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2320 Harbour Road, Sidney, British Columbia V8L 2P6
info@vanislemarina.com
©2024 Van Isle Marina | Design by Caorda
Parts of a Boat
Parts of a Boat: Boating Terminology for Beginners If you’re new to the boating community, familiarizing yourself with the different parts of a boat will help you talk the talk and ensure you set sail with confidence. Van Isle Marina has you covered with our handy beginner’s guide to the different parts of a boat. […]
Lures or Bait?
Lure or Live Bait? Understanding the Pros and Cons of Each When it comes to catching fish as quickly and effortlessly as possible, the question of which is better – artificial lures or real bait – depends on what you’re trying to catch and in what conditions you’re trying to catch it. Sometimes a lure is […]
Yacht Life: 8 Things You’ll Love About Living on a Yacht
What’s It Like Living on a Yacht? For many people, a property with an ocean view is the most coveted type of property there is. No matter the season, gazing out into the vast ocean and watching the sunset can be a breathtaking experience. But have you ever considered what this view would be like […]
Winter Boating Courses to Keep Your Skills Sharp
Whether you are a skilled offshore cruiser or a new boater with only a few seasons under your belt, there is always more to learn when it comes to boating. The New Year holiday season is an excellent time to perfect existing skills or learn a wealth of new information. We have compiled a list […]
ROAM – Clearing Customs by Boat
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency has announced the launch of a new streamlined, yet comprehensive way to clear customs for boaters travelling from Canada to the United States. ROAM (Reporting Offsite Arrival-Mobile) is an alternative method to the typical face-to-face customs clearing that most people are used to. Small pleasure craft arriving to […]
Protected Anchorages in the Gulf Islands
The sun has officially set on summer, and winter is on the horizon. The “off-season” brings a plethora of wild and glorious weather to the Pacific Northwest. In an instant, things can change and even the most experienced boater may need to seek refuge. Below is a list of a handful of the many anchorages in […]
Breweries by Boat – BC’s Boat Accessible Brew Companies
Microbreweries, craft beer and distilleries have taken over British Columbia by storm. Our accessibility to fresh hops and local ingredients creates a tremendous variety of brews from the few hundred craft breweries in our vast province. Moorage for these breweries are within 20 minutes of walking, which make them great pit-stops for trips up the […]
Bird Watching in Sidney B.C.
Previously, bird watching has been known as your “Grandmother’s hobby”, but more recently it has become a wildly popular past-time for all ages. Due to Sidney’s many ecological reserves and parks, local birdwatching has taken off. With Vancouver Island’s mild climate, there are large selections of birds who permanently nest, as well as migratory birds […]
A New Way to Travel – Northstar Air Tours
Vancouver Island is a big and beautiful place. The Island stretches 460 kilometers in length and 100 kilometers in width for a total of 32,134 km2 in area. We are surrounded by some of the most pristine and beautiful coastlines in the world, attracting people from across the globe. Our forests are dense and populated […]
Five Nautical Knots to Know
5 Need to Know Sailing Knots It is time to dust off your boat knot tying skills! Here are 5 must-know nautical knots to have you boating like a pro, in no time at all. Sailing Knots – Round Turn Two Half Hitches This is a practical and easy-to-learn knot that is great for beginners and […]