Location : Gulf Islands National Park Reserve Of Canada, Pender Island, BC, Canada

Meet with all gear and equipment ready (in dry bags) to be transported via boat shuttle to our island destination. On arrival, we will set up camp, have a bite to eat then head out on the water to let the fun begin. We will focus on honing our paddling skills and follow with a short tour of the area to get us ready for tomorrow’s longer paddle.

Following a session of trip planning for tomorrow’s adventure, you are free to hike the island’s 6km perimeter trail, relax or set up your camera for a time lapse of the spectacular sunsets enjoyed here. 

We enjoy a casual evening of cooking outdoors, sharing stories, and enjoying the sounds of the ocean after dark.

• Paddling Distance: 4 - 6 km

• Overnight: Camping in Gulf Islands National Park Reserve

Location : Gulf Islands National Park Reserve Of Canada, Pender Island, BC, Canada

After making our own breakfasts and packing our lunches we set off for the day to discover the coastline of Gulf Islands National Park Reserve. Our coastal touring instruction unfolds organically as we land on secluded beaches, float in kelp forests and keep our eyes peeled for curious seals and shy porpoises. Midway through this 8 to 10 km paddle, we find a beach to relax, enjoy our lunch and maybe even take a wild swim in the cool waters. 

After a day of learning on the water, we return to camp, ready to cook up a late afternoon meal and pack up camp to wait for our boat shuttle home.

Note: If ALL participants feel ready to paddle home, that may be an option.

• Paddling Distance: 8 - 10km (depends on tides, winds and groups interests) 

• Boat shuttle - back to original launch point.