Our crews spent a week cleaning up a variety of beaches.
Allan, a newer paddler, wrote a small article highlighting his experiences on his first coastal cleanup. He also produced a short video of his trip. Our association works generally in two locations per year to assist with the huge problem assaulting our oceans and beaches with plastics and debris. Our expenses are generally covered by grants (limited), Crowdfunders (please help; we are short of funds) and by the BCMT. We still need help with two more cleanups: Crabapple Islets and Gerald Island. Special thanks to Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation for covering costs of helicopter and some tool purchases.
Vancouver Island Marine Working Debris Group
Clean up crew filling up a super sack.
The BC Marine Trails belongs to this important group cleaning up huge chunks of the coast from Cape Scott to Clayoquot Sound and helping to maintain 'marine trails' for paddlers. Read more.
Members Corner
Volunteers
Our new volunteer coordinator will be helping us spearhead our events and coordinate volunteers in the future.
We are always looking for volunteer help on our three committees: stewardship, trails development and communications. Check out the volunteer page for more information. Or contact Karen (karen@bcmarinetrails.org)
Members
Perks: We have many companies who are business supporters offering benefits or perks as part of their service. For example, are you planning a guided trip? 10% off Wildcoast Adventures Orca Camp or 10% off Sunshine Kayaking on rentals. Take advantage.
Nov. 24: We are hoping to get the Paddling North paddlers-women speaking at our Winter Forum. Limit of 60. You can register early (not much info yet).
