[Sue Johnson]

Just a reminder that Vancouver’s Fred DeNisco will hold a screening of ‘FREE WILLY‘ to raise funds to replace Telegraph Cove’s Whale Interpretive Centre this Sunday, July 20, at 1:30 pm at the Hollywood Theatre, 3123 West Broadway. DeNisco will also talk about the film and host a panel. See link below.

Telegraph Cove, on Vancouver Island’s northeastern coast, was devastated by fire December 31/24. Among the structures lost was the Whale Interpretive Centre, a museum dedicated to whales living off our coast. The centre housed a large collection of whale skeletons, including a 20-meter fin whale. Over $137,000 has already been raised, but the goal is to raise $1,000,000 to rebuild at the site.

Bring a friend – I invited friends and as it turns out, one of them happened to have been the Production Manager in the creation of Free Willy! Hope to see some club members there!

https://www.nsnews.com/local-news/vancouver-orca-influencer-free-willy-raise-funds-whale-centre-10888673?utm_source=North+Shore+News+Headline+News&utm_campaign=075a13576e-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_ba3660ab09-f74cc7858e-96554909&mc_cid=075a13576e#google_vignette

[Mick Allen]

That’s a great letter Kevin,

maybe a reference that at some launch locations there is extended parking allowance for motorized craft vehicles, but not for our extremely minimal impact.

Anyway, that’s a great template for strategizing as well as for specific applications.

[Mick Allen]

wow, that is one helluva break in a ‘lightly used’ paddle.  If it breaks like that, one’d expect similar potential failure at the other end – and would question if even worth fixing.

However, there it is . . . so if one was to fix, I’d lay up a form [in clay, foam, concrete, or wood bits] using the other half of the paddle end [will have to modify/fudge somewhat if non-symmetrical blades], then dig out the foam from each broken pc for as long as possible [say 2″ [5cm] each side – longer if possible] and make a really loose fit tenon out of softwood [spruce or cedar], butter the tenon with resin-ed diagonal glass pulled to linearize the fibres, and jam everything together into the previously made form and at the feather angle you wish.

Let set up, sand 3″ [7.5cm] in ea direction and lay on 2 lyrs of 6oz, let set up, sand to your desire. Then add say amt glass on the other end to mimize the same happening over there.

And then use paddle for easy paddling and lend-outs.

idea, anyway.

[Former Member]

Does anyone have advice/tips on how to repair a lightly used Aquabound Paddle? The blade snapped while paddling in deep water. Unfortunately, the company won’t replace or repair it, so I will attempt a repair myself with the help of Utube.

[George Prevost]

Thanks for looking in to this, Limor.  Would it be possible to get a written statement from the safety officer mentioning both the allowed UN numbers and the allowed quantities?  It would be handy to have this to show the ticket sellers if questioned.  They may not have this information readily available to them.

[John Leung]

Note that UN 2037 isn’t Jet Boil specific. Butane only fuel with different canister can also use UN 2037.  See below image.

[Limor Friedman]

What fuel and amount are we allowed to carry on BC Ferries?

The Dangerous good officer (Shawn) email back regarding the two cartridges  : Jet Boil -UN2037 and NSR- UN1075 ( 110 gr ) . I mentioned that I may have 2-3 canisters at the time in the car.

His answer : “The amount you are indicating is below the limited quantities so no need to declare at time of travel”.

*The limited amount is 125 liters.

This large amount require different procedure including carrying the fuel on the car deck.

Hope that helps us travel with safely and with the fuel.

 

 

[Kim Bose]

My Husband emailed BC Ferry dangerous goods division. They say UN 2037 is not allowed on closed vehicle decks but is allowed on the open vehicle deck.

 

[Heather Kirk]

Thanks so much Limor, for investigating this. Now we have the evidence to contest this erroneous demand. BC Ferries needs to up the training level of  their staff.

[Roberto Dominguez]

Aha! So it seems the issue is with pure Isobutane, which although is may be less explosive than the Isobutane+propane mix, the fact is meant for industrial use it’s probably a bit risky to transport and is defined as UN 1969, which is not allowed.

The Isobutane+propane mix, broadly defined as UN 2037, in the cartridges we use (UN 2037) are clearly defined as small containers, which have lower pressure and not refillable, so risk should be low, hence allowed.

Thanks Limor for digging more into it, hopefully this is going to help BC Ferries updating their policies.

P.S. Don’t quote me on this one, I’ve got some AI help 😉

[John Leung]

It’s a bit confusing.

Their website still doesn’t give people detail info.

https://www.bcferries.com/travel-boarding/dangerous-goods

They didn’t even list UN 1969, but it mentioned UN 1011 butane.

 

“Some camping fuels are prohibited, for example, UN1011 Butane. Reach out to your terminal of departure prior to travel for more details, if desired.”

 

When I look up UN 2037, it isn’t even fuel specific, it’s more about container.

 

[Limor Friedman]

Cynthia’s post motivated me to insist on getting replay from VBC ferries.
As last month at departure bay I was asked to show my fuel and was sent out to dispose it at the gas station since isobutane is forbidden.
( I almost lost my reservation, definitely lots one good almost full cartridge)

I started an email exchange with the dangerous good officer, their answer was to ask every time we travel if our fuel is prohibited or not.
but I emailed back this week to insist on consistency .
Here is the answer from officer Shawn:

Every cartridge has a UN number.

The UN number that is NOT allowed is :1969

The most common fuel cartridges that we are using:
UN 2037
UN 1075
Are allowed!

•  On the NSR cartridge the Number is at the bottom
  I also attached the email from the officer Shawn and asked him to remind his team.

[Kevin Amos]

Got it — here’s a letter written in opposition to overnight parking restrictions, specifically from the perspective of kayakers or individuals who need early/late access to the water. This version could be used to appeal to a local council, parks department, or homeowners’ association:

[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, ZIP Code]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
Date: July 12, 2025

To: [City Council / Parks Department / HOA Board]
Subject: Opposition to Overnight Parking Restrictions – Impact on Kayakers and Water Access

Dear [Council Members / Board / To Whom It May Concern],

I am writing as a concerned resident and regular kayaker to respectfully express my opposition to the newly proposed (or recently implemented) overnight parking restrictions near [name of launch site / waterfront area / specific street or lot].

While I understand the intent behind these restrictions—whether for safety, maintenance, or traffic management—they present a significant and unintended barrier to those of us who use the waterfront responsibly during early morning or late-night hours.

Kayaking and other paddle sports are uniquely dependent on weather and tide conditions, which often occur outside standard daytime hours. Many of us launch before sunrise or return well after dark, especially in the summer when conditions are ideal. Restricting overnight parking near launch points:

Limits safe and legal access to the water for non-motorized users.
Penalizes responsible recreational use that aligns with conservation and low-impact values.
Disproportionately affects locals and visitors who do not have waterfront property or alternative access.
We urge the [city/association/department] to consider one or more of the following compromises:

Designating limited overnight parking spots for watercraft users with a permit or displayed pass.
Allowing overnight parking during certain seasonal windows or during known tidal cycles.
Creating a registration system for responsible kayakers and paddle sport users to ensure compliance and accountability.
Kayaking promotes wellness, connection with nature, and responsible use of our public spaces. Restrictive parking policies, if not thoughtfully designed, risk discouraging outdoor activity and creating unnecessary conflict between users and regulators.

Thank you for your time and consideration. I would welcome the opportunity to speak further about practical alternatives that balance access with community needs.

Sincerely,
[Your Full Name]
[Optional: Affiliation with local paddling group, environmental org, etc.]

Would you like me to tailor this letter to a specific town or group (e.g., a particular launch site, park, or paddling club)?

[Cynthia Kennedy]

Hi folks SKABC are planning a overnight trip to S Thormanby Island end of September for a work / paddle weekend

We’d love for you to join us and meet in person.

Please look for the event in trip postings soon

Cheers

Cynthia

[Cynthia Kennedy]

Hi folks SKABC are planning a overnight trip to S Thormanby Island end of September for a work / paddle weekend

We’d love for you to join us and meet in person.

Please look for the event in trip postings soon

Cheers

Cynthia

[Author]

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