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Read more about the article Tired of Tenting? Try Kayak-Friendly Lodging Instead!
Kagoagh Resort and Fishing Lodge in Quatsino Sound

Tired of Tenting? Try Kayak-Friendly Lodging Instead!

  • Post author:Beth Haysom
  • Post published:March 16, 2026
  • Post category:Coastal Journeys/Trip Resources/Vancouver Island
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The Kayak Friendly Lodging web page is a resource for paddlers who want a shower and a bed at the end of a day of exploring by kayak.

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Read more about the article Even Our Best Plans Can Go Awry: 17 Days Paddling on Haida Gwaii‬‭

Even Our Best Plans Can Go Awry: 17 Days Paddling on Haida Gwaii‬‭

  • Post author:Karina Younk
  • Post published:March 19, 2025
  • Post category:Coastal Journeys/Education/Haida Gwaii/Trip Resources

This is not a recounting of a perfect trip, but rather a reminder that anything can happen when we set out to challenge the elements. Our trip was filled with…

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Read more about the article Tides, Triumphs, and Trials: A Kayaking Expedition on BC’s Central Coast from Bella Bella to Port Hardy

Tides, Triumphs, and Trials: A Kayaking Expedition on BC’s Central Coast from Bella Bella to Port Hardy

  • Post author:Lycette Clark
  • Post published:February 20, 2025
  • Post category:Central Coast/Coastal Journeys/Trail Reports

After extensive preparation, the group of four report back on their trip down the province's central coast.

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Read more about the article How to write a trip report

How to write a trip report

  • Post author:Susan Conrad
  • Post published:June 29, 2024
  • Post category:Coastal Journeys/Community/Education/Trip Resources
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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.

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Read more about the article First Woman to Solo SUP 160 km from Port Hardy to Winter Harbour: “Be Courageous!”

First Woman to Solo SUP 160 km from Port Hardy to Winter Harbour: “Be Courageous!”

  • Post author:Mary Wakefield
  • Post published:May 20, 2024
  • Post category:Coastal Journeys/Solo Paddling/Vancouver Island

My 60th birthday was already in the rear-view mirror, and 61 was just one month away. As a thalossophile, I was ready to embark on a dream of solo SUPing…

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Read more about the article BC’s Central Coast Kayaking Trip Report

BC’s Central Coast Kayaking Trip Report

  • Post author:Sheldon Spier
  • Post published:May 11, 2024
  • Post category:Central Coast/Coastal Journeys/Trail Reports

Kayaking trip report from Klemtu north to Sager Islands, the beautiful beaches of Campana Island and south to Dallas Island and returning to Klemtu.

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Read more about the article 10 Tips to Boost Mental Health with Sea Kayaking and Nordic Friluftsliv

10 Tips to Boost Mental Health with Sea Kayaking and Nordic Friluftsliv

  • Post author:Jerry Kaye
  • Post published:May 3, 2024
  • Post category:Coastal Journeys/Community/Conservation/Education/Trip Resources/Wildlife

'Friluftsliv' or "Open Air Life" in Copenhagen

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Read more about the article What Happened When Covid Came Kayaking
MV Uchuck III Ferry Route

What Happened When Covid Came Kayaking

  • Post author:Fred Pishalski
  • Post published:April 15, 2024
  • Post category:Coastal Journeys/Education/Trip Resources/Vancouver Island
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This turned out to be the kayak trip from hell. Inviting Covid along for the paddle—not a great idea!There were eight of us originally. One dropped out a couple of…

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Read more about the article Coastal Caretaking in the Broughton Archipelago

Coastal Caretaking in the Broughton Archipelago

  • Post author:Cris Lewis
  • Post published:February 18, 2024
  • Post category:Coastal Caretakers/Coastal Journeys/Community/Conservation/Education/Partners/Trip Resources/Vancouver Island/Wildlife

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…

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