After a briefing we’ll head north around Piers island, crossing to Saltspring at Isabella Island and then east to Russel for lunch. In the afternoon, we’ll paddle the length of Russel, crossing to Saltspring just west of Eleanor Point then into Fulford Harbour for coffee and the ferry at 3:50.
It’s a long day and you might need to park in the ferry terminal. More details to come
Route plan B
TBA the winds will determine alternate routes or even paddles
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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Swartz Bay/Barnacle Road Public Dock to Fulford Harbour (Salt Spring) - ONE WAY
Sunday, October 27, 2024 · 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Cancelled
Launch
Swartz Bay/Barnacle Road Public Dock
Destination
Fulford Harbour (Salt Spring)
Distance
9 nm
Leader
Greg Rooney
Route plan A
Wheels required for return on the ferry.
After a briefing we’ll head north around Piers island, crossing to Saltspring at Isabella Island and then east to Russel for lunch. In the afternoon, we’ll paddle the length of Russel, crossing to Saltspring just west of Eleanor Point then into Fulford Harbour for coffee and the ferry at 3:50.
It’s a long day and you might need to park in the ferry terminal. More details to come
Route plan B
TBA the winds will determine alternate routes or even paddles
