Coastal Journeys are a series of articles about trips along the BC coastline. The journeys may be about popular locations along the coastline, such as, the Broken Group Islands or Gulf Islands, where there is generally safer conditions for ocean paddling or journeys about an adventure on the Central Coast or Cape Scott on Vancouver Island
The Chatham and Discovery Islands, located just a kilometre across Baynes Channel from Oak Bay and even closer to Saanich’s Ten Mile Point, are a magical and cherished destination for kayakers. The islands are among the last remaining parts of the Songhees' homeland that remain largely unchanged since the early 1800s.
Education, preparation, and the guidance of an experienced companion make all the difference.
Any sea kayaker venturing along the wild BC coast has probably been vexed by two issues: how to bathe in the wilderness, and how to avoid bear problems. Here are a few tips and stories from our experiences with both.
Even an experienced paddler can make a serious error in judgment, when factors conspire...
Europe: hot, crowded and expensive? Or a sea kayaking destination?
Looking to improve your photography for your coastal adventures?Learn from nature photographer, kayaker, and BCMT board member Martin Ryer.In this recording of a session hosted over Zoom, hear from Martin…
When was the last time you made art, just for yourself? This lingering question inspired me to bring a sketchbook along on a kayak trip.
The BC Marine Trails is thrilled by the announcement of BC's first Coastal Marine Strategy. This landmark initiative represents the province's inaugural shared vision for protecting our coastline, striving to…
