2024 Ray Pillman Award – Fred Pishalski
Why do we give the Ray Pillman award? Ray Pillman may not be a household name to many of our members, but his contributions to Coastal Recreation in BC are…
Bathing With Bears
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.
Dangerous Crossings Part I: A Breathtakingly Stupid Paddling Decision and Lessons Learned
Even an experienced paddler can make a serious error in judgment, when factors conspire...
Kayaking the Mediterranean Coast of Spain, France and Croatia – Better than BC Marine Trails?
Europe: hot, crowded and expensive? Or a sea kayaking destination?
How to take the best photos — Martin Ryer
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…
Painting in the Field
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.
A New Era for BC’s Coast: Coastal Marine Strategy Released
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…
How to write a trip report
Do you have an experience to share? Susan Conrad shares 5 tips to write a trip report and share with others on the BC Marine Trails Coastal Cafe.