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Vancouver Island Fleet – December 2025
Campbell Good and Cathy Norrie, VI Fleet Coordinators
Vancouver Island Fleet met for their first meeting on December 14 at Campbell Good and Jennifer Handley’s home. There were 22 in attendance, representing 13 boats. We were thrilled that the place was packed and many people brought Christmas goodies which were gobbled up at break time. Once we were able to get everyone’s attention, […]
Vancouver Fleet – November 2025
Marilyn Sanford
November was a great month for the 2026 Fleet! The final numbers on Fleet participation are excellent; there are 28 vessels signed up with a total of 38 participants. The November Fleet meeting had a communication hiccup that resulted in a false launch at 7:00pm. In hindsight, it actually worked out because the Zoom Fleet […]
Environmentally and Socially Responsible Cruising – Progress Report 2025
Environmentally and Socially Responsible Cruising Working Group
The Environmentally and Socially Responsible Cruising working group (ESRC) was formed to promote and implement the BCA value of Caring: Respecting our environment, the communities we visit and each other which was adopted at the BCA’s strategy session in 2023. The ESRC working group issued its first progress report in March 2024. This update highlights […]
Currents Cover Photo Contest 2025
Barb Peck
It is time for the popular Currents Cover Photo Contest again. Our monthly “PDF” publication needs great photos to grace its covers for 2026! Your photos should be clearly related to what BCA is all about; thus, although we are keen to see boats, your image may reflect the BCA vision, mission, or values without […]
An Invitation to Join the Vancouver Island Fleet
Campbell Good, VI Fleet Coordinator
We are happy to announce that the VI Fleet of 2025/26 is finally getting organized for the year. Fleet membership is very beneficial if you are planning to go offshore in the next couple of years or if you are curious about how you might take that big step. The earlier you get started on the […]
Notice of BCA Annual General Meeting and Awards Ceremony (2025)
Jennifer Handley
All BCA members in good standing are invited to attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday December 4, 2025. Hosted by BCA’s Commodore, David Vincent, the meeting will be held via Zoom, starting at 1930h PST / 2030h MST. (Zoom room will open at 1900h PST.) Please demonstrate your commitment to BCA and its […]
Vancouver Fleet Report – October
Marilyn Sanford
The Vancouver Fleet is officially under way for another exciting season! The second hybrid meeting took place at the Scottish Cultural Centre, where 15 members attended in person and 12 joined via Zoom. This year’s fleet includes 21 vessels and 37 sailors — a great turnout! Show & Tell After welcoming guests, Education Watchkeeper Kit […]
All Fleet Chapters Welcome at Vancouver October Meeting
Marilyn Sanford
Each chapter has a Fleet group consisting of those members preparing to venture farther afield in the coming year or soon thereafter. Members may include those planning to head offshore, sail around Vancouver Island or travel up the coast, exploring and venturing into new territories. This previous article here provides more information about Fleet and […]
Vancouver Fleet Report – September
Marilyn Sanford
What a great start to the Fleet of 2026! The energy in the room was palpable, with 17 participants attending in person and another five joining via Zoom. This marked Vancouver Fleet’s first hybrid meeting—and the first in-person Fleet gathering since the shift to COVID-inspired online sessions. Being together again brought a welcome sense of […]
Call for BCA Award Nominations
David Mitchell
As summer draws to a close and we settle into the quieter rhythm of the shoulder season, it’s a perfect moment to reflect on the many milestones Bluewater Cruising Association members have achieved in their cruising journeys. Preparing for offshore adventures takes dedication, and one of the most inspiring motivators is celebrating those who have […]
