Dear <<First Name>>,

Thanks to those members who contributed photos and materials. After enjoying a SISKA event or paddle, please consider sending a short (100-150 words) summary article; for more information, contact one of us. If you would like to start a regular column, please let us know!

Alan Campbell (SISKA president) and Tony Playfair (editor)

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Our speaker for November is Gordon Brown. Following on from his hugely successful book Sea Kayak, Gordon Brown brings his vast experience and unique style to this latest publication Sea Kayak Safety and Rescue.

Each chapter begins with a real-life incident which sets the scene and helps to emphasis what follows. The underlying principles are highlighted, practical lessons learnt and the hard skills explored in detail. Numerous colour photos complement and illustrate the text. His book is essential reading for any sea kayaker, and will be enjoyed and valued by both novice and experienced paddlers alike.

Gordon has recently moved from the Isle of Skye in Scotland to Vancouver Island and is now part of the Ocean River staff. He has a lifetime's experience of kayaking in all its forms and well over thirty years of coaching sea kayaking. In 1992 he completed both sea kayak and white-water kayak BCU Level 5 coach qualifications, and was involved in the development, training and assessment of these awards until they were discontinued when the award scheme was reorganized. In 2016 he completed a Masters Degree in Performance Coaching and has produced a set of instructional DVDs in the Sea Kayak with Gordon Brown series.

The November 27^th meeting will start at 6:00pm for members wishing to sell, exchange or swap paddling/camping gear. If you are bringing gear to the meeting please arrive at 5:30pm to set up. Doors open for everyone else at 6:00pm.

 

Facilitator: Edgar Hulatt

Where & When: Tuesday, November 26th, 6.30 pm to 9 pm, at the Salvation Army Citadel, 4030 Douglas Street, Victoria. The Citadel is just off the MacKenzie/Pat Bay Highway interchange. Maximum 12 persons.

 

Join us for an evening reviewing VHF procedures, types of calls, key features and simulating various incident scenarios. While this evening is for kayakers who have previously completed the ROC(M) course and wish to refresh the course material it will also benefit anyone wishing to familiarize themselves with a VHF radio. We will also share experiences using the VHF radio, compare different models and discuss DSC type radios. Please bring your radio with you to the class, if you have one, and be prepared to discuss its features and your own experience using it.

Cost: $15.00

 

Registration: please email Edgar Hulatt at edgarh@shaw.ca and you will be sent the PayPal link to complete your registration.