Leave the boat launch at the Victoria Canoe and Kayak Club (VCKC) and Gorge Waterway Park (east end). This tour of the Gorge and Portage Inlet will take advantage of the very sheltered waters in this unique 'inland' and tidal waterway. The plan is to go west from the VCKC clubhouse along the Gorge and under the Craigflower bridge and then up to the Portage Inlet basin to Colquiz Creek. Depending on the group's interest and stamina, we can also go further into Portage Inlet to go past 'Dave's old family homestead' ( a real highlight!!) and Craigflower Creek. One the way back we can stop - if needed- at Craigflower-Kosapsom Park for a 'bio break' or leg stretch before proceeding back to our launch point,
Route plan B
TBA
Safety reminders
Always dress for the possibility of immersion and please bring a drybag containing a spare change of clothes. The drybag goes in your kayak with you, not in your car at the launch site. Please bring a lunch or snacks and sufficient beverage to keep you hydrated, as well as a thermos of something warm. Your paddle leader will introduce the plan and make sure everyone is comfortable with the requirements. Please stay off the water until the group is ready. If you have a VHF radio please bring it with you.
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VCKC Clubhouse to Portage Inlet
Tuesday, June 30, 2020 · 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Launch
VCKC Clubhouse355 Gorge Road West, Saanich
Destination
Portage Inlet
Distance
5 nm
Leader
Dave Chater
Route plan A
Leave the boat launch at the Victoria Canoe and Kayak Club (VCKC) and Gorge Waterway Park (east end). This tour of the Gorge and Portage Inlet will take advantage of the very sheltered waters in this unique 'inland' and tidal waterway. The plan is to go west from the VCKC clubhouse along the Gorge and under the Craigflower bridge and then up to the Portage Inlet basin to Colquiz Creek. Depending on the group's interest and stamina, we can also go further into Portage Inlet to go past 'Dave's old family homestead' ( a real highlight!!) and Craigflower Creek. One the way back we can stop - if needed- at Craigflower-Kosapsom Park for a 'bio break' or leg stretch before proceeding back to our launch point,
