[Kevin Amos]

Hello!

My name is Kendra with the Vancouver Aquarium Marine Mammal Rescue Society, and I’m excited to share that we are the ONLY Canadian finalist in our category for the 2025 Land Rover Defender Service Awards!

The winner will be chosen by public vote and voting runs Oct 3–19. I’m reaching out because with your help, we could bring home a new Defender and $30,000 to help us continue rescuing sick, injured, and orphaned marine mammals along our coast.

You can find all the details here: https://www.vammr.org/how-to-help/defender-services-awards/

Best,

Kendra Luckow

PS. Follow @VAMMRS for more stories, rescue updates, and ways to support!

Kendra Luckow

Registered Veterinary Technologist & Social Media Specialist

Marine Mammal Rescue

 

Grateful to be working on the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səl̕ilwətaʔɬ (Tsleil – Waututh) territories.

P 604 258 7325

M 236 668 1356
E Kendra.Luckow@vammr.org

 

vammr.org

 

[Cynthia Kennedy]

Bc Marine Trails Stewardship Committee is looking to expand, and I would like to invite you to join as a stewardship rep for your respective club!
This is a great opportunity to:

Participate in one-hour monthly meetings
Stay up to date on BCMT stewardship initiatives to share with your club
Strengthen collaboration between clubs and BCMT
Provide valuable input and ideas that shape our stewardship work going forward
Open the door to more regional stewardship events
Your involvement will help ensure that paddling clubs and BCMT are working together to implement stewardship initiatives along the BC coast.

If you or someone from your club is interested in joining, please reply to this email and I can share further details.

Best,

—
Sam Cutcliffe
Communications & Stewardship Coordinator
BC Marine Trails
Check out our Marine Trails Code of Conduct!

 

[Maureen Benzon]

skabc has printed ID decals which can be affixed inside your cockpit for as many boats as you own. They will be available, compliments of skabc, at the Fall Fling and at the Harrison paddle.

Other arrangements will be made for those not attending.

We will also have the reflective decals of the skabc logo for you to display on your boats. Please inquire if you would like some.

I can bring the reflective deckline if you would like to purchase some to refresh your lines. Please let me know in advance how much you would like.

text me on 778-712-1035

 

[George Prevost]

Hello everyone,

Club member Mike Gilbert is offering club members a 25% discount on courses run by his business Paçantic Risk Management/BC Kayak Centre in 2026.  Courses and prices are listed below.  For more information contact Mike at 778-835-0774 or mgilbert1600@gmail.com.

Paçantic Risk Management Corp & BC Kayak Centre Discount 2026 Courses and Clinics for
SKABC Members

May 2

Rescue & Re-entry Clinic
Sasamat Lake. $150
0900 – 1200 hrs
3 hours; Regular price $200
Min – 3; Max – 6

Paddle Skills Technique Clinic
Sasamat Lake. $150
1300 – 1600 hrs
3 hours; Regular price $200
Min – 3; Max – 6
** If you sign up for both
morning and afternoon clinics
save $50 and pay only $250 for
the day.

 

May 7-10

Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Level 1 Instructor Course
Vanier Park, Vancouver $450
4 Days, Regular Price. $600
Min – 3; Max -6 Students

 

May 17

Using a Greenland Paddle Clinic
1300-1600 hrs
Afternoon – Sasamat Lake $150
3 Hours; Regular Price. $200
Min – 3; Max – 6 Students

 

May 24-29

Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Level 3 Skills Course
Deer Group, Barclay Sound $550
5 Days, Regular Price $750
May 24 – travel day
Min – 3; Max – 4 Students

 

June 5-7

Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Basic Instructor Course
Vanier Park, Vancouver. $335
3 Days, Regular Price. $450
Min – 3; Max – 6 Students

 

June 13-14.

Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Rolling Instructor Course
Sasamat Lake, Port Moody $300
2 Days, Regular Price. $400
Requires students to teach
Min – 3; Max – 6 Students

 

June 20-25.

Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Level 2 Skills & Basic Camping
2 Certification Courses. $550
Regular price. $900
2 Days in Richmond learning camping and kayak theory
4 Days in the Gulf Islands learning paddling skills & camping
6 Days Total
The Basic Camping Cert is Free!
Min – 3; Max – 6 Students

 

June 27-28.

Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Level 1 Skills Course
Sasamat Lake, Port Moody $225
2 Days, Regular Price. $300
Students must have their own gear
Min – 3; Max – 8 Students

[edwin torillo]

Hello all. Just wondering where to go in Vancouver to get/ make a foam back rest for my kayak? Similar to like Greenland.

thank you

[Kapila Jayaweera]

This is a fantastic idea. Remember we help similar fundraising event to save Ballenas Islands several years ago.

[Marika Green]

Sounds great. I’m all signed up for that paddle now. See you there 🙂

Marika

[Kevin Amos]

You have a rare opportunity to protect 100 acres (40.5 hectares) in Desolation Sound—one of British Columbia’s most dramatic and world-renowned marine areas.

We’ve secured an agreement to purchase this property in Prideaux Haven for $2.5 million. The Wilson 5 Foundation has generously agreed to match every gift—leaving $1.25 million to raise by September 29th, 2025. 100% of your gift will make sure this piece of our natural heritage is protected forever.

https://bcparksfoundation.ca/campaigns/prideaux-haven/?utm_source=convertkit&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=%F0%9F%8D%82%20September%20Newsletter%20-%2019055641

[Maureen Benzon]

I am paddling to Twin Islands.

See you there 🙂

[Marika Green]

Hi Maureen,

I will be at the fall fling. Still deciding which group paddle I will attend. Would it be possible to do a quick test paddle of your pilgrim.

Thanks,

Marika

[Jaspal Marwah]

Hi Maureen, I’m interested in chatting about your pilgrim boat and the fall fling (?) thing 🙂

You can email me at avid.ambler@gmail.com

Thx!

[Kapila Jayaweera]

There are few spots available for Howe Sound paddle and camping trip if anyone interested.

Please check trip website for more information and sign up info. If you have any questions, please post to this forum or let us know.

Thanks.

[Eric Hoogenraad]

Beautiful 16’ Delta Kayak with rudder, day hatch and fully adjustable seat.
Excellent condition, lots of storage. Good for day trips and multi day touring.
Ready to paddle 🙂

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2588941994783896/?

[Maureen Benzon]

I am selling my beloved NDK Pilgrim, complete with snapdragon expedition spray skirt

This kayak has custom under-deck storage for your pump, and an under-deck bag for essentials.

Built in Wales for playing along the rugged coastline, this kayak is built to last.

16’ long by 20” wide, low 12” deep with a low back deck, this is a fun responsive play boat with adequate storage for camping gear for a long weekend.

For photos please see:

https://vancouver.craigslist.org/nvn/boa/d/north-vancouver-ndk-pilgrim/7882566273.html

I will have the Pilgrim at the Fall Fling, if you would like to test paddle. 🙂

[Kevin Amos]

Dear friends and family, near and far, old friends and new,

 

We are looking forward to gathering together in two weeks to honor Paul Heraty’s life, celebrating his legacy, and remembering a man’s adventurous spirit and generous heart.

We invite you to hit play   on this playlist of Paul’s favorite songs and artists as you read this email. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5htZoaAm2hL5o3Tq4I580Q?si=88a74cee1def4fdd

Let the music guide you through the details of his Celebration of Life, reminiscing about him, perhaps accompanying you on a walk, paddle, ski, or soaking in the beauty of the outdoors just as Paul loved.
Here we go…

When
Saturday, October 4th, 2025 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

Where
The Jericho Sailing Centre located at 1300 Discovery Street, Vancouver, BC V6R 4L9
(A place Paul loved to launch his kayak.)

What to Wear
In true Paul style, if he wasn’t in a crisp, well-fitted suit, he was in athletic gear: a cherished Nordic tuque, a well-worn paddling wetsuit, a sun-bleached silk shirt, or vintage ’90s sport shades.
We ask that you honor his adventurous spirit by wearing your running, paddling, or ski attire – ready to channel your inner Paul.

What to Expect

3:30 pm – Words of Welcome & Land Acknowledgement
4:00 pm – Life Tributes & Memories
4:30 pm – Thank Yous & Heraty Foundation Announcement

 

Obituary
Paul’s obituary can now be viewed online and will also be published in The Vancouver Sun and The Province this Saturday, September 20th 2025.
Click here to view Paul Austin James Heraty’s Obituary https://vancouversunandprovince.remembering.ca/obituary/paul-heraty-1093087803

 

The Heraty Foundation
In lieu of flowers or cards, we have created a Legacy fund – The Heraty Foundation – through the Vancouver Foundation. The Heraty Foundation was created to carry Paul’s adventurous and generous spirit forward by supporting two causes close to his heart:
North Shore Search and Rescue – Reflecting his lifelong love of wilderness, adventure, and service.
The Parkinson’s Society of BC – Supporting individuals and families navigating Parkinson’s with courage, hope, and community.
Click here to support The Heraty Foundation. http://dation.ca/s/heraty-foundation

Thanks for reading to the end – you’re a champ! We look forward to celebrating Paul, swapping stories, sharing a few laughs, and maybe debating which of his favorite songs should be our anthem for the day!

Warmly,
Georgia Heraty
(604) 763-6173

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