Winter Explorer Series
Our Winter Explorer Series offer 2 different experiences:Winter Paddling Tours
Our popular Winter Paddling Tours are back! This year we are offering 8 Winter Paddling Tours visiting 5 of Vancouver's most popular paddling destinations. These 2 hour tours run on selected Saturdays starting Nov. 7th and continuing until March 6th. Choose from two tour times, 10:00-12:00 noon or 1:00-3:00 pm. Tour size is limited this year, so book early to ensure your spot. To register for these tours please contact our bookings department at 604-987-8028 or email GroupBooking from our contact form.
| Price: | $50 for tours departing from Deep Cove $60 for tours departing from all other locations $400 for all 8 tours |
| Prerequisite: | Level 1 or equivalent paddling experience |
| Intensity: | Low to Moderate |
| Date & Times: | November 7th, 2009 at Deep Cove November 21st, 2009 at Ambleside December 5th, 2009 at Deep Cove December 19th, 2009 at Whitecliff Park January 9th, 2010 at Deep Cove January 23rd, 2010 at Buntzen Lake February 6th, 2010 at Deep Cove March 6th, 2010 at Porteau Cove |
What to bring
Immersion attire, dry-suit or wetsuit and paddling top, provided.
Note: to utilize dry-suits participants must provide their own insulating layers similar to those worn during snow sports.
- Mandatory:
secure wet footwear, swimsuit or insulating long sleeved non-cotton top and bottom, non-cotton toque, water bottle, towel, and a change of clothes. Tether strap for glasses. - " We have limited space at our shop. Please leave valuables at home or in your vehicle. Or bring along a drybag.
Winter 2010 Explorer Tours
Have friends coming into town for the big events this winter and want to show them around? Interested in seeing our snow capped mountains from a different perspective? The water is clear and the air is crisp at this time of year. This winter we are offering 2.5 hour daily guided tours from 10:30-1:00pm. Our knowledgeable guides will share the local history, discuss the geography, and interpret the marine wildlife. The tour includes a fiberglass kayak and equipment, locally made treat, hot chocolate or tea, and paddling attire. Groups are kept small for more informative and intimate tours.
The 2010 Winter Explorer is open to all abilities; our professional guides will cover the basic concepts of kayaking before getting on the water.
To reserve your spot call 604-987-8028 or email GroupBooking from our contact form.
| Price: | $95 |
| Prerequisite: | No experience necessary |
| Intensity: | Low |
| Date & Times: | Everyday 10:30-1:00 February 5th to March 21st |
What to bring
Immersion attire, dry-suit or wetsuit and paddling top, provided.
Note: to utilize dry-suits participants must provide their own insulating layers similar to those worn during snow sports.
- Mandatory:
secure wet footwear, swimsuit or insulating long sleeved non-cotton top and bottom, non-cotton toque, water bottle, towel, and a change of clothes. Tether strap for glasses. - " We have limited space at our shop. Please leave valuables at home or in your vehicle. Or bring along a drybag.