Follow the Esquimalt shoreline from Fleming Bay (Esquimalt Anglers) around past Saxe Point to the entrance of Esquimalt Harbour, crossing to Fisgard Lighthouse to enter the restricted harbour. Stay clear of naval installations and proceed down the middle of the harbour past Cole Island to the 6-Mile Bridge before turning back passing Cole Island again. Plan to have a snack and stretch at Portage Park beach in Thetis Cove, then cross the mouth of the naval harbour before exiting Esquimalt Harbour at Duntze Head, passing alongside Brothers Islands, and returning to Fleming Bay.

There is ample free parking and washroom facilities at Fleming Bay.

Please do not obstruct Esquimalt Anglers boat launch ramp when loading and unloading your vehicles. Carry kayaks to the launch beach to the right of the boat ramp.

There will be a light flood all day; from low of 1.3 feet @0842 to a high of 8.8 feet @ 23:22.

There may be opportunity for a post-paddle debrief at Serious Coffee in Esquimalt Plaza/visit the bakery.

Anyone with questions please contact the paddle leader by email at debbieleach52@gmail.com (my cell number is 778-977-5487)

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IF strong west winds, we will paddle from Telegraph Cove to Cormorant Point.

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.