Coast&Kayak / Wavelength Magazine Spring 2011

Spring 2011FREE at select outlets and online or by subscription

Volume 21 Issue 1

We give an exclusive world preview to this epic new kayaking option

Therersquos more online in our multimedia edition wwwcoastandkayakcom

BCrsquos Marine Trails Network is born

Celebrate with us as we give away a custom kevlar Titan VI from Atlantis Details inside

Wersquove turned 20

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MagazineThe magazine of adventure and recreation on the water

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Contents

6 News

34 Tours and Services

38 Kayaks Necky Looksha Elite Atlantis Titan VI Delta 20T

43 Instruction Directory

46 Skillset by Alex Matthews

48 Paddle Meals by Hilary Masson

50 Kayak-friendly Accommodation

52 Fishing Angles by Dan Armitage

Regular itemsThis issuersquos features8 With this paddle I thee wed Ahoneymoonwelloffthebridalpath

12 Made for adventure IntroducingtheBCMarineTrail

16 Leg one The North Island

20 Leg two BrooksKyuquot

24 Leg three Nootka

30 Leg four Clayoquot

42 Pick a kayak any kayak Whattoconsiderwhenbuying

44 Ibis the ancient seabird Wildlife

THE ORIGINAL BRITISH SEA KAYAK

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Spring 2011 Volume 21 Number 1 PM No 41687515

Editor John Kimantas

Advertising Sales Brent Daniel

Copy Editing Darrell Bellaart

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Is it fitting or a cop-out to rename a magazine on its 20th birthday Or is that a betrayal to history and tradition Either way Wavelength Magazine is officially CoastampKayak Magazine now though I expect unofficially it will be Wavelength forever in many peoplersquos minds

Donrsquot get me wrong Wavelength is a great name Too good a name actually Itrsquos so good that there are multiple other Wavelength Magazines out there There is Wavelength Magazine the weekly live music series and monthly zine based in Toronto Wavelength Magazine the official publication of the Association of Public Safety Communications Officials (APCO) in Canada Wavelength Magazine focusing on news and advances in radiation therapy information management and neuroscience and most troubling of all Wavelength Magazine the UK surfing magazine Woe be the subscriber who contacts me wondering where their next issue is and what happened to the free flip-flops they were promised All I can do is point them in the general direction of England

This wouldnrsquot be a problem say 20 years ago when Wavelength was first conjured up out there on Gabriola Island (with thanks to Alan and Peter and the rest for creating such a fantastic legacy) Today Wavelength runs into a problem that couldnrsquot have been anticipated 20 years ago ndash the electronic media So much depends now on Google and if you punch in Wavelength most of the 126 million or so search results will invariably involve Blue Tooth technology or similar (in case you were wondering a wavelength is the spatial period of the wave or the distance over which the waversquos shape repeats Not particularly poetic by definition) Not to mention that if you go to the Official Wavelength Magazine Facebook Page itrsquos not us Itrsquos those Brit surfers

So I hope CoastampKayak is distinct enough I think it summarizes us nicely since I like to think our focus extends beyond paddlers to anyone who loves the coast so emphasizing that aspect isnrsquot a bad thing ndash though Irsquom sure many will appreciate the irony that the lead article in this magazine has no coast at all and more rafts than kayaks My rebuttal is we are all about inclusion Canoeists paddleboarders surf skiers surf kayakers ndash in fact anyone who loves exploring by water ndash yoursquore all welcome here

If I owe anyone an apology I think itrsquos Canoe and Kayak as we now share the same initials (CampK Magazine) but Irsquom sure the world is big enough for the two of us At least itrsquos less crowded than the Wavelength Magazine world

But to put minds at ease the name is the only real change The rest is a constant evolution such as our multimedia online edition (please visit if you havenrsquot seen it yet) our rejigged website (the online Kayak Buyerrsquos Guide is awesome now) and other advances So herersquos to looking back at our history and ahead to a great next 20 years

- John Kimantas

The First Word

Whatrsquos in a name I guess Irsquoll find outby John Kimantas

CoAStampkAyAk mAGAZINE is an independent magazine available free at hundreds of print distribution sites (paddling shops outdoor stores paddling clubs marinas events etc) and globally on the web Also available by paid subscription

Articles photos events news are all welcome

Find back issues articles events writers guidelines and advertising information online at coastandkayakcom

Cover Photo Surveying sites for the BC Marine Trails Network meant long hours of paddling by volunteers BCMTNA president Stephanie Meinke crosses toward Brooks Peninsula on one such trip to survey Heater Point Photo by Stephan Meinke

CoastampKayak Magazine is dedicated to making self-propelled coastal exploration fun and accessible Safety and travel

information is provided to augment pre-existing safety and knowledge A safety course and proper equipment are advised

before any exploration on water See a list of paddling instruction locations at wwwcoastandkayakcom

We put aside paddles to hike the Nootka Trail Get details on this

magnificent route on page 26



news

Summer 2011 itrsquos made for going around in circlesSetting the speed record for

circumnavigating Vancouver Island may be for the elite but enough other circle adventures are set for 2011 to keep paddlers occupied in everything from competitive hauls to free-spirited fun runs

Back again is the Alert Bay 360 set this year for July 31 to coincide with the BC Day long weekend It will feature a race around Malcolm Island (off Port McNeill on northern Vancouver Island) Plus the community gets involved with a Big House celebration seafood buffet and First Nations cultural dance performances

The only catch registration is being limited to 200 participants this year Registration will take place online soon at wwwalertbay360com

Back for its 11th year is the Round Bowen Island Challenge Well situated for Vancouver and Greater Seattle paddlers the race is set for Sunday June 26 and features a tough 35-kilometer slog around the Howe Sound island north of Vancouver Visit roundbowenchallengecom

Bound to entail less competition the Gabriola 360 Fun Race takes place for its second year on Sunday Aug 21 The first year race organizers Silva Bay Kayak Adventures attracted 26 participants Visit wwwsilvabayakakingcom

For more summer events visit wwwcoastandkayakcomeventshtml

With plans already in the works for open pit mining of the iconic Catface Range in Clayoquot Sound a new threat is being faced by Flores Island as logging company Iisaak is looking to build roads into an area it signed an agreement in 1999 to preserve from logging The Wilderness Committee is launching an email petition to halt the logging Visit wildernesscommitteeorg to add your voice

Meanwhile CoastampKayak columnist Dan Lewis and partner Bonny Glambeck will be touring British Columbia coastal communities this spring with a presentation called lsquoSecrets of Clayoquot Soundrsquo

The seasoned naturalists and expedition paddlers will share stories about their adventures at home in Clayoquot Sound backed by wildlife and landscape shots from some of BCrsquos leading outdoor photographers

The show will cover the natural beauty and splendor of the Clayoquot Sound UNESCO Biosphere Reserve the ecology of the regionrsquos ancient rainforests and threats to that ecology including fish farms logging and the open-pit mine proposal

For dates and details visit the Friends of Clayoquot Sound website at wwwfocsca

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Destinations by Nikki Rekman photos by Mark Klein

With this paddle I thee wedThis isnrsquot every girlrsquos dream honeymoonBut could it start a trend



A paddling honeymoon ndash I certainly did not have dreams of this as a little girl I can assure you but then again there are a few of those dreams that thankfully were never fulfilled

When Mark and I finally decided we were going to take the plunge into matrimony I figured there would be nothing traditional about our wedding Heck I was just thankful we were finally getting to this point But to my delight and surprise this is the story of a paddling adventure that exceeded a little girlrsquos expectations

On Oct 9 2010 Mark and I were married It was everything I had hoped for and much more ndash not a huge affair but one that was representative of who Mark and I are shared of course with the important people in our lives But Mark had his own idea of how to celebrate our life-long commitment ndash a paddle down the Grand Canyon for our honeymoon

Here is where the adventure begins On October 11 we left our home near Vancouver BC and headed south to Flagstaff Arizona where we were to meet up with the crew from Canyon ExplorationsExpeditions for a 15-day paddle down the Colorado Also on the trip was our friend Lynne from Western Canoeing and Kayaking in Abbotsford BC So there we were the three of us at the put-in at Leersquos Ferry on the north shore of the Colorado There was definitely the excitement of exploring a new river And not just any river but one that winds its way through the bottom of one of the most remarkable geological features on the planet the Grand Canyon

Over the course of the first few days it was amazing to me how we lost our inhibitions with the total strangers we had only just met and ultimately became our own little river tribe Picture the girls going upstream to pee and the boys going downstream ndash on the Colorado to adequately handle the number of people that visit each year you pee in the river and haul everything else out in sealed ammo boxes (also referred to as ldquothe ldquogrooverrdquo for the grooves left in your behind from the boxes before some river guide genius thought of using a toilet seat)

I wasnrsquot sure at first how it would be unwinding all the craziness of the wedding and end-of-season work for me (Irsquom a sales representative in the paddling industry) It was work ndash the paddling the river life all the people and the weather ndash but the 225 miles were some of the most amazing paddling days I have ever experienced

I had never been on the water for that many consecutive days and had certainly never planned a trip where you had to take down camp every morning and set it all up again later in the day However you get into a routine and it is very much a part of your experience of being on the river Finding just the right spot to quickly set up your tent for the night (remember we were paddling in October so the days were shorter) became something to look forward to ndash a type of nesting really Ah I love it

Evenings were spent cooking visiting with fellow paddlers debriefing the day and planning the next Did I say there was some work involved I love the river life Crawling into the tent feeling certain that your sleeping mat was four inches thick and not 15 inches because you could feel the relaxation in every muscle in your body as you lay down

The river is most certainly a good analogy for married life It winds and meanders and with its mighty flow makes many of the rough spots smooth ndash over time Mark is my best friend and our most significant meeting place is the out of doors and particularly paddling Some might think a paddling honeymoon could be the beginning of the end (we heard from one guide a story of a couple that decided to get divorced on a trip at about the half-way point) Mark and I fared much better We work stuff out better on the river than we do at home I think this is mostly because things are simplified on the water You need to make so many miles eat sleep and with those objectives we each know what we have to do to get those things done successfully We established our roles on paddling trips many years ago At home we call these departments Mine for example is cooking and his is dishes

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The grand Canyon



Destinations story and images by John Kimantas

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We paddled the river at 8000 cubic feet per second (CFS ndash think 8000 basketballs passing by you each second ndash isnrsquot that a visual) and during the summer months the river is typically at about 20-22000 CFS The features of the river at 8000 CFS are more exposed because of the lower flow This allowed us to paddle the inflatable kayaks with greater success which essentially means less swimming In addition to the two inflatable kayaks we had five oar boats and one paddle boat I had never paddled in water as big as this and it was thrilling ndash and at one point frightening ndash after being eaten by a huge hole at Horn Creek rapid How happy was I to eventually pop-up downstream only to see the big eyes of my betrothed saying ldquoIrsquom glad thatrsquos overrdquo

The highlight of the trip in terms of the river for me was successfully running Lava Falls the largest rapid on the river with multiple features and must-do moves Mark and I having demonstrated some degree

of competence while sitting comfortably in our drysuits were honored on the one hand but also quite petrified that we were selected to be in the front of the paddleboat to run Lava We had an opportunity to scout before we ran and looking down from our vantage point I was pretty sure I was going to either puke or cry That thing was big (even at 8000 CFS)

I was not the only one with anxiety The entire day before and that morning we were all praying that we wouldnrsquot have an out-of-boat experience And it was important for the guides too as this was their last trip of the season and they too seemed eager to end on a high note

As it turned out no one swam Lava Falls ndash the river had mercy on us this particular day The next stop was Tequila Beach for a night of celebrating with some liquid libation which our guidesrsquo called a ldquobucket of stupidrdquo (need I say more)

I would be remiss if I did not tell you

that the canyon is more than just the river The geology is mind-boggling and touching rocks that are over a billion years old well thatrsquos pretty impressive The hiking is incredible in the side canyons and although I am not much of a hiker I was so glad that I did them because those tucked-away places that you canrsquot see from the river were gorgeous

Many people have gone before us on this amazing river Some are famous like John Wesley Powell and some infamous like Bert Loepper and their stories and others were such an important part of our own journey down the river If you get a chance to visit this magical place you wonrsquot regret the time it took or the money it cost ndash we sure donrsquot and more specifically a paddling honeymoon is one that you will never forget because who does that

In the words of a paddlesports colleague what a fitting trip as Mark and I start on our grand journey together

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Nikki enjoys sharing paddling adventures with her husband Mark and is a sales rep in

the canoeing amp kayaking industry


The grand Canyon

A gentle moment along the Grand Canyon Click online for a slideshow


The BC Marine Trail

Official status to the route along the wildest coast of Vancouver Island will ensure passage through some of the worldrsquos most spectacular scenery and the best kayaking imaginable It is a route truly

On my first run down the outside of Vancouver Island by kayak Cape Scott served up a thrashing The cape is the northwestern-most point of land on Vancouver Island and it was deceivingly calm as I passed the capersquos resident sea lion rookery at dawn Rubbery whiskered noses snorted at me as they surfaced beside the kayak I lingered absently unaware of how my leisurely approach was working against me No sooner was I past the lighthouse than the wind picked up from the south In moments I was fighting vicious wind waves of several feet coupled with an adverse and growing current My progress slowed to a crawl and to make matters worse the current kept trying to push me towards the capersquos sharp reefs My GPS kept dropping to a reading of 00 kmh ndash too slow to be measured By doubling my effort the end of the peninsula slowly crept into view There the current seemed to release me and I managed to drop into the relative safety of Lowrie Bay I did have ample time to recover though ndash the next two days were spent waiting out a storm

My second crossing was more peaceful but eery The

wind behaved leaving just a gentle swell The reefs loomed in and out of view causing us to constantly second-guess where they were hidden while a heavy mist made the background surreal

Both instances left indelible memories as did most of the rest of the outer coast of Vancouver Island The run from Port Hardy to Tofino a distance of about 800 kilometres by kayak covers the best of the coast of British Columbia in a run remarkable in so many ways The rugged nature the isolation the diversity of scenery and the varied and rich ecology is remarkable In addition each region has its own particular attractions and charm Given that it is so wild and uninhabited the need to formalize a route like this might seem unnecessary ndash after all most is Crown land (that is public) or already protected as parkland But consider that it might not always be this way

A wakeup call for the kayaking community in British Columbia was the advent of the Maa-Nulth Treaty in 2006 More than a century overdue the treaty served to right wrongs left over from British colonization that eroded

It was a day of perfect paddling conditions when passing through the Bunsby Islands on a trip following the new West Coast Vancouver Island North Marine Trail

by John Kimantas


The WCVin section

aboriginal rights without legal resolution The Maa-Nulth Treaty was British Columbiarsquos first coastal treaty and so provided a glimpse for the future of how coastal native communities will be transformed

Not surprising the treaty grants additional land but in contrast to previous treaty lands the Maa-nulth lands are fee simple that is essentially private property that can be bought and sold And not surprisingly many of the parcels picked out in the treaty are among the most heavily used coastal recreation areas such as Spring Island in the Mission Group off Kyuquot Sound and Toquart Bay the main launch point for kayakers heading to the popular Broken Group Islands

In response to this and other changes along the coast paddling clubs across British Columbia united in 2007 to begin the process of creating a marine trail composed of launch sites campsites and safe havens to allow travel by paddle along the entire BC coast for generations to come The result when complete will be the largest marine trail in the world What followed was a lengthy process by volunteers

of nine paddling clubs in identifying sites visiting them working with the government and consulting with First Nations interests to push forward the goal

With enough of the preliminary work out of the way the government has agreed to lift the veil of quiet behind-the-scenes work and announce support for the full trail while officially opening the first two portions the West Coast Vancouver Island North section from Port Hardy to Tofino and the Gulf Islands Trail Network between Victoria and Nanaimo on Vancouver Island The official announcement will be made at the Vancouver Island Paddlefest in May along with a ceremonial group paddle through a portion of the Gulf Islands route to celebrate the occasion It may well be the most historic paddle in the history of British Columbia

The changes for kayakers will initially be largely invisible as site development isnrsquot part of the equation At least not yet What does change though is the designation of the land itself Once a marine trail site the designation trumps other possible proposed uses such as fish farms and resorts

In other words the trail is here to stay

This issue We take you on a journey through the rugged new West Coast Vancouver Island North Marine Trails from Port Hardy to Tofino

Next issue Hopping serene islands along the new Gulf Islands Marine

Trail Network

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Port Hardy

Tofino


For the West Coast Vancouver Island North section currently 147 marine trail sites are on the table (including access points overnight locations and picnic sites where kayakers can visit but not stay) How many will end up officially on the trail is still an unknown as some considerations have yet to be resolved For instance many key kayaking campsites in areas such as the Bunsby Islands wonrsquot be part of the initial inventory if at all because they are located in the Checleset Bay Ecological Reserve which restricts foreshore access by the public The ban on access has always been in place it has just never been enforced

Cultural sensitivity for First Nations is another issue Government representatives working with the planning group the BC Marine Trails Network Association (BCMTNA) have been approaching First Nations representatives to work together in designating appropriate sites for the trail but issues such as historic use (for instance camping on a former village site) mean some sites are still in limbo or may be dropped

The first two sections to be unveiled are just the first of the many legs that will eventually join to allow travel by paddle

down the entire BC coast from Washington State to Alaska While some areas such as the Discovery Islands north of Campbell River (the cluster that includes Quadra and Cortes islands) are fairly complete other regions such as the North and Central BC coast are more complex The huge area to be covered the distance from home bases (in terms of BCMTNA volunteers being able to ldquogroundproof rdquo potential sites) cultural issues and even the provincersquos recent creation of vast parcels of newly protected areas are all factors that will slow the trailrsquos completion

Thatrsquos the long-term problem In the

short-term even trail portions will help create a network of known and reliable camping locations removing the question of where to stay at the end of the day ndash a traditional hurdle for treks along the BC coast in both populated and isolated sections

While the trail announcement is a huge step forward the process wonrsquot end even once all the trail components are announced The BCMTNA expects to

continue to play a key role in searching for and lobbying for new sites in the years ahead as well as working on a public education and trail advocacy component There may also be a need for campsite development as wilderness areas become better used and begin to require services

What follows is an introductory look at the West Coast Vancouver Island North trail section Because this is a preview in advance of formal designation some sites mentioned may not make the official end list In addition a multitude of other sites remain on the BCMTNA ldquodream listrdquo not yet publicly released but with hopes for future inclusion Others will follow on the list shortly as paddling in British Columbia enters an exciting new era

The BC Marine Trail

Kayaks on the beach at Apple Islets before crossing Brooks Peninsula

John

Kim

antas

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The WCVin section

What does paddling mean to you800-635-5202Share your thoughts at nrswebcomshare

Paddling is invigoratingIt feeds my spirit It renews my mind body

and soul It rsquos a c h ance to get away from deadlines construction noise and cell phones

Paddling is bliss- Ashley

Ashley - kayaker snowboarder and photographer exploring rock formations off the Oregon Coast copyMike HoodNRS


The BC Marine Trail

Cape Sutil the northernmost point on Vancouver Island offers an exceptional

kayaking beach The area can also be hiked now via the new North Coast Trail



The north island

Welcome to the end of the world Officially itrsquos only the northern end of Vancouver Island but when you paddle west past Cape Sutil the northernmost point on Vancouver Island you pass a magical point where civilization has tried to encroach but nature continually reclaims Many ruins are testimony to naturersquos dominance here which you can feel like the morning mist

The majority of the coast in this region is within Cape Scott Provincial Park While the West Coast Vancouver Island North Marine Trail will formalize marine access foot access went through a similar unveiling in 2008 when the long-awaited North Coast Trail was officially opened The extension of the Cape Scott Trail allows hiking over the entire north end of Vancouver Island from Shushartie Bay to the old Cape Scott Trail trailhead at San Josef Bay This opened foot access to vast stretches such as Shuttleworth Bight and Cape Sutil previously limited to access by kayaks and small boats But donrsquot worry about overcrowding Therersquos more than enough beach for everyone and this area has some great

stretches of sand ndash an unexpected amount actually given the fact this area has a reputation for a rocky storm-ridden coast

Crossing Cape Scott by paddle is an exercise in bravery planning and discretion with (knock on wood) some luck thrown in for good measure If all goes well you gain the privilege of being among the few who have successfully transited one of the most notoriously tricky points on the British Columbia coast South of Cape Scott can be equally problematic Troubling southerly winds storms and numerous offshore rocks can make this relatively short stretch of water daunting But as in all things coastal timed right you are likely to find yourself immersed in a world populated not by stormy seas but by sea lions sea otters grey whales and humpbacks

A new circuit growing more popular is a circle route from Port Hardy and around North Vancouver Island and back through Quatsino Sound By making arrangements with tour operators in Port Hardy you can be picked up in Coal Harbour and returned to your vehicle ndash a convenient ending to a great adventure

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Godrsquos Pocket

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Quatsino Entrance

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Skinner Cr (hike-in only)

Nels BightNissen Bight

Songhees Cr

BeaverHarbour

HardyBay

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Nolan Pt(Balaclava I)

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Shuttleworth Bight

Guise Bay

Lowrie Bay

San Josef Bay

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Cape Palmerston

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Grant Bay

Ildstad Is

Coal Harbour

Port Alice

To Port Hardy

Laura Cr(hike-in only)

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Cape Scott

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Topknot Pt

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Rowley Reefs (two sites) and Blue Cod IsletMap continues south on page 21

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Map legend

Please note these maps show most key established campsites along the WCVIN route even if not designated as part of the marine trail These sites may be candidate sites in the process of being formalized Some established sites that are under discussions with interested parties (such as BC Parks or First Nations) have been omitted from the maps

9 Designated marine trail campsite

y Launch siteF Trailhead Communityservices

Park reserve or conservation areaRoute of 2009 CoastampKayak trip

2009 CoastampKayak trip campsites

Non-marine trail campsite9

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Goodnuff Beach

Goletas Channel

Balaclava Island booms

Bell Island

Harlequin Bay

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To find tour operators water taxis and service providers for areas covered by this trail see page 34-35 and watch for the logo WCVIN

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The BC Marine Trail

The north Island by footFor decades Vancouver Islandrsquos most

famous hike has been the West Coast Trail a rugged multi-day route between Bamfield and Port Renfrew near the south end of the island But it has become a victim of its own success popular to the point reservations are now necessary

A new rival for any hikerrsquos ldquomust-dordquo list is the North Coast Trail which opened in 2008 It adds 35 kilometers to the Cape Scott Trail for a total hike of 48 kilometers ndash less than the West Coat Trailrsquos 78 km but no less imposing for all the challenges hikers will endure

It is easy to consider the North Coast Trail the equivalent of the West Coast Trail 20 years ago before it was discovered undeveloped rough and tumble and the wild challenge one would hope to experience in so remote a location Donrsquot expect the myriad of trail aids that many believe have spoiled the West Coast Trail

Travel is difficult from the outset The trailhead at Shushartie Bay requires boat access usually a water taxi from Port Hardy From there itrsquos a difficult hike overland to Skinner Creek and from there

the trail gets even more difficult with the toughest area surrounding Cape Sutil

Once near Shuttleworth Bight the trail levels and becomes mostly an idyllic beach hike westward Trials along the way will include self-propelled cable cars (bring gloves) routes blocked at certain tide levels (bring patience) and the almost inevitable black bear encounter (bring spray) Add one last inevitable feature ndash rain ndash and your North Coast Trail adventure will be complete (bring a rain jacket)

Hikers should allow six days to complete the trail though it can be done more quickly An extra day spent reaching the lighthouse at Cape Scott is worthwhile For more information a detailed article can be viewed in the Spring 2008 issue of Wild Coast Magazine (find a copy at CoastampKayakrsquos online magazine carousel) You can also purchase a detailed North Coast Trail route map available at outdoor stores or online at wwwcoastandkayakcom

The North Island isnrsquot just one adventure opportunity Itrsquos a dozen Take your pick from idyllic island clusters near launches and pavement to remote and rarely visited beaches Just be sure to match your skill level to your intentions

Access Points If you follow the Island Highway north of Victoria yoursquoll run out of blacktop at Port Hardy about 500 km north (308 miles) This is the logical starting point for most North Island adventures though if you turn west just before Port Hardyrsquos downtown yoursquoll follow a rough logging road for 60 km that ends at San Josef Bay and the Cape Scott Trail trailhead A Western Forest Product campsite offers a boat ramp into the San Josef River best navigated at high tide Other options exist within Quatsino Sound at places like Coal Harbour and Port Alice though they

are less convenient to the best kayaking locations of the outer coast Winter Harbour offers fairly quick access to great paddling at the expense of a rough logging road Bring a spare or better yet two

Short trip options Good day paddle and weekend trips out of Port Hardy include all the nearby islands which are numerious The most accessible are in Beaver Harbour just east of Hardy Bay Godrsquos Pocket Provincial Park offers weekend adventures or longer trips spent exploring nearby islands with the caveat that winds tides and traffic are high here particularly in Goletas Channel which must be crossed Other destinations in Quatsino Sound offer sheltered paddling such as idyllic Varney Bay and the mouth of Marble River Winter Harbour is an ideal gateway for terrific scenery in Quatsino Entrance

Should you find it daunting you can always stay away from open water and explore Ahwhichaolta Inlet instead

moderate trip options Several weeks can be spent exploring the Godrsquos Pocket area with side trips to the DesertersWalker Groups and the two larger islands off Port Hardy Nigei and Hope islands Going as far as Jepther Point or with the necessary expertise Cape Sutil is recommended Or by launching from San Josef you can reach Guise Bay and other nearby attractions including Cape Scott (should conditions allow if not San Josef Bay has lots to offer with beautiful beaches sea caves sea stacks and even a trail to the top of Mount St Patrick for panoramic views of the area) From Winter Harbour trips to Kwakiutl Point are highly rewarding (see the next leg for details of that area)

Heading west toward Christensen Point on the new North Coast Trail another

spectacular way to experience the grandeur of northern Vancouver Island

u Trail guide preview the North Island


Advanced trips The waters in this area tend to be among the most advanced anywhere with difficulties such as Nahwitti Bar and Cape Scott awaiting any run of this region Either despite these features or because of them a circle route growing in popularity is from Port Hardy around Cape Scott into Quatsino Sound to exit at Coal Harbour The advantage is a very short return trip back to your vehicle at Port Hardy Plan two weeks allowing for foul weather days at key crossings any leftover time can be spent exploring the myriad attractions of Quatsino Entrance before the run back to Coal Harbour Due to prevailing weather an anti-clockwise run is best If transportation logistics allow it variations can include ending at San Josef Winter Harbour or continuing down the coast for a partial or complete run of the whole trail (A solution in these situations is

two vehicles for the group with one parked at each trailhead Otherwise options such as the shuttle bus to the Cape Scott trailhead may suit Local operators may also have solutions ndash contact the tour operators and water taxi services listed starting page 34)

New BC marine trail sites Veterans of this area may be disappointed to see few if any unknown sites added to the inventory and quite a few missing But there is progress Sites on Vancouver Island at Songhees Creek and a protected cove dubbed Goodnuff Beach are now protected as well as Nolan Point and the booms across Goletas Channel on Balaklava Island Not much can change along the north shore as it is already within Cape Scott Provincial Park but all established sites at places like Nissen Bight Nels Bight and Cape Sutil can now be considered marine trail sites as well

Quatsino Entrance is the biggest benefactor of new sites in this region with established places like Raft Cove and Hunt Islets getting the tentative nod while new sites have been inventoried near Rowley Reefs and the north entrance (with a brilliant new find at a place dubbed Quatsino Caves Beach where the sea caves make great exploring)

Only about half the sites in this region are listed The remainder have yet to be given the official okay

Nearing Cape Scott in the fog A video of this eery crossing can be viewed in

the multimedia online version at wwwcoastandkayakcom

The north island


The BC Marine Trail

The tufted puffins won me over but it was the humpback that made the greatest impression

During my first pass through this area back in 2003 I left Klaskish Inlet well before dawn to make good time around Brooks Peninsula while I had a favorable weather forecast in advance of a storm It was dead calm as the sun rose and the only sound for hours was the splish of my paddle and thousands of tiny jumping fish that kept me company The fish may have been a warning of what was to come because in what seemed a monstrous parody a humpback whale breached the water in front of me close enough so I could see the individual ventral grooves and crashed down in an explosive landing

This was the start of a parade of wildlife that day The stars were the hundreds of colorful tufted puffins flying past in businesslike fashion then crash-landing in an ungainly ball of sprayed water Eight years later I still rank this as my single best day of kayaking At one point two grey whales surfaced in front of me side by side so close to my kayak I couldnrsquot have fit my fingers between the closest and my kayak There they were two whales stacked together in front of my kayak If only my film camera hadnrsquot run out

Brooks Peninsula may seem a distant and imposing stretch of land

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and indeed it does have a well-earned reputation as a stormy and dangerous location (the last kayaking fatality was in 2008 while five fishermen were lost in Side Bay in 2010) But access to both the north and south sides of the peninsula mean the best features can be enjoyed without the danger of a full-fledged crossing Popular kayaking destinations are the Mission Group Islands near the entrance to Kyuquot Sound to the south or the Bunsby Islands which lie closer to Brooks Peninsula Both are notably excluded from the current list of marine trail sites ndash the Bunsby Islands due to the ecological status of the archipelagorsquos foreshore which precludes public access (an oddity that has been ignored by both visitors and reserve officials for decades)

Another world awaits exploration to the north of the peninsula Arriving here from Quatsino Sound means passing the rugged and exposed shores of Lawn Point Provincial Park which offers several inviting camping options as well as

fantastic reef-strewn shores Inside Side Bay are more island clusters beaches and inlets to be explored A trip to Solander Island a major seabird sanctuary is recommended if conditions allow Donrsquot worry you wonrsquot bother the seabirds The island is surrounded by inaccessible cliffs

Several spectacular beaches are located near Jackobson Point Long established as campsites they run the same difficulty as the Bunsbys in that the foreshore is within the Checleset Bay Ecological Reserve So theyrsquore off the marine trail list and within that grey area that is a bit of a parody of the no-trace camping slogan sneak in sneak out

That and First Nations considerations have kept most of the stretch between south Brooks Peninsula and Kyuquot Sound unmarked for designated marine trail sites While recreational use is likely to continue to be enjoyed official designation is still a question mark and a major quandary for marine trail proponents

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Map continues south on page 25

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The BC Marine Trail

While seemingly too wild and inaccessible for a casual visit many kayakers enjoy serene visits by taking a water taxi This for instance cuts down the length of the trip from the launch site at Fair Harbour or Artlish River which would otherwise require one day out and one day back by paddle Add another day of paddling each way if your goal is the Bunsby Islands

Water taxis are harder to come by if your goal is the north end of Brooks Peninsula Luckily water access is a bit simpler as paddling to some key locations will take a few hours not days

Access Points For south Brooks Peninsula two key access points exist in Kyuquot Sound Both are within the auspices of the KyuquotChecleset as a result of the Maa-nulth Treaty Public access remains unchanged however

For visitors to the north side of Brooks Peninsula two points provide handy access to the water though transit requires a lengthy drive over tough and active logging roads Expect white knuckles Side Bay

provides the most direct access with the advantage of being on an extremely scenic beach while Klaskino Inlet has a small and very rough boat launch with limited parking

It is also possible to reach the Side Bay area from the Quatsino Sound launches such as Winter Harbour

Short or moderate trip options Almost any trip here should involve several days but it is worth the investment While water taxis will cut the travel time to your base camp a week is still recommended and you wonrsquot regret the time For self-directed trips a launch from Fair Harbour makes Rugged Point a great and easy destination with the Mission Group a slightly more advanced option

To the north both Side Bay and Klaskino Inlet make Heater Point a wonderful destination or any of the other campsite options from Lawn Point to Apple Islets Weather permitting a day trip to Solander Island is exceptional

Advanced trip options The prize of course is a transit of Brooks Peninsula

usually run from north to south to take advantage of good weather (that being the prevailing northwesterly)

New BC marine trail sites This region is problematic as the foreshore along the south peninsula including the Bunsby Islands is in Checleset Ecological Reserve Because of this the foreshore is barred from public access (the islands themselves are not) The ecological reserve was created in 1981 to protect sea otters that were reintroduced here They are now flourishing but the current strategy remains to direct recreational use away from the islands towards Big Bunsby Provincial Park which was created to serve the recreational needs Unfortunately camping is at a premium on the island and the two inventoried sites surveyed by the BC Marine Trails Network Association are less than ideal Also off the list are many Mission Group sites (with the notable exception of South Spring Island which remains outside the Maa-nulth Treaty lands) In other words this area still has much to be done

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Kayaking past Rosa Island in Nuchatlitz Provincial Park with Catala Island Tatchu Point and the rugged outer coast in the distance Inset a totemin the quaint Yuquot church

Therersquos a magical sense of history in Nootka Sound highlighted by the quaint little church at Yuquot Step into the foyer and yoursquoll see stained glass windows donated by the Spanish government to commemorate Spainrsquos role here that included the only Spanish military fort in Canada Step inside the church and yoursquoll see some fantastic totems

You can visit here by paddle of course through relatively protected waters Advanced kayakers will relish the outer shores of Nootka Island the largest island off the Vancouver Island coast For those who wish to see this spectacular coast but prefer land there is the Nootka Trail one of the lesser known major coastal hikes which runs the shore from Louie Bay to Yuquot with a few tough headlands between beaches thrown in for good measure

Similar to most other regions Nootka Sound offers numerous access points to a diverse range of attractions which vary from the storm-thrashed reefs of Nuchatlitz Provincial Park to the more protected waters of the Spanish Pilot Group

One of the great features of this area is the greater range of options available from cottage accommodation in Nuchatlitz or water taxis from Zeballos or Tahsis to regular scheduled freight and boat passenger runs from Gold River to Yuquot and beyond Getting here need not be a hardship though paddling brings the greatest rewards

Access points The main recreational hub for central Nootka Sound is Cougar Creek a recreational campground and boat launch that is seasonally very busy Fees apply Gold River is too distant along Muchalat Inlet for quick trips but is the base for the freight and passenger service Uchuck III for transport into the sound and beyond Access to the north is possible from either Tahsis or Zeballos Both are popular and convenient gateways to Nuchatlitz or Catala Island with water taxis available at both communities A popular launch point for self-directed trips is the bridge between Little Espinosa and Espinosa Inlets

Short trips From Cougar Creek a journey up Hisnit or

Tlupana inlets is a great introduction to the mountain scenery of the area particularly the cliffs of Perpendicular Bluff in Tlupana The area has several resorts that cater mainly to fishing groups but will likely accommodate kayakers This enables base trips in the vicinity of the Spanish Pilot Group Inflow and outflow winds can actually aid day trips ndash ride the outflows in the morning and the inflows in the afternoon if conditions are favorable Of course beware variations and best to plan to travel early before the dayrsquos winds rise

moderate trips The Spanish Pilot Group and Bligh Island offer an option away from the open ocean swell with limited


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camping opportunities A day trip to Yuquot is highly recommended To the north Nuchatlitz Provincial Park and Catala Provincial Park are both kayaking magnets for obvious reasons ndash great camping scenery and opportunities to explore reefs sea caves and the many other features A scenic highlight is Nuchatlitz Inlet See it before it is logged It is a treasure

Advanced trips The outer coast north of Tatchu Point offers a rugged getaway if conditions allow Tatchu Point can be treacherous but the rewards of the beaches near Jurassic Point are substantial A circumnavigation of Nootka Island is an adventure for veteran paddlers with the outside of Nootka Island a definite highlight Pick either sweeping beaches like those near Calvin Falls or pocket beaches

like those at Callicum Creek for campsites Note the inside passage through Tahsis Inlet is prone to wind funneling which can slow a trip considerably

New BC marine trail sites Nootka Sound is likely to evolve as issues are resolved such as cultural sensitivity keeping locations in Nuchatlitz Provincial Park ndash Nootkarsquos most popular kayaking destination ndash off the official list while consultations continue Until then the omission of the region constitutes a key missing component of the trail

Most of the confirmed sites in Nootka already exist by way of provincial parks (Catala Island and Bligh Island for instance) But there are also notable new additions with Strange Island Marvinas Bay Saltery Bay and Lord Waterfall newly minted as campsites ndash great new areas to check out

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Nootka Trail covering outer Nootka Island by footKayaking the outside of Nootka

Island is a great adventure but itrsquos not for everyone as the water is wild and the risks potentially high But the same great shoreline can be experienced by foot ndash if you take the time to overcome a few logistical hurdles

The Nootka Trail is a world-class wilderness experience by any standard It meanders the outer shore southward from Louie Bay then east to cover the two most spectacular sides of Vancouver Islandrsquos largest offshore island The tradeoff is logistics Being on an island the Nootka Trail requires transit of some sort to both arrive and depart This is usually handled by a charter flight into Louie Bayrsquos lagoon then timing the journeyrsquos end to leave via the Uchuck III from the dock at Yuquot (something that must be timed with care as the Uchuck only visits twice a week) A more flexible option is water taxi available from Tahsis (Tahtsa Dive Charters) or Zeballos (Zeballos Expeditions) Since water taxis canrsquot pass the shallow lagoon entrance the arrival is a bit more circuitous requiring a low-tide jaunt along the shore of Louie Bay then a climb over rocky shore till Third Beach the traditional first stop of a hike Those dropped by plane will have a simpler time crossing from the lagoon only a

short distance to Third Beach From there the hike is mostly along the beach ndash sometimes on sand but mostly pebbles cobble or even rocks At Maquinna Point the trail heads overland again offering access points to some caves and pocket beaches The rocky clambor ends near a tidal channel for a lagoon that can make crossings extremely wet at higher tides The trail ends with an easy beach walk to Yuquot and the docks at Friendly Cove Note that Yuquot is a Mowachaht

First Nation reserve and a fee is charged for access (currently at $45 per person) payable on arrival at an office on the far end of the heritage church

A highlight is always Calvin Falls a waterfall set in the midst of the longest sand beach on the island This is usually the second campsite of the trip after Third Beach Overall the trail takes four relatively leisurely days Longer is recommended to linger at some of the more scenic locations

Pausing at a rugged pocket beach near Maquinna Point Places like these wontrsquo be seen close up from a kayak making both journeys remarkably different ndash and worthwhile


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The BC Marine Trail

Clayoquot Sound is the most accessible of the regions of the West Coast Vancouver Island North marine trail but donrsquot hold that against it The bustling little surf resort and tourist trap of Tofino blessed by paved highway access (tumultuous as it is) is the obligatory starting point but once on water you are quickly immersed in wilderness Turn right at the kayak launch (yes Tofino actually has a designated kayak launch) and head into some brilliantly mountainous passages that run between Vancouver and Meares islands or any number of smaller islands that dot the region for a journey through protected waters Turn left from Tofino (thatrsquos west by the way) and head out towards incredible open ocean storm-battered reef-strewn shoreline and sprawling beaches that mark Vargas Island and other smaller camping options Head straight north and leave everything behind either taking the easier waters on the inland of Flores Island to reach the pristine beauty of

Shelter Inlet or take the outer waters of Flores where the humpback and grey whales frolic year-round

Head far enough and reach Hot Springs Cove a renowned attraction with a heated mineral spring that feeds a rocky channel set just above the waterline for a perfect soak Water taxis and floatplanes feed a steady supply of tourists though and make the shore of Maquinna Provincial Park toward Hesquiat Harbour a better wilderness option for kayakers

Several remote trails offer opportunities for land access from the short pleasant and civilized Big Cedar Trail on Meares Island to the wild mountain climb of the Wild Side Trail on Flores Island For the most adventurous therersquos the rarely visited beach walk of Hesquiat Peninsula Take your pick of hikes andor paddles to suit your ambitions and interests Therersquos always something for the adventurous spirit in Clayoquot Sound

Access points Tofino is the only town that borders the waters of Clayoquot Sound making it the de facto starting point for almost any trip into this region The kayak launch is located next to the main government dock off First Street Parking is available nearby though a fee may apply One alternative is within Pacific Rim National Park at Grice Bay but parking is restricted overnight at the launch Water taxis cater mainly to the tourist trade here not kayaks though kayakers may be accommodated by some service providers A regular and reasonably priced passenger shuttle runs to Ahousat on Flores Island solving access for hikers of the Wild Side Trail

short trips A traditional beginnerrsquos adventure from Tofino is Lemmens Inlet set in Meares Island It avoids the currents on all but the short crossing of Duffin Passage A visit can be combined with hikes of either the Big Cedar Trail or an ascent of Lone Cone for spectacular views of the sound

Moderate trips Vargas Island is a great destination for intermediate paddlers Though channels can have strong currents near Tofino an easy route is on the inside via Maurus Channel to Dick and Jane Beach on the northwest

corner of the island or any number of secondary campsites on Vargas or nearby islands A more demanding route is south of the island to spectacular Ahous Bay noting the water around the La Croix Group can be tricky A circumnavigation of Meares Island is a moderately ambitious agenda through mostly protected and serene passages with a few currents to watch along the way

Advanced trips Kayakers willing to brave a bit of swell on exposed water can reach Whitesand Cove on Flores Island while veterans will enjoy the achievement of reaching Hesquiat Peninsula The trip to Cow Bay can be a long weekend adventure (done as a CoastampKayak Magazine trip in late September 2008 pictured here) but a week is recommended If Hesquiat Peninsula is too ambitious Shelter Inlet is scenic with waterfalls and reef-strewn side channels to explore While Hot Springs Cove is a worthwhile destination crowds can be an annoyance during peak hours Consider Hesquiat Harbour the better goal

New bc Marine Trail sites There are no designated sites for this region yet as the marine trail process works its way south The sites shown here are already established and will hopefully compose the backbone of this leg of the trail

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It was in a word a slog I can find no better way to describe the run friend Carey Lockwood and I took down the yet-to-exist WCVIN in late August 2009 We battled our way down to Tofino against strong southerlies for most of the 15 days My favorite coastal scenery was viewed mostly from a distance of a kilometer or more offshore to avoid the danger of high swell on hidden rocks (We didnrsquot know at the time but the unseasonal swell was residual from a storm off Hawaii)

Regardless it was a great adventure with a few good days of serene paddling in the mix particularly around the Bunsby Islands

Many of the photos that accompany the BC Marine Trail preview are from that trip Photography was limited though during the battles such as around Escalante

Point the south end of Nootka Island and Hesquiat Peninsula when our endurance was put to the limit (I tried to videotape the waves crashing at Estevan Point It was not terribly successful with a Youtube version getting one response so far ndash a thumbs down So much for that effort)

While a run is recommended for confident veteran paddlers the trail has enough access points that portions can be enjoyed in smaller less imposing trips But if you do run it plan on three weeks to fully enjoy your time on the water There will be places you will want to linger Trust me

- John Kimantas

The BC Marine Trail

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Guide books The Wild Coast Vol 1 by John Kimantas (Whitecap 2005 and

2011) Specific kayaking information location by location Much of the information presented here is drawn from the Wild Coast

knowledge base (John is the Wild Coast author and CoastampKayak editor) Updated for 2011 and available soon One of a series of Wild Coast guides covering kayaking the entire coast of British Columbia Order online at wwwcoastandkayakcom

Sea Kayak Around Vancouver Island by Doug Alderson (Rocky Mountain Books 2004) A handy pocket guide for the greater goal of circumnavigating the island One of a series of books by Rocky Mountain Books on kayaking regions of the island

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Kayaks

A new Elite optionNecky has expanded its cornerstone

Looksha series in 2011 with a new Elite model that will be of interest to kayakers looking for a high-end performance model with a rudder and touring capacity

The combination makes the Elite a highly versatile model with a bit more emphasis on performance than the popular Looksha 17 but without having to resort to the more Brit-boat style of the Chatham series The Elite trims down the Looksha 17 by 175 inches for a nimble 22-inch width aiding speed tracking and performance with some trade-off in stability for beginners For comfort an aggressively-styled raised foredeck aids leg room and thigh bracing while performance paddlers will appreciate

the low rear deck for ease of rolling The Elite shaves six inches off the

Looksha 17 Compositersquos length arriving at just 17 feet but still with good storage capacity (Necky managed to fit in thirteen 15-liter dry bags we didnrsquot have enough bags to try this so wersquoll take their word)

Rudder pedals are SmartTrack that utilize toe control and a easy-lift locking adjustment that is simple to use on the fly

The seat is Neckyrsquos durable molded foam with an adjustable back band The moulded seat wonrsquot retain water and includes the option of placing support under the foam to raise the legs to offer sciatic nerve relief and other comfort benefits

The Elite comes in both fiberglass and carbon options and weighs in at 52 pounds the carbon option shaves five pounds off that for a remarkably light tourer

Length Beam Depth Cockpit Total storage Weight17rsquo 22 125 32L x 16W 201 litres 5247 lbs

Hull Chine Design Base model Options Control ShallowV MedFull Swede form Fibreglass Carbon Rudder

necky Looksha elite specs

Click here online for a video presentation

Gary Doran a Victoria BC-basedkayaking instructor puts the new Looksha Elite through the paces


Kayaks

Length Beam Depth Cockpit Total storage Weight18rsquo3rdquo 24 13 31L x 17W 392 litres 5852 lbs

Hull Chine Design Base model Options Control ShallowV Soft Fishform Fibreglass Kevlar Rudder

Atlantis Titan Vi specs

If the name Titan VI evokes images of a big and beefy kayak yoursquore only partly right The beef is there ndash it measures in at 18rsquo3rdquo making it best enjoyed by paddlers 5rsquo5rdquo and above ndash but otherwise Atlantisrsquos flagship touring kayak is simply what an all-purpose touring kayak should be well-rounded for features and performance

Where Atlantis did push the envelope is in the production details If you opt for the kevlar layup you are looking at one of the true high-end handmade kayaks Add a custom fade paint theme on the deck and clear gelcoat on the hull and you are looking at a one-of-a-kind boat in a world of mass production Such was our test sample and the one wersquoll be giving away courtesy Atlantis Kayaks (see the giveaway details page 28-29)

Made on Vancouver Island the Titan

VI is a typical West Coast cruiser ndash a good clean design for ocean waters with a relatively soft chine a good stable 24rdquo width and a rudder for easy control Nothing radical and no surprises Those looking for carefully thought out details will find many things to like on the VI such as the polypropelene rope for the rudder line that wonrsquot hold salt water no drill holes in the deck for the seat and a stretch point in the deck lines held taut by the handle

While small points to mention itrsquos the myriad of these and other thoughtful design points that make the Titan VI interesting Those looking for versatility and comfort in the seating will find six straps on the backband and a sliding seat for that exact perfect fit Those who appreciate seeing the Kevlar web in the design will enjoy the clearcoat hull ndash kid gloves sold separately


Testing our custom Titan VIin cold water at Maple Bay

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You have to be in the right situation to fully benefit from a double kayak

First you have to love the person you paddle with more than the independence of kayaking a single (doubles arenrsquot called ldquodivorce boatsrdquo for nothing)

Then you have to have the space to store it and the brawn to move it as many doubles can weight in at more than 100 pounds

If you have the necessary Zen and Herculean credentials to be still in the market for a tandem then the Delta 20T comes with one huge advantage off the mark it weighs in at just 82 pounds considerably less than many other doubles that may tempt you It does this while still managing a spacious central hatch providing a luxurious 716 litres of storage in three compartments ndash enough to make this a bona fide candidate for that dream trip to Alaska

If your interests are closer to home and family the 20T has another nice touch The central compartment doubles as a third passenger compartment ndash nothing new for large doubles ndash but with a curved bulkhead

to provide added extra leg room for a child without having to lengthen the boat What you lose is space alongside the seat in the forward cockpit an area not likely to be missed The result keeps the 20T under 20 feet in length

One unlikely facet of the 20T is the

ability to talk about performance The hull is ShallowV with a hard chine and considerable rocker meaning itrsquos a good candidate for surf rock gardens and ldquoplayrdquo areas that most traditional doubles tend to avoid Edge in tandem turn on a dime Skilled kayakers willing to give up independence (if there are such people) will be drawn to the 20T like beach flies to intertidal kelp

Like so many boats these days the Delta 20Trsquos features are well thought out For instance the seat is easily removed doubling as a camp seat for extra comfort

The construction of the 20T is thermoform ndash an ABS base with an acrylic cap that provides both impact and UV resistance Is it better than fiberglass We wonrsquot wade into that debate But it is definitely more affordable

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A kAyAk is one of the best recreational investments anyone can make But the initial outlay

of cash and choices you have for those dollars can seem daunting So how to pick the correct one Here are some points to consider courtesy of Chris Ladner the owner of Ecomarine on Granville Island in Vancouver a consultant to thousands of kayak buyers over the years1 know what yoursquore buying your kayak for

This sounds obvious but itrsquos not ldquoYou need to be thinking not just what you imagine what the kayak could be used for but what you intend to use it for further down the roadrdquo says Chris

Herersquos where a crystal ball might come in handy You may imagine tours of distant shores in Alaska but in reality if all you will be doing is lake paddling from your cottage a recreational boat will suffice Herersquos the general types and the purpose theyrsquoll serve

Recreational boats These boats are ideal for an hour or two in the bay and work equally well from the deck of a yacht motorboats or a summer cottage These boats are generally shorter ndash 95 to 12 feet in length ndash and can have a range of options and material styles that dictate the cost One important consideration is buoyancy Look for a hatch and bulkhead that will ensure the boat wonrsquot sink if swamped If there is no bulkhead yoursquoll need to install flotation bags before your trip

Day trip boats These are longer recreational boats starting at about 14 feet resulting in more glide speed and efficiency One consideration is the boats may be narrower which aids performance but means less stability

touring boats If yoursquore looking for

more than just day trips yoursquore looking at boats longer than 14 feet to manage the storage demands and sea conditions yoursquoll meet Most touring boats are in the general range of about 17 feet in length making them faster more efficient and capable of hauling gear ndash often several weekrsquos worth if need be

other options Kayaks can serve very particular purposes such as the racing kayaks which are very long but also very narrow or fishing kayaks which are usually sit-on-top extra wide for stability and have lots of features specifically designed for fishing

2 Set your budgetThe initial investment may seem large

especially for the high-end boats but keep in mind after the purchase there are few incidentals such as lift tickets or launching fees (at least not yet) In addition kayaks hold their value and wonrsquot need replacing for years possibly decades ndash if ever

Naturally you need not spend much if budget is a consideration Recreational

boats can be the least expensive but still with a vast range depending on the features and construction The addage applies you get what you pay for3 think about the features and benefits you want

There are lots of different things you can get for your kayak and a good first place to look is the hatches The arrangements and styles vary by model but a popular style is the two-piece with a neoprene cover below the strapped-on hatch A style proven seaworthy is the one-piece rubber hatch usually available as an oval that simply pulls off around a lip then pushes back on again

The trick is matching the features you want with the style of kayak For instance rubber hatches may not be an option for the style of recreation boat yoursquore seeking

The control device is another key consideration A rudder controlled through cables attached to foot pedals is a popular configuration and allows for easy steering An alternative is a skeg a fin that pops down to add stability in wind and waves This requires the additional skill of learning how to use a paddle blade to turn the boat

The cross-section of your hull should also be part of your evaluation The rounder the hull the faster itrsquos going to be but at the cost of stability A flatter bottom and defined keel will enhance stability and (with the keel) tracking

Also consider the amount of rocker in the hull ndash that is curvature in the shape

ldquoThe more rocker you have the easier it is for the boat to turn but the deeper the boat sits in the water so the slower itrsquos going to berdquo says Chris ldquoSo the tradeoff is lots of tracking means straight-line fast speed and efficiency but harder to turn and the

When buying a game plan

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Starting Out

Click here in the online edition for a video on how to buy a kayak


more rocker means easier to maneuver in rough weather but slowerrdquo

The construction type will be another key factor in choosing a kayak which in large part is affected by budget Plastic (polyethelene) is the most economical quite tough and rugged but itrsquos a bit slower in the

water and can get gouged as it is a softer material Thermoform is a middle-of-the-road option It has the ruggedness of the softer plastic but the characteristics of the fiberglass for speed

Higher in price are the fiberglass and finally kevlar options These are considered

the highest performing type of kayak and also good for weight and durability

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For those oF us who love to paddle coastal waters there is a feathery companion whose

historical link to coastal man may date back further than any other seabird

The ibis is a wading bird often mistaken for a heron It frequents coastal shallows lagoons marshes and bay and its historic connections with humans can be traced all the way back to the bible

They are of the family Threskiornithidae (order Ciconiiformes) and their name is believed to be Greek borrowed from the ancient Egyptian ldquoHIBrdquo There are about 30 known species and 13 separate genus of this varied and curious creature

I have often glided silently by them in the marshy wetlands of Southern California where I live and also in the mangroves of Baja Mexico where I frequently paddle They walk along nobly as they use their long curved beak that they often bury up to their eyes to probe in the mud for mollusks crustaceans and small fish

They are found in warm latitudes throughout the world with some of them migrating to warmer climates in wintertime They can stand two and a half feet (75 cm) in height on their long legs and vary in color and plumage depending on the particular species All are identifiable by the orange beak Because of the beakrsquos unique curved shape and strength the ibis will also probe into grass to find worms helping to aerate the soil as it feeds

They nest either on the ground or in short bushes near the coast building homes of small tree limbs The female will lay three to five green or blue eggs often with brown speckles They are social within their species and often nest colonially with both male and female caring for the eggs and newborn hatchlings They feed their young small fish frogs and sometimes human

detritus that both male and female collect During mating they are known to make grunts and croaking noises but other than that are usually silent When hunting they can draft low over the water looking for prey riding the thermal currents just off the caps of waves While rooting along in shallows they will usually be found in pairs one standing watch while the other hunts

Among the species the glossy ibis is found throughout the lower eastern United

States and as far as Europe and Australia while the white face and white ibis are only found in the Americas The scarlet ibis bright red or pink as its name implies is native to South America where it is often hunted for its bright plumage Because it was so devastatingly hunted there the scarlet ibis was introduced to the United States in the 1960s in hopes of maintaining the species and it is now doing well there It is still the national bird of Trinidad and Tobago

Wildlife for kayakers by James Dorsey


The ancient ibis

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The sacred ibis the largest of them all is found in coastal Africa usually south of the Sahara but is no longer seen in Egypt where it was once worshipped as sacred

In the Birecik region of Turkey near Mount Ararat where Noahrsquos ark supposedly came to rest after the great flood local legend claims the northern bald ibis to be the first bird released by Noah as a symbol of fertility and because of

this strong local belief it allowed that particular bird to thrive in that region long after it became extinct across the rest of Europe

In ancient Egypt the god Thoth symbol of wisdom and knowledge was often depicted as a man with the head of an ibis Throughout Egypt there are murals and statues of the ibis and at the city of Hermopolis the birds were specifically bred for sacrifices In Saqqara home of the famous step pyramid south of Giza a building known as the Serapeum was used to bury bulls worshipped by a religious cult and in it is confines the mummified remains of one and a half million ibises was uncovered along with thousands of mummified falcons

In the southern United States local folk claim the ibis is the last animal to take cover at the approach of a hurricane and the first to reappear after the storm Because of this the mascot of the University of Miami is an American white ibis

They are magnificent to watch in flight as they crane their elegant necks forward while extending their long legs straight out to the rear On a recent paddle in Mexico I was privileged to watch dozens of white ibis soaring low over the water riding the thermals while spotting baitfish then landing all around my boat to feast as I sat there silently marveling at their quiet beauty For at least a thousand years the kayak has been one of mankindrsquos steadiest forms of coastal transport and the ibis was there long before

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You can follow James Dorseyrsquos work at his website wwwjamesdorseycom You can also read past articles by Dorsey in this

series on seabirds at wwwcoastandkayakcomArticles_wildlifehtml


Skillset By Alex Matthews

In some sItuAtIons one very useful strategy for navigation is to deliberately aim away from your

intended target While this may initially seem counterintuitive intentionally ldquoaiming off rdquo can be the most reliable way of finding your way to your destination

Letrsquos say that you are making a crossing to a small campsite From your starting point the far shore appears very uniform in geography and there are no distinctive landmarks to denote your intended campsitersquos location

Knowing the campsitersquos position on your chart you can set a compass course directly to it But if you should fail to pick out the site by the time you reach the far shore you wonrsquot know which way to turn (right or left) in order to reach it The site might be very close by on your right but if you guess incorrectly and turn left instead you will waste a lot of time before doubling back and finally locating the elusive campsite

A better strategy is to intentionally aim off to one side or the other of your target That way you are guaranteed to know

which way to turn in order to locate your goal

Working with the chart aim off to a point that is a predetermined

distance from your final destination Pick for example to cross to a point half a nautical mile to the right of the campsite If like most paddlers you cruise at about 3 knots then it will take you about 10 minutes to cover that half nautical mile

Your new plan then is to paddle across the channel hit the far shore turn left and paddle along the shoreline for

approximately 10 minutes This should put you very close to the campsite

In this scenario the shoreline is serving as both a ldquobackstoprdquo and as a ldquohandrailrdquo that will guide you to your goal Itrsquos also worth noting that this strategy works just as well in dense fog or at night

In another scenario we might use the same strategy but with a particular

emphasis on the backstop and handrail aspects Imagine this time that we are crossing to a far point of a distant island completely enveloped in fog If we set a

Set your course dead ahead No

Aim offHow aiming away from your target can get you there more reliably

21 3

1

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Aiming off

compass course aimed directly at the point any minor drift to the right will result in missing the island altogether Aiming off to the left at the bulk of the landmass precludes passing by the point and instead sets us up with a backstop and a useful handrail that will guide us safely to the point

When navigating a backstop is not necessarily a physical barrier When we calculate a distance and the time we require to cover it we are using time as a very effective backstop

In a final example the paddler embarks on a crossing to a long

narrow island lost in fog Rather than attempting to hit the narrow point directly the kayaker instead uses time as a backstop Working from the chart he establishes a position past the point (in this case letrsquos say 3 nautical miles) and some distance off of the left coast of the island (letrsquos say half a nautical mile) Since the kayaker cruises at 3 knots the plan is to paddle for one hour make a 90-degree right-hand turn off his original course and then paddle for 10 minutes to bring him to the islandrsquos shoreline From there he knows to turn right and handrail his way along the coast to the point and his campsite

When aiming off itrsquos obviously of primary importance to have done all the chart and compass work before setting forth Because compass courses and paddling times for each leg of a journey can easily get jumbled itrsquos best to write them down Irsquove found myself second-guessing my memory in thick fog more than once Some like to write directly on charts while others will record courses and times on their foredecks with a wax pencil

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Alex Matthews is the author of ldquoSea Kayaking Rough Watersrdquo available at

wwwhelipresscom More of Alexrsquos Skillset articles plus other skills columns can be read

online at on our Skills page at wwwcoastandkayakcomArticles_skillshtml

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one memorAble springtime kayak trip I discovered some good

stinging nettle habitat in and around the Flat Top Islands south of Gabriola Island My good friend is an endangered species biologist and we set off in our kayaks to explore around the Gulf Islands looking for great blue heron nests Paddling to a known heron rookery we got out of our boats for a closer look with the spotting scope in order to count the number of fluffy squawking chicks

Herons typically nest inland from their shoreline feeding habitat in large Douglas fir or broadleaf maple trees seeking protection from their main predator bald eagles Upon nearing a big fir tree we found a phenomenal patch of nettle thriving on nitrogen-enriched soil from the heron poop This meant that we couldnrsquot approach too close to the nests in fear of being stung by the big patch of nettle Most of the nest sites we visited around the Gulf Islands had similar patches of nettle growing underneath the large trees Great protection

The spring is an ideal time to not only get out on the water to enjoy the wildlife but also to harvest edible plants When paddling this spring try collecting some native plants to add local flair to your camp cooking This is the best season for collecting many edible plants such as dandelion fiddleheads and nettle These can all add nutrition and flavor to your meals but our local nettle has to be my

personal favorite Stinging nettle is a lsquosuper foodrsquo providing the highest plant source of iron Nettle also contains other minerals such as calcium magnesium silicon sulphur copper chromium zinc cobalt potassium and phosphorus as well as high amounts of vitamins A C D E and K This lsquosuper foodrsquo was previously used to prevent and treat scurvy (which Irsquom sure is a big concern for all you sea kayakers during long expeditions) Some may be surprised to learn that nettle is not only nutritious but also flavorful First Nations had many uses for our common nettle including drying and processing the strong and silky fibers to make twine rope and fishing nets Nettle can be dried and stored for a flavorful tea picked fresh and substituted in any recipe that calls for

greens such as spinach Swiss chard or kale

Nettle thrives in the rich moist soils of shaded fields clearings along streams and as noted under great blue heron nests The young shoots spring up in early April and the leaves can be collected throughout the summer To identify this plant look at the stems They are ribbed with fine spines and can grow up to 18 meters tall The leaves are coarsely toothed and grow in opposite pairs covered with fine stinging hairs Each leaf can grow to be an average of 10 cm long

Another way to identify this plant is to look for the tassels of very small greenish flowers that hang from the leaf nodes When the hairs on nettle leaves contact your skin a small amount of formic acid is injected creating a powerful stinging sensation which can last several hours hence the name Avoid stinging by wearing gloves

or cover your hands with a plastic bag while harvesting the leaves Once dried or blanched in boiling water for one minute the sting is completely removed

Recipes with a stingPaddle Meals

by Hilary Masson

Kayakers Camp Tip A small and flexible cooler on a trip

is a benefit even if its effectiveness only lasts the first few days It is great for providing fresh food menu options Frozen meats frozen seafood frozen sauces (like the pesto page 50) and dairy products can be kept for use in the early days of an expedition After the freezer pack thaws normally by day three and the items in the cooler have been eaten simply collapse the cooler and store it in your hatch Enjoy more creative and elaborate meals Go for it be the gourmet on your next kayak adventure

Natural plants can add flare to your cooking with a surprising option being a good-old patch of nettles

An exploration of the Flat Top Islands near Gabriola can be made more interesting if you keep your eyes open for edibles


Try a tasty nettle tart but spinach works as wellNettle tart Pastrybull 1-14 cups flourbull 14 teaspoon saltbull 12 cup butter cut into pieces (Try freezing the butter and packing it in a cooler bag to use within the first few days of your trip The cooler butter creates a better texture for the pastry) bull 13 cup cool water (Put the water bottle in the ocean to cool below air temperature The colder the water the more flaky and light the pastry)

Mix the flour and salt in a large bowl add the butter pieces and pinch with your fingers to make a crumb texture then slowly add the water Donrsquot mix the dough too much the desired flaky texture of the tart pastry comes from the butter crumbs Divide into two discs and set aside in the shade for 10 minutes while making the tart topping This pastry recipe is quick and works wonderfully with any toppings you can

imagine Another of my favorite savory tarts is blue cheese pear and walnut Or try a sweet tart for desert with fruits and nuts Nettle tartbull 1 disc pastrybull 2 tablespoons olive oilbull 2 cloves garlic finely choppedbull 3 cups nettle blanched in boiling water

for one minute then choppedbull frac12 cup parmesan cheese gratedbull 1 egg lightly beaten bull 1 tablespoon sesame seedsbull 1 tablespoon dried oreganobull zest of one lemonbull salt and pepper to taste

Roll one of the pastry discs to the size of your Outback Oven or Dutch Oven (use a water bottle dusted with flour instead of a rolling pin while camping) In a frying pan add olive oil and garlic stir in your blanched nettle leaves parmesan cheese and egg Remove from heat

season with salt and pepper Grease Outback Oven pan with butter or oil then place rolled pastry in pan and spread nettle topping evenly over pastry Sprinkle the sesame seeds and lemon zest on top and bake for 20 minutes Slice tart and enjoy Try substituting spinach for nettle in this fun and savory tart recipe

nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals

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bull 6 cups fresh nettle blanched in boiling water for one minute drained then finely choppedbull 3 garlic cloves finely choppedbull 2 shallots finely choppedbull frac12 cup parmesan cheesebull frac14 cup pine nutsbull frac14 cup almonds (substitute walnuts cashews hazelnuts pistachios)bull 13 cup olive oil bull 2 tablespoons lemon juicebull salt and pepper to taste

Place the blanched nettle garlic shallots parmesan cheese and lemon juice in a hand- crank blender (my favorite kitchen tool) and mix until a

smooth consistency Chop the nuts finely on a cutting board or use a rock to crush them kind of like a mortar and pestle Blend in the nuts then slowly stir in the olive oil Finish by seasoning with salt and pepper This can be tossed with pasta spread on crackers wraps sandwiches or pizza and is fabulous as sauce for your freshly caught salmon grilled over a beach fire

Consider preparing nettle pesto before you go camping and save by home canning or freezing I like to freeze the pesto in a small container and pack it into my small portable cooler to use on day three or four of a kayak tour

Stinging nettle pesto try packing ahead


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nettle Recipes

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Gomae Salad bull 7 cups nettle (ordinarily spinach or kale) bull 1 tablespoon salt

Blanch nettle in boiling water until tender drain and cool Sesame Dressingbull 1 tablespoon tahini (sesame butter)bull 1 teaspoon spicy peanut saucebull 1 teaspoon tamari (soy sauce)bull 1 teaspoon sesame oil (or substitute olive oil) bull 5 tablespoons sesame seeds

roasted on hot frying pan sprinkled on top of salad

This Japanese steamed spinach salad with sesame dressing is a great recipe to try with stinging nettle It is the ultimate recipe because it is so easy Just steam the nettle make a quick dressing and roast some sesame seeds to sprinkle on top Easy tasty and healthy this nettle recipe that is a great side salad for when you make sushi with freshly caught (from your kayak) salmon

Substitute nettle in this Japanese salad



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If you already own a rod and reel and simply wish to fish from your kayak occasionally there is no reason to go out and buy new tackle If you have a serviceable rod and reel with which you are comfortable fishing from a boat deck or shore chances are the rig will be fine for fishing from your kayak Use the money you save from buying a new rod or reel to go towards a good rod holder and a leash to secure whatrsquos already in hand then go fish

On the other hand if you find yourself absolutely hooked by the fishing angle or simply want to give yourself the best shot at success as you learn to fish from your favorite paddle craft you might want to consider purchasing tackle made specifically for use from a kayak

Whether you prefer to use spinning bait-casting spin-casting or fly tackle you can stick with the common reels when fishing from a kayak it is the rod that differs from the traditional in paddle-fishing tackle

ldquoItrsquos all about lengthrdquo says Craig Kivi a kayak fishing guide who started producing his own line of rods when he couldnrsquot find tackle to his liking ldquoSpinning and casting rods used from a kayak need to be at least seven feet

long on up to about nine feet Fly rods should start at nine feet and go up from thererdquo

According to Craig rods used for fishing from kayaks need to be longer than conventional ones for two reasons ldquoThe primary reason is the casting advantage offered by the longer rod The angler is seated in a low position relative to the water and the extra leverage offered by a longer rod makes for longer easier casting

ldquoThe other advantage of a long rod comes when fighting a fishrdquo says Craig ldquoThe longer rod allows you the length and leverage required to work a fish around the boat the rod needs to be long enough to clear the bow and the stern if the fish makes a run or dives under the kayakrdquo

The grips on kayak fishing rods are different from the traditional as well Craig prefers them to be longer than found on most fishing rods

ldquoToo long a butt end (the grip below the reel seat) will get in your way and jab the angler in the stomach too short a butt and the rig will be hard to cast with two hands

which is helpful when casting from a seated positionrdquo he says Craig recommends 10-inch butt ends for both casting and spinning rods in most situations

The fore-grip (the cork or foam area above the reel seat) can be longer on kayak rods used in cold conditions but otherwise they are much the same as found on traditional rods

ldquoWhen your hands are wet and cold itrsquos way more comfortable to wrap your fingers around foam or cork than having them against fiberglass or graphiterdquo

As for hardware Craig says the best kayak fishing rods feature premium-quality guides with super-slick inserts to allow line to flow freely when casting He also recommends single foot guides on rods where weight is an issue Ditto all-graphite rod construction to keep weight low and sensitivity high

For line Kivi provides his kayak fishing clients with rigs spooled with premium monofilament line for the casting attribute When clear water conditions require it he will rig a leader of fluorocarbon

And as any angler who has done much casting from a low-to-the-water seated position knows size and distance matter

lt

Dan Armitage is a boating fishing and travel writer based in the Midwest He is

a licensed (USCG Master) captain hosts a syndicated radio show and presents kayak

fishing seminars at boat shows Craig Kivi is the owner of Michiganrsquos

Golden Drake Outdoors

Thinking tackle Think bigA kayak fishing professional shares his thoughts on the best tackle for the job

Craig Kivi at work



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uuIs this a case of the kayaking natives growing restless or

an affliction to which Greenland paddling enthusiasts are prone Wersquore not sure and perhaps itrsquos best if we never find out Photographed during a lighter moment during the difficult task of dressing for protection from the sun at Cape Sutil on north Vancouver Island

Herersquos a tragic example of what happens when a bad idea catches on Or perhaps therersquos a very odd and highly selective magnetic pull to this old piling that sits in Newcastle Channel near Nanaimo BC Wersquoll be keeping an eye open no doubt to see exactly how this marker becomes populated

How to protect the perfect urchin shell that you find on day one of a five-day trip Simple ndash braid it into your hair The odd thing is that the other hikers we encountered on the Nootka Trail never once commented Perhaps they didnrsquot notice Or maybe it looked so natural it appeared a regular hikingfashion accessory Or more probable they were scared to ask

Wersquove had fun paddling on recent CoastampKayak Magazine trips Well mostly wersquove had fun Here are a few memorable images wersquove accumulated on recent outings

The cutest bilge sludge ever

Greenland paddlers gone wild

Navigation hazards gone wild

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Occasionally the oddest things can be found washed up in the bottom of your kayakrsquos cockpit In this case it was Julianne Chetcuti (occasionally referred to as Jujube) the newest member of the CoastampKayak team who joined us for a three-generation family paddle in our tester Seaward Passat (proving it is indeed a kayak suitable for the whole family) with mom Brandie who joined us from her home in the Yukon Bet the copies of this issue that we mail to Kanoe People in Whitehorse wonrsquot last long


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Gwaii Haanas invites you to explore this amazing place

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The First Word













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Wavelength Magazine

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wwwcoastandkayakcom















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The grand Canyon







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The BC Marine Trail








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bull F

OOTW

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CAN

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nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















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Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















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HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment


8

36

44

Contents

6 News












24 Leg three Nootka











A product of













or call 1-866-984-6437








- John Kimantas

The First Word













news














Wavelength Magazine

3375 x 45

January 2011




dream in colour







Bonn

yGlam

beck

phot

o


news











wwwcoastandkayakcom















u

The grand Canyon







ecomarine

Spring 2011indd 1 232011 30621 PM










lt




The grand Canyon



The BC Marine Trail








by John Kimantas


The WCVin section










Trail Network

u

Port Hardy

Tofino











The BC Marine Trail


John

Kim

antas

phot

o


The WCVin section







The BC Marine Trail





The north island






9

99

9

9

99

99

9

99

9

acute

F

yPort Hardy

Godrsquos Pocket

Quatsino Sound

Quatsino Entrance


Nigei I




Songhees Cr

BeaverHarbour

HardyBay



Hope I

Ahwhichaolta Inlet

1

2

u


Quatsino bull

Rupert Arm

F


Holberg

Varney Bay




y

y

9

9

9

9

Shuttleworth Bight

Guise Bay

Lowrie Bay

San Josef Bay


Cape Palmerston

Raft Cove

Grant Bay

Ildstad Is

Coal Harbour

Port Alice

To Port Hardy


9 Cape Sutil

Cape Scott

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

99 9

9

9

9

Topknot Pt

Hunt Its

Gooding Cove


Route toSide Bay

Drake Iy

y

y

yy

y

3

4

5

Map legend







3

Goodnuff Beach

Goletas Channel


Bell Island

Harlequin Bay

acute

acute

acute


acute


The BC Marine Trail


























The north island


The BC Marine Trail






Step

han

Mei

nke

phot

o



BrooksKyuquot






Brooks Peninsula

Kyuquot Sound


Union I

Bunsby Islands


East Creek

99


Trail CrBritish Cr


Kwakiutl Pt


Heater Pt

Cape Cook

Solander Island

Clark Pt

Klaskish Inlet


Nordstrum Cr

Columbia Cove


South Spring I


9

9

9

99

9

9

9

9

99

9

99

99

9

ySide Bay

y

y

y


ArtlishRiver

FairHarbour



Side Bay


5

6

7

8-9AmaiInlet



9 9


The BC Marine Trail














BrooksKyuquot

Buy online and save


Squamish

Mistral

Chinook








Basalt $250 $305


Carbon $345 --

274207225270310


256



The BC Marine Trail













Rugged Pt9

9Yellow Bluff

Tatchu Pt

Jurrasic Pt


nootka






Espin

osa

Inlet

Muchalat Inlet

Tlupa

na In

letF


9 Lord Waterfall

9

9

99

9

9

Nuchatlitz Inlet


Barcester Bay

Callicum Cr

y

y

y

y

y

Benson PtBelmont Pt


is In

let


Louie Bay

Oldham Beach


Third Beach

Hesq

uiat P

enins

ula

Calvin Falls



Santiago Cr

Strange I

Strange I

Marvinas Bay


Cougar Cr


NOOTKA SOUND


Gold River

NOOTKA ISLAND

Yuquot

Tahsis

Zeballos

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

99

99

9

9

9

9

9

99

9

9

9

10

11

12

13

F F

acute

acute


The BC Marine Trail









nootka


2011







Sponsored by


C

M

Y

CM

MY

CY

CMY

K










20 years






RapidUp Sail











20 years


The BC Marine Trail











FHesquiat Trail

9

9



Hesquiat Harbour

Barcester Bay



13


Clayoquot Sound

Tofino Inlet

F

F

Wild Side Trail

Obstruction Island

Halfmoon Bay

Fee campground9


Shelter Inlet

Hesquiat Harbour

Herbert Inlet

Millar Channel

Grice Bay

Whitesand Cove

Big Tree Trail

Kirshaw Islets

Heelboom Bay


Bedw

ell So

und

Whaler Islets

Saranac Island

La Croix Group

Ahous Bay

Medallion Beach

Cow Bay

TOFINO

Lem

men

s Inl

et

Flores Island





Vargas I

Meares I

CatfaceRange

Hot SpringsCove

Ahousat

14

endy

y

Maurus Channel

9

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

F

Dick amp Jane Beach


Mate Islands9

Miltiersquos Beach

Robert Pt







- John Kimantas

The BC Marine Trail














1-888-545-5595

Need a new kayak

Or maybe a PFD





Clayoquot Sound






Kayak Transport Co










Kanoe People Ltd



CA





WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN



Odyssey Kayaking





















new gear


-XCrystal





Cascade Creek


Wild Coast

Maui Surf Co


new gear


CoastRecreationMaps

Water

Ventures



NEW


Mexico

over 30 titles



TM






Kayaks















Kayaks

















outrigger egrometer

canoe by














wwwcoastandkayakcom

Kayaks



Delta 20T specs







(250) 381-4233



AND INSTRUCTION

Gett

ing Yo

u Out There

Since 1981

CLOT

HING

bull F

OOTW

EAR

bull O

UTDO

OR G

EAR

bull K

AYAK

S bull

CAN

OES

bull S

UP bull

INST

RUCT

ION

bull R

ENTA

LS bull

TOU

RSCLOTHING bull

FOOTWEAR bull




TOURS

























Starting Out








lt










work amp play


ww

wn

icb

cc

a

















The ancient ibis





Andrea Morrison


repair experience



Calgary


wwwpaddlealbertacom









lt




















21 3

1

2


Aiming off






lt




NEW

ph

oto

M S

criv

er

BOREALDESIGNCOM

THREE SIZES




3


wwwcoastandkayakcom












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment






A product of













or call 1-866-984-6437








- John Kimantas

The First Word













news














Wavelength Magazine

3375 x 45

January 2011




dream in colour







Bonn

yGlam

beck

phot

o


news











wwwcoastandkayakcom















u

The grand Canyon







ecomarine

Spring 2011indd 1 232011 30621 PM










lt




The grand Canyon



The BC Marine Trail








by John Kimantas


The WCVin section










Trail Network

u

Port Hardy

Tofino











The BC Marine Trail


John

Kim

antas

phot

o


The WCVin section







The BC Marine Trail





The north island






9

99

9

9

99

99

9

99

9

acute

F

yPort Hardy

Godrsquos Pocket

Quatsino Sound

Quatsino Entrance


Nigei I




Songhees Cr

BeaverHarbour

HardyBay



Hope I

Ahwhichaolta Inlet

1

2

u


Quatsino bull

Rupert Arm

F


Holberg

Varney Bay




y

y

9

9

9

9

Shuttleworth Bight

Guise Bay

Lowrie Bay

San Josef Bay


Cape Palmerston

Raft Cove

Grant Bay

Ildstad Is

Coal Harbour

Port Alice

To Port Hardy


9 Cape Sutil

Cape Scott

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

99 9

9

9

9

Topknot Pt

Hunt Its

Gooding Cove


Route toSide Bay

Drake Iy

y

y

yy

y

3

4

5

Map legend







3

Goodnuff Beach

Goletas Channel


Bell Island

Harlequin Bay

acute

acute

acute


acute


The BC Marine Trail


























The north island


The BC Marine Trail






Step

han

Mei

nke

phot

o



BrooksKyuquot






Brooks Peninsula

Kyuquot Sound


Union I

Bunsby Islands


East Creek

99


Trail CrBritish Cr


Kwakiutl Pt


Heater Pt

Cape Cook

Solander Island

Clark Pt

Klaskish Inlet


Nordstrum Cr

Columbia Cove


South Spring I


9

9

9

99

9

9

9

9

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9

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Shuttleworth Bight

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9 Cape Sutil

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9

9

9

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Cape Cook

Solander Island

Clark Pt

Klaskish Inlet


Nordstrum Cr

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9

9

9

99

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9

9

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6

7

8-9AmaiInlet



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The BC Marine Trail














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Rugged Pt9

9Yellow Bluff

Tatchu Pt

Jurrasic Pt


nootka






Espin

osa

Inlet

Muchalat Inlet

Tlupa

na In

letF


9 Lord Waterfall

9

9

99

9

9

Nuchatlitz Inlet


Barcester Bay

Callicum Cr

y

y

y

y

y

Benson PtBelmont Pt


is In

let


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Oldham Beach


Third Beach

Hesq

uiat P

enins

ula

Calvin Falls



Santiago Cr

Strange I

Strange I

Marvinas Bay


Cougar Cr


NOOTKA SOUND


Gold River

NOOTKA ISLAND

Yuquot

Tahsis

Zeballos

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

99

99

9

9

9

9

9

99

9

9

9

10

11

12

13

F F

acute

acute


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nootka


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M

Y

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MY

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CMY

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9



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Barcester Bay



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Clayoquot Sound

Tofino Inlet

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F

Wild Side Trail

Obstruction Island

Halfmoon Bay

Fee campground9


Shelter Inlet

Hesquiat Harbour

Herbert Inlet

Millar Channel

Grice Bay

Whitesand Cove

Big Tree Trail

Kirshaw Islets

Heelboom Bay


Bedw

ell So

und

Whaler Islets

Saranac Island

La Croix Group

Ahous Bay

Medallion Beach

Cow Bay

TOFINO

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men

s Inl

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Flores Island





Vargas I

Meares I

CatfaceRange

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Ahousat

14

endy

y

Maurus Channel

9

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

F

Dick amp Jane Beach


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Robert Pt







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HING

bull F

OOTW

EAR

bull O

UTDO

OR G

EAR

bull K

AYAK

S bull

CAN

OES

bull S

UP bull

INST

RUCT

ION

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ENTA

LS bull

TOU

RSCLOTHING bull

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Starting Out








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wn

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Calgary


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2


Aiming off






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oto

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The grand Canyon







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The WCVin section










Trail Network

u

Port Hardy

Tofino











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John

Kim

antas

phot

o


The WCVin section







The BC Marine Trail





The north island






9

99

9

9

99

99

9

99

9

acute

F

yPort Hardy

Godrsquos Pocket

Quatsino Sound

Quatsino Entrance


Nigei I




Songhees Cr

BeaverHarbour

HardyBay



Hope I

Ahwhichaolta Inlet

1

2

u


Quatsino bull

Rupert Arm

F


Holberg

Varney Bay




y

y

9

9

9

9

Shuttleworth Bight

Guise Bay

Lowrie Bay

San Josef Bay


Cape Palmerston

Raft Cove

Grant Bay

Ildstad Is

Coal Harbour

Port Alice

To Port Hardy


9 Cape Sutil

Cape Scott

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

99 9

9

9

9

Topknot Pt

Hunt Its

Gooding Cove


Route toSide Bay

Drake Iy

y

y

yy

y

3

4

5

Map legend







3

Goodnuff Beach

Goletas Channel


Bell Island

Harlequin Bay

acute

acute

acute


acute


The BC Marine Trail


























The north island


The BC Marine Trail






Step

han

Mei

nke

phot

o



BrooksKyuquot






Brooks Peninsula

Kyuquot Sound


Union I

Bunsby Islands


East Creek

99


Trail CrBritish Cr


Kwakiutl Pt


Heater Pt

Cape Cook

Solander Island

Clark Pt

Klaskish Inlet


Nordstrum Cr

Columbia Cove


South Spring I


9

9

9

99

9

9

9

9

99

9

99

99

9

ySide Bay

y

y

y


ArtlishRiver

FairHarbour



Side Bay


5

6

7

8-9AmaiInlet



9 9


The BC Marine Trail














BrooksKyuquot

Buy online and save


Squamish

Mistral

Chinook








Basalt $250 $305


Carbon $345 --

274207225270310


256



The BC Marine Trail













Rugged Pt9

9Yellow Bluff

Tatchu Pt

Jurrasic Pt


nootka






Espin

osa

Inlet

Muchalat Inlet

Tlupa

na In

letF


9 Lord Waterfall

9

9

99

9

9

Nuchatlitz Inlet


Barcester Bay

Callicum Cr

y

y

y

y

y

Benson PtBelmont Pt


is In

let


Louie Bay

Oldham Beach


Third Beach

Hesq

uiat P

enins

ula

Calvin Falls



Santiago Cr

Strange I

Strange I

Marvinas Bay


Cougar Cr


NOOTKA SOUND


Gold River

NOOTKA ISLAND

Yuquot

Tahsis

Zeballos

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

99

99

9

9

9

9

9

99

9

9

9

10

11

12

13

F F

acute

acute


The BC Marine Trail









nootka


2011







Sponsored by


C

M

Y

CM

MY

CY

CMY

K










20 years






RapidUp Sail











20 years


The BC Marine Trail











FHesquiat Trail

9

9



Hesquiat Harbour

Barcester Bay



13


Clayoquot Sound

Tofino Inlet

F

F

Wild Side Trail

Obstruction Island

Halfmoon Bay

Fee campground9


Shelter Inlet

Hesquiat Harbour

Herbert Inlet

Millar Channel

Grice Bay

Whitesand Cove

Big Tree Trail

Kirshaw Islets

Heelboom Bay


Bedw

ell So

und

Whaler Islets

Saranac Island

La Croix Group

Ahous Bay

Medallion Beach

Cow Bay

TOFINO

Lem

men

s Inl

et

Flores Island





Vargas I

Meares I

CatfaceRange

Hot SpringsCove

Ahousat

14

endy

y

Maurus Channel

9

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

F

Dick amp Jane Beach


Mate Islands9

Miltiersquos Beach

Robert Pt







- John Kimantas

The BC Marine Trail














1-888-545-5595

Need a new kayak

Or maybe a PFD





Clayoquot Sound






Kayak Transport Co










Kanoe People Ltd



CA





WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN



Odyssey Kayaking





















new gear


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Ventures



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outrigger egrometer

canoe by














wwwcoastandkayakcom

Kayaks



Delta 20T specs







(250) 381-4233



AND INSTRUCTION

Gett

ing Yo

u Out There

Since 1981

CLOT

HING

bull F

OOTW

EAR

bull O

UTDO

OR G

EAR

bull K

AYAK

S bull

CAN

OES

bull S

UP bull

INST

RUCT

ION

bull R

ENTA

LS bull

TOU

RSCLOTHING bull

FOOTWEAR bull




TOURS

























Starting Out








lt










work amp play


ww

wn

icb

cc

a

















The ancient ibis





Andrea Morrison


repair experience



Calgary


wwwpaddlealbertacom









lt




















21 3

1

2


Aiming off






lt




NEW

ph

oto

M S

criv

er

BOREALDESIGNCOM

THREE SIZES




3


wwwcoastandkayakcom












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment















u

The grand Canyon







ecomarine

Spring 2011indd 1 232011 30621 PM










lt




The grand Canyon



The BC Marine Trail








by John Kimantas


The WCVin section










Trail Network

u

Port Hardy

Tofino











The BC Marine Trail


John

Kim

antas

phot

o


The WCVin section







The BC Marine Trail





The north island






9

99

9

9

99

99

9

99

9

acute

F

yPort Hardy

Godrsquos Pocket

Quatsino Sound

Quatsino Entrance


Nigei I




Songhees Cr

BeaverHarbour

HardyBay



Hope I

Ahwhichaolta Inlet

1

2

u


Quatsino bull

Rupert Arm

F


Holberg

Varney Bay




y

y

9

9

9

9

Shuttleworth Bight

Guise Bay

Lowrie Bay

San Josef Bay


Cape Palmerston

Raft Cove

Grant Bay

Ildstad Is

Coal Harbour

Port Alice

To Port Hardy


9 Cape Sutil

Cape Scott

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

99 9

9

9

9

Topknot Pt

Hunt Its

Gooding Cove


Route toSide Bay

Drake Iy

y

y

yy

y

3

4

5

Map legend







3

Goodnuff Beach

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9

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Clark Pt

Klaskish Inlet


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9

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ula

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Cougar Cr


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Yuquot

Tahsis

Zeballos

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

99

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9

9

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Kirshaw Islets

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9

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9

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99

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9

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9

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Ahwhichaolta Inlet

1

2

u


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Rupert Arm

F


Holberg

Varney Bay




y

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9

9

9

9

Shuttleworth Bight

Guise Bay

Lowrie Bay

San Josef Bay


Cape Palmerston

Raft Cove

Grant Bay

Ildstad Is

Coal Harbour

Port Alice

To Port Hardy


9 Cape Sutil

Cape Scott

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

99 9

9

9

9

Topknot Pt

Hunt Its

Gooding Cove


Route toSide Bay

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y

y

yy

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3

4

5

Map legend







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Goodnuff Beach

Goletas Channel


Bell Island

Harlequin Bay

acute

acute

acute


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The north island


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han

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nke

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o



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99


Trail CrBritish Cr


Kwakiutl Pt


Heater Pt

Cape Cook

Solander Island

Clark Pt

Klaskish Inlet


Nordstrum Cr

Columbia Cove


South Spring I


9

9

9

99

9

9

9

9

99

9

99

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9

ySide Bay

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y


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FairHarbour



Side Bay


5

6

7

8-9AmaiInlet



9 9


The BC Marine Trail














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Rugged Pt9

9Yellow Bluff

Tatchu Pt

Jurrasic Pt


nootka






Espin

osa

Inlet

Muchalat Inlet

Tlupa

na In

letF


9 Lord Waterfall

9

9

99

9

9

Nuchatlitz Inlet


Barcester Bay

Callicum Cr

y

y

y

y

y

Benson PtBelmont Pt


is In

let


Louie Bay

Oldham Beach


Third Beach

Hesq

uiat P

enins

ula

Calvin Falls



Santiago Cr

Strange I

Strange I

Marvinas Bay


Cougar Cr


NOOTKA SOUND


Gold River

NOOTKA ISLAND

Yuquot

Tahsis

Zeballos

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

99

99

9

9

9

9

9

99

9

9

9

10

11

12

13

F F

acute

acute


The BC Marine Trail









nootka


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M

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MY

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Hesquiat Harbour

Barcester Bay



13


Clayoquot Sound

Tofino Inlet

F

F

Wild Side Trail

Obstruction Island

Halfmoon Bay

Fee campground9


Shelter Inlet

Hesquiat Harbour

Herbert Inlet

Millar Channel

Grice Bay

Whitesand Cove

Big Tree Trail

Kirshaw Islets

Heelboom Bay


Bedw

ell So

und

Whaler Islets

Saranac Island

La Croix Group

Ahous Bay

Medallion Beach

Cow Bay

TOFINO

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men

s Inl

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Flores Island





Vargas I

Meares I

CatfaceRange

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14

endy

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Maurus Channel

9

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

F

Dick amp Jane Beach


Mate Islands9

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OOTW

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UTDO

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EAR

bull K

AYAK

S bull

CAN

OES

bull S

UP bull

INST

RUCT

ION

bull R

ENTA

LS bull

TOU

RSCLOTHING bull

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Starting Out








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Port Hardy

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John

Kim

antas

phot

o


The WCVin section







The BC Marine Trail





The north island






9

99

9

9

99

99

9

99

9

acute

F

yPort Hardy

Godrsquos Pocket

Quatsino Sound

Quatsino Entrance


Nigei I




Songhees Cr

BeaverHarbour

HardyBay



Hope I

Ahwhichaolta Inlet

1

2

u


Quatsino bull

Rupert Arm

F


Holberg

Varney Bay




y

y

9

9

9

9

Shuttleworth Bight

Guise Bay

Lowrie Bay

San Josef Bay


Cape Palmerston

Raft Cove

Grant Bay

Ildstad Is

Coal Harbour

Port Alice

To Port Hardy


9 Cape Sutil

Cape Scott

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

99 9

9

9

9

Topknot Pt

Hunt Its

Gooding Cove


Route toSide Bay

Drake Iy

y

y

yy

y

3

4

5

Map legend







3

Goodnuff Beach

Goletas Channel


Bell Island

Harlequin Bay

acute

acute

acute


acute


The BC Marine Trail


























The north island


The BC Marine Trail






Step

han

Mei

nke

phot

o



BrooksKyuquot






Brooks Peninsula

Kyuquot Sound


Union I

Bunsby Islands


East Creek

99


Trail CrBritish Cr


Kwakiutl Pt


Heater Pt

Cape Cook

Solander Island

Clark Pt

Klaskish Inlet


Nordstrum Cr

Columbia Cove


South Spring I


9

9

9

99

9

9

9

9

99

9

99

99

9

ySide Bay

y

y

y


ArtlishRiver

FairHarbour



Side Bay


5

6

7

8-9AmaiInlet



9 9


The BC Marine Trail














BrooksKyuquot

Buy online and save


Squamish

Mistral

Chinook








Basalt $250 $305


Carbon $345 --

274207225270310


256



The BC Marine Trail













Rugged Pt9

9Yellow Bluff

Tatchu Pt

Jurrasic Pt


nootka






Espin

osa

Inlet

Muchalat Inlet

Tlupa

na In

letF


9 Lord Waterfall

9

9

99

9

9

Nuchatlitz Inlet


Barcester Bay

Callicum Cr

y

y

y

y

y

Benson PtBelmont Pt


is In

let


Louie Bay

Oldham Beach


Third Beach

Hesq

uiat P

enins

ula

Calvin Falls



Santiago Cr

Strange I

Strange I

Marvinas Bay


Cougar Cr


NOOTKA SOUND


Gold River

NOOTKA ISLAND

Yuquot

Tahsis

Zeballos

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

99

99

9

9

9

9

9

99

9

9

9

10

11

12

13

F F

acute

acute


The BC Marine Trail









nootka


2011







Sponsored by


C

M

Y

CM

MY

CY

CMY

K










20 years






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20 years


The BC Marine Trail











FHesquiat Trail

9

9



Hesquiat Harbour

Barcester Bay



13


Clayoquot Sound

Tofino Inlet

F

F

Wild Side Trail

Obstruction Island

Halfmoon Bay

Fee campground9


Shelter Inlet

Hesquiat Harbour

Herbert Inlet

Millar Channel

Grice Bay

Whitesand Cove

Big Tree Trail

Kirshaw Islets

Heelboom Bay


Bedw

ell So

und

Whaler Islets

Saranac Island

La Croix Group

Ahous Bay

Medallion Beach

Cow Bay

TOFINO

Lem

men

s Inl

et

Flores Island





Vargas I

Meares I

CatfaceRange

Hot SpringsCove

Ahousat

14

endy

y

Maurus Channel

9

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

F

Dick amp Jane Beach


Mate Islands9

Miltiersquos Beach

Robert Pt







- John Kimantas

The BC Marine Trail














1-888-545-5595

Need a new kayak

Or maybe a PFD





Clayoquot Sound






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CA





WCVIN

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WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN



Odyssey Kayaking





















new gear


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Delta 20T specs







(250) 381-4233



AND INSTRUCTION

Gett

ing Yo

u Out There

Since 1981

CLOT

HING

bull F

OOTW

EAR

bull O

UTDO

OR G

EAR

bull K

AYAK

S bull

CAN

OES

bull S

UP bull

INST

RUCT

ION

bull R

ENTA

LS bull

TOU

RSCLOTHING bull

FOOTWEAR bull




TOURS

























Starting Out








lt










work amp play


ww

wn

icb

cc

a

















The ancient ibis





Andrea Morrison


repair experience



Calgary


wwwpaddlealbertacom









lt




















21 3

1

2


Aiming off






lt




NEW

ph

oto

M S

criv

er

BOREALDESIGNCOM

THREE SIZES




3


wwwcoastandkayakcom












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment


The BC Marine Trail








by John Kimantas


The WCVin section










Trail Network

u

Port Hardy

Tofino











The BC Marine Trail


John

Kim

antas

phot

o


The WCVin section







The BC Marine Trail





The north island






9

99

9

9

99

99

9

99

9

acute

F

yPort Hardy

Godrsquos Pocket

Quatsino Sound

Quatsino Entrance


Nigei I




Songhees Cr

BeaverHarbour

HardyBay



Hope I

Ahwhichaolta Inlet

1

2

u


Quatsino bull

Rupert Arm

F


Holberg

Varney Bay




y

y

9

9

9

9

Shuttleworth Bight

Guise Bay

Lowrie Bay

San Josef Bay


Cape Palmerston

Raft Cove

Grant Bay

Ildstad Is

Coal Harbour

Port Alice

To Port Hardy


9 Cape Sutil

Cape Scott

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

99 9

9

9

9

Topknot Pt

Hunt Its

Gooding Cove


Route toSide Bay

Drake Iy

y

y

yy

y

3

4

5

Map legend







3

Goodnuff Beach

Goletas Channel


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9

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Ahwhichaolta Inlet

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u


Quatsino bull

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F


Holberg

Varney Bay




y

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9

9

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9

Shuttleworth Bight

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Lowrie Bay

San Josef Bay


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9 Cape Sutil

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9

9

9

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99 9

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Topknot Pt

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Route toSide Bay

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3

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Goodnuff Beach

Goletas Channel


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acute

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Cape Cook

Solander Island

Clark Pt

Klaskish Inlet


Nordstrum Cr

Columbia Cove


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9

9

9

99

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Rugged Pt9

9Yellow Bluff

Tatchu Pt

Jurrasic Pt


nootka






Espin

osa

Inlet

Muchalat Inlet

Tlupa

na In

letF


9 Lord Waterfall

9

9

99

9

9

Nuchatlitz Inlet


Barcester Bay

Callicum Cr

y

y

y

y

y

Benson PtBelmont Pt


is In

let


Louie Bay

Oldham Beach


Third Beach

Hesq

uiat P

enins

ula

Calvin Falls



Santiago Cr

Strange I

Strange I

Marvinas Bay


Cougar Cr


NOOTKA SOUND


Gold River

NOOTKA ISLAND

Yuquot

Tahsis

Zeballos

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

99

99

9

9

9

9

9

99

9

9

9

10

11

12

13

F F

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Clayoquot Sound

Tofino Inlet

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F

Wild Side Trail

Obstruction Island

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Fee campground9


Shelter Inlet

Hesquiat Harbour

Herbert Inlet

Millar Channel

Grice Bay

Whitesand Cove

Big Tree Trail

Kirshaw Islets

Heelboom Bay


Bedw

ell So

und

Whaler Islets

Saranac Island

La Croix Group

Ahous Bay

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Vargas I

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14

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Maurus Channel

9

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

9

9

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9

9

F

Dick amp Jane Beach


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UTDO

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bull K

AYAK

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OES

bull S

UP bull

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RUCT

ION

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ENTA

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RSCLOTHING bull

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Craig Kivi at work



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u














HAIDA NATION

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The north island






9

99

9

9

99

99

9

99

9

acute

F

yPort Hardy

Godrsquos Pocket

Quatsino Sound

Quatsino Entrance


Nigei I




Songhees Cr

BeaverHarbour

HardyBay



Hope I

Ahwhichaolta Inlet

1

2

u


Quatsino bull

Rupert Arm

F


Holberg

Varney Bay




y

y

9

9

9

9

Shuttleworth Bight

Guise Bay

Lowrie Bay

San Josef Bay


Cape Palmerston

Raft Cove

Grant Bay

Ildstad Is

Coal Harbour

Port Alice

To Port Hardy


9 Cape Sutil

Cape Scott

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

99 9

9

9

9

Topknot Pt

Hunt Its

Gooding Cove


Route toSide Bay

Drake Iy

y

y

yy

y

3

4

5

Map legend







3

Goodnuff Beach

Goletas Channel


Bell Island

Harlequin Bay

acute

acute

acute


acute


The BC Marine Trail


























The north island


The BC Marine Trail






Step

han

Mei

nke

phot

o



BrooksKyuquot






Brooks Peninsula

Kyuquot Sound


Union I

Bunsby Islands


East Creek

99


Trail CrBritish Cr


Kwakiutl Pt


Heater Pt

Cape Cook

Solander Island

Clark Pt

Klaskish Inlet


Nordstrum Cr

Columbia Cove


South Spring I


9

9

9

99

9

9

9

9

99

9

99

99

9

ySide Bay

y

y

y


ArtlishRiver

FairHarbour



Side Bay


5

6

7

8-9AmaiInlet



9 9


The BC Marine Trail














BrooksKyuquot

Buy online and save


Squamish

Mistral

Chinook








Basalt $250 $305


Carbon $345 --

274207225270310


256



The BC Marine Trail













Rugged Pt9

9Yellow Bluff

Tatchu Pt

Jurrasic Pt


nootka






Espin

osa

Inlet

Muchalat Inlet

Tlupa

na In

letF


9 Lord Waterfall

9

9

99

9

9

Nuchatlitz Inlet


Barcester Bay

Callicum Cr

y

y

y

y

y

Benson PtBelmont Pt


is In

let


Louie Bay

Oldham Beach


Third Beach

Hesq

uiat P

enins

ula

Calvin Falls



Santiago Cr

Strange I

Strange I

Marvinas Bay


Cougar Cr


NOOTKA SOUND


Gold River

NOOTKA ISLAND

Yuquot

Tahsis

Zeballos

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

99

99

9

9

9

9

9

99

9

9

9

10

11

12

13

F F

acute

acute


The BC Marine Trail









nootka


2011







Sponsored by


C

M

Y

CM

MY

CY

CMY

K










20 years






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20 years


The BC Marine Trail











FHesquiat Trail

9

9



Hesquiat Harbour

Barcester Bay



13


Clayoquot Sound

Tofino Inlet

F

F

Wild Side Trail

Obstruction Island

Halfmoon Bay

Fee campground9


Shelter Inlet

Hesquiat Harbour

Herbert Inlet

Millar Channel

Grice Bay

Whitesand Cove

Big Tree Trail

Kirshaw Islets

Heelboom Bay


Bedw

ell So

und

Whaler Islets

Saranac Island

La Croix Group

Ahous Bay

Medallion Beach

Cow Bay

TOFINO

Lem

men

s Inl

et

Flores Island





Vargas I

Meares I

CatfaceRange

Hot SpringsCove

Ahousat

14

endy

y

Maurus Channel

9

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

F

Dick amp Jane Beach


Mate Islands9

Miltiersquos Beach

Robert Pt







- John Kimantas

The BC Marine Trail














1-888-545-5595

Need a new kayak

Or maybe a PFD





Clayoquot Sound






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CA





WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN



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new gear


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Delta 20T specs







(250) 381-4233



AND INSTRUCTION

Gett

ing Yo

u Out There

Since 1981

CLOT

HING

bull F

OOTW

EAR

bull O

UTDO

OR G

EAR

bull K

AYAK

S bull

CAN

OES

bull S

UP bull

INST

RUCT

ION

bull R

ENTA

LS bull

TOU

RSCLOTHING bull

FOOTWEAR bull




TOURS

























Starting Out








lt










work amp play


ww

wn

icb

cc

a

















The ancient ibis





Andrea Morrison


repair experience



Calgary


wwwpaddlealbertacom









lt




















21 3

1

2


Aiming off






lt




NEW

ph

oto

M S

criv

er

BOREALDESIGNCOM

THREE SIZES




3


wwwcoastandkayakcom












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment


The BC Marine Trail





The north island






9

99

9

9

99

99

9

99

9

acute

F

yPort Hardy

Godrsquos Pocket

Quatsino Sound

Quatsino Entrance


Nigei I




Songhees Cr

BeaverHarbour

HardyBay



Hope I

Ahwhichaolta Inlet

1

2

u


Quatsino bull

Rupert Arm

F


Holberg

Varney Bay




y

y

9

9

9

9

Shuttleworth Bight

Guise Bay

Lowrie Bay

San Josef Bay


Cape Palmerston

Raft Cove

Grant Bay

Ildstad Is

Coal Harbour

Port Alice

To Port Hardy


9 Cape Sutil

Cape Scott

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

99 9

9

9

9

Topknot Pt

Hunt Its

Gooding Cove


Route toSide Bay

Drake Iy

y

y

yy

y

3

4

5

Map legend







3

Goodnuff Beach

Goletas Channel


Bell Island

Harlequin Bay

acute

acute

acute


acute


The BC Marine Trail


























The north island


The BC Marine Trail






Step

han

Mei

nke

phot

o



BrooksKyuquot






Brooks Peninsula

Kyuquot Sound


Union I

Bunsby Islands


East Creek

99


Trail CrBritish Cr


Kwakiutl Pt


Heater Pt

Cape Cook

Solander Island

Clark Pt

Klaskish Inlet


Nordstrum Cr

Columbia Cove


South Spring I


9

9

9

99

9

9

9

9

99

9

99

99

9

ySide Bay

y

y

y


ArtlishRiver

FairHarbour



Side Bay


5

6

7

8-9AmaiInlet



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Inlet

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UTDO

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bull K

AYAK

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OES

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The north island


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o



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99


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Cape Cook

Solander Island

Clark Pt

Klaskish Inlet


Nordstrum Cr

Columbia Cove


South Spring I


9

9

9

99

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9

9

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6

7

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The BC Marine Trail














BrooksKyuquot

Buy online and save


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Basalt $250 $305


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274207225270310


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The BC Marine Trail













Rugged Pt9

9Yellow Bluff

Tatchu Pt

Jurrasic Pt


nootka






Espin

osa

Inlet

Muchalat Inlet

Tlupa

na In

letF


9 Lord Waterfall

9

9

99

9

9

Nuchatlitz Inlet


Barcester Bay

Callicum Cr

y

y

y

y

y

Benson PtBelmont Pt


is In

let


Louie Bay

Oldham Beach


Third Beach

Hesq

uiat P

enins

ula

Calvin Falls



Santiago Cr

Strange I

Strange I

Marvinas Bay


Cougar Cr


NOOTKA SOUND


Gold River

NOOTKA ISLAND

Yuquot

Tahsis

Zeballos

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

99

99

9

9

9

9

9

99

9

9

9

10

11

12

13

F F

acute

acute


The BC Marine Trail









nootka


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Sponsored by


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M

Y

CM

MY

CY

CMY

K










20 years






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9



Hesquiat Harbour

Barcester Bay



13


Clayoquot Sound

Tofino Inlet

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F

Wild Side Trail

Obstruction Island

Halfmoon Bay

Fee campground9


Shelter Inlet

Hesquiat Harbour

Herbert Inlet

Millar Channel

Grice Bay

Whitesand Cove

Big Tree Trail

Kirshaw Islets

Heelboom Bay


Bedw

ell So

und

Whaler Islets

Saranac Island

La Croix Group

Ahous Bay

Medallion Beach

Cow Bay

TOFINO

Lem

men

s Inl

et

Flores Island





Vargas I

Meares I

CatfaceRange

Hot SpringsCove

Ahousat

14

endy

y

Maurus Channel

9

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

F

Dick amp Jane Beach


Mate Islands9

Miltiersquos Beach

Robert Pt







- John Kimantas

The BC Marine Trail














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ing Yo

u Out There

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HING

bull F

OOTW

EAR

bull O

UTDO

OR G

EAR

bull K

AYAK

S bull

CAN

OES

bull S

UP bull

INST

RUCT

ION

bull R

ENTA

LS bull

TOU

RSCLOTHING bull

FOOTWEAR bull




TOURS

























Starting Out








lt










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wn

icb

cc

a

















The ancient ibis





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1

2


Aiming off






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oto

M S

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nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

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Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment


The BC Marine Trail






Step

han

Mei

nke

phot

o



BrooksKyuquot






Brooks Peninsula

Kyuquot Sound


Union I

Bunsby Islands


East Creek

99


Trail CrBritish Cr


Kwakiutl Pt


Heater Pt

Cape Cook

Solander Island

Clark Pt

Klaskish Inlet


Nordstrum Cr

Columbia Cove


South Spring I


9

9

9

99

9

9

9

9

99

9

99

99

9

ySide Bay

y

y

y


ArtlishRiver

FairHarbour



Side Bay


5

6

7

8-9AmaiInlet



9 9


The BC Marine Trail














BrooksKyuquot

Buy online and save


Squamish

Mistral

Chinook








Basalt $250 $305


Carbon $345 --

274207225270310


256



The BC Marine Trail













Rugged Pt9

9Yellow Bluff

Tatchu Pt

Jurrasic Pt


nootka






Espin

osa

Inlet

Muchalat Inlet

Tlupa

na In

letF


9 Lord Waterfall

9

9

99

9

9

Nuchatlitz Inlet


Barcester Bay

Callicum Cr

y

y

y

y

y

Benson PtBelmont Pt


is In

let


Louie Bay

Oldham Beach


Third Beach

Hesq

uiat P

enins

ula

Calvin Falls



Santiago Cr

Strange I

Strange I

Marvinas Bay


Cougar Cr


NOOTKA SOUND


Gold River

NOOTKA ISLAND

Yuquot

Tahsis

Zeballos

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

99

99

9

9

9

9

9

99

9

9

9

10

11

12

13

F F

acute

acute


The BC Marine Trail









nootka


2011







Sponsored by


C

M

Y

CM

MY

CY

CMY

K










20 years






RapidUp Sail











20 years


The BC Marine Trail











FHesquiat Trail

9

9



Hesquiat Harbour

Barcester Bay



13


Clayoquot Sound

Tofino Inlet

F

F

Wild Side Trail

Obstruction Island

Halfmoon Bay

Fee campground9


Shelter Inlet

Hesquiat Harbour

Herbert Inlet

Millar Channel

Grice Bay

Whitesand Cove

Big Tree Trail

Kirshaw Islets

Heelboom Bay


Bedw

ell So

und

Whaler Islets

Saranac Island

La Croix Group

Ahous Bay

Medallion Beach

Cow Bay

TOFINO

Lem

men

s Inl

et

Flores Island





Vargas I

Meares I

CatfaceRange

Hot SpringsCove

Ahousat

14

endy

y

Maurus Channel

9

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

F

Dick amp Jane Beach


Mate Islands9

Miltiersquos Beach

Robert Pt







- John Kimantas

The BC Marine Trail














1-888-545-5595

Need a new kayak

Or maybe a PFD





Clayoquot Sound






Kayak Transport Co










Kanoe People Ltd



CA





WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN



Odyssey Kayaking





















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Wild Coast

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Ventures



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Kayaks















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outrigger egrometer

canoe by














wwwcoastandkayakcom

Kayaks



Delta 20T specs







(250) 381-4233



AND INSTRUCTION

Gett

ing Yo

u Out There

Since 1981

CLOT

HING

bull F

OOTW

EAR

bull O

UTDO

OR G

EAR

bull K

AYAK

S bull

CAN

OES

bull S

UP bull

INST

RUCT

ION

bull R

ENTA

LS bull

TOU

RSCLOTHING bull

FOOTWEAR bull




TOURS

























Starting Out








lt










work amp play


ww

wn

icb

cc

a

















The ancient ibis





Andrea Morrison


repair experience



Calgary


wwwpaddlealbertacom









lt




















21 3

1

2


Aiming off






lt




NEW

ph

oto

M S

criv

er

BOREALDESIGNCOM

THREE SIZES




3


wwwcoastandkayakcom












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment


BrooksKyuquot






Brooks Peninsula

Kyuquot Sound


Union I

Bunsby Islands


East Creek

99


Trail CrBritish Cr


Kwakiutl Pt


Heater Pt

Cape Cook

Solander Island

Clark Pt

Klaskish Inlet


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Barcester Bay

Callicum Cr

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ula

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Santiago Cr

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Cougar Cr


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Yuquot

Tahsis

Zeballos

9

9

9

9

9 9

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11

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bull K

AYAK

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OES

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Clayoquot Sound

Tofino Inlet

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F

Wild Side Trail

Obstruction Island

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Shelter Inlet

Hesquiat Harbour

Herbert Inlet

Millar Channel

Grice Bay

Whitesand Cove

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Kirshaw Islets

Heelboom Bay


Bedw

ell So

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Whaler Islets

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La Croix Group

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Cow Bay

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men

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Flores Island





Vargas I

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14

endy

y

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9

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

F

Dick amp Jane Beach


Mate Islands9

Miltiersquos Beach

Robert Pt







- John Kimantas

The BC Marine Trail














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AND INSTRUCTION

Gett

ing Yo

u Out There

Since 1981

CLOT

HING

bull F

OOTW

EAR

bull O

UTDO

OR G

EAR

bull K

AYAK

S bull

CAN

OES

bull S

UP bull

INST

RUCT

ION

bull R

ENTA

LS bull

TOU

RSCLOTHING bull

FOOTWEAR bull




TOURS

























Starting Out








lt










work amp play


ww

wn

icb

cc

a

















The ancient ibis





Andrea Morrison


repair experience



Calgary


wwwpaddlealbertacom









lt




















21 3

1

2


Aiming off






lt




NEW

ph

oto

M S

criv

er

BOREALDESIGNCOM

THREE SIZES




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by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

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nootka


2011







Sponsored by


C

M

Y

CM

MY

CY

CMY

K










20 years






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The BC Marine Trail











FHesquiat Trail

9

9



Hesquiat Harbour

Barcester Bay



13


Clayoquot Sound

Tofino Inlet

F

F

Wild Side Trail

Obstruction Island

Halfmoon Bay

Fee campground9


Shelter Inlet

Hesquiat Harbour

Herbert Inlet

Millar Channel

Grice Bay

Whitesand Cove

Big Tree Trail

Kirshaw Islets

Heelboom Bay


Bedw

ell So

und

Whaler Islets

Saranac Island

La Croix Group

Ahous Bay

Medallion Beach

Cow Bay

TOFINO

Lem

men

s Inl

et

Flores Island





Vargas I

Meares I

CatfaceRange

Hot SpringsCove

Ahousat

14

endy

y

Maurus Channel

9

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

F

Dick amp Jane Beach


Mate Islands9

Miltiersquos Beach

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Fee campground9


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Millar Channel

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Whitesand Cove

Big Tree Trail

Kirshaw Islets

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9

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

F

Dick amp Jane Beach


Mate Islands9

Miltiersquos Beach

Robert Pt







- John Kimantas

The BC Marine Trail














1-888-545-5595

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Clayoquot Sound






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9



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Clayoquot Sound

Tofino Inlet

F

F

Wild Side Trail

Obstruction Island

Halfmoon Bay

Fee campground9


Shelter Inlet

Hesquiat Harbour

Herbert Inlet

Millar Channel

Grice Bay

Whitesand Cove

Big Tree Trail

Kirshaw Islets

Heelboom Bay


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La Croix Group

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Medallion Beach

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Ahousat

14

endy

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9

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

F

Dick amp Jane Beach


Mate Islands9

Miltiersquos Beach

Robert Pt







- John Kimantas

The BC Marine Trail














1-888-545-5595

Need a new kayak

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Clayoquot Sound






Kayak Transport Co










Kanoe People Ltd



CA





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AYAK

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nettle Recipes

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WCVIN









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Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















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u














HAIDA NATION

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The BC Marine Trail











FHesquiat Trail

9

9



Hesquiat Harbour

Barcester Bay



13


Clayoquot Sound

Tofino Inlet

F

F

Wild Side Trail

Obstruction Island

Halfmoon Bay

Fee campground9


Shelter Inlet

Hesquiat Harbour

Herbert Inlet

Millar Channel

Grice Bay

Whitesand Cove

Big Tree Trail

Kirshaw Islets

Heelboom Bay


Bedw

ell So

und

Whaler Islets

Saranac Island

La Croix Group

Ahous Bay

Medallion Beach

Cow Bay

TOFINO

Lem

men

s Inl

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Vargas I

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CatfaceRange

Hot SpringsCove

Ahousat

14

endy

y

Maurus Channel

9

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

F

Dick amp Jane Beach


Mate Islands9

Miltiersquos Beach

Robert Pt







- John Kimantas

The BC Marine Trail














1-888-545-5595

Need a new kayak

Or maybe a PFD





Clayoquot Sound






Kayak Transport Co










Kanoe People Ltd



CA





WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

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WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN



Odyssey Kayaking





















new gear


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Cascade Creek


Wild Coast

Maui Surf Co


new gear


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AND INSTRUCTION

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Since 1981

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HING

bull F

OOTW

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bull O

UTDO

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AYAK

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CAN

OES

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ION

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Calgary


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1

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by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






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Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment


Clayoquot Sound

Tofino Inlet

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F

Wild Side Trail

Obstruction Island

Halfmoon Bay

Fee campground9


Shelter Inlet

Hesquiat Harbour

Herbert Inlet

Millar Channel

Grice Bay

Whitesand Cove

Big Tree Trail

Kirshaw Islets

Heelboom Bay


Bedw

ell So

und

Whaler Islets

Saranac Island

La Croix Group

Ahous Bay

Medallion Beach

Cow Bay

TOFINO

Lem

men

s Inl

et

Flores Island





Vargas I

Meares I

CatfaceRange

Hot SpringsCove

Ahousat

14

endy

y

Maurus Channel

9

9

9

9

9

9 9

9

9

9

9

9

9

9

F

Dick amp Jane Beach


Mate Islands9

Miltiersquos Beach

Robert Pt







- John Kimantas

The BC Marine Trail














1-888-545-5595

Need a new kayak

Or maybe a PFD





Clayoquot Sound






Kayak Transport Co










Kanoe People Ltd



CA





WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN



Odyssey Kayaking





















new gear


-XCrystal





Cascade Creek


Wild Coast

Maui Surf Co


new gear


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Water

Ventures



NEW


Mexico

over 30 titles



TM






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outrigger egrometer

canoe by














wwwcoastandkayakcom

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Delta 20T specs







(250) 381-4233



AND INSTRUCTION

Gett

ing Yo

u Out There

Since 1981

CLOT

HING

bull F

OOTW

EAR

bull O

UTDO

OR G

EAR

bull K

AYAK

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CAN

OES

bull S

UP bull

INST

RUCT

ION

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ENTA

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RSCLOTHING bull

FOOTWEAR bull




TOURS

























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wn

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cc

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Andrea Morrison


repair experience



Calgary


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1

2


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lt




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oto

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criv

er

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THREE SIZES




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by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment







- John Kimantas

The BC Marine Trail














1-888-545-5595

Need a new kayak

Or maybe a PFD





Clayoquot Sound






Kayak Transport Co










Kanoe People Ltd



CA





WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN



Odyssey Kayaking





















new gear


-XCrystal





Cascade Creek


Wild Coast

Maui Surf Co


new gear


CoastRecreationMaps

Water

Ventures



NEW


Mexico

over 30 titles



TM






Kayaks















Kayaks

















outrigger egrometer

canoe by














wwwcoastandkayakcom

Kayaks



Delta 20T specs







(250) 381-4233



AND INSTRUCTION

Gett

ing Yo

u Out There

Since 1981

CLOT

HING

bull F

OOTW

EAR

bull O

UTDO

OR G

EAR

bull K

AYAK

S bull

CAN

OES

bull S

UP bull

INST

RUCT

ION

bull R

ENTA

LS bull

TOU

RSCLOTHING bull

FOOTWEAR bull




TOURS

























Starting Out








lt










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ww

wn

icb

cc

a

















The ancient ibis





Andrea Morrison


repair experience



Calgary


wwwpaddlealbertacom









lt




















21 3

1

2


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lt




NEW

ph

oto

M S

criv

er

BOREALDESIGNCOM

THREE SIZES




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wwwcoastandkayakcom












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment


1-888-545-5595

Need a new kayak

Or maybe a PFD





Clayoquot Sound






Kayak Transport Co










Kanoe People Ltd



CA





WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN



Odyssey Kayaking





















new gear


-XCrystal





Cascade Creek


Wild Coast

Maui Surf Co


new gear


CoastRecreationMaps

Water

Ventures



NEW


Mexico

over 30 titles



TM






Kayaks















Kayaks

















outrigger egrometer

canoe by














wwwcoastandkayakcom

Kayaks



Delta 20T specs







(250) 381-4233



AND INSTRUCTION

Gett

ing Yo

u Out There

Since 1981

CLOT

HING

bull F

OOTW

EAR

bull O

UTDO

OR G

EAR

bull K

AYAK

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CAN

OES

bull S

UP bull

INST

RUCT

ION

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ENTA

LS bull

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RSCLOTHING bull

FOOTWEAR bull




TOURS

























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ww

wn

icb

cc

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The ancient ibis





Andrea Morrison


repair experience



Calgary


wwwpaddlealbertacom









lt




















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1

2


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lt




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ph

oto

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criv

er

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wwwcoastandkayakcom












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment






Kayak Transport Co










Kanoe People Ltd



CA





WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN

WCVIN



Odyssey Kayaking





















new gear


-XCrystal





Cascade Creek


Wild Coast

Maui Surf Co


new gear


CoastRecreationMaps

Water

Ventures



NEW


Mexico

over 30 titles



TM






Kayaks















Kayaks

















outrigger egrometer

canoe by














wwwcoastandkayakcom

Kayaks



Delta 20T specs







(250) 381-4233



AND INSTRUCTION

Gett

ing Yo

u Out There

Since 1981

CLOT

HING

bull F

OOTW

EAR

bull O

UTDO

OR G

EAR

bull K

AYAK

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CAN

OES

bull S

UP bull

INST

RUCT

ION

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ENTA

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TOU

RSCLOTHING bull

FOOTWEAR bull




TOURS

























Starting Out








lt










work amp play


ww

wn

icb

cc

a

















The ancient ibis





Andrea Morrison


repair experience



Calgary


wwwpaddlealbertacom









lt




















21 3

1

2


Aiming off






lt




NEW

ph

oto

M S

criv

er

BOREALDESIGNCOM

THREE SIZES




3


wwwcoastandkayakcom












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment



















new gear


-XCrystal





Cascade Creek


Wild Coast

Maui Surf Co


new gear


CoastRecreationMaps

Water

Ventures



NEW


Mexico

over 30 titles



TM






Kayaks















Kayaks

















outrigger egrometer

canoe by














wwwcoastandkayakcom

Kayaks



Delta 20T specs







(250) 381-4233



AND INSTRUCTION

Gett

ing Yo

u Out There

Since 1981

CLOT

HING

bull F

OOTW

EAR

bull O

UTDO

OR G

EAR

bull K

AYAK

S bull

CAN

OES

bull S

UP bull

INST

RUCT

ION

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ENTA

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TOU

RSCLOTHING bull

FOOTWEAR bull




TOURS

























Starting Out








lt










work amp play


ww

wn

icb

cc

a

















The ancient ibis





Andrea Morrison


repair experience



Calgary


wwwpaddlealbertacom









lt




















21 3

1

2


Aiming off






lt




NEW

ph

oto

M S

criv

er

BOREALDESIGNCOM

THREE SIZES




3


wwwcoastandkayakcom












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment


new gear


-XCrystal





Cascade Creek


Wild Coast

Maui Surf Co


new gear


CoastRecreationMaps

Water

Ventures



NEW


Mexico

over 30 titles



TM






Kayaks















Kayaks

















outrigger egrometer

canoe by














wwwcoastandkayakcom

Kayaks



Delta 20T specs







(250) 381-4233



AND INSTRUCTION

Gett

ing Yo

u Out There

Since 1981

CLOT

HING

bull F

OOTW

EAR

bull O

UTDO

OR G

EAR

bull K

AYAK

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CAN

OES

bull S

UP bull

INST

RUCT

ION

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ENTA

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TOU

RSCLOTHING bull

FOOTWEAR bull




TOURS

























Starting Out








lt










work amp play


ww

wn

icb

cc

a

















The ancient ibis





Andrea Morrison


repair experience



Calgary


wwwpaddlealbertacom









lt




















21 3

1

2


Aiming off






lt




NEW

ph

oto

M S

criv

er

BOREALDESIGNCOM

THREE SIZES




3


wwwcoastandkayakcom












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment


new gear


CoastRecreationMaps

Water

Ventures



NEW


Mexico

over 30 titles



TM






Kayaks















Kayaks

















outrigger egrometer

canoe by














wwwcoastandkayakcom

Kayaks



Delta 20T specs







(250) 381-4233



AND INSTRUCTION

Gett

ing Yo

u Out There

Since 1981

CLOT

HING

bull F

OOTW

EAR

bull O

UTDO

OR G

EAR

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AYAK

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CAN

OES

bull S

UP bull

INST

RUCT

ION

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ENTA

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RSCLOTHING bull

FOOTWEAR bull




TOURS

























Starting Out








lt










work amp play


ww

wn

icb

cc

a

















The ancient ibis





Andrea Morrison


repair experience



Calgary


wwwpaddlealbertacom









lt




















21 3

1

2


Aiming off






lt




NEW

ph

oto

M S

criv

er

BOREALDESIGNCOM

THREE SIZES




3


wwwcoastandkayakcom












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment

Kayaks















Kayaks

















outrigger egrometer

canoe by














wwwcoastandkayakcom

Kayaks



Delta 20T specs







(250) 381-4233



AND INSTRUCTION

Gett

ing Yo

u Out There

Since 1981

CLOT

HING

bull F

OOTW

EAR

bull O

UTDO

OR G

EAR

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AYAK

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OES

bull S

UP bull

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RUCT

ION

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ENTA

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RSCLOTHING bull

FOOTWEAR bull




TOURS

























Starting Out








lt










work amp play


ww

wn

icb

cc

a

















The ancient ibis





Andrea Morrison


repair experience



Calgary


wwwpaddlealbertacom









lt




















21 3

1

2


Aiming off






lt




NEW

ph

oto

M S

criv

er

BOREALDESIGNCOM

THREE SIZES




3


wwwcoastandkayakcom












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment

Kayaks

















outrigger egrometer

canoe by














wwwcoastandkayakcom

Kayaks



Delta 20T specs







(250) 381-4233



AND INSTRUCTION

Gett

ing Yo

u Out There

Since 1981

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bull F

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AND INSTRUCTION

Gett

ing Yo

u Out There

Since 1981

CLOT

HING

bull F

OOTW

EAR

bull O

UTDO

OR G

EAR

bull K

AYAK

S bull

CAN

OES

bull S

UP bull

INST

RUCT

ION

bull R

ENTA

LS bull

TOU

RSCLOTHING bull

FOOTWEAR bull




TOURS

























Starting Out








lt










work amp play


ww

wn

icb

cc

a

















The ancient ibis





Andrea Morrison


repair experience



Calgary


wwwpaddlealbertacom









lt




















21 3

1

2


Aiming off






lt




NEW

ph

oto

M S

criv

er

BOREALDESIGNCOM

THREE SIZES




3


wwwcoastandkayakcom












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment




(250) 381-4233



AND INSTRUCTION

Gett

ing Yo

u Out There

Since 1981

CLOT

HING

bull F

OOTW

EAR

bull O

UTDO

OR G

EAR

bull K

AYAK

S bull

CAN

OES

bull S

UP bull

INST

RUCT

ION

bull R

ENTA

LS bull

TOU

RSCLOTHING bull

FOOTWEAR bull




TOURS

























Starting Out








lt










work amp play


ww

wn

icb

cc

a

















The ancient ibis





Andrea Morrison


repair experience



Calgary


wwwpaddlealbertacom









lt




















21 3

1

2


Aiming off






lt




NEW

ph

oto

M S

criv

er

BOREALDESIGNCOM

THREE SIZES




3


wwwcoastandkayakcom












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment























Starting Out








lt










work amp play


ww

wn

icb

cc

a

















The ancient ibis





Andrea Morrison


repair experience



Calgary


wwwpaddlealbertacom









lt




















21 3

1

2


Aiming off






lt




NEW

ph

oto

M S

criv

er

BOREALDESIGNCOM

THREE SIZES




3


wwwcoastandkayakcom












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment






lt










work amp play


ww

wn

icb

cc

a

















The ancient ibis





Andrea Morrison


repair experience



Calgary


wwwpaddlealbertacom









lt




















21 3

1

2


Aiming off






lt




NEW

ph

oto

M S

criv

er

BOREALDESIGNCOM

THREE SIZES




3


wwwcoastandkayakcom












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment














The ancient ibis





Andrea Morrison


repair experience



Calgary


wwwpaddlealbertacom









lt




















21 3

1

2


Aiming off






lt




NEW

ph

oto

M S

criv

er

BOREALDESIGNCOM

THREE SIZES




3


wwwcoastandkayakcom












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment


The ancient ibis





Andrea Morrison


repair experience



Calgary


wwwpaddlealbertacom









lt




















21 3

1

2


Aiming off






lt




NEW

ph

oto

M S

criv

er

BOREALDESIGNCOM

THREE SIZES




3


wwwcoastandkayakcom












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment


















21 3

1

2


Aiming off






lt




NEW

ph

oto

M S

criv

er

BOREALDESIGNCOM

THREE SIZES




3


wwwcoastandkayakcom












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment


Aiming off






lt




NEW

ph

oto

M S

criv

er

BOREALDESIGNCOM

THREE SIZES




3


wwwcoastandkayakcom












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment












by Hilary Masson












nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment








nettle Recipes

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment

Paddle Meals













nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment


nettle Recipes


WCVIN









Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment


Fishing Angles

Inflatable Kayaks






Harbour Chandler

52 Esplanade

Nanaimo BC V9R 4Y7

(250) 753-2425
















lt






Craig Kivi at work



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment



Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment


Vignettesu






















u














HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment













HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment












HAIDA NATION

UniqueEcircVraiment

Documents

Coast&Kayak / Wavelength Magazine Spring 2011