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Vancouver Fleet Report: December 2016

Rosario Passos

As tradition dictates, the December meeting of the Vancouver Fleet is always a social get together in the form of a pot-luck dinner. 2016 was no exception, and this anticipated event took place again just before Christmas, on a dark and cold winter night, at Cam and Marianne’s place in Vancouver. Being the gracious hosts […]

Vancouver Island Fleet Report: December 2016

Connie Morahan

On December 7, thirty Vancouver Island Fleet members attended a presentation on Offshore Sail Trim and Techniques by Connie and Daragh. The Weather Group reviewed the first of their Virtual Passages : “Tonga / Fiji to New Zealand”. Presentation topics for January 2017 will include: January 11th:     Weather Routing Services and getting Forecasts at sea […]

Calgary Fleet Report: November 2016

Christine McGregor

The Calgary chapter Fleet had their third meeting of the year on November 21 and as always it was a great evening of learning and sharing among friends. It was a special evening in a couple of ways:  first of all was our main conversation topic, which gave Cathy Norrie the opportunity to share some […]

Not Too Early to Update Your Member Profile for the 2017 Member Directory!

Donna Sassaman

Make it one of your New Year’s resolutions to check your BCA website information today! Is the information accurate and up-to-date regarding your: Boat name and type, Marina or Currently Cruising, Mailing address, Phone number(s), Email address, Ham and/or VHF licence, Spouse/partner, if applicable, Yacht club membership, And/or change in BCA membership status from Regular […]

Vancouver Island Fleet Report: November 2016

Connie Morahan

On November 9, Dr. Catharine Ascah provided information to Fleet members about medical topics of interest  to bluewater cruisers including common ailments, medications, first aid kits, travel vaccines and travel to Mexico. The November 23 meeting highlight was a presentation on Celestial Navigation by Andrew Evans, an accomplished solo-sailor from the Royal Victoria Yacht Club. […]

Vancouver Fleet Report: November 2016

Rosario Passos

The third meeting of the Vancouver Fleet of 2017 was at 1900 hours at the Scottish Cultural Centre on November 22. As part of our Show and Tell, Darren Bos from Leeway showed a reel of flat webbing to be used as a shore line.  He made it himself and will provide Fleet with a […]

Volunteer Positions of the Month: VI Vice Commodore / Advertising Watchkeeper

Donna Sassaman, Directory Coordinator

This month, BCA highlights two dynamic opportunities for members with the right skills, experience, and interest! If one of these positions has your name written all over it, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator. Vice Commodore for Vancouver Island – Victoria Purpose of the position To ensure the smooth functioning of Chapter club nights, Watch meetings, and […]

The Volunteer Position of the Month: VI Education Watchkeeper

Donna Sassaman, Directory Coordinator

The Vancouver Island Chapter needs a dynamic, collaborative, and educationally-minded member to coordinate educational offerings for the Greater Victoria area. Do you want to contribute the Chapter’s operations? Are you ready to join a great team: the VI Watch? Do you want to attend club nights for free?!? Other benefits include: Meeting more BCA members; […]

BCA Annual General Meeting

Jennifer Handley

Notice is hereby given to all BCA members: Annual General Meeting and Election of Directors Date:  Wednesday, December 14, 2016 Time:  1930h Place:  Scottish Cultural Centre, 8886 Hudson Street, Vancouver BC The business of the AGM will include a review of year-end 2015 Financial Statements and operations reports, as well as interim Financial Reports for […]

Vancouver Island Fleet Report: September & October

Connie Morahan

The first meeting of VI Fleet 2016/17 took place on September 28 at Royal Victoria Yacht Club.  More than 20 people attended and introduced themselves and their cruising plans.  This was followed by a couple of presentations by returning Fleet members (Glen & Mary Wilson on Moonshadow VI; Brian Short & Glenda Wray on Carpe […]