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Leslie Hansen

Since 1978, the Bluewater Cruising Association has recognized its members’ achievements at annual awards ceremonies that take place in December.  These celebratory occasions inspire the “dreamers” among us, encourage the “do-ers”, and remind the “doners” of their own bluewater experiences. This year, the Awards ceremony was again held online on Dec 5, 2024, immediately following […]

Cameron McLean, Vancouver Fleet Coordinator

The Vancouver Fleet group met online on Tuesday, January 28. The meeting opened with the introduction of a new member, and a show and tell presentation of an ACR personal location beacon. The PLB is one safety alternative to EPIRBs. Committee reports included the Program Committee announcing a medical safety at sea presentation in February […]

Denise Logan

This year brings new faces to BCA’s Board of Directors, with some long-serving members retiring from the Board at the end of 2024. A big thank you to the 2024 Board of Directors and their supporting teams throughout BCA, and “hats-off” to those who have volunteered to serve on the Board of Directors and Chapter […]

The VI Fleet had its second meeting on Sunday, January 12 at the home of VI Fleet Coordinator, Campbell Good and Jennifer Handley.  Thirteen people representing eight of twelve boats were present. Introductions were made and cruising plans shared.  BCA Commodore, David Vincent, who also is this year’s MIST coordinator, was also in attendance. We […]

Save the date: Women on Water (WOW) is set for Saturday April 12, 2025. WOW is a one-day boating seminar for women. The intention for this special day is not to exclude men, but to create a safe and respectful learning environment for women boaters, both power and sail. A variety of workshops will be […]

Cameron McLean, Vancouver Fleet Coordinator

The Vancouver Fleet Christmas/Solstice potluck dinner was a great success. There were eight Fleet members there, several members of the Watch and a number of doners, many of whom made encouraging comments sharing their good experiences as former Fleet members. Representing a bit of Fleet potluck history was a visit from Santa – Dale Gebhard.

Ralph Lapp

Be Prepared for Major Changes Bluewater Cruising Association is one of 46 associations or yacht clubs that have representation on the Council of BC Yacht Clubs (CBCYC). It is an umbrella organization for the Marine Parks Forever charitable arm to which many of us donate, either individually or through an annual amount donated by our […]

Sixteen people attended November meeting of the joint Vancouver, VI and Calgary Fleets which focused on heavy weather sailing. Presenter Ken Gillstrom did an exceptional presentation, with value for both the beginner and the advanced offshore sailor. Ken has deep experience and a good mind for detail. If you are looking for an offshore experience, […]

Environmentally and Socially Responsible Cruising Working Group

In our “Responsible Cruising” member survey last May, we learned that almost half of the members who responded were very or quite concerned about the effects cruising boats and related activities have on the environment. Most of them have taken deliberate actions to reduce the effects of their cruising by maintaining a clean hull, using […]

Barb Peck

The Currents Cover Photo contest deadline is looming. Don’t forget to submit your images here before midnight on November 30. Several great photos have been uploaded so far but there is room for more! Also, here’s a reminder to follow the guidelines. For example, I notice that some of the photos that have been entered […]