Description
What:
A SISKA Energizer paddle from Oak Bay Marina to Discovery Island
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 approximately nm
When:
Saturday, January 31st, 2026. Meet at the launchsite by 09:30am to be on the water by 10:00am
Where:
We will launch at Oak Bay Marina.
Need directions here? Click here.
Who:
There is no paddle leader for this paddle at this time.
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:
Hopping through the Chain Group this trip will enter the channel between Chatham and Discovery, turn north to take in the magic of the channel inside the Chathams, then round the top of the Chathams and paddle clockwise past the lighthouse to Rudlin Bay on Discovery Island for the lunch stop. Continuing clockwise, a direct return from Rudlin via the Chain Group to Oak Bay Marina completes the trip. Light current is expected to make the two crossings of Plumper Passage less challenging.
Plan B:
TBA
Plot:
There is no plot for this paddle at this time
Registration:
Registrations for this paddle are not open at this time. An email notification will be sent out once registration is opened.
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 Oak Bay Marina to Discovery Island
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 approximately nm
When:
Saturday, January 31st, 2026. Meet at the launchsite by 09:30am to be on the water by 10:00am
Where:
We will launch at Oak Bay Marina.
Need directions here? Click here.
Who:
There is no paddle leader for this paddle at this time.
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:
Hopping through the Chain Group this trip will enter the channel between Chatham and Discovery, turn north to take in the magic of the channel inside the Chathams, then round the top of the Chathams and paddle clockwise past the lighthouse to Rudlin Bay on Discovery Island for the lunch stop. Continuing clockwise, a direct return from Rudlin via the Chain Group to Oak Bay Marina completes the trip. Light current is expected to make the two crossings of Plumper Passage less challenging.
Plan B:
TBA
Plot:
There is no plot for this paddle at this time
Registration:
Registrations for this paddle are not open at this time. An email notification will be sent out once registration is opened.
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