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2015 BCA Cruising Awards Nominations
Rosario Passos
If you think you are eligible, or wish to nominate someone for a sailing award, now is the time to do it! As you may be aware, BCA offers a number of cruising awards to its members, such as: 999 Coastal Award Offshore Crew Award Skipper’s Offshore Award (Owner’s) Offshore Award among other perpetual awards […]
Vancouver Fleet Report: September
Cameron and Marianne McLean, Vancouver Fleet Coordinators
The first meeting of the Fleet of 2016 was held on September 22 1900h at the Scottish Cultural Centre. Members of the new Fleet introduced themselves and volunteered for the various Fleet committees. Then we had presentations from Karina of Sea Rover II on their trip to Mexico. This was followed by Cresswell Walker and […]
In Memoriam – Peter Thomas
David Newsome
“Is this frequency in use please? Is this frequency in use please?” That was the voice of VE7 Papa Tango, Peter Thomas, as you waited by your radio for your “sched” with Peter. Position report, course, speed, along with weather trends were the first order of business. Only then was there time for casual chit-chat. […]
About the Vancouver Island Fleet
Connie and Al, VI Fleet Coordinators
Fleet is an education focus group for those planning to head offshore in the next year or two. The Fleet group meets regularly and offers development in the form of meetings, workshops, vendors’ visits, and boat visits. Fleet is also excellent for Doners who are preparing for another voyage: Get primed, updated, and meet the […]
August Rendezvous: Dreaming of the Med
Rosario Passos
The BCA August Rendezvous is just around the corner. This year, the theme for this fun get together is the Mediterranean, and the venue is Newscastle Island Marine Provincial Park. We have reserved a group campsite in the park, so feel free to bring a tent and camp for the night… Space on the dock […]
BCA’s Website – A Constant Work in Progress!
Jennifer Handley
The Bluewater Cruising Association website is a constant work in progress, never complete, always in need of updates, and often the topic of discussion as users find “issues” to bring to the attention of the Webmaster and/or Board of Directors or want to see changes/improvements. Managing our website is a huge, time-consuming undertaking, with its […]
About the Vancouver Fleet
Cameron and Marianne McLean, Vancouver Fleet Coordinators
Fleet is an education focus group for those planning to head offshore in the next year or two. The Fleet group meets regularly and offers additional training in the form of meetings, workshops, vendors’ visits and boat visits. Fleet is also excellent for Doners, who are preparing for another voyage, get primed, updated and meet […]
Quick Boating Guide to Mexico
Rosario Passos
Mike Northup, from Defiant, has shared this quick boating guide to Mexico with us. This document is not an official government guide. It is meant to be a brief set of guidelines and resources to help you understand the process of entering Mexico by sea and complete the immigration process (Maritime Mexico FMM Process). Since […]
Summertime… And Your Burgee Needs Replacing…
Jennifer Handley
That’s right, summer is around the corner and it is high time to get out onto the water, if you haven’t already done so. And when you do, what is the state of your BCA burgee? Is it brand spanking new, never been flown? Is it looking pretty good, excitedly awaiting the first hoist of […]
