[Kevin Amos]

Every paddler has a hero. Maybe it’s an instructor, a volunteer, or the friend who stepped up when things got serious on the water. The inaugural Paddle BC Awards celebrate the people, organizations, and communities that make paddling in British Columbia safer, stronger, and more fun. And you can help choose the winners! Visit the Paddle BC Awards page to explore the categories and nominate your favourite BC paddlers and paddling organizations.

https://paddlebc.ca/paddle-bc-awards/

[Sand Northrup]

Hi Christine,

I have two universal battery banks (CPAPExtras.com) that I can lend you during that time period. You can call me at (604) 873-1125 or email me direct at sandnorthrup@hotmail.com

Sand

 

[Christine Baker]

Hello friends,

I’m wondering where my fellow sleep-apnea-suffering kayakers are? I was hoping I could borrow some batteries to power a travel CPAP machine from Aug 27 to Sept 3? [For non-CPAP users, this is a more powerful battery than the ones people tend to use to recharge their phones and such.]

I only have one battery myself; I would be happy to lend out mine to fellow CPAP-users for longer trips in the future as well!

So, please contact me if you have any CPAP-suitable batteries that you’d be willing to lend in late August.

Thank you friends!

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Kapila Jayaweera]

I am planning to do rolling practice at Sasamat Lake Thursday July 2nd afternoon.

I will be at the White Pine beach parking lot F around 2:45pm, then use kayak cart to carry my boat to the beach.

Practice time is about two hours with breaks.

Exact location:-

https://maps.app.goo.gl/cBUKYv7TwRhaUgzK9

Please bring Kayak cart, wet or dry suit, spray skirts etc.

Having goggles, nose plugs and earplugs would be helpful when learning to role.

This is more about rolling though If anyone wanted to come and do their self/assisted rescue practice are welcome to join.

Please not that I am not a qualified instructor when it comes to rolling or rescue but I could help for those who have done some rolling lessons and wanted to improve their skills.

Please posted on this forum or email me if you are planning to attend. My contact information can be found on the member list page.

Thank you.

Kapila

[Margaret Dessau]

I’m in for this day paddle!

[Ken Bigelow]

Join me for a Canada Day paddle with a great group, beautiful scenery, and a well-earned lunch along the way.

The forecast is a full mix with possible sun, cloud or showers with variable winds.

Meet: 8:00 AM
Launch: Caulfeild Cove, 4784 Pilot House Rd, West Vancouver

🛶 Route: West Vancouver → Apodaca → Snug Cove Cafe for lunch → West Vancouver

If Mother Nature has other plans, we’ll simply head into Howe Sound and enjoy one of many areas to explore instead.

Distance: ~11–15 nautical miles
Pace: Intermediate

 

[Maureen Benzon]

I have secured a date for the practice in July, and registration is open.

Please note. If you signed up as a show of interest, you will need to sign up again.

Todays session was fun and very rewarding. Thanks to tose who came 🙂

[Maureen Benzon]

The date for this paddle has changed from Saturday 12 September  to Sunday 13 September

[Caity Milton]

I stayed there for a few nights in September 2024… it was a last-minute booking after getting caught in inclement weather, and was so glad Bruce had a floating cabin available! He even lent me a couple eggs and fresh veggies. It was such a special experience, I highly recommend it 🙂

[Jill Allbritton]

How economically feasible is the container storage in Steveston?  Thanks

[Theresa Davies]

I am seeking out options for a 5 – 7 day kayak trip around July 13-19 or August 1- 6. I am self sufficient and have done upward of 30 multi days on the coast and some inland. If you have a last minute vacancy, can take another kayaker, or are interested in putting a beginner to intermediate trip together, please get in touch. Thank you

[alison Robbins]

Hi!  Yes, I went on my own in 2024 in September and stayed in the old bakery. I was pretty much the only one there to stay at that time.  It was a really great experience. I met a small group of doctors who came through for a few nights and adopted me and we day paddled together!  alison

[Theresa Davies]

I enjoyed a SKABC trip there  in 2011, took Bruce’s water taxi from Port McNeil. We stayed in the main lodge and made our own meals in the communal kitchen. Highlights included Echo Bay and a tour of Billy Proctor’s museum, three days kayaking around the various island groups, a short hike behind the Inn to a reservoir lake for a refreshing swim. Saw many whales from the water taxi and a couple of bears on paddling routes. There were fish farms amongst the islands. Beautiful location and the Paddler’s Inn was well maintained and comfortable. I have logged the routes we took if you are interested.

 

[Brenda Hardie]

Yes. We used their water taxi last year and spent about a week in the Broughton’s and the last night we stayed in a cabin. It was really lovely.

[Holly Symons]

Hi Sarka,

I’ve stayed at Paddler’s Inn a couple of times, but it has been several years since I’ve been there. I particularly enjoyed staying in the float cabin. The location is very conveniently located a paddle away from the Bird Group. We’ve used their water taxi service as well and have always had a positive experience.

Holly

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