[Update: Please See Plan B] We'll launch from Telegraph Cove and head north, closely following the shoreline. We'll check out the fine estates along the way and visit the cave. After reaching Cormorant Point, we'll paddle back to Glencoe Beach for lunch. Then, back to our launch. There are no washrooms at either the launch or lunch stop, but there are some semi-private beach areas at the lunch stop.

The winds tomorrow morning are forecast to be strong SE. Environment Canada predicts SE winds of 20-30 knots. That's a lot of wind!

Unfortunately, our planned paddle route is directly exposed to this winds. So, I'm changing the paddle location to Brentwood Bay, which is sheltered from SE winds.

Here is the new itinerary:

- we will meet at Verdier Park which is beside the Brentwood Bay ferry terminal.

- same times (on-the-water by 10am). I recommend arriving no later than 9:15 am

- we'll paddle out to Willis Point and perhaps around Senanus island (wind permitting), then into Tod Inlet

- lunch at Tod Inlet (https://visitorinvictoria.ca/tod-inlet-a-hidden-gem/)

- optional short walk to reveal 4 'secret' apple trees at Tod Inlet (I'll be bringing my apple picker)

- washrooms at both Verdier Park and Tod Inlet

- our return paddle will be following the shoreline back to Verdier Park.

Parking: some parking at Verdier Park. along Verdier Avenue and Brentwood Drive

Weather: Rain ending late in the morning then a mix of sun and cloud. Wind southeast 30 km/h gusting to 50 becoming southwest 20 near noon. High 13.

Always dress for the possibility of immersion and please bring a drybag containing a spare change of clothes. The drybag goes in your kayak with you, not in your car at the launch site. Please bring a lunch or snacks and sufficient beverage to keep you hydrated, as well as a thermos of something warm. Your paddle leader will introduce the plan and make sure everyone is comfortable with the requirements. Please stay off the water until the group is ready. If you have a VHF radio please bring it with you.