[Nick Heath]

I’m not opposed to funding this land purchase, but so far the Prideaux Haven  area within Desolation Sd. Prov Park has excluded or closed all paddling destination sites to overnight use. Meanwhile hundreds of boaters, often with dogs, make frequent shore visits via tenders, so shore use here is very imbalanced.

I think paddlers could and should contribute to other land acquisition projects for greater impact.

[Kevin Amos]

Thanks to donations to the BC Parks Foundation (promoted in our last newsletter) another piece of the BC coast is now protected forever.

Together, donors helped raise an incredible $1.25 million, with another $1.25 million matched by the Wilson 5 Foundation. The funds allowed for the purchase of 100 acres of coastal forest and nearly one kilometre of untouched shoreline in Prideaux Haven.

The property’s marbled murrelet habitat, thriving eelgrass beds, and breathtaking views will now remain intact, helping strengthen conservation connections around Desolation Sound Marine Park.

[Maureen Benzon]

SOLD.

Thanks for the interest 🙂

[Nick Heath]

Any interest in 3-4 days at Simson Park later this month (Oct) to finish our trail brushing job and a few other related tasks? Camp at Farm Bay or Drift Bay. Transport by kayak or by power boat. Seeking just 1 or maybe 2 fellow masochists! Could be over a weekend or mid-week. Prefer to go when a favourable weather window is forecast. Nick.    treasurer2 at skabc dot org

[Kevin Amos]

We’re building a slideshow to celebrate this year’s adventures  from our epic paddles.

Please send 3–5 of your best photos by November 3rd.

What we’re looking for:
• Action shots on the water
• Group moments
• Nature & scenery
• Behind-the-scenes or funny stuff

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1QroiftUN3sgXjh3ay3_EcblpuGxHO6Sp

Let’s make it a slideshow to remember!

[Kevin Amos]

It seems not to be mobile friendly so try on a computer this link

https://www.landrover.ca/en/experiences/sponsorship/defender-service-awards/vote/animal-welfare.html

[Esmeralda Cabral]

Please join us via Zoom for our Club meeting on Monday, October 6 at 7:30 pm

Maia Beauvais’ presentation is titled “Learning in Gwaii Haanas”

Maia will talk about her experience of getting to and paddling in Gwaii Haanas. She will cover trips she has been part of, her favourite places, and key pieces and reflections from her first three seasons guiding in Gwaii Haanas. She will introduce the SKGABC and the original connection to Gwaii Haanas, the story of Athlii Gwaii as well as her own experiences along Indigenous lead Land Defence.

A Zoom link is below – Meeting is open to the public. Everyone is welcome!

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82671726670?pwd=pbE7HtsDp1slzrypYZKEbNzxuIzSW7.1  

Meeting ID: 826 7172 6670
Passcode: 164833

[Kapila Jayaweera]

If anyone like to be upside down in their kayak, please join me at 2:30pm Sasamat Lake White Pine beach parking lot F. Still have few more days to enjoy while good weather last then all over till next year.

Parking is free now from Oct 1st.

If interested, please email me or post to this forum. My contact is on the membership section.

Thanks

[Richard Merchant]

The only problem with this post is the link to the VAMMR.org website where  I cannot see something which actually tell one how to vote….  Maybe I’m missing it.  Maybe the QR code above leads to one but I don’t think I’m voting on my phone:  it would be nice if there was a simple link on the website for access from my PC….

Richard

[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.

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