Description
What:
A SISKA Energizer paddle from Moses Point to Russell Island (FULL) Paddle to Russell Island and return
Skill Level:
This paddle is rated as an Energizer Paddle because of its distance and open water crossings and possible current. To understand this designation better, please read SISKA's Paddle Guidelines
Paddlers taking part in this paddle are required to have PC Level 1 or equivalent experience. For information about PC Levels click here.
The total distance of this paddle is estimated to be approximately 11.00nm.
When:
Sunday, April 10th, 2022. Meet at the launchsite by 09:30am to be on the water by 10:00am
Where:
We will launch at Moses Point. Need directions to the launchsite? Click here.
Who:
This paddle will be led by Debbie Leach For more information about this paddle email Debbie Leach
Details:
Our leader will introduce the Plan and make sure everyone is comfortable with the requirements and any concerns that you may have. Please stay off the water until we are all ready. The leader may choose to enlist helpers and establish communications protocol. If you have VHF radio please bring it with you.
Plan A:
Moses Point was named after an early farmer in North Saanich whose farm included Moses Point.
Moses Point lies at the end of Moses Point Road in North Saanich. A 100 meter trail and some steps lead to a rocky shell and gravel beach at lower tides. Care must be taken as the rock is steep and can be slippery. Parking is along Moses Point Road. Maximum number of paddlers is limited as parking can be tight.
Kayakers usually use wheels to access the launch beach. If you have kayak wheels, please bring them and share them.
The beach faces north and overlooks the green top navigation marker on top of Wain Rock
The current ebbs in the morning and floods in the afternoon. We will cross Satellite Channel (1nm) to reach SaltSpring Island, veering right towards Isabella Island (ecological reserve) en route to Russell Island.
Russell Island is part of the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve. We will land on the west end of the island for lunch, and we will have time to explore the garden and orchard. The Mahoi house is not open at this time.
On our return route, we will paddle back to Isabella Point and then cross Satellite Channel and follow the northern shore of Saanich Peninsula.
For further information on Hawaiian settlement on Russell Island see: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/bc/gulf/culture/hawaienne-hawaiian
Plan B:
Moses Point to Coles Bay.
Plot:
To view a plot for this paddle click here
Registration:
Registration for this paddle is closed as there are no spots remaining.
Note:
Always dress for the possibility of immersion and please bring a drybag containing a spare change of clothes.
Please bring a lunch / snacks and sufficient beverage to keep you hydrated, as well as a themos of something warm.
All participants are expected to have read, and to comply with SISKA's Policies and Procedures
All paddlers must have submitted proof of vaccination in order to take part in this paddle.
A SISKA Energizer paddle from Moses Point to Russell Island (FULL) Paddle to Russell Island and return
Skill Level:
This paddle is rated as an Energizer Paddle because of its distance and open water crossings and possible current. To understand this designation better, please read SISKA's Paddle Guidelines
Paddlers taking part in this paddle are required to have PC Level 1 or equivalent experience. For information about PC Levels click here.
The total distance of this paddle is estimated to be approximately 11.00nm.
When:
Sunday, April 10th, 2022. Meet at the launchsite by 09:30am to be on the water by 10:00am
Where:
We will launch at Moses Point. Need directions to the launchsite? Click here.
Who:
This paddle will be led by Debbie Leach For more information about this paddle email Debbie Leach
Details:
Our leader will introduce the Plan and make sure everyone is comfortable with the requirements and any concerns that you may have. Please stay off the water until we are all ready. The leader may choose to enlist helpers and establish communications protocol. If you have VHF radio please bring it with you.
Plan A:
Moses Point was named after an early farmer in North Saanich whose farm included Moses Point.
Moses Point lies at the end of Moses Point Road in North Saanich. A 100 meter trail and some steps lead to a rocky shell and gravel beach at lower tides. Care must be taken as the rock is steep and can be slippery. Parking is along Moses Point Road. Maximum number of paddlers is limited as parking can be tight.
Kayakers usually use wheels to access the launch beach. If you have kayak wheels, please bring them and share them.
The beach faces north and overlooks the green top navigation marker on top of Wain Rock
The current ebbs in the morning and floods in the afternoon. We will cross Satellite Channel (1nm) to reach SaltSpring Island, veering right towards Isabella Island (ecological reserve) en route to Russell Island.
Russell Island is part of the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve. We will land on the west end of the island for lunch, and we will have time to explore the garden and orchard. The Mahoi house is not open at this time.
On our return route, we will paddle back to Isabella Point and then cross Satellite Channel and follow the northern shore of Saanich Peninsula.
For further information on Hawaiian settlement on Russell Island see: https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/bc/gulf/culture/hawaienne-hawaiian
Plan B:
Moses Point to Coles Bay.
Plot:
To view a plot for this paddle click here
Registration:
Registration for this paddle is closed as there are no spots remaining.
Note:
Always dress for the possibility of immersion and please bring a drybag containing a spare change of clothes.
Please bring a lunch / snacks and sufficient beverage to keep you hydrated, as well as a themos of something warm.
All participants are expected to have read, and to comply with SISKA's Policies and Procedures
All paddlers must have submitted proof of vaccination in order to take part in this paddle.