Coastal Café: Most Recent Articles
Grab a coffee, relax and read an article about past trips and experiences on the BC Coast. To share your story and photos, send an email to articles@bcmarinetrails.org.
Solo Kayaking BC’s Outer Central Coast
Originally published at https://huntingheadwinds.com/ Solo Kayaking I’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 anything, it’d take lifetimes to see it all. Some ‘remote’ areas of BC have become quite popular and…...
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Port McNeill: The Forces of Nature Invictus Group
North Island Eagle Article (Originally published June 9, 2023) By Kathy O’Reilly The Port McNeill waterfront turned into an impromptu campsite for a group of kayakers on their way to Alaska. The group is on a 2,000-kilometre unsupported kayak expedition of the Inside Passage from Olympia in Washington State along
Discussion on First Nations Rights and Title from the Beach
Recently, we’ve heard some beach arguments or discussions about the loss of campsites related to First Nations’ land and title rights. There are arguments or discussions about the public’s right to access and use resources within parks or on crown land as Canadians, freely and without restraint. One argument we
Reflections on Gerald Island
Gerald Island For several years now, scores of super-dedicated BC Marine Trails volunteers have paddled across to Gerald Island for what we call “four days of fun.” Until these volunteers descended on the island with mattocks, pulaskis (fire axes), saws, and clippers in hand, bright green ivy was happily slithering
Paddling within the Ahousaht Hahoulthee
Stewardship Fees and Considerations The 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 its varied breathtaking landscapes. This awe-inspiring region is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, pristine waters, and abundant wildlife.
Thetis Island – A Gulf Islands Article
Thetis Island is situated in the centre of the southern Gulf Islands, between Gabriola and Salt Spring Islands Some interesting facts about Thetis Island The largest Arbutus tree in in BC resides on Thetis Island. Less than a 2 minute drive from the ferry and located 100 metres behind the…...
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