Our trip starts at the Amherst launch, goes through the Little Group islets to Dock island, to Greig Island, across to Domville Island, then following the N shoreline of Gooch Island to our lunch spot on Rum Island. Our return trip follows the S shoreline of Gooch, across to the tip of Forest Island, then across to the tip of Sidney spit (different route than shown on the plot), and finally back to the Amherst Launch. For currents, we have a light flood for almost the entire trip, which is ideal for this route.
Route plan B
If the conditions do not allow a safe paddle to Rum island it is often possible to do a more protected paddle from the Amherst launch. Or, we will paddle at a different location.
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.
SISKA · Paddle · Energizer
Printed Nov 9, 2026 11:21 AM · siska.ca/activities/1371
Amherst to Rum Island
Sunday, April 30, 2023 · 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Launch
Amherst10181 Wildflower Pl
Destination
Rum Island
Distance
11 nm
Leader
Mike Teachman
Route plan A
Our trip starts at the Amherst launch, goes through the Little Group islets to Dock island, to Greig Island, across to Domville Island, then following the N shoreline of Gooch Island to our lunch spot on Rum Island. Our return trip follows the S shoreline of Gooch, across to the tip of Forest Island, then across to the tip of Sidney spit (different route than shown on the plot), and finally back to the Amherst Launch. For currents, we have a light flood for almost the entire trip, which is ideal for this route.
Route plan B
If the conditions do not allow a safe paddle to Rum island it is often possible to do a more protected paddle from the Amherst launch. Or, we will paddle at a different location.
