Description
What:
A SISKA Energizer paddle from Spirit Bay to Cabin Point A scenic autumn paddle to Cabin Point#
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.
The total distance of this paddle is estimated to be approximately 8.92nm.
When:
Saturday, October 25th, 2025. Meet at the launchsite by 09:30am to be on the water by 10:00am
Where:
We will launch at Spirit Bay. Need directions to the launchsite? Click here.
Who:
This paddle will be led by Alexandra Lapierre Fortin For more information about this paddle email Alexandra Lapierre Fortin
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:
This paddle takes out and around the lovely shoreline of Becher Bay and then along the exposed shoreline of East Sooke Park. We will paddle past Alderidge Point and Beechey Head in the park on our way towards Cabin Point. The shoreline of East Sooke Park has lots of interest with various rock outcrops and channels. This area of the shoreline can get some influences of the open ocean with some potential for ocean swell.
We will lunch at the small, protected beach Cabin Pt. and return the way we came.
Please be aware that this area can have strong currents and active water. You should have a strong forward stroke and be prepared to encounter some current and dynamic water along the way. Full immersion gear is required on this paddle.
Plan B:
An alternative paddle will be offered if conditions are not appropriate for plan A..
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.
A SISKA Energizer paddle from Spirit Bay to Cabin Point A scenic autumn paddle to Cabin Point#
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.
The total distance of this paddle is estimated to be approximately 8.92nm.
When:
Saturday, October 25th, 2025. Meet at the launchsite by 09:30am to be on the water by 10:00am
Where:
We will launch at Spirit Bay. Need directions to the launchsite? Click here.
Who:
This paddle will be led by Alexandra Lapierre Fortin For more information about this paddle email Alexandra Lapierre Fortin
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:
This paddle takes out and around the lovely shoreline of Becher Bay and then along the exposed shoreline of East Sooke Park. We will paddle past Alderidge Point and Beechey Head in the park on our way towards Cabin Point. The shoreline of East Sooke Park has lots of interest with various rock outcrops and channels. This area of the shoreline can get some influences of the open ocean with some potential for ocean swell.
We will lunch at the small, protected beach Cabin Pt. and return the way we came.
Please be aware that this area can have strong currents and active water. You should have a strong forward stroke and be prepared to encounter some current and dynamic water along the way. Full immersion gear is required on this paddle.
Plan B:
An alternative paddle will be offered if conditions are not appropriate for plan A..
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.