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Eagle Harbour Paddle
West Vancouver coastline deserves respect. The winds and waves from Howe Sound get mixed up with those from the Straight of Georgia, which can get confusing and unpredictable quickly. My previous attempt at paddling here ended with me in the water and learning some valuable lessons. When Howard made plans for a short day-paddle around…
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Paddle Camping at Plumper Cove, Keats Island
From our various trips to the Sunshine Coast, I became aware of the small provincial marine park: Plumper Cove on Keats Island, just across the water from Gibsons Harbour. It features 20 campsites, pit toilets, and a pump for fresh water (but with a long-term boil water advisory) during the summer months. Camping is $16…
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Porteau Cove Paddle
During our recent camping trip at Porteau Cove Provincial Park, I got up bright and early at 5am and treated myself to an incredible view. I launched at 5:30am and paddled north towards the best views I’ve seen in a while. The water was very calm but not glassy, as there’s a slight northerly wind…