Depart Amherst and travel between Pym and Knapp towards Portland. We’ll do a counterclockwise lap of Portland, having lunch at Shell Beach. Then we’ll head back via the west side of Knapp.
Route plan B
If the winds are an issue then we can consider a paddle in the Saanich Inlet.
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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Amherst to Portland Island
Saturday, March 12, 2022 · 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Launch
Amherst10181 Wildflower Pl
Destination
Portland Island
Distance
11.8 nm
Leader
Tim Frick
Route plan A
Depart Amherst and travel between Pym and Knapp towards Portland. We’ll do a counterclockwise lap of Portland, having lunch at Shell Beach. Then we’ll head back via the west side of Knapp.
Route plan B
If the winds are an issue then we can consider a paddle in the Saanich Inlet.
Route map
Amherst to Portland Island · Saturday, March 12, 2022
