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Port Browning Marina – Pender Island
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3,000 lineal feet of wharfage at Pender Island marina accommodate excursionists, diners & campers.
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Port Browning Marina
At the head of Browning Harbour, in a sheltered cove, the Port Browning Marina offers a safe haven for boats in water that's deep enough no matter the tide. The marina's fresh drinking water, shower and laundry facilities, and convenience store provide for captains and campers who have settled into the area's tent and RV camping sites. The marina's 3,000 lineal feet of wharfage make a solid base for kayaking, hiking, and scuba-diving excursions around Pender Island. The marina's pub and café dish up seafood, pizza, and hearty pub fare after a day of adventures. Port Browning Marina is also a quick walk or slow moonwalk away from the Driftwood Centre, which includes a grocery store, bakery, gas station, and other essentials.

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We are putting together a "TEENS ONLY" Competent Crew and Day Skipper course / flotilla this summer! Same 5 day live aboard course, but these are for teens only!!! Finally, a summer camp fit for a teen!!! $1295.00 per person!
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Proposed Marina For Victoria, BC Looking For Government Decision By Year's End .

Proposed Marina For Victoria, BC Looking For Government Decision By Year's End .
Monday, 28 November 2011 17:40 . .The Victoria Times Colonist newspaper has reported that the developers of a proposed luxury marina in Victoria's harbour are hoping the federal government will make a decision on the project by year's end.

The story explained that Transport Canada originally approved a navigable waters permit in May 2010, and received green lights from Fisheries and Oceans Canada and Environment Canada for a 52-slip marina.

But the $19-million project was subsequently decreased in size to a 29-slip development after a rezoning by the City of Victoria in September 2010.

New submissions for the smaller project were made to Transport Canada. Public input was then solicited for the federal government late last year and in February of this year.

Federal officials were contacted by the newspaper last Wednesday but did not provide an update on the application's status.

Marina developers would like to get a result before the end of the year. If approvals come through, that will allow marketing and construction to go ahead in 2012.

"We are still waiting on Transport Canada for the revised navigable waters permit and environmental screening," Lachlan MacLean, vice-president of WAM Development Group, said Wednesday from Vancouver.

"I think they want to be very careful because the project has been under a lot of scrutiny, so they want to make sure they have explored every avenue and make sure that they have a very robust decision."

WAM is partnering with local developer Bob Evans to build the marina and two commercial buildings in front of Songhees.

"If we can have that decision made before the end of the year, that works well going into boat show season, which kicks off early in 2012," MacLean said. They would like to promote the marina at the Seattle Boat Show starting Jan. 27, the Vancouver International Boat Show starting Feb. 8, and a show in Victoria in April.

The marina is taking reservations for slips, which would be able to handle vessels of 20 to 45 metres in length.

Federal approvals are needed before the developer can dredge the seabed under the marina site. The next window for dredging would be in July 2012. If work starts next year, the marina would open in 2013, he said.

The development project is as contentious as it is complex. Federal, provincial and municipal governments all have decision-making roles in the plan. A variety of community interests rallied to battle the marina, citing concerns including blocked views, environmental worries, decreased safety in the already busy harbour, and a dislike of large luxury yachts.

Victoria responded by downzoning the provincially owned water lot where the marina would be located, resulting in a decrease in size. The project received a development permit approval this past September for its commercial buildings.

CTV British Columbia - Severe windstorm in B.C. - News Photo Gallery

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SAVE!!! 10% OFF 2012 Yacht Charter Rates!!!!!!! Book your 2012 charter vacation before December 16th 2011 and save 10% off your charter rates!!! GREAT gift idea!!

THANKS FOR THE NICE LETTERS!!!

Hey Cindy:

I took a few photos but they are all of scenery, well there is one of me and it is horrific....LOL. Bonney has taken 181 photos and is mailing us all a CD. So there will be more to choose from. I love my photos though, lots of ambiance. Just when I was supposed to flake the sail, I think I was taking photos.....LOL.

Had an amazing time. Met some great people. Learned so much, including navigation. What I will remember the most is at the helm in 33 knots of wind and not feeling the least bit scared (thanks Mike), and stopping in the evening at different islands was just so amazing. How lucky we are to be Canadians in this beautiful country. A big thank you to Mike our skipper who accommodated us on our various levels of competence/skill, an amazing feat in itself. Thank you so much for the ride to and from the airport Cyndie, just made things run smoothly. All in all, an incredible experience, one that I won't forget in a while.

Judy, Okotoks, AB.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

WE WOULD LIKE TO WISH EVERYONE A HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
TAKE THE TIME TO REFLECT ON ALL YOU ARE THANKFULL FOR! SMILE!


Desiderata
Go placidly amid the noise and the haste,
and remember what peace there may be in silence.

As far as possible, without surrender,
be on good terms with all persons.
Speak your truth quietly and clearly;
and listen to others,
even to the dull and the ignorant;
they too have their story.
Avoid loud and aggressive persons;
they are vexatious to the spirit.


If you compare yourself with others,
you may become vain or bitter,
for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself.
Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans.
Keep interested in your own career, however humble;
it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.


Exercise caution in your business affairs,
for the world is full of trickery.
But let this not blind you to what virtue there is;
many persons strive for high ideals,
and everywhere life is full of heroism.
Be yourself. Especially do not feign affection.
Neither be cynical about love,
for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment,
it is as perennial as the grass.


Take kindly the counsel of the years,
gracefully surrendering the things of youth.
Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune.
But do not distress yourself with dark imaginings.
Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.


Beyond a wholesome discipline,
be gentle with yourself.
You are a child of the universe
no less than the trees and the stars;
you have a right to be here.
And whether or not it is clear to you,
no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.


Therefore be at peace with God,
whatever you conceive Him to be.
And whatever your labors and aspirations,
in the noisy confusion of life,
keep peace in your soul.



With all its sham, drudgery, and broken dreams,
it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.


Max Ehrmann, Desiderata

LAST MINUTE DEALS

LAST MINUTE CRUISE AND LEARNS!!!
Competent Crew and Day Skipper October 13th 4 PM - October 16th 4PM
Yacht Masters Offshore - October 11th - 18th
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COMPETENT CREW AND DAY SKIPPER COURSE

My 15 year old son, just returned from his competent crew and day skipper course last week. He had an exceptional time! He totally lided his instructor, Brain, who had him docking in some seriouse winds!!!
Aidan was challenged and surprized with what the course covered (he has been sailing for many years already). Brian covered all the basics and then some. Aidan said they did a lot of docking, navigation, chart plotting, anchor setting and ofcoarse, sailing!
They had everything from 26 degree weather to gail force winds and rain!
He had a brilliant time and I recomend this to any teen that enjoys boating!!!
Aidan is working on his Coastal Navigation in preperation to his Coastal skipper course!

COASTAL SKIPPER COURSES

SAVE $300.00 off our Coastal skipper Cruise and Learn Course
NOW ONLY $1095.00 plus insurance and HST

Only 2 spots left in our September 22nd - September 27th Coastal Skipper Course:
Coastal Skipper

This course, designed for the graduate of the Day Skipper program and marked Coastal Navigation program or people of equivalent experience, will expand your experience by navigating some of the stronger current passes. This course touches lightly on the basics as a review and continues on to more advanced levels of anchoring, sail trim, use of a cruising chute, heavy weather tactics, cruise planning, navigation and night passages. This level is commonly a prerequisite to bareboat chartering.

Prerequisites: Level 1, 2, 3, VHF & Adult First Aid (CPR)

Price includes:

5 nights live aboard accommodation, instruction & course material, towels, pillows, sleeping bags, foul weather gear and 5 hearty breakfasts, lunches, and 4 dinners!

WOW!!!!

I always wanted to learn to sail but never knew how to go about the whole ordeal. Island Cruising ensures that every aspect of your trip is taken care of, you just show up, learn, and relax. It was actually much easier than I though, and more enjoyable and fulfilling than I had even even imagined. It was in one word, AWESOME! The cruise and learn has everything that you might want in a holiday. Beautiful scenic Gulf Island tour, fascinating wild life, excellent company (thank's Anne & Chris), tasty meals and the most fun you can have learning. At the end you are one step closer to Sailing on your own anywhere in the WORLD!!!! It also helps that Dave (our instructor) was very experienced, patient and fun. A good teacher makes a big difference. Thank's Dave!
Just to think that it is possible to sail anywhere I go in the world for my next holiday puts a giant smile on my face. Now, I won't have to sit at the resorts and wish I was on a boat... I will be able to charter one myself... and forget the resort all together, just stay on the boat and go anywhere you want. That's what they mean by freedom! No one should live their life without learning to sail and if I can do it, then I'm sure that anyone can.
I will be posting some photos from the trip very soon... Be sure to stay posted, they are phenomenal!

Monika

SPECIAL DISCOUNT CRUISE & LEARNS $1050.00

May 5th 4PM - May 10th 4PM Competent Crew/Day Skipper or Coastal Skipper Courses
Level 1 + 2
Competent Crew & Day Skipper Certification

Based in the scenic cruising grounds of the Gulf Islands, this comprehensive course covers boat handling and safe seamanship practices as well as introducing the basics of coastal navigation. After departing our base at Port Sidney you'll spend five days on board a 34 - 38 ft sailboat, cruising and learning through some of the most spectacular waters in the world. You'll spend each night either at anchor under the stars or secured at a cozy marina. For those students looking for a holiday of a slightly more relaxed nature a Competent Crew standard has been developed to provide a sufficient level of knowledge to assist in the safe operation of a vessel.

Level 4
Coastal Skipper

This course, designed for the graduate of the Day Skipper program and marked Coastal Navigation program or people of equivalent experience, will expand your experience by navigating some of the stronger current passes. This course touches lightly on the basics as a review and continues on to more advanced levels of anchoring, sail trim, use of a cruising chute, heavy weather tactics, cruise planning, navigation and night passages. This level is commonly a prerequisite to bareboat chartering.

Prerequisites: Level 1, 2, 3, VHF & Adult First Aid (CPR)

Price includes:

6 nights live aboard accommodation, instruction & course material, towels, pillows, sleeping bags, foul weather gear and 5 hearty breakfasts, lunches, and dinners!

CALL NOW to reserve your spot!!!!! 250-656-7070

ONLY ONE SPOT LEFT!!

We need to fill our last spots in our upcoming Cruise & Learn course.

Boarding: April 22 at 4:00 p.m. at the Port Sidney Marina
Returning: April 27 at 4:00 pm. at the Port Sidney Marina

Competent Crew & Day Skipper (Level 1 & 2)
students also welcome.

Competent Crew and Day Skipper (Level 1 & 2)

Based in the scenic cruising grounds of the Gulf Islands, this comprehensive course covers boat handling and safe seamanship practices as well as the basics of navigation. You will spend each night at anchor under the stars or secured at a cozy marina. For those students looking for a more relaxed holiday, the Competent Crew standard will provide a sufficient level of knowledge to assist in the safe operation of a vessel.

WAS $1295 per person

NOW $1050 per person

Price includes: Live-aboard stay, instruction, course material, linen, foul weather gear and all meals.

Please note: This promotion is only applicable to this cruise and learn and cannot be applied to already made bookings. Thank you for your understanding.

Dont miss this great price!
Please contact us ASAP if you are interested.


250-656-7070
1-800-663-5311
info@islandcruising.com

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Victoria Inner Harbour Floating Boat Show

Along with new and brokerage (pre-owned) boats that will be on display, several new exhibitors have joined this very exciting event. Having moved to Victoria's Inner Habour we have increased our land based exhibitors by 100%.

Visit over 150 boats on display as well as many booth exhibits with marine related products ranging from: electronics, sounders, radios, insurance companies, financial institutions, clothing gear, diving gear, dinghy's and much, much more!

SHOW HOURS
April 28 to May 1, 2011 - Victoria's Inner Harbour
Thursday to Friday - 11am to 6pm
Saturday and Sunday - 10am to 5pm

ADMISSION
Boarding Pass - $10.00
Students/Seniors - $8.00
Three-day pass - $25.00

Visa and Mastercard accepted at the gate.

VANCOUVER OUTDOOR ADVENTURE & TRAVEL SHOW

VANCOUVER OUTDOOR ADVENTURE & TRAVEL SHOW


MARCH 19 AND 20TH 2011 VANCOUVER CONVENTION CENTRE


SATURDAY MARCH 19TH 10AM - 6PM
SUNDAY MARCH 20TH 10AM-5PM

COME AND VISIT US AT BOOTH 733

See it! Do it! Live it!

Explore BC's largest adventure & travel show offering pre-season deals on the newest outdoor gear and amazing travel destinations! See canoe & kayak experts in the Whitewater Demo Pool or ignite your passion for biking, hiking, running, water, board or mountain sports at over 200 exhibits!