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In Memory of Lynn Greentree (s/v Dolphin Tales)
Debbie Greentree
After a courageous journey of riding and racing on the waves of life, from the highest peaks to the flattest and most calm waters, Lynn’s journey finally came to an end. Lynn rejoins his parents and his three brothers. Lynn leaves behind his wife and best friend Debbie, children Christa (& Scott), Dean (& Robyn); […]
Vancouver Island Fleet Report – March 2022
Al Kitchen – VI Fleet Coordinator
The V.I. Fleet welcomed another new member on Wednesday March 9 as Carl Homer was able to join our group virtually from Mid-Island. The introductory announcements covered Leaver’s packages, the BCA Fleet Map, the V.I. Fleet rendezvous, Vancouver Island Cruising Experience (VICE): the Vancouver Island circumnavigation shake-down cruise, and upcoming Education opportunities. Mike and Shirley […]
Expired Flares Disposal Opportunities
Rosario Passos
What can you do with your expired flares? Canadian Power and Sail Squadrons, in cooperation with Transport Canada and CIL Dealers, are providing some opportunities for boaters to drop off their expired flares at no charge. March 26, 2022 – Vancouver Island (Victoria) Flares can be dropped off at Trotac Marine: 370 Gorge Rd E, […]
Vancouver Fleet Report – February 2022
Cameron and Marianne McLean, Vancouver Fleet Coordinators
The February meeting of the Vancouver Fleet was held by Zoom on February 22. The program was Rigging presented by Ian Weedman who operates the iconic Brion Toss Yacht Rigging shop in Point Hudson Harbor, Port Townsend, Washington. Ian has been rigging classic and contemporary sailboats for over 20 years. Plans for VICE 2022 […]
Vancouver Island Fleet Report – February 2022
Al Kitchen – VI Fleet Coordinator
The VI Fleet is lucky to continue to welcome new members as the season progresses and we did so on February 9 when Siggi and Johanne Kemmler joined us for a look at safety gear and sail repair and maintenance. But not until we had volunteers for March (the Hiscocks) and April (Marina Steele & […]
Introducing BCA’s 2022 Board of Directors
Jennifer Handley
BCA’s Board of the Directors and Their Responsibilities BCA’s Board of Directors (BOD) consists of the Commodore, Past Commodore, Vice Commodore, Secretary, Treasurer and three Chapter Vice Commodores: The Commodore, Vice Commodore, Secretary, and Treasurer are elected by the membership for a one year term at the Annual General Meeting which is traditionally held in […]
Vancouver Fleet Report – January 2022
Cameron and Marianne McLean, Vancouver Fleet Coordinators
The December meeting of the Vancouver Fleet, attended by ten people, was held over dinner at a restaurant in Stamps Landing . It was in the spirit of the Christmas Potluck suppers we used to have at the McLeans’ house. New members Mary and Dave Kruger, Synchronicity, were welcomed to the Fleet. The January meeting […]
Vancouver Island Fleet Report – January 2022
Al Kitchen – VI Fleet Coordinator
Our meeting this month started with a lengthy list of announcements as the group sorts out several activities targeting the cruising season this year. Philip and Michelle Cook volunteered to present February’s Show and Tell before Werner Kurz and Sarah Beukema told us about the many advantages of having their Motorola T600 “Talk About” walkie […]
Updating Your Personal Profile – A New Video Tutorial for BCA Members
Jennifer Handley
The Board of Directors and the BCA Directory coordination team are pleased to introduce the second in a series of succinct video tutorials designed to assist BCA members navigate the BCA website in order to keep their membership information accurate and up-to-date. Check out this brief video which shows how BCA members (both primary and […]
Vancouver Island Fleet Report: November 2021
Al Kitchen – VI Fleet Coordinator
We had 24 sailors in attendance for the Vancouver Island Fleet meeting on November 16. The topic, Medical Preparations for Offshore, is always in high demand and there is always lots of material to cover (even without COVID-19 to consider). We are gifted on the Island to have Dr. Catherine Ascah with her history in […]
