[Karin Hartner]

Hi Miranda–couldn’t find an email for you so I’ll paste the info here:

Hello Ms. Hartner,
Human-powered vessels are prohibited in the First and Second Narrows.
There are some sections of the Harbour where human powered vessels are permitted.
Please refer to the Port Metro Vancouver Harbour Operations Manual for details:
http://www.portmetrovancouver.com/Libraries/PORT_USERS_Marine_Operations/Harbour_Operations_Manual_Practices_and_Procedures_for_the_Vancouver_Fraser_Port_Authority_1.sflb.ashx
6.4.2.1 Narrows
Tide and wind conditions may cause turbulent seas in both Narrows. Caution should be exercised. Only adequately powered craft may pass through either Narrows. No craft under sail or oars may transit either Narrows.

[Karin Hartner]

Miranda, besides this being challenging water, you are not allowed by law to paddle in the harbour which is officially between the two bridges. Only a small area in Coal Harbour near the Rowing Club is exempt. I’ll forward you the reference.

Karin

[Former Member]

Thanks  Thom!

[Former Member]

The currents can get a bit strong around the Ironworkers bridge. Plus you are in the harbour with harbour traffic which sometimes can be interesting.

An alternative would be to go to Barnet Marine Park. Small amount of harbour traffic but mostly you are in a more natural environment and can even paddle to deep cove in North Van subject to wind and currents.

Cheers, Thom

[Former Member]

I’m new at paddling, have started doing short trips.  I live in East Van, not far from New Brighton beach.  It’s a bit of a walk from parking down to the beach, but I’m up for that.  Just wondering if others have paddled around there much, and what issues there might be that I should be aware of.  thanks!

Miranda M

[Former Member]

Boat is sold.

[Former Member]

It is in New Westminster if you want to see it – you can call me on my cell phone at 604-446-2332

[Clark Perry-Bater]

Hi Stuart,

I’m interested in your double kayak. Where can I see it?

Clark Perry-Bater

[Karin Hartner]

If you have time for a sociable mid-week paddle, we are meeting at 8:30 am on Thursday May 12th at Ambleside Beach. Launch will be at 9. We will paddle out to Point Atkinson, then turn around for a rest and lunch at Sandy Cove.

Please let Karin know if you wish to join us   karinhartner@gmail.com

[Former Member]

It is a 2002 – three owners but extremely lightly used.

[Former Member]

Hi Dave – No I am not coming. Kayak is in New Westminster.

[Former Member]

Hi Dave

 

No I am not coming.

[Former Member]

What year is this kayak?

[Former Member]

I realized I should probably give you my contact information.

dave.biehn@gmail.com

604 378-9938

[Former Member]

Hello Stuart,

I might be interested in your tandem.  Are you coming to the Spring Fling paddle tomorrow by chance?

Dave Biehn

[Author]

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