Sea Kayak Association of BC
205 - 1330 Graveley St. V5L 3A2 Vancouver, BC, Canada

https://www.bcmarinetrails.org//54-bc-ferries-walk-on-padd

Exciting news: Women On Water events will also run Tuesday's, at Jericho Beach Kayak, starting July 7th! WOW is a popular weekly social paddle, that runs out ...of Deep Cove Kayak Centre, every Thursday. Due to popular demand, and requests from some of our lovely ladies, we're adding extra WOW nights, at Jericho Beach! This series runs all Summer, and sees women of all paddling abilities come together for a relaxed, semi-guided paddle. We have discounted rental rates, and the evening is lead by our experienced volunteers, keeping the group together Pre-booking is required: Check online for more details and to book: https://jerichobeachkayak.com/rentals/women-on-water/ We look forward to seeing you on Tuesdays!

Come kayaking! We will be opening for kayak rentals on May 25. All rentals will be by appointment only. Book now to secure your rental! https://jerichobeachkayak.com/rentals/kayak-rental/

Hello SKABC Members, As many are doing their part to flatten the curve your Executive Committee feels that we as paddlers must also be sure that we don't contribute to the problem. Recognizing that maintaining social distancing is critical, but that people are also being encouraged to be active in the outdoors, the executive has made several decisions about upcoming events. We have cancelled the April club meeting on April 6th and the Spring Fling on May 2nd. For those of ...you who were planning to attend the BC Marine Trails Spring Forum set for April 4th, please note that is also cancelled. We all understand that the current situation is fluid and that things can change rapidly, so for the moment we will continue to accept registrations for trips and training. These events will remain on the calendar for now but will be cancelled if and when it becomes clear that they will not be able to proceed as planned. The timing of such cancellations will depend on, among other things, the amount of planning and advance notice required for a particular event and updates on the current situation. For some of our upcoming events, it should be possible to maintain social distancing if people commit to being careful and to taking a few simple measures such as traveling in separate vehicles, keeping an appropriate distance from each other when launching and landing or during breaks, not sharing food, etc. So, if leaders and participants are willing, events such as day paddles might go ahead as scheduled even under the current restrictions. (This, of course, will change if "shelter in place" restrictions are imposed.) Other events, such as courses and multi-day trips, where social distancing will be more difficult, are much more likely to be cancelled. Notwithstanding the club’s refund policy, full refunds will be issued to participants for cancelled training as well as to participants who choose to withdraw from training voluntarily. We have to support each other and grant each other grace as circumstances continue to unfold. Please feel free to reach out to us if you have any questions about how certain events will be handled. You can reach out to the Trips coordinators for trips, to the Training Officer or Course Coordinators for training, or any one of us listed under Contact under the About SKABC tab. If anyone attends paddles and/or training and is later diagnosed with the virus, we request that you reach out to your fellow participants and let them know. It’s the right thing to do. Be well everyone! Your SKABC Executive

The April Club Meeting is cancelled in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Further details will be posted when available. www.skabc.org #SKABC #Kayak

New trips for 2020 have been posted and some registrations are now open. Conservation/Stewardship. We have met our minimum requirement but don't let that stop you. Ask anyone who’s gone: many hands make light work. Registration opens shortly for Belcarra in April. English Bay Mar 22 with Philip Kubik. A perennial favourite.... Spring Fling May 2. Trip Leaders: we will be sorting out which routes will be offered this year shortly. If you have a favourite that you want to take let the Trips Team know. Crabbing in White Rock, Desolation Sound, Go With the Flow. All posted in June. Check it out! #SKABC #Kayak #Canada #Paddle www.skabc.org

SKABC will be returning to the stunning Widgeon Creek site to continue our conservation and clean up work. The goals of the trip are to assess and re-stake the willow and dogwood cuttings we planted in the fall; bring small garbage to the water’s edge; and clear invasive plants from around larger garbage piles in preparation for hauling. 11am to 2pm with a break for lunch Sign up at skabc.org

See you Monday! MARCH CLUB MEETING When: March 2, 2020 from 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM... Guest speaker and SKABC member Brian Pegg from Kwantlen Polytechnic University will take the club on a tour of different types of archaeological sites that may be found in the intertidal zone of our ancient sea coast, including 13,000 year old footprints, intact baskets, clam gardens, and fish traps. He will talk about conservation and low-impact use of this important zone, as well as the relationships between modern indigenous people and the sites left by their ancestors. Doors open at 7pm, meeting starts at 7:30. Light refreshments served members please bring your own mug. Public welcome! 1950 Windermere Street, Vancouver, BC

MARCH CLUB MEETING When: March 2, 2020 from 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM Guest speaker and SKABC member Brian Pegg from Kwantlen Polytechnic University will take the club on a tour of different types of archaeological sites that may be found in the intertidal zone of our ancient sea coast, including 13,000 year old footprints, intact baskets, clam gardens, and fish traps. He will talk about conservation and low-impact use of this important zone, as well as the relationships between mode...rn indigenous people and the sites left by their ancestors. Doors open at 7pm, meeting starts at 7:30. Light refreshments served members please bring your own mug. Public welcome! 1950 Windermere Street, Vancouver, BC

February Club Meeting: Bowron Paddle Round by Thom Harvey Kline. Feb 3, 2020 7:30-9:00pm 1950 Windermere St, Vancouver... Come and see what Thom, Graham Lorimer, Bob Salo and Sue Johnson experienced over their 7 day adventure in Bowron Paddle Round. skabc.org

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