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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need kayaking
experience?
No. Our trips are designed to be enjoyed by people who have never paddled
before. Our guides will give all clients an introduction to paddling
skills and safety practices before we are on the water. During the trip
our guides will continue to help you improve your paddling skills and will
also provide tips to experienced paddlers who want to improve their
skills. Our
Central Coast Expedition
is the only exception to this, for this trip some previous kayaking
experience is necessary.
What type of Physical condition do I need to be in?
You do not need to be in super physical condition to enjoy one of our
trips. All that is necessary is a reasonable level of general fitness.
Kayaking does not require great amounts of strength, more important is the
proper paddling technique that our guides will help you develop. Your
enjoyment of the trip will be enhanced if you are able to do regular
exercise before your trip. Swimming is a great exercise to prepare your
paddling muscles. More important than the body is the mind. Our trips take
place in wilderness settings and we occasionally need to adjust our
itineraries to comply with the whims of nature. You need to be prepared
with both a positive outlook on life and a sense of adventure.
How much paddling will we do each day?
The amount of paddling we do each day varies with the weather conditions,
tides and currents, possible wildlife sightings and how much paddling the
group wants to do. On average we paddle about four to
five hours each day. This allows us to enjoy the kayaking
experience while still leaving ample time to explore the beaches, read a
book or do nothing at all. While each of our trips do have itineraries, we
try to remain as flexible as possible for the greatest amount of enjoyment
for the entire group.
What is the food like?
We pride ourselves on the menus we provide. All meals are prepared by your
guides using the freshest ingredients possible. Pasta and rice dishes
predominate our meals with ample servings of fresh fruit and vegetables.
If we are lucky we may supplement our meals with fresh caught seafood. You
can also expect to enjoy fresh baked goodies almost every day. With
advance notice we can accommodate most dietary restrictions.
What type of weather can be expected?
The summer months on the west coast are usually warm and sunny, but it can
occasionally change to windy and rainy with very little notice. All of our
camping equipment is designed to keep us comfortable in the varying
conditions that can be expected. We provide you with a detailed list of
the personal clothing you should bring. When properly prepared you will
still have a fantastic time even if the weather is less than perfect.
What type of kayaks do you use?
We use top of the line fiberglass sea kayaks, made
by Seaward Kayaks
of Ladysmith, BC and Current Designs Kayaks.
We use a mixture of single and double kayaks on our
trips. On a full trip with 8 guests you can expect to have 2 doubles and 4
singles available.
What is provided and what do I need to bring with me?
We provide all kayaking, safety, camping and dining equipment. To ensure you have a good nights rest we provide
roomy 3 person tents (2 people per tent), Therm-A-Rest Sleeping
pads, mummy style sleeping bags and comfy
camp chairs. We provide all of the same on
our base camp tours but upgrade the tents to roomier 4 person tents
(still only 2 people per tent), thicker and wider sleeping pads,
roomier barrel style sleeping bags and pillows. Lists of
recommended personal items and of
items we provide are provided to make
packing easy.
How many people are on your trips?
All of our trips have a maximum of eight guests
and we will provide two guides to lead each trip. Our guide to client
ratio and total group size is smaller than most other tour operators. This
is for both the clients' benefit, as it allows for greater individual
attention, and for nature's, as it minimizes the impact we have on
environmentally sensitive areas.
How do I register for a trip?
To register for a trip simply click here or
call us at 604-831-6180 or toll free at
1-866-546-4347 . All of our prices are quoted in
Canadian dollars and do not include the 6% Goods
and Service Tax. We accept Visa,
MasterCard and American Express as well as Canadian
cheques and Money orders in Canadian funds Once we have received
your registration we will send you a complete
information packet for your chosen trip.
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