Advanced SUP Courses by team paddler, Mike Darbyshire

We are happy to promote the following Advanced SUP Courses by team paddler, Mike Darbyshire & Deep Cove Canoe and Kayak Centre.

Advanced Flatwater Paddling Skills Clinic - $95 per person
This 3 hour course introduces novice SUP Paddlers to the skills needed to progress into more dynamic water conditions. Learn the proper technique for pivot turns, bracing, catching waves and downwind paddling. This course is also the pre-requisite for becoming a Flatwater SUP Instructor. 
Saturdays May 18, June 8, July 13

Stroke Efficiency Clinic: Racing or Touring - $200 per person
Proper technique in your forward stroke will allow you to become a faster and more efficient paddler. With 1 on 1 coaching and video analysis we can improve your stroke and efficiency on the water.
3 hour sessions available upon request

Paddle Canada Flatwater SUP Instructor Course - $350 per person
Learn the tips and tricks of the trade in this 2.5 day course. Becoming an instructor will give you a greater understanding of all of the basic and intermediate flatwater skills. Become certified to teach lessons under the Paddle Canada Instructor program.  
May 4,5,11 & June 14-16 in Deep Cove
 
Ocean Navigation for Stand Up Paddlers - $95 per person
Learn the skills needed to safely navigate and paddle in the ocean. This course will provide paddlers with the knowledge needed to read marine charts and understand marine weather forecasts. These skills will make you a safer paddler and allow you to have more fun out on the water.
May 15 & June 19
 
Intro to River SUP - $110 per person
River paddling is a great way to challenge yourself in a new and exciting environment. In this course we will learn the basic skills needed to choose appropriate rivers to paddle and how to stay safe on the water. This half day course will take place in the lower mainland depending on water levels and conditions.
Dates to be confirmed: Late May/Early June
 
Skookumchuck Rapids: SUP Surf Course - $350 per person
Have you ever wanted to surf a wave for 5 minutes? The standing wave at Skookumchuck gives you that opportunity. Learn the basics of understanding tidal currents and how to safely paddle in this environment. This multi-day course includes flatwater training and a multi-day trip to the Sunshine Coast to experience stand up surfing at Skook!
Dates to be confirmed: August 2013

 If you have any questions or would like to register for any of these courses please contact Mike directly at: 604-897-7608 or school@deepcovekayak.com

Deep Cove Canoe & Kayak Centre opens March 30

We are so excited for Spring to arrive so we can get on the water in boats and on boards!

Don't forget to check out this gem of a paddling location this season in beautiful Deep Cove.

Deep Cove Canoe & Kayak Centre opens March 30.

 

Mid-Week Paddling Passes are $395. Valid Monday to Friday except holidays and as a bonus 7 days a week in April and after Labour Day.  Passes are available at Deep Cove Outdoors.

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Chilliwack Vedder River Clean Up Re-Cap

We had a fantastic day this past Sunday celebrating BC Rivers Day and the Chilliwack Vedder River Clean Up.  The sun was out and folks came from all over the lower mainland to pick up garbage.

Photo: Chris Gadsden

Chilliwack River Clean Up Society STATS

Total cleanups completed                 37

Total BC Rivers Day events              11

Volunteers taking part                        5238*

Volunteer hours                                   20952*

Tonnes of garbage                             76.75T.*

*not including our most recent numbers

Photo: Chris Gadsden

Volunteers were sent into 27 different areas from the lower Sumas River area to Slesse Creek in the upper river (regular area of coverage).  We had a record number of volunteers so we were also able to direct folks above our traditional area to Foley Lake and Creek, the Bench Road, and Middle Creek area which are, at times camping and therefore, messy areas.

A very special thanks to the Directors of the Chilliwack River Clean Up Society for the countless hours they put into the event and the passion in which they do it.  To all the companies that donate to our prize table - 
Kokatat Watersports Wear, North Water Paddlesports Equipment, Deep Cove Canoe & Kayak, Western Canoeing and Kayaking, Nikki Rekman Sales, Jackson Kayak, Ecomarine Ocean Kayak Centre, Rona, McDonalds, Pedal Sport, Cheam Source for Sports,  Wild Birds Unlimited, Cascade Supply and Marine, Ministry Forestry and Range and more, MANY MANY THANKS!!!

Photo: Chris Gadsden

Please visit the websites of these generous companies and support them with your business.

To Frank and Evelyn Kwak for the awesome BBQ and the many others that go unnamed - THANK YOU!!!

Chilliwack River/Vedder River Clean Up - THIS SUNDAY

Please join us THIS Sunday, September 30th at the Chilliwack River/Vedder River Clean Up!

The clean up is hosted by the Chilliwack Vedder River Cleanup Society.  Please sign up and join us at the Chilliwack Fish and Games Club House (48685 Chilliwack Lake Road).   

Registration- 8:30 am - 9:30 am

ALL volunteers will receive free digital subscriptions to the following magazines from Rapid Media:  Kayak Angler, Adventure Kayak, Family Camping & Canoeroots and Rapid.

THANK YOU Scott at Rapid Media for your generous acknowledgement of our clean up volunteers!!!

Schedule is as follows:

Registration- 8:30 am - 9:30 am

Clean Up- 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

BBQ, entertainment and prize draw* - 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Very special thanks to those contributing fantastic draw prizes: Kokatat Watersports Wear, North Water Paddlesports Equipment, Deep Cove Canoe & Kayak, Western Canoeing and Kayaking, Nikki Rekman Sales, Jackson Kayak, Ecomarine Ocean Kayak Centre and more.  Please visit the websites of these generous companies and support them with your business.

Board the Fjord Stand Up Paddleboard Race - THIS SUNDAY in Deep Cove!!!

The weather is supposed to be great this weekend so join us in Deep Cove for the Board the Fjord Stand Up Paddleboard Race hosted by Deep Cove Canoe and Kayak Centre this SUNDAY September 16th.

We will have all of our Werner Paddles Stand Up Paddles for you to demo and you can check out all that's new for 2013 too!

Board the Fjord is Deep Cove's Premier Stand Up Paddleboard Event. It's a full day of racing and festivities in beautiful Deep Cove and Indian Arm.

The scenic race course takes paddlers around 7 different islands in North America's southern most fjord.

The race is open to recreational and competitive paddlers and we encourage everyone to come out and challenge yourself at this great event!

Visit the website for more information!