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Old Boating Superstitions
/in General News, News & Specials /by Van Isle Marina19 Things Boaters Used to Be Superstitious About At Van Isle Marina, we have rounded up some of the most popular superstitions held by boaters. Some of these superstitions are meant to ward off bad luck, while others are meant to bring good luck to everyone on board. Many of the following superstitions date back […]
Quick & Delicious Salmon Recipes
/in General News, News & Specials /by Van Isle Marina10 Ways to Prepare Your Salmon Catch At Van Isle Marina, we eat a ton of salmon – and we are constantly impressed with how many different ways there are to prepare it. From baked, grilled, smoked, and canned, salmon is a source of endless meal ideas. There are 5 types of pacific salmon that […]
Tips for Long Range Cruising
/in General News, News & Specials /by Van Isle MarinaSailing Around the World? Here’s How to Prepare Before taking your motor yacht or sailboat out on the open ocean for weeks, months, or years at a time, there are a lot of important things to consider. Here is a list of things you need to do to prepare for life on the open sea. […]
Central Island Hiking Trails
/in General News, News & Specials /by Van Isle MarinaVHF Marine Radio Etiquette
/in General News, News & Specials /by Van Isle Marina10 Basic Rules of Radio Etiquette When Using Your Yacht’s VHF Radio If you’re new to the boating community, familiarizing yourself with some simple radio etiquette will help you feel more confident when out on the water. Van Isle Marina has you covered with our handy beginner’s guide to VHF radio etiquette. But before we […]
10 Attractions on Vancouver Island
/in General News, News & Specials /by Van Isle MarinaVisiting Vancouver Island for a Few Days? Here are Some of the Most Popular Attractions to Check Out From North to South, Vancouver Island is home to many world-class tourist attractions. Below is a list of Van Isle Marina staff’s top recommendations. If you’ll be visiting the island by boat, you can moor your boat […]
Choosing the Right Yacht For Your Needs
/in General News, News & Specials /by Van Isle MarinaOn the Market for Your First Yacht? Here are 10 Things to Ask Yourself There are a lot of different types of yachts out there. Here’s how to narrow down the selection and find the right yacht for you. While it’s tempting to go off things like looks and speed alone, there’s plenty more that […]
Different Types of Fishing Lures
/in General News, News & Specials /by Van Isle MarinaAn Introduction to the Best Lures for Catching Fish in BC If you’re thinking about finally doing some fishing aboard your boat for the first time, check out our guide to the different types of lures there are to choose from, and how they work. The lures on this list are suitable for many different […]
From Sails to Motors: The History of Yachting
/in General News, News & Specials /by Van Isle MarinaHow Yachting went from a Necessity to a Lifestyle As a boating enthusiast like us here at Van Isle Marina, you probably spend a lot of time thinking about boats, looking at boats, and being on boats at every opportunity you can seize. But have you ever wondered how today’s luxury vessels came to be? […]
Best Diving Locations Near Vancouver Island
/in General News, News & Specials /by Van Isle MarinaVancouver Island – One of the Best Cold Water Diving Destinations in the World Spend enough time above the waters around Vancouver Island and it will only be a matter of time until you get curious and want to get a closer look and what’s below the surface. When this happens, and you go for […]