Newbie-ish

[McWilly]

Hey all;

Newbie to this forum, checking in.

I used to paddle a lot (lakes and mild whitewater in canoes and kayaks) in my early teens up in the Yukon. Its been a long time since I did any moving water paddling, and I'm trying to get back into it.

I've been borrowing a boat (Riot Nitro) from work for the last little bit and paddling around Willows Beach in Vic trying to get a feel back. Finally managed to complete the important part of an Eskimo Roll too..... I'd like to try running something swifter that the ocean, but I have no idea where to go around the south island, and no-one to paddle with at the moment. I'd like to buy my own gear, but I want to actually paddle a few times first to make sure I'm as into it as I think I am.

I've got a truck that'll get to pretty much any paddling spot conceivable, but carrying boats on it is a bit of a challenge. Here's a shot of it with the boat I've been using.
http://www.blackflag4x4.com/upload/IMG_2525.JPG

Cheers, Kyle

[s-kayak]

Kyle,
I'm under the impression there's no water in our rivers right now but if you come up to Ucluelet, we'll show a different "ocean" that might get your adreniline levels up. The club (VIWPS) hosts a surf-kayak weekend up here Sept 19-20 - a good way to get to know people. We're usually available on weekends to go for a surf, as well.
Christine & Willie

[George Walford]

Where are you based out of? I have a full second set of gear. Well, except for a second helmet.

I am planning on heading out to the Cowichan once we get some water again, and I can find some other people to go with. I live in Victoria myself.

[McWilly]

Kyle,
I'm under the impression there's no water in our rivers right now but if you come up to Ucluelet, we'll show a different "ocean" that might get your adreniline levels up. The club (VIWPS) hosts a surf-kayak weekend up here Sept 19-20 - a good way to get to know people. We're usually available on weekends to go for a surf, as well.
Christine & Willie

I'm actually headed up to Tofino with my brothers for a surfing trip next weekend (they're on boards, I'd like to bring the Kayak). Hence the reason I've been working so hard on my roll lately (had a pool session this evening, and I think my roll's getting good enough to tackle some surf). I don't know what the plan is or where we're actually hitting the water, but it would be sweet to have someone show me the ropes.

Where are you based out of? I have a full second set of gear. Well, except for a second helmet.

I am planning on heading out to the Cowichan once we get some water again, and I can find some other people to go with. I live in Victoria myself.

I live in Victoria as well.

[s-kayak]

Kyle,
Well, give us a call when you get out here and we'll see if we're available to come out - or give some advice on the best beach. I hope you have reservations for a place to stay - it's 0% vacancy time out here, right now.
Christine & Will Brice
250-726-2311

[McWilly]

Kyle,
Well, give us a call when you get out here and we'll see if we're available to come out - or give some advice on the best beach. I hope you have reservations for a place to stay - it's 0% vacancy time out here, right now.
Christine & Will Brice
250-726-2311

I'll have to take you up on that. We're renting a house for the weekend so we're all good on a place to stay.

[Barndog]

I'd love to join you on some trips out of Victoria. I have access to 3 boats and gear.

Let me know when you start to head out. I have 3 months off work starting Sept. 30 and am looking for as much paddling as I can get.


Mike
250-886-6671