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Where and When to Fish for Pacific Halibut -- Pacific Halibut are the largest species of flatfish on the West Coast of Canada. If you're looking to catch a halibut, check out our latest blog post for the best halibut fishing locations.
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Electric Boating -- Electric boats come in all shapes and sizes, from small fishing boats to large yachts. They can be powered by an onboard battery or a plug-in charger. Some electric boats are powered by a combination of batteries and solar panels...https://vanislemarina.com/electric-boats-the-wave-of-the-future/
Halibut Fishing Around Vancouver Island
What You Need to Know About Fishing for Halibut If you enjoy fishing, chances are you have dreamed about heading out onto the ocean to try your hand at Pacific Halibut fishing. The waters around Vancouver Island are home to halibut all year round, with abundance during the spring and summer months, making the area […]
Foghorns – A Historic Navigational Tool
How Foghorns are Used Today and the Signals you Need to Know We all recognize the iconic sound of a foghorn, the deep resounding note that booms out through the mist to warn boaters of danger or other vessels in the water. But, did you know the foghorn is a Canadian invention? Foghorns, or fog […]
Electric Boats: The Wave of the Future?
Going Green With Electric Boating Electric boats come in all shapes and sizes, from small fishing boats to large yachts. They can be powered by either an onboard battery or a plug-in charger. Some electric boats are powered by a combination of batteries and solar panels or are hybrid models with a gas-powered engine as […]
How the Internet of Things is Changing Boating
Technology Can Make Boat Ownership Easier Than Ever Technology and the Internet of Things impacts every aspect of our lives, home, car and lifestyles. So, it is somewhat inevitable that demand for this type of connectivity would eventually reach the boating world too. Boat owners are beginning to turn to smart technology on their vessels […]
The Sextant – a Celestial Navigation Tool
What is a Sextant and How Do You Use It? Before the invention of satellite GPS tracking, gyro compasses and marine radar, vessels had to rely on manual navigation tools to be able to identify their position in the ocean. One of these tools (which has been in use since the early 1700s) is the […]
Understanding the Marine Weather Forecast
What Does the Marine Weather Forecast Tell You? A marine weather forecast is so important for yachters and boaters (and their guests) to understand. As all boaters know, a sudden change in weather patterns can not just interrupt a day at sea, but it can put your vessel and your guests in danger. Knowing how […]
A Guide to Waxing and Painting your Boat
How to Get Your Yacht Shining Like New Again There is nothing more pleasurable than sailing on a sunny day in a boat that’s sparkling like new. Unfortunately, we all know that UV rays and saltwater can take their toll on your boat’s shiny finish over time, but regularly waxing or painting your boat can […]
Boat and Hull Maintenance
Complete Haul-Out Service at Van Isle Marina Yacht Park Boat maintenance is a key part of keeping your boat seaworthy, safe and looking great. After all, there is nothing more enjoyable than cruising in a boat you know is in top notch condition and is well protected from the corrosive elements of the ocean. Saltwater, […]
Boat Safety Checklist
How to Be a Safe Boater If you sit in the captain’s seat of your yacht, you also take on the duty of ensuring that your boating experience is safe. In order to ensure safety of everyone on board, there are a number of things to consider: Is the vessel itself safe to use, seaworthy […]
Winter Fishing for Chinook Salmon
Fishing Season Doesn’t End When the Temperature Drops Chinook (King) salmon are a species that can be fished year-round here on Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast, so you can go ahead and keep fishing all season long. Of course, this is subject to any local area restrictions – always check those before planning your […]