New SISKA members (joined during the past 12 months) will be given preference when registering for this paddle. Our long time members may also register.
Our route takes us west of Fernie Island and east of Goudge and Pym, to circumnavigate Portland Island clockwise and return via the east shore of Coal Island.
Route plan B
If paddlers opt to do so on the day, we will return via the west shore of Coal Island, resulting in a shorter paddle of approximately 11 nm.
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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Printed Nov 9, 2026 11:13 AM · siska.ca/activities/1287
Amherst to Portland Island - NEW MEMBERS
Sunday, April 10, 2022 · 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Launch
Amherst10181 Wildflower Pl
Destination
Portland Island
Distance
12.25 nm
Leader
Bj Porter
Route plan A
New SISKA members (joined during the past 12 months) will be given preference when registering for this paddle. Our long time members may also register.
Our route takes us west of Fernie Island and east of Goudge and Pym, to circumnavigate Portland Island clockwise and return via the east shore of Coal Island.
Route plan B
If paddlers opt to do so on the day, we will return via the west shore of Coal Island, resulting in a shorter paddle of approximately 11 nm.
Route map
Amherst to Portland Island - NEW MEMBERS · Sunday, April 10, 2022
