Desolation Sound Marine Park BC Kayak/Camp FULL - Sat, Jul 30 2016, Sun, Jul 31 2016, Mon, Aug 1 2016, Tue, Aug 2 2016, Wed, Aug 3 2016, Thu, Aug 4 2016, Fri, Aug 5 2016, Sat, Aug 6 2016, Sun, Aug 7 2016

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Desolation Sound Marine Park BC Kayak/Camp FULL (7/30/2016)

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED:Once you've reviewed the event details, and decided you'd like to join us, you MUST sign up at the bottom of this page.You will then make your payment for this event at the venue, NOT in advance to the COC.

You are STRONGLY encouraged to read this page in its entirety before signing up. If you'd like to attend, we ask that you abide by our rules and procedures as a time/cost saving process (with an end result of keeping membership free and lower cost events).

The Basics:

Event Type:

Water - Flat

Event Location:

Desolation Sound Marine Park, LUND, BC

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jul 30 2016, Sun, Jul 31 2016, Mon, Aug 1 2016, Tue, Aug 2 2016, Wed, Aug 3 2016, Thu, Aug 4 2016, Fri, Aug 5 2016, Sat, Aug 6 2016, Sun, Aug 7 2016 7:00 AM (Carpool Departure: 7:00 AM *log in for location*)

Registration Cut Off:

Mon, Nov 21 2016 6:00:00 PM

Event Duration:

5 days kayaking - 9 days total incl travel

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Event Coordinator(s):

Dicte (Benn)
Karin S
You must be logged in to get the Event Coordinator contact information.

Member Cost:

$550.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 18 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests:

Minimum Group Size:

Maximum No. Guests Per Member:

Number Registered So Far:

12 (Log in to see who's signed up.)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

July 30 - August 7
This trip is amazing!!
See wildlife, camp on islands. There's a reason why this place is called the Sunshine Coast.

This park is a boater’s paradise at the confluence of Malaspina Inlet and Homfray Channel. Enjoy the spectacular vistas and calm waters. Explore the islands and coves that make up the unique shoreline. Desolation Sound Marine Provincial Park has more than 60 km of shoreline, several islands, numerous small bays and snug coves. The warm waters of the park are ideal for swimming and snorkeling; the forested upland offers a shady refuge of trails, small lakes and campsites.

Expect 3-5 hours of kayaking per day. Participants will be expected to demonstrate ability to perform a sea kayak self-rescue. No exceptions. If you have not kayaked before, join us on the other various local kayak events we will be organizing.

REQUIREMENTS :
- Bring a fun, accommodating, group-oriented attitude. If you can't play, don't go.
- Although this is one of the safer places to kayak on the coast, there are long crossings and potential for wind (3 ~ 5 ft or more waves).
- Demonstrate ability to self-rescue
- There will be a final pre- trip meet prior to departure.
- You MUST attend one or more local kayak events put on by the coordinator to determine your ability and for paddle practice. If you can do an overnighter for practice even better!
- Though we will be paddling in a group for safety at the speed of the slowest kayaker, do not make the group wait for you just because you're not fit enough.
- You are to follow the direction of the coordinators at all times. Call us Captain Bligh, it's for your safety. If you decide to mutiny, you're on your own.
- If you can't be patient for others or won't consider group safety over self-fulfillment, this is NOT the trip for you.
- Personal kayaks will only be accommodated with permission of the coordinator. We reserve the right to not allow your boat on the trip if we determine your kayak not being appropriate for the trip, or accommodation/cost of transport.
- You may be required to share a tent and to keep gear to a minimum and to lighten the load.

ITINERARY :
Saturday - We'll drive and convoy out to Vancouver, stay in a hostel.
Sunday - Shop for fresh groceries and travel up the coast(at least to Powell River). camp overnight.
Monday - AM, set off with the kayaks from Okeover Harbour over to Hare Point, Okeover Inlet
Tuesday - kayak to Curme Islands
Wednesday - to W Redonda Island - Roscoe Bay - walk to Black Lake - swim/clean up - kayak back to Curme Islands
Thursday - We'll head west over to the north end of the Copeland Islands.
Friday - back the mainland and as far as time allows. Camp overnight at Saltery Bay.
Saturday - Take the ferry back to Vancouver - night out and stay at a hostel.
Sunday - Arrive back at Calgary late evening.

COSTS :
Costs are currently approximate. If total costs are over the estimated amount, you agree to pay the balance being split among the group when the final bill is tallied up. Any excess funds will be directed back towards the group. This is a communal event, so we will be sharing all costs, tents, cooking and any other duty, except for personal items. See below for cancellation policy.

PAYMENT :
- Email Ben at vospermtb@gmail.com on how to pay
- You are required to pay within a week of signing up. Your spot is not confirmed until the deposit has been paid. If there is high demand for this event, you may be bumped off if someone else pays before you.

Required Items to Bring:
List of required items and coordination of gear to share will be organized as a group through e-mails and meetings.

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Head WEST.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

2500Km

Carpool Departure Time:

7:00 AM

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $825.00 (calculated at total Km * $0.33, effective Tuesday, May 12, 2026). This is based on $0.16/Km for maintenance, plus current gas price divide by 9. Alternately your carpool driver may choose to split the maintenance cost plus the actual gas cost among all in the vehicle. Your carpool driver will confirm exactly how much money they require to cover costs. Please split the actual cost among all people in the vehicle.

Notes:

- Details of this event are subject to undergo a change at any point in time, with or without warning.
- Notice any errors or problems in the information on this page? Please notify our Content Editor(s), Wendy W and Lynda H., at content@calgaryoutdoorclub.com.

Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$550.00/Person

Cost Includes:

- food share
- kayak rental
- camping or hostel fees
- ferries and ferry reservations
- does not include carpool cost (~$175 per person (3 to a vehicle)
- Participants are required to make up for any shortfall in costs or if there is an excess, it will be channeled back to the group for use in any other costs like fuel, non-kayaking time food etc.

Make a Payment:

Although there is a cost for this event, you do not pay through the COC. Please review the event details carefully for information about how/where to make your payment.

Voluntary Donation: ( What is this?)
Suggested donation amount for this event is: $2.00/Person.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance:
*Note:

As we have to commit to reservations early to ensure availability of lodging and equipment, cancellation without a person to fill your spot will result in loss of payment as follows:
- Before May 01: full refund
- After May 01 and before June 01: 50% refund
- After June 01: NO refunds
Note that just because someone is on the waitlist it is not a guarantee that they will fill your spot.