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Canada & United States Border Opens
/in General News, News & Specials /by Van Isle MarinaAugust 9th, 2021 Welcome back neighbors, friends, family, & boaters! We are excited to announce the border will reopen to U.S. citizens & U.S. residents on August 9th. Starting August 9th — fully vaccinated U.S. citizens & permanent residents living in the U.S. will be able to visit Canada without having to quarantine for two […]
Pacific Oysters: A Vancouver Island Delicacy
/in General News, News & Specials /by IdeaZoneDelicious Pacific Oyster Recipes For You to Try Pacific oysters are abundant around the coastline of Vancouver Island, which is great news for those who enjoy harvesting and eating them. Shellfish lovers on Vancouver Island are lucky to have easy access to a variety of shellfish, including the Pacific oyster, which is recognizable by its […]
Pre-Departure and Boat Launch Checklist
/in General News, News & Specials /by Van Isle MarinaA Quick Pre-Trip Checklist for Your Boat Before you head out onto the water, it’s important to complete a short boat launch checklist prior to every launch. This ensures you have everything you need and your boat is ready for a day at sea. This pre-departure check is similar to what you’d do when checking […]
The Best Biking Trails Around Coastal Vancouver Island
/in General News, News & Specials /by Van Isle MarinaCycling Trails Around Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands – Our Top 5 Picks On Vancouver Island, outdoor enthusiasts are typically within a few kilometres of the coast at any given time. Views of the Pacific Ocean and Coastal Mountains frame many of our favourite parks and hiking trails. If you’re a biking enthusiast, boating […]
Boat Trailer Checklist
/in General News, News & Specials /by Van Isle MarinaYour Boat Trailer Will Always Be Ready to Go with This Easy Maintenance Guide For those who store their boat on dry land, or who might like to tow their boat to a favourite inland lake, the boat trailer is an essential piece of equipment. To properly tow and launch your boat, the trailer must […]
Boating in Barkley Sound
/in General News, News & Specials /by Van Isle MarinaCruising, Fishing and Anchorages in The Barkley Sound For any boater who is also into fishing, kayaking and exploring, Barkley Sound on the West Coast of Vancouver Island is a must-see. Barkley Sound is an 800 square km area between Bamfield and Ucluelet, including the entrance to the Alberni inlet. Set within the Pacific Rim […]
Bow and Stern Anchoring Best Practices
/in General News, News & Specials /by Van Isle MarinaHow to Set Two Anchors Knowing a variety of stern and bow tying and anchoring techniques is essential for any boater’s toolkit. Here on the West Coast of Canada, we have such a wide variety of anchorages. Knowing which anchoring technique to use will come in handy many times over and bow and stern anchoring […]
Dickinson at Dunkirk – by Mark Dickinson
/in General News, News & Specials /by Van Isle MarinaMy father was a participant in one of the most memorable triumphs of twentieth century history: The Evacuation of Dunkirk. The Dunkirk evacuation, codenamed Operation Dynamo and also known as the Miracle of Dunkirk, was the evacuation of Allied soldiers during World War Two from the beaches and harbour of Dunkirk in the north of […]
De-Winterizing Your Boat Checklist
/in General News, News & Specials /by Van Isle MarinaSpring Maintenance Checklist for Your Boat Spring is here and you’re more than ready to get back out on the water. There are a few key things you’re going to need to take care of first though, to make sure that your boat is ready for the inaugural trip. Not only will properly de-winterizing […]
Canada’s Luxury Tax on Yachts Will Kill an Industry
/in General News, News & Specials /by Van Isle Marina