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Welcome
Message from Our
President
How to Sign Up for a Trip
COVID-19 Safe Practices
Trip Classification System
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CALENDAR Clinics and Skills
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2021
Paddle Canada Training
Calendar HistoryPACIFIC INTERNATIONAL KAYAK ASSOCIATION
2021 TRIPS and TRAINING CALENDAR
WELCOME
Welcome to the 2021 PIKA trips and training calendar, your guide to paddling happiness.
PIKA’s volunteer trip facilitators spend a lot of time researching and creating this calendar for paddling
throughout the year. It includes trips, clinics and practices that appeal to every skill level. Facilitators
may limit the number of participants on their trips so sign up early and often!
Please note that there are no “drop in” trips. You MUST contact the facilitator to sign up, at least 2 days
before the day of the trip and earlier for weekend or full week trips. Trip launch sites can be changed,
group size may be limited, trips may be cancelled or rescheduled and if you haven’t spoken to the
facilitator, you may find yourself on the beach alone. In addition, a float plan must be filed by the
facilitator and your emergency contact information is required. Please make sure you get a confirmation
back from the facilitator.
Consult the PIKA trip classification system on page 4 to determine if a trip may be suitable for you.
Discuss your skills with the facilitator if necessary.
MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT
Hello everyone and welcome to our 2021 trip calendar. We are going forward with a positive attitude and
a full trip calendar. If we end up having to cancel a few paddles because of COVID-19, that would be
much better than not preparing a calendar at all, and missing so many wonderful opportunities – we will
be ready for the world when the world is ready for us. We were able to do 31 PIKA paddles in 2020. This
happened only because we had them in our calendar in the first place.
PIKA members are required to practice solo and assisted re-entries every year to be eligible to join
PIKA trips. Prior to COVID-19, we organized practice sessions in indoor pools during the winter. This
year, however, there will be no pool sessions. Instead, we have scheduled 7 outdoor practice sessions
during the spring to allow members to practice their solo and assisted re-entries before the May 31
deadline. At these sessions, PIKA volunteer instructors demonstrate the re-entry techniques including
proper distancing procedures and then you practice them!
Plan to attend 1 of these sessions: March 14, April 11, April 24, May 2, May 8, May 20, May 30.
HOW TO SIGN UP FOR A TRIP
When you select a trip to sign up for, ensure that your skills meet the paddle’s PIKA classification. The
facilitator may not allow you on the trip if they feel that you don’t meet that classification.
To sign up for a trip, contact the facilitator by email at least 2 days before the trip (or by the date
specified in the trip description) and provide the following information:
Your name
Number of years of paddling experience and your Paddle Canada or equivalent skill level
Name of manufacturer of your kayak and its colour
Medical issues that the facilitator needs to be aware of
Your cell phone number
Emergency contact phone number
Your vehicle’s manufacturer, model, colour and license plate number
Your MMSI number if you are bringing a VHF radio
The facilitator will send you detailed information about the trip and a waiver form which you must
complete and return before the trip.
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COVID-19 SAFE PRACTICES
When you head out for a paddle, here are our recommended COVID-19 safe practices:
Don't paddle alone...paddling in groups of 3 or 4 is best. No more than 6
No car pooling unless you live together
Don't touch each other's gear and don't help undo each other's kayaks
Be careful when assisting another kayaker with their kayak, unloading, carrying, loading
Use hand sanitizer after helping to carry/load/unload someone's boat
Make sure the foot pedals/rests/rudder controls are set for the length of your legs before starting
the paddle. No one can help you adjust them on the water while remaining COVID-19 safe.
Carry hand sanitizer and Lysol wipes (a few wipes in a Ziploc will fit in your PFD pocket
Carry a couple masks in a Ziploc in your PFD as well...emergency only...one for you and one for
the unexpected swimmer who needs an assisted re-entry and you haven't got a safe distance
method under your belt yet. All paddlers need to be able to self re-enter, but stuff happens!!! For
those of you who wear those circular "buffs" around your neck, they pull up easily to double as a
mask.
Remember to stay 2 metres apart, including when you stop for lunch
Don't go out in rough water...we don't want you to have to do an assisted re-entry, or need to
involve search and rescue
Be confident in your self re-entry so that an assisted is not necessary
Don't forget all your usual safety equipment and dress for the water...it is still cold
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TRIP CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM
PIKA applies the classification system described below in its trip calendar to indicate the expected
skills/degree of difficulty (1-4) and distance involved and physical effort necessary (A-D) for a PIKA trip.
A trip classification is set by the most difficult and most strenuous part of the trip. It does not take into
account changes in sea conditions or weather which may change trip classification unexpectedly.
For the required equipment for a trip, see the PIKA Paddler Guidelines on the PIKA website.
A–Not B–Moderately C–Strenuous D–Very
Strenuous Strenuous Strenuous
Less that 3 3 to 5 hours 5 to 6 hours More than 6
TRIP CLASSIFICATION hours per day per day per day hours per day
Less than 6 nmi 6 to 10 nmi 10 to 15 nmi More than 15 nmi
Sheltered spots Some sheltered Infrequent Few or no
spots sheltered spots sheltered spots
1–Easy
Minimal paddling skills
1A 1B 1C 1D
Assisted re-entry skills
Protected inland waters
Moderate wind effects
Weak to moderate current
Easy to moderate landings
2–Moderate
Basic paddling, able to brace
Self/assisted re-entry skills
Sheltered/partly-sheltered
coastal waters
Moderate wind effects
2A 2B 2C 2D
Weak to moderate current
Easy to moderate landings
3–Difficult
Good paddling, sea skills
Self/assisted re-entry skills
Open coast, exposed water,
crossings and swells.
Moderate to strong wind effects
3A 3B 3C 3D
Moderate to strong current
Surf and difficult landings
4–Very Difficult
Advanced paddling and sea skills
Self/assisted re-entry and
rolling skills
4A 4B 4C 4D
Strong individual paddler
Long open crossings
Exposed coast
Turbulent water, chop
Strong wind effects, large swells
Strong current
Surf and difficult landings
YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY ON ALL TRIPS. Make sure you have the skill
level, the physical strength and endurance and the right equipment. Do not go out in conditions that you
are uncomfortable with. Kayaking conditions are variable and contain unpredictable elements that make
any attempt to grade inexact.
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FEBRUARY
Saturday 3C Westham Island Facilitator: Sonny Zlotnik
February 15 nmi zlotnik_sonny@hotmail.com
6 Launch: Elliot St Wharf, Ladner. On the water: 8:30am.
Will be from 12 to 15 miles with a moderate pace. Up to a 6 hours paddle.
Bring a snack and a drink. Maybe we will see a bird. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Maximum 6 paddlers. Sign up by February 4.
Sunday 2D Ladner to Alex Fraser Facilitator: Sonny Zlotnik
Bridge
February 20 nmi zlotnik_sonny@hotmail.com
7 Launch: Elliot St Wharf, Ladner. On the water: 9:00am.
Will be 20 miles. A 6 hours paddle.
Bring a snack and a drink. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Maximum 6 paddlers. Sign up by February 5.
Saturday 3C Pitt Lake Facilitator: Sonny Zlotnik
Osprey Campsite
February zlotnik_sonny@hotmail.com
13 Launch: Grant Narrows. On the water: 8:00am.
2.5 hours to Osprey campsite. Lunch at campsite. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Leave campsite at 11:30am to be back at Grant Narrows by 2:30pm.
Maximum 6 paddlers. Sign up by February 10.
Monday 1A-1B Elgin Park Facilitator: Sonny Zlotnik
6 nmi
February zlotnik_sonny@hotmail.com
15 Launch: Elgin Heritage Park in Surrey. On the water: 8:00am.
Paddle to Blackie Spit for snack. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Maximum 6 paddlers. Sign up by February 12.
Sunday 3D Alouette Lake Facilitator: Sonny Zlotnik
To the End
February zlotnik_sonny@hotmail.com
21 Launch: Alouette Lake boat launch. On the water: 9:00am.
Paddle to the end of the lake. Bring lunch and a drink. We will be back at the boat
launch around 4:00pm. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Maximum 6 paddlers. Sign up by February 18.
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FEBRUARY
Monday Trip Facilitator Training Facilitator: Pat Jones
February 1roughcutdiamond@gmail.com
22
This training is COVID-19 specific and should only be about an hour. Training for
new facilitators will happen before February 22 and will be set up in consultation
with those involved. It will be somewhat longer in duration.
This facilitator training takes place on Monday February 22 starting at 7:00pm.
The training will be held as a Zoom meeting.
Wednesday 1B Hayward Lake Facilitator: Karen & Stan Matier
February smatier@shaw.ca
24 Launch: at the beach next to the boat ramp. On the water: 10:30am.
There is a nice public washroom at the launch site with heated changing areas with
a bench that you can use to get into your wetsuit or drysuit, which is required. We
will go for a nice casual paddle around the lake checking out the shore and
paddling thru the stumps. Plan is to have lunch at the beach near the Ruskin Dam
(there is a proper outhouse at this spot). So bring your snacks, lunch, water and
hand sanitizer. Allow 3-4 hours for this trip.
Sign up by February 20.
Wednesday PIKA Monthly Meeting
February
24
Zoom, 7:00pm. Special vote on changes to By-Laws.
Presentation on paddling the Central Coast by Patricia Jones.
Saturday 3C Sea Island Facilitator: John Drent
13 nmi Circumnavigation
February jtrdrent@telus.net
27 Launch: McDonald Park. On the water: 9:00am.
For those paddlers who really need to explore every shoreline along the Fraser
estuary, this is your chance. High tides mean we don’t have to go too far out to
sea. There will be a short portage across the neck of the north arm jetty. Wetsuit
or drysuit required.
Sign up by February 24
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MARCH
Wednesday 1B DeBoville Slough Facilitator: Cathy Cook
March paddlinggma@gmail.com
3 Launch: Alouette River at Harris Road. On the water: contact facilitator.
DeBoville Slough is a hidden gem off Pitt River just south of Minnekhada Regional
Park. Ducks, geese, eagles, osprey, swans and turtles are often sighted on this
trip. With the right water levels, you can go through huge culverts below the
development in Coquitlam.
Launch onto the Alouette River at Harris Road, paddle across the Pitt River and up
the DeBoville Slough. Lunch on Goose Bar before circumnavigating the Bar and
returning back to our launch point. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Sign up by February 28
Saturday 1A-1B Sasamat Lake Facilitator: Sonny Zlotnik
March zlotnik_sonny@hotmail.com
6 Launch: White Pine Beach. On the water: 9:00am.
Paddle around the lake, likely more than 1 lap. It is a small lake. If people need
their rescues it could be done after paddle. Done by 11:00am. Wetsuit or drysuit
required.
Maximum 6 paddlers. Sign up by March 3.
Sunday 2B Indian Arm to Buntzen Facilitator: John Bakker
10 nmi Power Station
March jbakker042@gmail.com
7 Launch: Deep Cove On the water: 10:00am
Paddle up the west side of Indian Arm to Thwaytes Landing for lunch. Cross over
to the Buntzen power station and then follow the shoreline to Twin Islands for a
break. From Twin Islands we will paddle across to Raccoon Island, before crossing
back to the west side of Indian Arm to return to Deep Cove. Total length 10
nautical miles. Expected return 4pm. Wetsuit or drysuit required. Lunch and
suitable liquid refreshment are to be brought along.
Sign up by March 4
Wednesday PIKA Annual General Meeting
March
10
Zoom, 7:00pm
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MARCH
Sunday 2A Greenland Paddle Skills Facilitator: Mike Gilbert
Sasamat Lake
March mgilbert1600@gmail.com
14 Launch: White Pine Beach, Sasamat Lake. On the water: 9:00am
3 hours will be spent on paddling skills using Greenland paddles on the lake. Park
in Parking Lot “F”. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
This is a Paddle Canada clinic. Participants must sign Paddle Canada waivers and
pay a $5.00 fee.
Sign up by March 11.
Sunday 2A Wet Exits, Rescues and Facilitator: Mike Gilbert
Re-entry Skills
March mgilbert1600@gmail.com
Sasamat Lake
14 Launch: White Pine Beach, Sasamat Lake. On the water: 1:00pm
3 hours will be spent going over and practicing wet exits, rescues and re-entries.
Basic techniques as well as COVID-19 options will be gone over.
Park in Parking Lot “F”. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
This is a Paddle Canada clinic. Participants must sign Paddle Canada waivers and
pay a $5.00 fee.
Sign up by March 11.
Sunday 2A Hayward Lake Facilitator: Karen Jensen
March karen.jensen@hotmail.ca
21 Launch: Beach beside the boat ramp. On the water: 10:30am.
Circumnavigation around the lake with lots of opportunity to practice turns around
the tree stumps. There is some light current from the outflow of Stave Dam which
might offer some fun rolling practice for those interested at the end. Wetsuit or
drysuit required. Bring lunch, water, face mask and hand sanitizer.
Maximum 6 paddlers. Sign up by March 15.
Sunday 2C English Bay Facilitator: Philip Kubik
Circumnavigation
March 11 nmi philroku@gmail.com
28 Launch: Jericho or Locarno. On the water: 10:00am.
Circumnavigation of English Bay and False Creek. Launch from either Jericho or
Locarno, depending on COVID-19 regulations at the time. On the water at
10:00am. Wetsuit or drysuit required. Bring water and lunch.
Sign up by March 25.
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APRIL
Saturday 1A-1B Hayward Lake Facilitator: Sonny Zlotnik
April zlotnik_sonny@hotmail.com
3 Launch: Beach beside the boat ramp. On the water: 9:30am.
Paddle around the lake. 3 hours paddle. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Maximum 6 paddlers. Sign up by March 31.
Wednesday 1B Cultus Lake Facilitator: Stan and Karen Matier
April smatier@shaw.ca
7 Launch: Jade Bay Boat Launch. On the water: 10:00am.
The plan is to circumnavigate Cultus Lake at a nice leisurely pace along the shore
so we can check out the sights. (3-4 hours including lunch). Please bring snacks,
lunch, water and hand sanitizer. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Sign up by April 3.
Friday 2C Alouette Lake Facilitator: Karen Jensen
April 16nmi karen.jensen@hotmail.ca
9 Launch: at the boat ramp. On the water: 9:00am.
Paddle down to the Narrows for lunch and possibly some play time in Gold Creek.
Wetsuit or drysuit required. Bring lunch, water, face mask and hand sanitizer.
Maximum 4 paddlers. Sign up by April 2.
Saturday 1A Towing Clinic Facilitator: Doug Childress
Sasamat Lake
April doug_childress@hotmail.com
10 On the beach: 10:00am.
Recommended towing gear: a quick release dynamic tow line. Bring your current
tow line if you don’t possess a dynamic tow line
Duration 6 hours. Discuss different towing options then put them to practice. Solo
and group towing scenarios. How to handle fatigue, injury, illness to ensure the
safety of the paddler and the group. Efficient group tow without loss to the towing
integrity. Wetsuit or drysuit required. Participants must pay a $5.00 fee.
Sign up by April 7.
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APRIL
Sunday 1A Basic Strokes Skills Facilitator: Mike Gilbert
Jericho Beach
April mgilbert1600@gmail.com
11 Launch: Jericho Beach. On the water: 9:00am
3 hours will be spent on some of the basic strokes and techniques including
forward stroke, stopping, reverse stroke, forward sweep stroke, reverse sweep
stroke, 360° pivots and draw strokes.
Park at Jericho Beach behind the Sailing Club and to the far east end of parking lot
by Jericho Beach Kayak Centre. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
This is a Paddle Canada clinic. Participants must sign Paddle Canada waivers and
pay a $5.00 fee.
Sign up by April 8.
Sunday 1A Wet Exits, Rescues and Facilitator: Mike Gilbert
Re-Entry Skills
April mgilbert1600@gmail.com
Jericho Beach
11 Launch: Jericho Beach. On the water: 1:00pm
3 hours will be spent on going over and practicing wet exits, rescues and re-
entries. Basic techniques as well as COVID-19 options will be gone over.
Park at Jericho Beach behind the Sailing Club and to the far east end of parking lot
by Jericho Beach Kayak Centre. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
This is a Paddle Canada clinic. Participants must sign Paddle Canada waivers and
pay a $5.00 fee.
Sign up by April 8.
Wednesday PIKA Monthly Meeting
April
14
Zoom, 7:00pm
Saturday PIKA All Trainers Facilitator: John Drent
Re-entry and Rescue Clinic
April jtrdrent@telus.net
Blackie Spit
17 Launch: Blackie Spit. On the water: 9:00am.
Trainers Symposium. This clinic is for the instructors who will be at the PIKA re-
entry and rescue clinics. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Sign up by April 14.
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Sunday 3D Chilliwack to Facilitator: Sonny Zlotnik
30 nmi Fort Langley
April zlotnik_sonny@hotmail.com
18 Here is a rough idea. Meet at Brae Island at 7:00 am, leave cars behind and drive
to Island 22 in Chilliwack.
Launch at 9:00 am. Arrive at Brae island by 3:00 pm. Drive back to Island 22 to
retrieve cars. The distance is about 30 miles and takes 6 hours to run. You will
need to bring a lunch and a snack.
I don't think this trip will run because of COVID-19 but sign up anyway. The car
shuttles make it hard to do during COVID-19. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Maximum 6 paddlers. Sign up by April 15.
Saturday PIKA Re-entry and Rescue Clinic Facilitator: John Drent
Sasamat Lake
April jtrdrent@telus.net
24 Launch: Sasamat Lake. On the beach: 9:30am
Sasamat lake has a gentle sloping sandy bottom and is a bit warmer than most
other lakes. There is a paved walkway from parking lot “F” to the beach, but
wheels are helpful. Public bathrooms are close by.
PIKA instructors will demonstrate and instruct re-entry techniques including
distancing procedures. Plan on a few hours for the practice. Please sign up early so
we can prepare for this. Wetsuit or drysuit required. Participants must pay a $5.00
fee.
Sign up by April 18.
Saturday Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Level-1 Skills – Day 1
April
24
Day 1 of a 2-day Paddle Canada certified course that includes navigation and route
planning, weather, tides, currents etc. as well as paddling in rougher water.
For more information and to register your interest in this course, please contact
our Safety and Training Coordinator: safety@pikakayak.com
Day 2 of this course is on May 1.
Sunday 2B Belcarra Park to Facilitator: John Bakker
Twin Islands
April 12 nmi jbakker042@gmail.com
25 Launch: Belcarra Park. On the water: 10:00am.
This is an extended paddle in Indian Arm with a mix of decent-length crossings
and a chance to poke around the cliffs and rocks. Our goal is to have lunch on the
beach on Twin Islands and have an extended stop of 90 minutes. The intention is
to give the option to go snorkeling or just to enjoy the day. Return time 4pm.
Wetsuit or drysuit required. Bring a lunch and adequate water.
Sign up by April 22.
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Friday 2A Ladner Sunset Facilitator: Brenda Viala
April brenda.bjboo@gmail.com
30 Launch: Sharkey’s, 4953 Chisholm Street in Ladner. On the water: 7:00pm.
Enjoy a beautiful Ladner Marsh paddle (rain or shine). Sunset 8:28pm
Stop at this launch location to drop off your gear and park your vehicle in the large
parking lot across the street.
Mandatory gear: wetsuit or drysuit and DECK LIGHTS.
Sign up by April 28.
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MAY
Saturday Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Level-1 Skills – Day 2
May
1
Day 2 of a 2-day Paddle Canada certified course that includes navigation and route
planning, weather, tides, currents etc. as well as paddling in rougher water.
For more information and to register your interest in this course, please contact
our Safety and Training Coordinator: safety@pikakayak.com
Day 1 of this course is on April 24.
Sunday PIKA Re-entry and Rescue Clinic Contact: John Drent
Blackie Spit
May jtrdrent@telus.net
2 Launch: Blackie Spit. On the water: 9:00am
For paddlers south of the Fraser, Blackie Spit with its gentle sloping sandy bottom
is good practice site. Parking and bathrooms are close by.
PIKA instructors will demonstrate and instruct re-entry techniques including
distancing procedures. Plan on a few hours for the practice. Please sign up early so
we can prepare for this. Wetsuit or drysuit required. Participants must pay a $5.00
fee.
Sign up by April 25.
Friday 2D Alouette Lake Facilitator: Karen Jensen
20nmi
May karen.jensen@hotmail.ca
7 Launch: at the boat ramp. On the water: 9:00am.
Paddle the length of Alouette Lake and back. Wetsuit or drysuit required. Bring
lunch, water, face mask and hand sanitizer.
Maximum 3 paddlers. Sign up by April 29.
Saturday PIKA Re-entry and Rescue Clinic Contact: John Drent
Rolley Lake
May jtrdrent@telus.net
8 Launch: Rolley Lake. On the water: 10:00am
For you folks up the valley, Rolley Lake is a shallow reasonably warm lake with a
sandy bottom. Parking and bathrooms are close to the beach.
PIKA instructors will demonstrate and instruct re-entry techniques including
distancing procedures. Plan on a few hours for the practice. Please sign up early so
we can prepare for this. Wetsuit or drysuit required. Participants must pay a $5.00
fee.
Sign up by April 25.
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MAY
Saturday 1A Wigeon Slough Facilitator: Martin Desbois
May mtydes@hotmail.com
8 Launch: Grant Narrows. On the water: 10:00am.
Paddle the tranquil waters to the campsite. If you wish to hike to the falls bring
your hiking shoes and layered clothing. Bring a lunch. The paddle time is
approximately 45 minutes each way. The hike takes about 2 hours. Wetsuit or
drysuit required.
Sign up by May 6.
Wednesday PIKA Monthly Meeting
May
12
Zoom, 7:00pm
Saturday 2A Stroke, Rescue and Facilitator: Doug Childress
Situational Clinic
May doug_childress@hotmail.com
Whytecliff
15 Launch: Whytecliff Park. On the water: 10:00am. 6 hours duration
Advanced re-entry skills, stroke and situations you could encounter during group
paddles, where efficient and speedy action is required.
We will paddle a relatively short distance while practicing as we paddle.
Expect to get wet; Wetsuit or drysuit required. Bring wheels. Lunch and a hot
beverage are recommended. Participants must pay a $5.00 fee.
Arrive early as parking is limited. Sign up by May 12.
Saturday Paddle Canada Essential Kayak Skills
May
15
This course is the primary starting point of the Paddle Canada Sea Kayak skills
progression.
For more information and to register for this course, please contact our Safety and
Training Coordinator: safety@pikakayak.com.
Sunday 1A Bunzten Lake Facilitator: Anthea
May ab11@shaw.ca
16 Launch: Buntzen Lake boat launch. On the water: 10:00am.
This easy paddle around Buntzen Lake will be about 3hr. There is a beach at the
far end, with picnic tables and outhouses, where we can have lunch. The launch
site is busy, as is the parking, so please come early to this popular spot. Wetsuit
or drysuit required.
Sign up by May 13.
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Thursday 1A Wet Exits, Rescues and Facilitator: Mike Gilbert
Re-Entry Skills
May mgilbert1600@gmail.com
Jericho Beach
20 CANCELLED
Saturday 2B Sturgeon Banks Contact: John Drent
May 9.2 nmi jtrdrent@telus.net
22 Launch: Gary Point. On the water: 10:30am.
Ever wondered what lay beyond Steveston? Explore the Steveston foreshore. I
know, you can bike the west dyke, but this will be more fun. Wetsuit or drysuit
required.
Sign up by May 20.
Sunday 1A Hayward Lake Facilitator: Teri-Lee Binnie
May tbinnie@shaw.ca
30 Launch: beach beside boat launch. On the water: 10:00am.
Fun paddle on a lake with no boat traffic. Approximately 2 1/2 hours.
circumnavigation. Perfect for beginners or any paddlers who want to practice
turning around submerged logs. Ample parking, clean washrooms, convenient boat
launch. Pack a lunch. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Sign up by May 27.
Sunday PIKA Re-entry and Rescue Clinic Contact: John Drent
Sasamat Lake
May jtrdrent@telus.net
30 Launch: Sasamat Lake. On the water: 9:00am
PIKA instructors will demonstrate and instruct re-entry techniques including
distancing procedures. Plan on a few hours for the practice. Wetsuit or drysuit
required.
Sign up by May 23.
Sunday PIKA Directional Control Strokes Contact: John Drent
Clinic - Sasamat Lake
May jtrdrent@telus.net
30 Launch: Sasamat Lake. On the water: 12:30pm
Learn how to make your kayak go where you want when you want, by using
directional strokes. We will cover different turning and steering strokes, and the
low brace. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Sign up by May 23.
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JUNE
Wednesday 3C Alouette Lake Facilitator: Pat Jones
June 1roughcutdiamond@gmail.com
2 Launch: day beach, could change to boat ramp. On the water: 10:00am.
Bring water/lunch, perhaps a swim suit under your clothes, time permitting! We
will paddle to the end of the lake and back. This will be a long day of paddling!!!!
Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Maximum 6 paddlers. Sign up by May 30.
Friday to 2B Deep Cove Facilitator: Martin Desbois
Sunday to Granite Falls
mtydes@hotmail.com
June
4-6 Launch: Deep Cove. On the water: 9:30am.
Friday paddle will be 10nm along west shoreline of Indian Arm by Thwaytes
Landing, Silver Falls, Bergs and Croker Island to campsite at Granite Falls. Return
trip on Sunday will be along east shoreline by Helga Bay, Johnson, Buntzen Bay
and Twin Islands. Leisurely day on Saturday exploring north end of the fjord and
up Indian River if tides permit. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Sign up by June 1.
Saturday 2A Introduction to Rolling Facilitator: Doug Childress
Sasamat Lake
June doug_childress@hotmail.com
5 Location: White Pine Beach, Sasamat Lake, Port Moody. Start: 10:00am.
We will do some dryland warmup and practice to understand body position and key
elements to make for a successful roll. If you have a re-entry roll please come to
practice. If you have a foam mat, yoga or otherwise or a towel bring it for the
dryland exercises to keep the sand off your wet suit or drysuit. Bring your self re-
entry paddle float and goggles. Participants must pay a $5.00 fee.
On the water at the north beach, parking lot F at 10:00am. Duration approx. 4
hours. Bring beverage and snacks/lunch. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Sign up by June 2.
Sunday 1A Crescent Beach to Facilitator: Bruce Fisher
White Rock
June brufish2@gmail.com
6 Launch Target Street near Blackie Spit. On the water: 10 am
Paddle down to Oxford Street in White Rock. Likely ice cream binge at White Rock.
Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Sign up by June 3.
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JUNE
Friday to 2C-3C Pirates Cove and Facilitator: John Bakker
Sunday Blackberry Point jbakker042@gmail.com
June
11-13
Friday: Wheel on the 9am ferry, Horseshoe Bay to Departure Bay. After wheeling
out of the terminal, launch from the Brechin boat launch, paddle south across
Nanaimo Harbour and through False Narrows to De Courcy Island. 21 km.
Saturday: Blackberry Point for lunch, 7 km each way.
Sunday morning, we will pack up camp and head north to Departure Bay by 3pm.
Sign up by May 30. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Saturday 1A PIKA Paddle & Picnic Facilitator: Pat Jones
Hayward Lake
June 1roughcutdiamond@gmail.com
12 CANCELLED.
Sunday 3C Anvil Island and Facilitator: Philip Kubik
15 nmi Pam Rocks
June philroku@gmail.com
13 Launch: from boat ramp at Porteau Cove Marine Park. On the water at 9:00am.
Circumnavigate Anvil I., Christie Its., and Pam Rocks. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Bring water and lunch. Many seals on Pam Rocks & birds on Christie Its. Wind and
waves can rise quickly in Howe Sound. Few landing sites on most of Anvil I.
Sign up by June 10
Friday to 2C-3C Sidney and Facilitator: John Bakker
Sunday Rum Islands
jbakker042@gmail.com
June
18- Friday: Wheel on the 9am ferry, Tsawwassen to Swartz Bay. After wheeling out of
the terminal, launch from the end of Barnacle Road, paddle south to Sidney Spit.
20
Saturday: Rum Island for lunch, 8km each way
Sunday: we pack up camp and return to Swartz Bay, arriving by 3pm.
Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Sign up by June 6.
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Saturday Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Level-1 Skills – Day 1
June
26
Day 1 of a 2-day Paddle Canada certified course that includes navigation and route
planning, weather, tides, currents etc. as well as paddling in rougher water.
For more information and to register your interest in this course, please contact
our Safety and Training Coordinator: safety@pikakayak.com
Day 2 of this course is on June 27.
Sunday Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Level-1 Skills – Day 2
June
27
Day 2 of a 2-day Paddle Canada certified course that includes navigation and route
planning, weather, tides, currents etc. as well as paddling in rougher water.
For more information and to register your interest in this course, please contact
our Safety and Training Coordinator: safety@pikakayak.com
Day 1 of this course is on June 26.
Sunday 1B Nicomen Slough Facilitator: Cathy Cook
June paddlinggma@gmail.com
27 Launch: Dewdney Boat Launch. On the water: contact facilitator.
We put in at the Dewdney Boat Launch near where Nicomen Slough empties into
the Fraser River. You can access this by turning south off the Lougheed Highway
onto River Road South.
We will paddle up the slough, past the mouth of Norrish Creek, and possibly up
the creek for lunch before returning to the launch site. Bring a garbage bag as
there is usually lots of “treasure” to clean up off the banks of the slough,
unfortunately.
To complete the paddle, we will be heading to the Dewdney Pub (Church of the
Blues) for a de-brief, COVID-19 rules permitting. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Sign up by June 24.
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Wednesday 2B-2C Nuchatlitz Provincial Facilitator: Doug Childress
to Friday Park
doug_childress@hotmail.com
June
30- Nuchatlitz Provincial Park
Nuchatlitz Provincial Park encompasses the very northwest tip of Nootka Island
and a large number of small island groups. Expect to see an abundance of nosey
July
sea otters in large numbers with an opportunity for whale sightings. Day trips
9 around the islands in the park, excursions to Catala Island from a base in the park.
In the south part of the inlet visit sea caves and explore the Mary Basin area. We
will see an abundance of marine life, especially sea otters. The plan is to restrict
ourselves to two base camps, weather and sea state dependent. Some open coast
exposure during crossings.
Option 1
Depart from Gold River on Thursday July 1 at 7:00am. Reservations for 8 have
been made for travel on the Uchuck. Travel in comfort on this 136 ft supply vessel
stopping at remote villages, fishing and logging camps along the way. The Uchuck
wet launches us at Rosa Harbour via a crane, returns to Gold River in reverse on
Friday July 9. Gold River to Nuchatlitz follows Nootka Island on its way to Kyuquot,
we would depart at Rosa Island. Transport fee is $70.00/passenger one way, plus
$21.00 for the kayak. The 2021 Uchuck web site mentions a 10% discount for
Paddle Canada members.
Option 2
I see this option as a contingency option should the MV Uchuck not take
passengers due to the pandemic. We camp overnight in Zeballos June 30 then
launch July 1 from the bridge at Little Espinosa Inlet. Return on July 9 with a
possible water taxi which takes up to 8 kayaks. $500 for the taxi from Rosa to
Zeballos village. Some car shuttles between Zeballos and Little Espinosa Inlet may
be required (4km).
Camping gear, emersion gear, food and water. Details to follow.
Sign up by May 1.
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Saturday 2A Moving Water for Sea Contact: John Drent
Kayakers Clinic
July jtrdrent@telus.net
17 Launch: Vedder River Keith Wilson Bridge. Meet at: 9:30am.
Paddlers must have strong PC level 1 plus skills or equivalent experience and be
very comfortable with their strokes and balance. Wetsuit or drysuit and helmet
required.
This clinic will be a good preparation for the PC Level 2 skills course, or for those
going to Surge Narrows. Or a fun review for PC 2 graduates. We will teach
“reading” currents and manoeuvring in moving water. This section of the Vedder
is relatively tame, but we’ll have a few instructors ready to assist if needed.
It will be easier to develop skills in shorter boats of 14 to 16 ft. But a bit longer
boat with some rocker may work.
This is a Paddle Canada clinic. Participants must sign Paddle Canada waivers and
pay a $5.00 fee.
We have a few plastic boats to rent for the day (BYOP and call well in advance).
Get ready for a fun day on the river. Read this article for some background: why-
you-should-paddle-rivers-in-a-sea-kayak
Maximum 8 paddlers. Sign up by July 14.
Sunday 2B Gulf Islands Day Trip Facilitator: James Jordan
July haggis11@telus.net
18
Launch: Village Bay. On the ferry: 7:00am.
A day paddle From Village Bay on Mayne Island over to Roe Islet on North Pender
Island. We will wheel on the 7am ferry from Tsawwassen to make it a full day and
a worthwhile trip. Pending BC Ferries scheduling. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Maximum 6 paddlers. Sign up by July 15.
Tuesday 2A Locarno Beach Facilitator: Vincent Law
Evening Paddle
July vincentlawadi@gmail.com
20
Launch: At the beach in front of Locarno Beach Trimble Street parking lot
On the water: 6:45 pm.
An evening paddle to unwind, relax and get in some exercise. Destination is
dependent on group’s abilities/desires and weather. Beginner paddlers welcome.
We may paddle part or all of the way to Wreck Beach or Kits Beach. If weather is
not favourable paddle will be cancelled. Bring snack/water. Wetsuit or drysuit
required.
Maximum 5 paddlers. Sign up by July 19.
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Friday to 2B-3B Mayne Island to Facilitator: John Bakker
Sunday Prevost Island
jbakker042@gmail.com
July
23-
Friday: Wheel on a morning ferry, Tsawwassen to Mayne Island. Launch in Village
Bay at the beach, paddle out to Enterprise Reef and check for passing ferries
before crossing to Hawkins Island. From there, north along Prevost Island to
25 James Bay where we set up camp. Distance 8 km (4.3 nmi).
Saturday: Explore inlets and islands on the west side of Prevost; may add the
islands in Ganges Harbour if conditions permit.
Sunday morning, we pack up camp and head south and west around Prevost
exploring as we go. Lunch break will be at Portlock Point. Our last crossing is over
to Dinner Point and back to Village Bay by 3pm. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Sign up by July 11.
Tuesday 2A Locarno Beach Facilitator: Vincent Law
Evening Paddle
July vincentlawadi@gmail.com
27
Launch: At the beach in front of Locarno Beach Trimble Street parking lot
On the water: 6:45 pm.
An evening paddle to unwind, relax and get in some exercise. Destination is
dependent on group’s abilities/desires and weather. Beginner paddlers welcome.
We may paddle part or all of the way to Wreck Beach or Kits Beach. If weather is
not favourable paddle will be cancelled. Bring snack/water. Wetsuit or drysuit
required.
Maximum 5 paddlers. Sign up by July 26.
Friday to 3B Alert Bay and Facilitator: Brenda Viala
Saturday Johnstone Strait
brenda.bjboo@gmail.com
July/August
30-7
This trip starts on Cormorant Island, northeast of Telegraph Cove on July 30.
Paddle destinations may include Pearse Islands, Plumper Islands and Kaikash
Creek in Johnstone Strait. Some paddlers may choose to participate in the Annual
(a non-PIKA event) Alert Bay 360 on August 1. (This requires advanced
registration with the Alert Bay organizers), others may choose to do the short
leisurely circumnavigation of Cormorant Island. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Mandatory meeting will be held in June.
Sign up by June 1.
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AUGUST
Friday to Paddle Canada Level 2 Facilitator: Doug Childress
Friday Sea Kayak Skills Course
doug_childress@hotmail.com
August
6-13 Instructors: Doug Childress, George McFarlin. Both instructors are PC Level 3
skills, Level 2 instructor certified
Where/When: Depart Heriot Bay on Quadra Island August 6th in the early
afternoon. Return to Heriot Bay August 13th mid-day.
Cost: PIKA members $450
Food and water: the intent is to take turns preparing dinner for the group.
Breakfast, lunch, water and snacks are the responsibility of each paddler.
Pre-launch zoom sessions required to cover technical non-paddling skills such as
navigation, weather, tide and current.
Camping practices including knots and tarping will be part of this training
Sign up by July 18.
Sunday 1A Hicks Lake Splashfest Facilitator: James Jordan
August haggis11@telus.net
8 The annual Hicks Lake play day in the warm summer water. 10:30am launch to
play games and practise paddle skills. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Sign up by August 5.
Tuesday 2A Locarno Beach Facilitator: Vincent Law
Evening Paddle
August vincentlawadi@gmail.com
10
Launch: At the beach in front of Locarno Beach Trimble Street parking lot
On the water: 6:45 pm.
An evening paddle to unwind, relax and get in some exercise. Destination is
dependent on group’s abilities/desires and weather. Beginner paddlers welcome.
We may paddle part or all of the way to Wreck Beach or Kits Beach. If weather is
not favourable paddle will be cancelled. Bring snack/water. Wetsuit or drysuit
required.
Maximum 5 paddlers. Sign up by August 9.
Sunday 1A Hayward Lake Facilitator: Teri-Lee Binnie
August tbinnie@shaw.ca
15 Launch: beach beside boat launch. On the water: 10:00am.
Fun paddle on a lake with no boat traffic. Approximately 2 1/2 hours.
circumnavigation. Perfect for beginners or any paddlers who want to practice
turning around submerged logs. Ample parking, clean washrooms, convenient boat
launch. Pack a lunch. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Sign up by August 12.
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Tuesday 2A Locarno Beach Facilitator: Vincent Law
Evening Paddle
August vincentlawadi@gmail.com
17
Launch: At the beach in front of Locarno Beach Trimble Street parking lot
On the water: 6:45 pm.
An evening paddle to unwind, relax and get in some exercise. Destination is
dependent on group’s abilities/desires and weather. Beginner paddlers welcome.
We may paddle part or all of the way to Wreck Beach or Kits Beach. If weather is
not favourable paddle will be cancelled. Bring snack/water. Wetsuit or drysuit
required.
Maximum 5 paddlers. Sign up by August 16.
Thursday to 2B-3B Portland Island Facilitator: James Jordan
Sunday
haggis11@telus.net
August
19-
Launch: Swartz Bay. On the ferry: Pending ferry schedules.
Wheel on a morning ferry, Tsawwassen to Swartz bay. Launch in adjacent cove
and paddle over to Arbutus Point on the north end of Portland Island to camp.
22 Friday and Saturday can be a hike exploring the island and /or local paddles.
Sunday paddle to the ferry at Swartz Bay for the return to Tsawwassen.
Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Maximum 6 paddlers. Sign up by August 15.
Thursday to 2B-2D Broughton Archipelago Facilitator: Cathy Cook
Friday
paddlinggma@gmail.com
August
19/20
The trip will start with one night at Telegraph Cove. Some of the group will stay
overnight August 19, the others on August 20. This is because the water taxi that
takes us to the Paddlers’ Inn can’t accommodate the whole group at once.
- Departure will be staggered as well, with each group having 7 nights of glamping
at the Paddlers’ Inn.
26/27
Broughton Archipelago is a pristine, mostly protected paddling area east of
Telegraph Cove. Each day’s paddle will be determined by the group the night or
day before, depending on how adventurous the group is and what the weather
looks like. At night we’ll gather around the common area and even dip our
paddles into the water to see the bioluminescence. Hikes around the island are
also a possibility.
This trip has been planned (and full) for more than a year, but was postponed
because of COVID-19. There MAY be one space for a man on this trip, depending
on whether the border is open to allow our Texas-residing member to attend. If
there is a male club member who would like to be placed on the waiting list,
contact the facilitator. Co-facilitator is George Korbach.
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Friday 3B Broken Group Islands Facilitator: Mike Gilbert
to
mgilbert1600@gmail.com
Wednesday
September
3-8
This is the beginning of a loooooong weekend. Be aware of ferries and maybe the
need for reservations.
We begin our paddle on Saturday Sept 4, morning so you will have to make
arrangements to get on the Island the day before (Friday, Sept. 3). We will meet
at Secret Beach on Toquaht Bay Road. After loading our kayaks, we will paddle out
to the Broken Group. The idea at the moment is to make one camp only on Clarke
Island then do day trip explorations from there. We return to Secret Beach the
afternoon of Wednesday, September 8th.
If you feel it is necessary please ensure you have ferry reservations for the date
and time you wish to return to the Mainland.
Sign up by August 15. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Monday 3D Fraser River Facilitator: Sonny Zlotnik
30 nmi Hope to Chilliwack
September zlotnik_sonny@hotmail.com
6 Launch: Hope. On the water: 9:00am.
Meet at Island 22 in Chilliwack at 7:00am. Leave cars and drive to Hope for a launch at
9:00am. Paddle to Island 22 to be there by 4:00pm.
May paddle up Harrison to Kilby Campground. Depends on how well we make out.
When we land at the end, load up and drive to Hope, transfer boats and go home.
Paddle will depend on COVID-19 rules. Car shuttle is an issue. Wetsuit or drysuit
required.
Maximum 6 paddlers. Sign up by September 3.
Wednesday PIKA Monthly Meeting
September
8
Zoom, 7:00pm
Wednesday 2B-2C Broken Group Islands Facilitator: Martin Desbois
to
mtydes@hotmail.com
Tuesday
September
8-14
Launch from Secret Beach Campground (Toquaht Bay) on Sept 9. 6 days and 5
nights in the Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. Paddle routes & distances will be
adjusted according to skills of group. Wetsuit or drysuit required. Pre-trip meeting
in early August.
Maximum 8 paddlers. Sign up by August 1.
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Saturday 1B Wigeon Slough Facilitator: Cathy Cook
September paddlinggma@gmail.com
11
Launch: Grant Narrows. On the water: contact facilitator
Paddle the tranquil waters to the camp site. If you wish to hike to the falls bring
your hiking shoes and layered clothing. Bring your lunch. The paddle time is
approximately 45 minutes each way. The hike takes about 2 hours. Wetsuit or
drysuit required.
Sign up by September 8.
Sunday 3C Ladner to Steveston Facilitator: Pat Jones
September 1roughcutdiamond@gmail.com
12
Launch: Sharkey’s, 4953 Chisholm Street in Ladner. On the water: 10:00am
Paddle to Steveston via the Fraser River. Lunch in Steveston, then back to Ladner
via the east side of Westham Island. Back approximately 3:30pm. Bring a lunch.
Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Sign up by September 9.
Thursday to 3A-3B-3C Tofino Facilitator: Sonny Zlotnik
Sunday
zlotnik_sonny@hotmail.com
September
16-19
Camp at the Bella Pacifica Campground. Plans will be made on the 16th at the
campsite. Some paddle ideas are: surf landings, day trip to Vargas Island, paddle
around the islands in Tofino Harbour. Go home on Sept 19.
Helmets mandatory for surf landings. Campsite has showers. Wetsuit or drysuit
required.
Space limited. Sign up by September 10.
Sunday- 2B-3C Hornby Island Facilitator: Bruce Fisher
Thursday
brufish2@gmail.com
September
19-
The trip will commence on Sunday evening at Bradsdadsland campground on
Hornby Island, where we will be staying until Thursday morning.
Picturesque Hornby and Denman Islands are just off the east coast of Vancouver
23 Island near Comox. Depending on weather and proclivities of the paddlers, we will
plan each day’s activities the night preceding paddles. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Hornby Island has resplendent hiking trails, beaches and mountain biking, too.
Maximum 6 paddlers. Sign up by July 1. Planning meeting in July.
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Friday to 2B Pitt Lake to Facilitator: Doug Childress
Sunday Osprey Campsite
doug_childress@hotmail.com
September
24-
Launch: Grant Narrows. On the water: 10:00am.
There may be a $10 fee/night for overnight parking.
26
This is a beautiful campsite with a scenic paddle on one of the world’s largest tidal
lakes.
Friday: stop for lunch along the way. Distance to campsite is approx. 9 nmi
Saturday: conditions permitting, paddle to north end of the lake, approx. 10.5 nmi
return.
Sunday: return with a stop at the falls, arriving at Grant Narrows by 3:00pm.
Wetsuit or drysuit required as well as camping gear, food and water.
Sign up by September 21.
Sunday 1B Brae Island to Facilitator: John Halliday
Kanaka Creek
September johall88@telus.net
26 Launch: beach in Brae Island Regional Park. On the water: 10:00am.
Paddle around the east end of the island and cross the Fraser River to Kanaka
Creek for lunch. May paddle up the creek. Bring lunch and water. Allow 4 hours
for this trip. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Sign up by September 23.
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Sunday 2C Ambleside to Eagle Facilitator: Philip Kubik
Harbour
October 14 nmi philroku@gmail.com
3 Launch: Ambleside Beach. On the water: 10:00am.
Wetsuit or drysuit required. Bring water and lunch.
May be choppy, especially off Lighthouse Park.
Sign up by November 30.
Wednesday 3D Pre-Quadra Facilitator: Sonny Zlotnik
to Friday
zlotnik_sonny@hotmail.com
October
6-8 Launch: Discovery Lodge, Quadra Island.
For this paddle you must be comfortable moving about in heavy current.
Comfortable with whirlpools. Comfortable with going 20 miles in a day.
The plan is to launch by Discovery Lodge on Oct 6. On Oct 8 we paddle back to
Discovery lodge. We are going to go through the passes close to slack water.
Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Maximum 6 paddlers. Sign up by October 1.
Friday to 2C-3C Quadra Island Facilitator: Pat Jones
Tuesday Surge Narrows
1roughcutdiamond@gmail.com
October
8-12 This is an opportunity to play in 6 to 8 knot currents in Surge Narrows. It is also an
opportunity to paddle to lots of interesting places with amazing sea life. Hence the
range in the trip classification.
We stay in Discovery Lodge. We bring our own food and cook in groups. Lunch and
breakfast are individual. There is a large communal kitchen and a wonderful big
living room with a fireplace. The beds are comfortable and the view is to die for.
There are some nearby trails to hike as well. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Cost will be around $330 per person for the 4 nights at the lodge.
Spots are limited. Sign up early.
Wednesday PIKA Monthly Meeting
October
13
Zoom, 7:00pm
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Saturday 1B Cultus Lake Facilitator: Cathy Cook
October paddlinggma@gmail.com
16 Launch: Spring Bay Picnic Area, about 1 km past Entrance Bay.
On the water: contact facilitator.
We will circumnavigate Cultus Lake which will hopefully have beautiful fall colours
in October (if there are still leaves on the trees, that is). We will explore the nooks
& crannies, paddle past the beautiful waterfront “cabins”, stop for a lunch about
half way before continuing around the lake. This is a leisurely 3 to 4 hours
excursion depending on how long we take for lunch. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Sign up by October 13.
Sunday 2C-3C Paisley Islands Facilitator: John Bakker
October jbakker042@gmail.com
17 Launch: Tunstall Bay. On the water: 10:30am.
Drive on the 9:05am ferry at Horseshoe Bay and drive across Bowen Island to
Tunstall Bay. Paddle over to the Paisley islands, then over to Salmon Rock on
Keats Island for lunch. After lunch we will proceed back through the Paisleys to
Tunstall Bay. Expected return 4:00pm ferry.
The area is subject to windy conditions; plans may be adjusted as required.
Wetsuit or drysuit required. Carpooling can be arranged 1 week before.
Sign up by October 14.
Friday to 1A Newcastle Island Facilitator: James Jordan
Sunday
haggis11@telus.net
October
22-
Wheel on the ferry at Horseshoe Bay and off at Departure Bay Nanaimo. An easy
paddle over to Newcastle to camp. Tour the island, track the elusive Kermodi
raccoon, and a bit of paddling to watch for sea lions and other critters. The date
24 may get changed, depending on the BCMTN AGM in Nanaimo.
Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Maximum 6 paddlers. Sign up by October 18.
Saturday 3C Boundary Bay Crossing Facilitator: John Drent
October 13.3 nmi jtrdrent@telus.net
23 Launch: Target Street in Crescent Beach. On the water: 9:30am.
Big crossing practice. We cross Boundary Bay from Crescent Beach to Centennial
Beach in Tsawwassen and back. Boundary Bay is usually quite tame, but a
southerly wind can produce some big waves in this shallow bay. This is semi-
protected water, but it is still a big crossing and, as with all big crossings, the
objective is to cross before the weather changes. Not a sightseeing tour. Wetsuit
or drysuit required.
Sign up by October 21.
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Tuesday 1B Brae Island and Facilitator: Bruce Fisher
Kanaka Creek
October brufish2@gmail.com
26 Launch: Brae Island Regional Park. On the water: 10:00am.
Paddle around Brae Island, cross the Fraser River, paddle up Kanaka Creek, eat
lunch and return to Brae Island. Wetsuit or drysuit required
Sign up by October 23.
Sunday 1A Buntzen Lake Facilitator: Karen Jensen
Halloween &
October karen.jensen@hotmail.ca
Hot Chocolate
31 Launch: boat launch in day use area. On the water: 10:30am.
Leisurely paddle around the lake with a stop at the north end beach for lunch and
hot chocolate. Wetsuit or drysuit required, non-restrictive costume optional. Bring
lunch, water, and your travel mug! I’ll bring my stove to boil water and the hot
chocolate mix.
Maximum 6 paddlers. Sign up by October 24.
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NOVEMBER
Saturday 3C Westham Island Facilitator: Pat Jones
November 1roughcutdiamond@gmail.com
6 Launch: Wellington Point, 3653 River Road West, Ladner. On the water: 9:00am.
Wear a wetsuit or drysuit. Bring snacks or lunch and water. Minimal opportunities
to get out of kayak. Approx. 4 hours.
Sign up by November 3.
Sunday 1B-2B Barnet to Deep Cove Facilitator: James Jordan
November haggis11@telus.net
7 Launch: Barnet Marine Park. On the water: 10:30am.
Paddle up Indian Arm to the end of Belcarra and over to Deep cove. Donut run up
to Honeys in Deep Cove optional. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Sign up by November 4.
Wednesday PIKA Monthly Meeting
November
10
Zoom, 7:00pm
Sunday 2B Harrison River Facilitator: John Bakker
November jbakker042@gmail.com
14 Meetup: Kilby Park behind Kilby Museum. Shuttle starts: 9:30am.
The annual Harrison River paddle. Meet at Kilby, shuttle to Harrison Hot Springs.
Launch from the beach at Harrison Hot Springs. Lunch near Morris Creek, and if
there is time, a trip up Morris Creek.
Landing: At Kilby, usually before 3 pm. Re-shuttle to retrieve vehicles at Harrison.
Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Bring: Lunch, water, snacks, thermos of something warm, change of clothes
Sign up by November 11.
Sunday 2C Indian Arm Facilitator: Philip Kubik
November 14 nmi philroku@gmail.com
21 Launch: Deep Cove Canoe and Kayak Centre. On the water: 9:30am.
Deep Cove to Silver Falls and back. Numerous waterfalls at this time of year.
Wetsuit or drysuit required. Bring water and lunch.
Sign up by November 18.
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NOVEMBER
Sunday 2C Whytecliff to Facilitator: John Bakker
West Vancouver
November 12 nmi jbakker042@gmail.com
28 Launch: Whytecliff Park. On the water: 10:00am.
From Whytecliff, follow the shoreline past Lighthouse Park. We will stop for lunch
at West Bay Park and return. Finish time 3 pm. Wetsuit or drysuit required; expect
cold conditions. Bring a lunch and suitable liquid refreshment.
Sign up by November 25.
DECEMBER
Wednesday PIKA Monthly Meeting
December
8
Club Christmas Party!!
Information will be posted in newsletter closer to the date.
Sunday 2A Ladner Marsh Paddle Facilitator: Brenda Viala
and Pub Lunch
December brenda.bjboo@gmail.com
12 Launch: Sharkey’s, 4953 Chisholm Street in Ladner. On the water: 10:00am.
Stop at this launch location to drop off your gear and park your vehicle in the large
parking lot across the street.
Take a break from all the Christmas chaos! After our paddle we'll enjoy lunch at
Speeds Pub (they make yummy warming soups!) (Fingers crossed that the pub
thing is ok to do by Dec).
Wetsuit or drysuit required.
Sign up by December 10.
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JANUARY 2022
Saturday 1A White Rock Polar Plunge Facilitator: Doug Childress
January doug_childress@hotmail.com
1 Launch: White Rock. On the water: 10:00am.
Park on Marine drive (the westerly end of the promenade), at the parking lot next
to Bayview Park.
Every year crowds gather to watch hundreds of brave souls in swimsuits and funny
costumes celebrate the New Years by going for a first-day-of-the-year swim in the
ocean. Come join the festivities to celebrate this annual event. The swim kicks off
at noon. We will be on the water at 10:00am for a short paddle then observe the
event. We should be off the water by 2pm. Dress warmly and bring a hot beverage
and lunch. Wetsuit or drysuit required.
You must be signed up as a PIKA member for 2022 to participate in this trip.
Sign up by December 29, 2021.
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CLINICS AND SKILLS
DEVELOPMENT
For PIKA members only, the following clinics and skill development sessions are included in the calendar.
Sign up is the same as for a PIKA paddle. For details, see referenced dates in the calendar.
*Greenland Paddle Skills, March 14
*Wet Exits, Rescues and Re-entry Skills, March 14
Towing Clinic, April 10
*Basic Strokes Skills, April 11
*Wet Exits, Rescues and Re-entry Skills, April 11
PIKA All Trainers Re-entry and Rescue Clinic, April 17
PIKA Re-entry and Rescue Clinic, April 24
PIKA Re-entry and Rescue Clinic, May 2
PIKA Re-entry and Rescue Clinic, May 8
*Stroke, Rescue and Situational Clinic, May 15
PIKA Re-entry and Rescue Clinic, May 30
PIKA Directional Control Clinic, May 30
Introduction to Rolling, June 5
*Moving Water for Sea Kayakers Clinic, July 17
Hicks Lake Splashfest, August 8
* These events are Paddle Canada clinics. Participants must sign Paddle Canada waivers
and pay a $5.00 fee.
Participants must pay a $5.00 fee.
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