Description
What:
A SISKA Energizer paddle from Albert Head to Witty's Lagoon/Sitting Lady Falls Paddle around Albert Head and into the lagoon to view the spectacular falls
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 7.50nm.
When:
Sunday, January 12th, 2025. Meet at the launchsite by 09:30am to be on the water by 10:00am
Where:
We will launch at Albert Head. Need directions to the launchsite? Click here.
Who:
This paddle will be led by Anton Cepeliauskas For more information about this paddle email Anton Cepeliauskas
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:
The high tide should permit access into the lagoon and spectacular Sitting Lady Falls. Meet at Albert Head Lagoon Regional Park (the foot of Delgada Rd) parking lot at 9:30 to be on the water for 10:00 am. We'll launch and head along the shoreline toward Witty's Lagoon. There is wonderful potential for a bit of 'West Coast feel' wave action and some rock gardening if you so choose. If you intend to play in the rocks on our journey you MUST wear a helmet. Lunch will be outside the lagoon after viewing Sitting Lady Falls (where there are picnic tables and toilets.) After lunch, we will paddle around the Haystock Islets and return to Albert Head along the shore.
With winter weather and the exposed coastline around Albert Head, please dress appropriately - immersion gear (drysuit or wetsuit) is mandatory for this paddle. If you have any questions about the requirements or skill level for this paddle, please reach out to me directly.
Plan B:
TBA
Plot:
To view a plot for this paddle click here
Registration:
There are no spots remaining for this paddle. A wait list is being kept.
To go on the wait listfor this paddle please email Anton Cepeliauskas
Note: Preregistration of any SISKA paddle is mandatory and any required waiver(s) must be completed prior to the day of the paddle. The paddle leader will turn away any paddler, member or non member, that is not already on the paddle manifest with a signed electronic waiver on file
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
SISKA strongly encourages members to follow the latest provincial guidance regarding Covid-19. The latest BC guidance can be
found at https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/covid-19/vaccine/proof.
A SISKA Energizer paddle from Albert Head to Witty's Lagoon/Sitting Lady Falls Paddle around Albert Head and into the lagoon to view the spectacular falls
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 7.50nm.
When:
Sunday, January 12th, 2025. Meet at the launchsite by 09:30am to be on the water by 10:00am
Where:
We will launch at Albert Head. Need directions to the launchsite? Click here.
Who:
This paddle will be led by Anton Cepeliauskas For more information about this paddle email Anton Cepeliauskas
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:
The high tide should permit access into the lagoon and spectacular Sitting Lady Falls. Meet at Albert Head Lagoon Regional Park (the foot of Delgada Rd) parking lot at 9:30 to be on the water for 10:00 am. We'll launch and head along the shoreline toward Witty's Lagoon. There is wonderful potential for a bit of 'West Coast feel' wave action and some rock gardening if you so choose. If you intend to play in the rocks on our journey you MUST wear a helmet. Lunch will be outside the lagoon after viewing Sitting Lady Falls (where there are picnic tables and toilets.) After lunch, we will paddle around the Haystock Islets and return to Albert Head along the shore.
With winter weather and the exposed coastline around Albert Head, please dress appropriately - immersion gear (drysuit or wetsuit) is mandatory for this paddle. If you have any questions about the requirements or skill level for this paddle, please reach out to me directly.
Plan B:
TBA
Plot:
To view a plot for this paddle click here
Registration:
There are no spots remaining for this paddle. A wait list is being kept.
To go on the wait listfor this paddle please email Anton Cepeliauskas
Note: Preregistration of any SISKA paddle is mandatory and any required waiver(s) must be completed prior to the day of the paddle. The paddle leader will turn away any paddler, member or non member, that is not already on the paddle manifest with a signed electronic waiver on file
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
SISKA strongly encourages members to follow the latest provincial guidance regarding Covid-19. The latest BC guidance can be
found at https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/covid-19/vaccine/proof.