[Richard Magill]

still available.

[Admin S. Jensen]

Hi, registration has been reopened until 8pm tonight. Hope to see you there!

[Limor Friedman]

For those who regret missing the cut off for spring fling – here is your chance to be on the water tomorrow- Saturday – May 3rd

I have room for 2 more paddlers on the route from Cates park to Bedwell bay.

It will be a relaxing paddle, with a Lunch and pit stop at Jug beach.

Please register on the event page.

[Nick Heath]

If you live on paddle near or visit the Sunshine Coast, please consider completing this public questionnaire which is open until 5:00pm 23 June 2025.

There is lots of information about planning between the shihsalh Nation, the BC Government, other levels of government & stakeholders here.  This covers many topics and is not restricted to coastal recreation.

I’ll be representing BCMT at a focus group in Sechelt on 6 May. SKABC was not invited to participate in this. If you have relevant input that affects public coastal recreational access, please let me know beforehand.

[Kevin Amos]

Thank you to everyone who came out tonight to join our very talented group of panelists! Find a few helpful links below (and a recording of the even) below.

Susan’s document of resources for ‘paddling eats’ https://docs.google.com/document/u/0/d/1MauMcPG_B9Hv2PhhFMQ-3GuIdqz49lS7oFzMCgllx5I/mobilebasic
Recording of the panel (share with your friends!) https://youtu.be/1aEZIvofKg0?si=fCnxYPs75dLidFSp
BC Marine Trails map https://www.bcmarinetrails.org/map-landing/
Become a BC Marine Trails member (and check out the perks)! https://www.bcmarinetrails.org/membership/

[Kevin Amos]

THE BIGGEST PADDLESPORTS EVENT IN BC
May 4th | Main Beach, Cultus Lake
PADDLE EXPO IS BACK! This is your unique opportunity to see and paddle all the latest in kayaks, canoes, and stand-up paddleboards. Whether you’re a seasoned paddler or brand new to the water, Paddle Expo is your one-stop event for everything paddling. Come experience a day packed with gear, demos, and outdoor fun!

 

Click below to pre-register and skip the lines, allowing you to try something that is interesting to you before the crowds come in at 11.

 

Pick your arrival time: Pre-registration HERE

 

Date: May 4th 2025 11am-3pm

Location: Main Beach, Cultus Lake

More Info: www.paddleexpo.org

 

Thinking of upgrading your boat? Or getting into a new style?

There’s no better time to check things out than at Paddle Expo— unbeatable prices of the year and a chance to try before you buy.

 

Hundreds of boats in stock

All the best brands

Hands-on advice from the pros

Call your paddle crew and make a day of it.   The water’s calling— and Paddle Expo is here to equip you for all your next adventures

 

Learn more & sign up for early access now at www.paddleexpo.org

[Yekaterina Yushmanova]

Expired flares can be dropped of this Saturday, April 26th, at Steveston Marine store on 5th Ave in Vancouver.

[Christine Baker]

Hi Mike: I’d like to do this class!

[Cynthia Kennedy]

I encourage members to write directly to of closure of Cabbage island

Christina Sharun

Park Reserve Superintendent

Gulf Islands National Park Reserve

Parks Canada / Government of Canada

2220 Harbour Road, Sidney, BC V8L 2P6

christina.sharun@pc.gc.ca |

 

[Nick Heath]

This is a sad blow. BC Marine Trails will be requesting to meet with the Park Superintendent, but without any real prospect of a change in their decision. Rather the hope will be for a replacement site in an equally critical location. However, when Beaumont was closed, no replacement was ever offered.

[Mike Gilbert]

Are you interested in taking Paddle Canada’s Level 2 Sea Kayak Skills course?

Would you like to combine that with learning more about overnight camping?

May 11 – 16 you could join me and others in the Gulf Islands for 5 nights and 6 days of paddling and camping for the astounding club price of $400.00.  This is how I give back and promote our clubs here on the Lower Mainland.  To join for this price you must be a member of either SKABC or PIKA.  The regular price is $750.00.

For $400.00 you will get outstanding instruction from myself and one other instructor for both Sea Kayaking and Camping while you work towards Paddle Canada certifications in both.  You will also get to enjoy some of the best west coast waters and islands along with enjoying the company of a group of avid paddlers.  By choosing the Gulf Islands you also have more  opportunity to save by not taking your car on the ferry if that is your wish (use just wheels to move your kayak on and off).

For more information contact Mike directly at:

mgilbert1600@gmail.com or ph. 778-835-0774

[Andrew Mylly]

Thanks for the heads up!  I’ll. have to change my October trip, had planned to camp here……darn

[Kallie Cunningham]

Happy Easter weekend everyone.

SKILS is offering a discount for an upcoming Paddle Canada 2 course.  See email below:

We are happy to provide a 15% discount for each SKABC participant on a Paddle Canada Level 2 skills course at Discovery Island Lodge on May 24-28.

Any interested SKABC member can email us at info@skils.ca

[Cynthia Kennedy]

I am sure glad I went last year to Cabbage with Skabc. This will make circumnavigating Saturna very difficult.
🚧IMPORTANT VISITOR NOTICE – PROHIBITED ACTIVITY ORDER, Cabbage Island: Camping and Day Use 🚧

Starting April 15, 2025, day use and camping on Cabbage Island will be prohibited due to cultural sensitivities. Mooring buoys remain open, but marine users may only access the island to use the payment kiosk and/or pit toilet. We ask that you respect this closure by not extending your stay on the island. Recreational use of the beach is prohibited. For more information:
https://ow.ly/e80S50VzbP1

Cabbage Island is low-lying and highly vulnerable to sea level rise and erosion. Activities like camping and hiking contribute to ongoing erosion of the island. Parks Canada is working collaboratively with First Nations to study the ecological and cultural significance of the island and to document it for future generations.

We encourage you to explore other beautiful destinations within Gulf Islands National Park Reserve at https://ow.ly/Gbcv50VzbOZ. Visit our website to keep up to date on information. Thank you for your understanding and support. Pender Island Chamber of Commerce The Southern Gulf IslandsDestination Greater Victoria Saturna Island Tourism Association Sidney by the Sea Saanich Peninsula Chamber of Commerce Pender Island Tourism Mayne Island Community Chamber of Commerce

[Quirine Schuyff]

Thanks Selena!
I’ll be coming from Jericho and have room for one that is somewhat close to the route. I can pick up along the way. Please phone or text before 9:30am if interested.

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