Learn more about our news and special events, both here at the marina or out and about on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.

S.A.L.T.S.

Based here on Vancouver Island, SALTS has been providing life-changing experiential growth opportunities to young people for over 40 years. Close to 2000 teens and young adults (many of whom live right here on the island) learn to sail aboard one of their two tall ships every year. Their schooners are the foundation of their programs, but as these ships age and as government regulations for the industry increase, their ship repair budget has also increased and the immediate need exceeds their available funding. A long-term strategy is being developed to help address their needs, but your donation or sponsorship now will help ensure that their ships get the maintenance and safety equipment that they need to prepare for our 2016 season. With your support, they can continue to provide deeply profound experiences for young people from all walks of life aboard their tall ships.

Please consider giving to SALTS today! You can make a one-time donation or become a monthly supporter online at www.salts.ca. For personalized contact or for information on other giving options (Major Gifts, Boat Donations, Estate Gifts & Corporate Sponsorships) please call or email their Development Manager, Chris Judge, at (250) 812-9284 or chrisjudge@salts.ca.

Marina Videos – “Yacht Park – Maintenance & Storage Facility”

The video below is the next in the series, featuring Van Isle Marina’s Maintenance and Storage Facility.  Guests are able to haul-out for nightly, monthly or annual storage. The Yacht Park is fully paved and fenced with security key card access. We are able to haul-out up to 45 tons or 70 feet on either of our two self-propelled trailers. Please enjoy!

 

Stand Up Paddleboard Safety

Stand Up Paddleboards used for navigation fall into the same category as canoes, kayaks, rowboats, rowing shells, and other human-powered boats less than 6 meters in length, and you are required to carry mandatory safety equipment under the Small Vessel Regulations. Navigating is defined as paddling across a body of water, or getting from Point A to Point B.

According to regulations, the necessary equipment for paddleboarding safely is as follows:

  • Option 1: Wear a PFD or life jacket with a whistle.
  • Option 2: Carry a PFD or life jacket on board with a buoyant heaving line, and a whistle.

If you fail to comply with these rules you could receive a $200 to $500 fine.

For more information, visit: https://www.tc.gc.ca/eng/marinesafety/debs-obs-resources-menu-4139.htm.