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Exploring the North Coast of British Columbia

Author : Don Douglass

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 39,88 MB

Release : 2002

Category : Pilot guides

ISBN : 9780938665809

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Exploring the North Coast of British Columbia takes seafaring explorers from the famous Nakwakto Rapids to the Alaska border. This ultimate pilothouse resource describes previously uncharted Spiller channel and Griffin Passage, the stunning scenery of Belize Inlet, Queens Sound, Burke and Dean Channels, Douglas channel, Gardner Canal, Principe Channel and the seldom-visited turquoise waters of Portland Canal. This revised second edition helps you plot a course for the beautiful South Moresby Island of the Queen Charlottes, known for its rare flora and fauna, and for its historical sites of native Haida culture. FineEdge.com's completely updated and comprehensive pilothouse guide now includes the West Coast of the Queen Charlotte Islands. All waypoints are updated and standardized to NAD 83.







Exploring the South Coast of British Columbia

Author : Don Douglass

Publisher : Fine Edge Productions

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 34,73 MB

Release : 2009

Category : Pilot guides

ISBN : 9781932310238

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The South Coast of British Columbia is the nautical gateway to the beautiful and unmatched natural environment of the Northwest. From the balmy Gulf Islands and Desolation Sound, through Johnstone Strait, to the primitive and pristine cruising and fishing grounds of the north end of Vancouver Island, these waterways offer unforgettable experiences. This well-researched guidebook contains the expert local knowledge you need for exploring hundreds of islands, deeply-cut fjords and saltwater rapids. It includes up-to-date pilothouse information to help you plan your routes carefully and discover small, intimate coves where you can safely anchor each night. The Douglasses, veterans of cruising from 60 degrees north to 56 degrees south, are considered the local knowledge experts of the coast of British Columbia. Their articles have appeared in nautical magazines, their presentations are featured at trawler fests and boat shows.





The Wild Coast III : a Kayaking, Hiking and Recreation Guide for BC's South Coast and East Vancouver Island

Author : John Kimantas

Publisher : North Vancouver, B.C. : Whitecap Books

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 31,83 MB

Release : 2007

Category : Hiking

ISBN : 9781552858424

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A well-illustrated guide to BC's South Coast and the east coast of Vancouver Island, including history and geography. 10 distinct areas are identified with attractions, ecology, amenities, place names, landing and camp sites.



Exploring the Pacific Coast

Author : Don Douglass

Publisher : Fine Edge Productions

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 49,25 MB

Release : 2009

Category : Pilot guides

ISBN : 9781932310221

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The Exploring the Pacific Coast, 2nd Edition contains recently researched information of all the places to tie up or anchor your boat from the Mexican border to Seattle. Over 500 of the best marinas and anchor sites are detailed with chart numbers, GPS waypoints, entrance and harbor diagrams, as well as specific information on marinas, complete with phone numbers and websites. The entrance bars of the northern coast are detailed with Proven Cruising Routes, numerous aerial photographs and key local knowledge. Covered in exacting detail are all the boating areas: San Diego to Santa Barbara, every anchor site in the outstanding Channel Islands, the greater SF Bay Area, the lower Columbia River, and the greater Puget Sound. Every gunkhole along the entire Pacific Coast offering temporary or overnight shelter is documented, including attractions in the San Juan Islands and lower British Columbia. Also included are excerpts from the Coast Pilot, first-hand accounts of Fine Edge research trips on Baidarka and significant contributions by well-known cruising experts Bob and Carolyn Mehaffy, Ann Kinner, Roderick Nash, Kevin Monahan and Michelle and Jerry Gaylord. With the local knowledge in this breakthrough guidebook, the entire Pacific Coast becomes local boating. Nearly every boater can now plan coastal day trips or a voyage up the coast to Alaska or down to Mexico..



Kayak Routes of the Pacific Northwest Coast

Author : Peter McGee

Publisher : Greystone Books

Page : 353 pages

File Size : 23,36 MB

Release : 2004-04-01

Category : Travel

ISBN : 192681214X

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A complete guide to kayaking one of the world’s great paddling destinations. Whether you are planning a day’s paddle or a two-week excursion, Kayak Routes of the Pacific Northwest Coast has everything you need to know. This newly updated and expanded book explores eighteen regions from Oregon to British Columbia. Explore the glacier-carved cliffs of the vast Lower Columbia River or travel through Puget Sound and the intricate islets and reefs of Washington State’s San Juan Islands. Discover the Lower Mainland’s Gulf Islands National Park Reserve, home to such diverse wildlife as orca whales, seals and bald eagles, or head to the haunting archipelagos of Queen Charlotte Islands/Haida Gwaii and British Columbia’s far northern coast. New for this edition are sections on the historic Lower Columbia River and rugged Queen Charlotte Strait. Not sure where to start? Detailed overviews summarize the more than 30 kayak routes described in this book, including suggestions on the required skill level, the duration of the trip, the foreseeable hazards, and the charts and tide tables to buy—features which make planning a cinch. Easy-to-read maps let you see the trip at a glance, and provide practical information about how to get to the launch spot.



Moon Vancouver & Canadian Rockies Road Trip

Author : Carolyn B. Heller

Publisher : Moon Travel

Page : 629 pages

File Size : 35,84 MB

Release : 2019-06-04

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1640491953

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From the ocean to the mountains, go off the beaten path and into the heart of Western Canada with Moon Vancouver & Canadian Rockies Road Trip. Eat, Sleep, Stop and Explore: With lists of the best trails, views, and more, you can hike the Rocky Mountains, canoe in Lake Louise, and snorkel with seals in the Pacific. Explore one of Vancouver's many parks, soak up the surfer vibe in Tofino, or go wine-tasting in the Okanagan Flexible Itineraries: Drive the entire two-week road trip or follow strategic routes like a week-long drive along the coast of British Columbia, as well as suggestions for spending time in Victoria, Vancouver, Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper, and the Okanagan Maps and Driving Tools: 49 easy-to-use maps keep you oriented on and off the highway, along with site-to-site mileage, driving times, detailed directions for the entire route, and full-color photos throughout Local Expertise: Seasoned road-tripper and Canadian Carolyn B. Heller shares her passion for the mountains, shores, and rich history of Vancouver and the Canadian Rockies How to Plan Your Trip: Know when and where to get gas and how to avoid traffic, plus tips for driving in different road and weather conditions and suggestions for LGBTQ travelers, seniors, and road-trippers with kids With Moon Vancouver & Canadian Rockies Road Trip's practical tips, flexible itineraries, and local know-how, you're ready to fill up the tank and hit the road. Looking to explore more of North America on wheels? Try Moon Pacific Northwest Road Trip. Hanging out for a while? Check out Moon Vancouver, Moon British Columbia, or Moon Canadian Rockies.



Backpacking in Southwestern British Columbia

Author : Taryn Eyton

Publisher : Greystone Books Ltd

Page : 257 pages

File Size : 22,27 MB

Release : 2021-05-11

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 1771646691

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A one-stop resource for hiking backpackers in beautiful British Columbia. Planning your next backpacking adventure? This book covers all the essentials including: 40 overnight hiking trails: discover the many different routes that BC has to offer Packing tips: take only the most essential items with you (plus a few comforts) Permitting: find out what permits you’ll need, and where to get them Camp set-up: tips for where to pitch your tent and how to find water Environmental impact: learn how to Leave No Trace behind in the wilderness This book features backpacking routes from the North Shore up to Pemberton and Lytton and from the Sunshine Coast out to the Similkameen Valley. Beautiful photographs showcase what you’ll see along the way: mountain peaks, alpine meadows, waterfalls, old-growth forests, and more. Every backpacking route in the book includes bonus features: Trail maps and route descriptions Elevation, distance and time information Points of cultural and natural history Pre-planning hints about fees, permits, and reservations Suggested side trips and points of particular interest Backpacking in Southwestern British Columbia also shares options for extending an overnight excursion to several nights or a week, and for selecting hikes that match your timeline/fitness level.