West Coast
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The Calling of Two Coasts
The scenery throughout the BC Coast and Pacific Northwest stands the test of time. Cruise the same waters where explorers like Captain George Vancouver first entered Howe Sound in the late 1700s or navigate the maze of the Southern Gulf Islands... Read more
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Perry and Cindy Mack
Helly Hansen Crew Mid-layer Jacket
Helly Hansen describes this jacket as a coastal sailing and marine lifestyle jacket, but what they really mean is that when the weather gets wet, damp and breezy, put it on. The Crew 2.0 is uses Helly Tech Protection, to create a fully waterproof... Read more
May 16, 2024
Perry and Cindy Mack
LaCrosse Alpha Deck Boots
We live in an orchard on the west coast of Canada. Spring and fall are wet grass and mud in the fields and forests; summers are spent boating on the lakes and ocean; and in winter we wade through the wet slush covering city roads and sidewalks... Read more
May 14, 2024
Photo courtesy Mosquito Creek Marina
Maintaining a Cleaner, Greener Environment
From available resources through Environment Canada to Georgia Strait Alliance’s Clean Marine BC Green Boating Program, preserving the waterways throughout British Columbia is an ongoing, successful effort. As a result, owners of marinas, remote... Read more
Aug 25, 2023
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Cowichan Bay and Beyond
A boating trip in Cowichan Bay is exciting. Located along the shores of southern Vancouver Island and about a 60-minute drive north of Victoria in the Cowichan Valley, this coastal community is easy to access for cruisers navigating the Southern... Read more
Aug 19, 2023
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Salt Spring Island: A True Gulf Coast Boating Destination
Cruising the Southern Gulf Islands feels like you’re a world away with its wide open spaces and waterside communities. While Salt Spring is one of the most lively, it’s still a place of refuge that encompasses creative inspiration, innovative... Read more
Aug 11, 2023
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Get ‘in the Moment’ on Galiano Island
As one of the most visited regions by recreational boaters on the BC coast, the Southern Gulf Islands offer fascinating shorelines, warm waters, and protected coves, all of which can be enjoyed during a visit to Galiano Island. The closest of the... Read more
Aug 5, 2023
Cristina Anne Costello
A Resurgence in Boating Habits
Change is afoot. From gasoline for our boat engines to groceries for our families, it’s nearly impossible to escape the increasing prices of just about everything. These dynamics extend to our experiences on the water where navigating variable and... Read more
