Description
What:
A SISKA Relaxed paddle from Island View Beach to James Island Circumnavigation NEW MEMBERS
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
Paddlers taking part in this paddle are required to have PC Basic or equivalent experience. For information about PC Levels click here.
The total distance of this paddle is estimated to be approximately 9.10nm.
When:
Sunday, July 05th, 2026. Meet at the launchsite by 09:30am to be on the water by 10:00am
Where:
We will launch at Island View Beach. Need directions to the launchsite? Click here.
Who:
This paddle will be led by Ben Lerchin For more information about this paddle click here
To sign uo for this paddle please read the information & use the link under Registration: below
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:
Launch at the Island View boat ramp (South end of the beach). We will handrail the shoreline before crossing to James at the N end of Cordova Spit. Continue N against a gentle ebb and lunch at the NW point of James. Afterwards we will ride the ebb through Sidney Channel before crossing back to Island View.
This trip is intended as a bridge between Relaxed and Energizer paddles. While typical requirements for relaxed paddles apply, it is expected that participants have demonstrated experience in a kayak and a strong forward stroke. We will encounter light currents on this route as well as multiple short crossings. Please be in touch with any questions.
Plan B:
TBA - If strong winds are in the forecast we would consider Fleming to Esquimalt Hbr or Brentwood Bay.
Plot:
To view a plot for this paddle click here
Registration:
To sign up for this paddle click here
The maximum number of paddlers for this paddle has been set to 12. There is room for 1 paddler(s).
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
A SISKA Relaxed paddle from Island View Beach to James Island Circumnavigation NEW MEMBERS
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
Paddlers taking part in this paddle are required to have PC Basic or equivalent experience. For information about PC Levels click here.
The total distance of this paddle is estimated to be approximately 9.10nm.
When:
Sunday, July 05th, 2026. Meet at the launchsite by 09:30am to be on the water by 10:00am
Where:
We will launch at Island View Beach. Need directions to the launchsite? Click here.
Who:
This paddle will be led by Ben Lerchin For more information about this paddle click here
To sign uo for this paddle please read the information & use the link under Registration: below
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:
Launch at the Island View boat ramp (South end of the beach). We will handrail the shoreline before crossing to James at the N end of Cordova Spit. Continue N against a gentle ebb and lunch at the NW point of James. Afterwards we will ride the ebb through Sidney Channel before crossing back to Island View.
This trip is intended as a bridge between Relaxed and Energizer paddles. While typical requirements for relaxed paddles apply, it is expected that participants have demonstrated experience in a kayak and a strong forward stroke. We will encounter light currents on this route as well as multiple short crossings. Please be in touch with any questions.
Plan B:
TBA - If strong winds are in the forecast we would consider Fleming to Esquimalt Hbr or Brentwood Bay.
Plot:
To view a plot for this paddle click here
Registration:
To sign up for this paddle click here
The maximum number of paddlers for this paddle has been set to 12. There is room for 1 paddler(s).
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