off in any direction I please at a whim; not to mention admire it daily 🙂

On my hunt for real estate, the agent sends the strata docs for my review. Not all say you can have a trailer, but some do. I feel this is the least resistant path to success.

As for kayaks on the walls of parkades, agreed – condo boards need some schooling in thinking outside the box. Reading strata docs you have to wonder if anyone realizes what an insult to liberty they are 😉

In Saskatchewan, I happily headed out into the wilderness up north all on my own with a dog and some bear spray. It wasn’t exactly safe, but nonetheless it felt adventurous more than reckless. Here, with ocean currents and mountain lions and bears, I realize I needed to reach out to other kayakers before I do anything foolish. I’m happy to have found this association!

Cheers!

 

[Former Member]

I have a Folbot Greenland II for sale. Comes with 2 paddle s& 2 PFD’s. Asking $2,000. Peter 604-339-5025.

[Former Member]

If you are considering storing your kayak off-site, I have a storge spave available at a covered facility right on English Bay Beach. Costs $350 for the year.

Peter 604-339-5025

[Former Member]

Hi Pam,

I live in a condo in Surrey; I’m the president of my strata.  A couple of years ago we were reviewing our by-laws and making amendments as to what was permitted in the parking spaces.  We included a clause that allows council to make decisions on a case by case basis.  I submitted a request to hang my kayak, on the wall of my two parking stalls.  I included pictures of what the setup would look like, as well I committed to keeping the space tidy and clean and I made sure it didn’t interfere with the neighbouring stalls.  Our property manager at the time insisted that she had never seen a kayak in the parkade of a condo, I responded that there is a first time for everything 🙂

We have since had several fire inspections and we’ve never had any issues with the inspectors with regards to the kayak.  I recently submitted a request to hang a second kayak which has been approved.  In truth I do a lot for our condo and it is possible it influenced the council’s decisions, I’ve also strived to train council members and property managers to think outside the box and challenge the status quo as long as it’s reasonable.

I hope this helps.  Good luck

[Brian Pegg]

Hi Pam –

I live in a townhouse too with nowhere to store a boat, in Kitsilano.  I have kept mine at Jericho Sailing Centre for three years now, $200 per year includes membership (lounge, workshop, showers) and I can go paddling whenever I like from Jericho Beach.  Its outdoor storage.

Brian

[Former Member]

Anyone interested in considering the north coast, Vancouver Island, Aug25-Sep1 (43km, and 1 week i hope allows for staying put when NW winds are strong). Likely portage Cape Scott unless its calm. I can meet in van to try paddling together most weekends. My partner and friend will be hiking the same route, ideally we see them at camp.

[Former Member]

Hi Jake

I am interested in day paddles on Saturdays. I work on the north island and have 48h in Vancouver on weekends. I am strong intermediate, but flexible – just not excited with deep cove unless its blowing hard and we need the shelter.  Anyone interested in considering to paddle the north coast trail, Vancouver Island, Aug25-Sep1 (43km, and 1 week i hope allows for staying put when NWwinds are strong. Likely portage Cape Scott unless its calm. Can meet in van to try paddling together most weekends. My partner and friend will be hiking the same route, ideally we see them at camp.

[Yekaterina Yushmanova]

We store our two 17′ boats on the living room wall. It looks kinda cool and doesn’t take up that much space. Lucky to be on the first floor with courtyard access. The angle work out just right to wiggle the kayaks in.

[Former Member]

Green coast are local guides, great when we went with them 2012 (new owners now)

http://www.gckayaking.com/

[Former Member]

I have a garage spot near the beach in kits, at least until September and longer term for sure a space on a covered outdoor rack.  Are yo interested in easy whitewater paddles here? I am looking for sea and river paddle buddies for Saturdays.

[Former Member]

You should mention where you live, in case someone can help you out. We keep our Cetus (MV) in the basement where there’s plenty of room.

[Lynn Malbeuf]

I have just gone through this in the condo that I purchased in December. I requested, but the strata would not allow a free standing Kayak storage nor could I mount anything on the wall. They do allow boats on trailers, so I found a small (4’x8′) trailer that is perfect for my two 14.5′ Delta kayaks. The trailer is new (boxed, needing to be assembled) for $760.00. My friend assembled it for me and it is perfect! The unique feature about it for me is that it folds in 1/2 and stands upright against the back wall of my parking spot when not in use. I purchased it from JSE Equipment in Mission.  Hope this helps!

[Former Member]

Hello to any who read the post. New to the association. Moved very recently for work from Saskatchewan and bring years of lake kayaking/backcountry camping, some whitewater I. Thrilled to have brought my beautiful P&H Cetus LV to use in the actual sea! Right now I rent a townhouse with a garage so I can store it, but it’s a short term lease.

As I look for more permanent housing I am struggling to find storage options. None of the marine areas have room; townhouses are pricey for someone who just took a hit from a slow SK housing market, unless I move prohibitively far out. I can’t be the only one in the same, er, boat.

Do condo properties with underground parking to allow storage of a kayak? On a rack, on the wall, or in a second parking stall? I’ve read some strata docs and some allow ‘licensed trailers’ in the underground parkade – has anyone used this loophole? I’ll gladly buy one to store my kayak on.

Unfortunately, I’ve had no luck trying to reach out to condo boards (contact info not accessible to random buyers) quickly enough not to miss out on the bidding.  And damn it I’m not giving up this boat!

Any tips, tricks, suggestions … I’m open!

I look forward to meeting a few of you as I settle in!

[Nick Heath]

Following recent success at Zorro Bay and Thornbrough Pt we plan to install the remaining 4 food cache boxes on Tues and/or Wed, so I’m seeking crew(s) for either or both days. Some of us will stay overnight at one of the sites while others may choose to return home, spending either one or two days on task.  I can use the skiff as a taxi to/from Porteau or Squamish, as needed. We’ll start each day early to take advantage of light wind conditions. Suggested meeting time at Porteau Cv is 7 am.

I’m thinking this could be 2 separate crews, but that means 2 sets of tools, taking more organization, but still feasible.

Pl let me know if you are able to help and, if so, for which day(s).

The work is likely to be in the shade, digging holes, mixing small batches of concrete, fetching gravel and pebbles in pails and other fairly straightforward site work. Work gloves needed, sturdy shoes, too.  The heaviest work is actually loading and unloading the boat. Wading needed for that – so bring 2 sets of footwear. This is an open boat, subject to lots of spray. Put your gear in dry bags to protect it.  Bring and wear your pfd.

I won’t be replying very soon because I’m off camping for a few days, but will definitely confirm arrangements on Sun ev or Mon am.

Nick

membership1@skabc.org

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