SunCruiser
Cowichan Bay Fishermen's Wharf Association
Cowichan Bay: A Rural Boating Paradise
We like to emphasize how easy it is to access the many scenic areas of Canada’s BC Coast, providing opportunities to enjoy new experiences every season. While you can plan to navigate a multi-week trip, which is strongly encouraged, it’s not... Read more
Oct 2, 2022
Edgar Bullon Dreamstime.com
The Marinas of Salt Spring and Pender
The Southern Gulf Islands region consists of a maze of straits, passes, inlets and channels that flow seamlessly around scattered islands, providing great boating destinations throughout the summer. It’s hard to visit this area without at least... Read more
Sep 29, 2022
Maxusii Dreamstime.com
Training Days
Although expansions are underway at some of the busiest ports on the West Coast and commercial shipping companies are reporting banner years, the maritime industry in Canada and the U.S. is experiencing a labour shortage, resulting in a number of... Read more
Sep 26, 2022
Bryon Grove Dreamstime.com
Boating in Bad Weather: What You Need to Know
Fair skies and winds are the ideal conditions to enjoy a day on the water. Unfortunately, the weather in any boating region never remains constant and determining the marine forecast and then deciding to resume with your plans is important for... Read more
Sep 23, 2022
Garmin International
Stay connected for up to 30 days with the inReach Mini 2 Marine Bundle from Garmin
The newly announced inReach® Mini 2 Marine Bundle, is a satellite communication device bundled with a boat-friendly mount. It has two-way messaging and SOS capabilities1 and comes with features for an added sense of security on the water - two-way... Read more
Sep 21, 2022
Galiano Island Chamber of Commerce
The Best Ways to Experience Galiano
Galiano is one of the first islands to appear on marine navigation screens when cruising southwest from the mainland of BC. It may not have the landmass of neighbouring Salt Spring or the expansive shores of Vancouver Island, but it’s an enticing... Read more
Sep 20, 2022
Kolby Milton
Stop the Spread of Aquatic Invasive Species
Everything we love about the Shuswap - the clean water, beaches, and spending leisure time on a boat or dock is at risk due to small invasive freshwater species called zebra and quagga mussels... Read more
Sep 17, 2022
Destination BC Taylor Burk
Make Your Freshwater Fisheries Conservation Effort
We often hear from anglers who want to volunteer their services and time to help conserve and enhance British Columbia’s freshwater fisheries. With a number of diverse fishing opportunities throughout the province, including the Okanagan Valley,... Read more
Sep 14, 2022
Rachael Merrett
Sharing the Water with Endangered Orcas
Resident orcas continue to decline in numbers, prompting changes to boating regulations throughout British Columbia and Washington State in efforts to reduce vessel noise and disturbance, which is detrimental to the population’s survival... Read more
Sep 9, 2022
Easy Build Structures
Four-Season Boat Storage
Purchasing a dry boat storage unit for your property may not be your first thought during the height of summer. However, given the constant warm temperatures from June to early September and the often harsh winters, it should be at least a... Read more
Sep 6, 2022
Tower Paddle-Boards
Choosing a Stand Up Paddleboard 101
Water sports are a great way to enhance your summer and most accessories are easy to bring along on most pontoons, runabouts, wakeboard boats and sport cruisers for a fun-filled day on the lake... Read more
Sep 3, 2022
Andrew Gazula
Nanaimo: Adventures on Land and Water
The East Coast of Vancouver Island is an expansive area where you can leisurely cruise among the protected Gulf Islands or visit with a boat in tow and take the highways to discover new inland lake destinations. Either way, visiting this region is... Read more
Aug 31, 2022
Laura Szanto
Two Family-Friendly Destinations in the Shuswap
The Shuswap region is the perfect backdrop for family vacation fun in British Columbia. In addition to all the excitement on the water, don’t miss some of the region’s most enjoyable and unique attractions, The Enchanted Forest and Skytrek... Read more
Aug 28, 2022
Sailographicpaula Dreamstime.com
Do You Know How to Make a Distress Call?
Knowing how to make a ‘Mayday’ or distress call is as important as any other safety training or skill. In the event of a serious on-water emergency, it’s critical to keep a cool head and ensure that you and your crew are rescued as quickly as... Read more
Aug 24, 2022
Visit Bellingham
Experience The Best of Blaine
Blaine is located right at the U.S./Canada port of entry and while it’s not uncommon to bypass ‘border towns’ in anticipation of a final destination or returning home during a boating trip, this seaside community shouldn’t be. It has well-equipped... Read more
Aug 21, 2022
