[Ted Lam]

It is the Current design Libra, double seater kayak, kevlar construction, look almost like new. Too bad, it must cost the owner $2500.

[George Prevost]

Thanks Cynthia.  We’ll be in touch!

[Chris Cameron]

I’m a new member, first time writing, and I will be in the option 1, Thursday evening course!

[Kevin Hall]

We are thrilled to invite you to an insightful Zoom presentation featuring Wayne Church from the Royal Canadian Marine Search and Rescue (RCMSAR) Station 1, West Vancouver. Wayne and his dedicated crew play a vital role in serving our community, providing unparalleled assistance and support when it’s needed most.

📅 Date: Monday, March 4th

🕢 Time: 7:00pm

📌 Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84485977966?pwd=kVeXDPswVzgggUaFIPpV1qKVyBtv8E.1

At RCMSAR Station 1, being on call and ready 24/7, 365 days a year is not just a commitment but a way of life. Their rapid response time of under 15 minutes and the deployment of two fast response craft exemplify their dedication to ensuring safety on the water.

What sets this team apart is their unwavering dedication to training. With intense and ongoing weekly training sessions, these first responders are equipped to handle any situation with precision and professionalism. Their team consists of individuals from diverse backgrounds including doctors, nurses, ex-police/military personnel, and outdoorsmen, all coming together for the common goal of serving the community.

This presentation promises to offer valuable insights into the remarkable work carried out by Wayne Church and his team at RCMSAR Station 1. Whether you’re a member of our community or simply interested in learning more about the extraordinary efforts of marine search and rescue teams, we welcome you to join us for this special event.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Bob Salo will get things started shortly after 7pm with a discussion and review of the many safety resources available on the SKABC website. Wayne’s presentation will start closer to 7:30.

[Kallie Cunningham]

To SKABC Members only:

VHF training and certification training opportunity for SKABC members

VHF radios are a critical component to trip planning and on water decision making during a trip. While members can seek out VHF radio courses and secure their marine radio operator licence from many providers, Jericho Beach Kayak School (located at 1300 Discovery Street, Vancouver) has offered a SKABC member only opportunity. Details follow. If you are interested, please respond to this poll so we can confirm the dates and pricing that will apply. The course description is found here: https://jerichobeachkayak.com/kayak-lessons/vhf-radio-course/

While the price cannot be discounted, a SKABC member only course will ensure that the focus of the in person discussions will relate to kayaking situations. The course will be offered in-person, at Jericho Beach, in two parts. Pricing depends on the number of registrants. $199 for 5-10 participants and $179 if 11 or more. Members in the same household can share the materials and a $50 discount is available for the 2nd person. This poll will allow us to confirm the dates and pricing so registrations can begin on March 6th. We appreciate that members come from around the lower mainland, so, we have 2 options:

Option #1: Thursday evenings – April 4 and 18 (6-9 pm)

Options #2: Saturday morning – April 6 and 13 (9am – 12 pm)

The short 2 question survey is found here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/66MT9DR

[Colleen Cole]

Thanks for this info Nancy.  I can’t make the Cineplex showings but it’s also playing next Friday (International Woman’s Day) at the Rio and the filmmaker will be there for a Q&A.  I’ve secured my tickets, the trailer looks very good!

[Nancy More]

For those of you who missed the VIMFF this week, the winning film is playing at Cineplex for the next week.

https://www.cineplex.com/movie/500-days-in-the-wild

The filmmaker planned to hike/paddle/bike the entire TransCanada Trail in 500 days on her own.   If you like hanging out in the outdoors and being self-propelled, this is worth watching.   And the filmmaker wants people to go to Cineplex to show them that people do watch documentaries.

 

[Quirine Schuyff]

Someone said it seemed like it filled with water and the weight became too much. Very sad.

[Quirine Schuyff]

I hope it doesn’t belong to anyone here! 

[Kevin Amos]

Destination Parks Pay Parking

https://westvancouver.ca/parks-recreation/parks-trails/destination-parks-pay-parking#:~:text=During%20the%20initial%20phase%20of,and%20transaction%20fees%2C%20per%20year.

[Nick Heath]

Coastal Caretaker Info Sessions 1 & 2

• March 21 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm and
• April 9 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Free online sessions
Coastal Caretakers are BC Marine Trails members who strive to participate in and contribute to our vision of preserving and protecting our marine coastline as a natural recreation paradise for all to appreciate now and in the future. We are building a team of volunteers who clean up beaches wherever they go, report for us and inspire others to take charge. Join us for an information session to learn more and discuss our plans for 2024.

Open to all.

Register/info

https://www.bcmarinetrails.org/event/coastal-caretaker-info-session/

https://www.bcmarinetrails.org/event/coastal-caretakers-info-session-2/

/ Nick H for Karina Younk BCMT

[Nick Heath]

Thanks for the kind offer Susie!

4 of us camped there this past weekend and it was tolerable,  even comfortable!. It is true that one might get just as much achieved on separate day visits rather than staying overnight on the island, but the transport either costs more and/or takes more time and when we were planning, your offer of  accommodation had not been received. So I think we will stay with our plan to camp when we go back in March.  Depending on how BC Parks find our work (I’m visiting the island with the Park Ranger next week) we will likely be planning further visits in the off-season when the birds are no longer nesting.

[George Prevost]

Philip Kubik, who is one of our members, and George Siudut, a PIKA member, are offering a Paddle Canada Level 1 course that might be of interest to some of you.  Details are below.  Please note that this is not a SKABC course.

Dates: June 1-2, 2024 plus 1 evening Zoom session

Location: Lower Mainland

Instructors: Philip Kubik and George Siudut.

Fee: $150.00.

For information or to register, contact Philip Kubik (philroku@gmail.com) no later than May 1.

This Paddle Canada certified course teaches participants how to move beyond flatwater kayaking and into the sport of sea kayaking.

Two 1-day sessions on the water plus 1 evening Zoom session are included. The on-water portion of the course will take place at a location in the Lower Mainland, which will be chosen to be reasonably convenient for the majority of participants. The dates of the evening Zoom session will be selected based on the availability of participants.

Prerequisites:
1. Paddle Canada Basic Kayak Skills certification or equivalent skill and knowledge, at the discretion of the course director.
2. Paddling skills and experience:
a. Five kayaking excursions (at least 2 or 3 hours each).
b. Ability to perform a wet exit.
c. Ability to perform an assisted re-entry.

Participants must supply their own kayaking equipment, including a wetsuit or drysuit.

A detailed description of the course may be viewed at:

https://www.paddlecanada.com/levels/sea-kayak/akasharkbow/

[Philip Kubik]

Hello Doug,

There is a maximum of 8 participants.

[Doug Horswill]

How many people  will be on the trip.

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