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©2024 Van Isle Marina | Design by Caorda
Where & When to Go Fishing In BC for Saltwater Fish
The Best Places to Find Salmon and Halibut in British Columbia The West Coast of BC is home to some of the world’s most amazing fishing. People come from all over the globe specifically for our pacific salmon and huge halibut. Fishing around here is culturally and commercially significant as well, and can be done […]
Yachting with Your Dog
Want to Bring Your Pets with You on Your Boat? Here’s What You Need to Know Because dogs are such a big part of many of our clients’ lives, we thought it was time to cover the topic of yachting with pets, especially if you’ll be spending longer periods of time on your boat to […]
Boating with Family
Planning on a Family Vacation out on the Water? Keep These 11 Tips in Mind The weather is warming up out there, and we know many, many happy boaters who are eager to be heading out on the water with their families to mark the official start of boating season. A family boating vacation is […]
Best Foods for Extended Yachting Trips
Groceries for your Yacht Are you about to stock your new yacht full of groceries for the first time? If so, check out our helpful guide to filling your fridge and pantry shelves before sailing off for weeks or months at a time. The following tips are for boaters who plan to set sail for […]
Exploring Vancouver Island on a Budget
22 Free or Inexpensive Things to do on Vancouver Island On the West Coast of British Columbia, Canada, Vancouver Island is home to nearly 800,000 people and is the 11th largest island in Canada. It’s also home to many world-class tourist attractions, many of which are free or inexpensive to check out. Below is a […]
Tides & Weather: What Boaters Need to Know
Tips for Navigating the Ocean’s Tides in Your Boat or Yacht An essential part of safely cruising the ocean on your yacht or boat is knowing about the tide levels of the areas you’ll be cruising. Even if you’ve chartered the same passage countless times, it’s good to have access to tide tables and knowledge […]
Winter on the Yacht
Tips & Tricks for Boating in Cold Weather One of the things most yacht owners love is the freedom to pick up and go whenever the mood strikes – and sometimes the mood strikes during the coldest months of the year. When this happens, boating in the wintertime is fully possible, even out here on […]
Introducing the 2020 Pursuit OS 355
The 2020 Pursuit Offshore 355 Has Arrived at the Van Isle Marina Sales Dock As Western Canada’s exclusive dealer for Pursuit Boats, the sales team here at Van Isle Marina is pleased to welcome the latest Pursuit power boat model to our sales dock – the 2020 Pursuit Offshore OS 355. We will be showcasing […]
Whale Watching on Vancouver Island
An Introduction to One of Vancouver Island’s Most Popular Activities Vancouver Island is home to spectacular whale watching opportunities, with numerous companies offering tours up and down the Island. But if you have your own boat, you can easily become your own personal whale watching tour guide. The best part is that whale watching can […]
Old Boating Superstitions
19 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 […]