Description
What:
A SISKA Energizer paddle from Fleming Beach to Equimalt Harbour/Cole Island/Portage Park
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 0.00nm.
When:
Saturday, March 14th, 2026. Meet at the launchsite by 09:30am to be on the water by 10:00am
Where:
We will launch at Fleming Beach. Need directions to the launchsite? 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:
This is a borderline Relaxed/Energizer paddle. More sunshine in March means a possibility of a titch more wind on the water--making it an Energizer.
Those entering Esquimalt Harbour must report to the Harbour Master on VHF Channel 10 as they enter and again as they leave.
This trip may visit Cole Island which was the Royal Navy munitions storage facility in years gone by. There is a small platform used to gain access to this historic site which is open to the public. You must be comfortable exiting and entering your kayak from a dock. Lunch -may- be at Cole Island or at nearby Portage Park.
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.
The maximum number of paddlers for this paddle has been set to 6. There is room for 6 paddler(s).
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 Fleming Beach to Equimalt Harbour/Cole Island/Portage Park
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 0.00nm.
When:
Saturday, March 14th, 2026. Meet at the launchsite by 09:30am to be on the water by 10:00am
Where:
We will launch at Fleming Beach. Need directions to the launchsite? 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:
This is a borderline Relaxed/Energizer paddle. More sunshine in March means a possibility of a titch more wind on the water--making it an Energizer.
Those entering Esquimalt Harbour must report to the Harbour Master on VHF Channel 10 as they enter and again as they leave.
This trip may visit Cole Island which was the Royal Navy munitions storage facility in years gone by. There is a small platform used to gain access to this historic site which is open to the public. You must be comfortable exiting and entering your kayak from a dock. Lunch -may- be at Cole Island or at nearby Portage Park.
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.
The maximum number of paddlers for this paddle has been set to 6. There is room for 6 paddler(s).
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.