Coastal Caretaking in the Broughton Archipelago
I peered into the dense thicket of trees, getting my first look at the forest floor as I searched for suitable island campsites. Squinting against the bright sun shining through…
Trip planning information and other resources for those who want to explore the BC Coast.
Water Taxis: A Great Way to Access 10 New Kayaking (and Hiking) Adventures on the BC Coast
Do you dream of bold kayaking adventures that just don’t fit into a one-week or two-week vacation window? Consider a water taxi! In this article, we'll explore how water taxis…
A Holiday Gift Guide for Sea Kayakers
From books that spark wanderlust to trip planning tools, here are four great gift ideas for past, present, and potential sea kayakers. You can go beyond the obvious colourful new…
Julee paddling up Widgeon Creek
Favourite Day Paddle for Families
Relaxed Paddle up Widgeon Creek in Pitt MeadowsOur favourite day paddle in Metro Vancouver is near Pitt Meadows, from Grant Narrows Park up Widgeon Creek. Jerry, a long-standing BCMT director,…
Paul Grey in a kayaking adventure.
My first kayaking adventure: where do I begin?
This blogpost focuses on BC Marine Trails' resources to help you plan your first kayaking adventure. There are many situations to consider and decisions to be made before heading out…
Solo Kayaking BC’s Outer Central Coast
Originally published at https://huntingheadwinds.com/Solo KayakingI’ll take any opportunity to plug myself into a kayak and ramble up and down the BC coast. I’m seeing more and more but if I’ve learned…
Paddling within the Ahousaht Hahoulthee
Stewardship Fees and ConsiderationsThe Ahousaht Hahoulthee (territory) is a short paddle from Tofino. The Ahousaht territory has a rugged coastline and protected inlets providing an array of magical paddling through…
Reflections on Vargas Island Beach Cleanups, May 24-28
Do you want to join?Under the great leadership of our BC Marine Trails Stewardship Coordinator, Cameron Dalinghaus, a group of 11 BC Marine Trails volunteers and 5 Pacific Rim Surfrider…
Coon Bay in Dionisio Point Provincial Park at the north end of Galiano Island, BC.
Favourite Day-Paddle Memory
Chemainus to Galiano Island - Alone and Racing Against The Tide Over the years, I’ve enjoyed a lot of day paddles on Vancouver Island, but my favourite was an outing…