Description
What:
A SISKA Relaxed paddle from Amherst to Tsehum Harbour Tour
Skill Level:
This paddle is rated as a Relaxed Paddle because of its modest pace, relatively safe environment and social component. To understand this designation better, please read SISKA's Paddle Guidelines
The total distance of this paddle is approximately nm
When:
Saturday, February 21st, 2026. Meet at the launchsite by 09:30am to be on the water by 10:00am
Where:
We will launch at Amherst.
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:
The power boats are all fast asleep...so this is the perfect time to explore Tsehum Harbour. Note that this is a day of strong ebb current, so best to avoid the nearby passages (for example Johns Passage) as the eddy lines will be challenging.
Note that parking at Amherst is limited to just a few hours, so be sure to move your vehicle after you have unloaded to avoid concerning the constabulary.
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 Relaxed paddle from Amherst to Tsehum Harbour Tour
Skill Level:
This paddle is rated as a Relaxed Paddle because of its modest pace, relatively safe environment and social component. To understand this designation better, please read SISKA's Paddle Guidelines
The total distance of this paddle is approximately nm
When:
Saturday, February 21st, 2026. Meet at the launchsite by 09:30am to be on the water by 10:00am
Where:
We will launch at Amherst.
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:
The power boats are all fast asleep...so this is the perfect time to explore Tsehum Harbour. Note that this is a day of strong ebb current, so best to avoid the nearby passages (for example Johns Passage) as the eddy lines will be challenging.
Note that parking at Amherst is limited to just a few hours, so be sure to move your vehicle after you have unloaded to avoid concerning the constabulary.
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