With Paddle Canada courses set to resume today, I want to share a few techniques that instructors in BC and around the globe have come up with for conducting assisted rescues with physical distancing. The experimental ideas in these videos provide good food for thought. It’s great to see folks getting creative and taking theContinue reading “Assisted rescues with physical distancing”
Author Archives: Caroline Ross
Facing fear through courageous action
As sea kayakers, we face fear a lot. Whether it’s flipping upside down for that first wet exit, setting out on that first big open-water crossing, or making that first foray onto the standing wave at Surge Narrows, we all know what it’s like to have the weight of fear with us in the boat.Continue reading “Facing fear through courageous action”
Jellyfish, over easy
An unexpected sight while paddling in the Nanaimo Harbour last week: dozens of Fried Egg Jellyfish lazing just below the surface of the waters in Newcastle Channel. These distinctive jellyfish come by their name honestly: each one looks like an egg that’s been cracked into the water – from the bright yellow “yolk” at theContinue reading “Jellyfish, over easy”
We’re live! See you on the water soon!
We’re excited to launch our new web site — and our new kayak instruction company! crosscurrents kayak offers individual and small group sea kayak instruction on central Vancouver Island, with a focus on novice paddlers. We customize our lesson plans to your specific needs, allowing you to work on the skills you’d most like toContinue reading “We’re live! See you on the water soon!”
Crosscurrents Kayak 