Solo Kayaking BC’s Outer Central Coast

Post author:Andrew Godfrey
Post published:October 20, 2023
Post category:Central Coast Coastal Journeys Solo Paddling Trip Resources

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…

Photo by Kathy O'Reilly

Port McNeill: The Forces of Nature Invictus Group

Post author:Paul Grey
Post published:October 18, 2023
Post category:Coastal Journeys North Coast Trail Reports Vancouver Island

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…

Discussion on First Nations Rights and Title from the Beach

Post author:Cameron Dalinghaus
Post published:October 1, 2023
Post category:Coastal Journeys

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…

Reflections on Gerald Island

Post author:Karina Younk
Post published:September 12, 2023
Post category:Coastal Journeys

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…

Paddling within the Ahousaht Hahoulthee

Post author:Cameron Dalinghaus
Post published:July 25, 2023
Post category:Coastal Journeys Trip Resources

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…

Paul exploring Thetis Island geology

Thetis Island – A Gulf Islands Article

Post author:Paul Grey
Post published:July 17, 2023
Post category:Coastal Journeys Gulf Islands Vancouver Island

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…

Reflections on Vargas Island Beach Cleanups, May 24-28

Post author:Karina Younk
Post published:May 31, 2023
Post category:Coastal Journeys News & Press Trip Resources

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…

Bain Creek Bridge

Post author:Paul Grey
Post published:May 23, 2023
Post category:Coastal Journeys

Bain Creek Smenmántm Ḵ’í ḵp’ikwBain Creek one of seven sites maintained by the Sea Kayak Association of BC (SKABC) can be found on the Sea to Sky Marine Trail in…

Kayaking the Discovery Islands

Post author:Paul Grey
Post published:May 17, 2023
Post category:Coastal Journeys

photo by Paul Grey; this incredible view is marred by the firepit - removed May 15, 2023Kayaking in the Southern Discovery IslandsThe Discovery Islands are extraordinarily beautiful. I’ve visited either…