
Dear Friend,
The days are warmer and the water's fine. How do we know? We're out there every day guiding tours and setting up kayak rentals. The Big Canoe Salmon BBQ tour is back by popular demand and our Stand-Up-Paddleboarding classes are becoming a fast favourite. We hope to see you out there soon! Your friends at Alberni Outpost |
Sea Kayaking: Safety and Regulations

Some of us take to water like we were born to it. Some of us have had less pleasant experiences and need to know from the start that everything is safe and controlled. With the summer weather starting to roll in, we'd like to take this opportunity to pass on our passion for small human-powered watercraft to you-in the safest way possible.
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Demo Days!
2011 June 4th and 5th

Dozens of kayaks, canoes, and Stand-Up-Paddle boards will be available for testing at our popular Demo Days event.
Come check out boats such as our highly compact Advanced Elements kayaks and Hobie's unique pedal/paddle/sail kayaks.
As a special treat, we are also offering workshops on kayaking and SUPing. Come see what all the buzz is about!
Courtenay Demo Days: In conjunction with the Outdoor Recreation Show
Where: At the Fish and Game Club on Comox Lake
When: June 4th, 10am-4pm
Nanaimo Demo Days: In conjunction with Nanaimo Canoe Kayak Club and World Canoe Days
Where: Long Lake, Nanaimo
When: June 5th, 10am-4pm
See You There!
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Hooked on Kayak Fishing: Why the Lure

Every day people come into our store asking us about kayaks for fishing. Some are long-time kayakers looking for a new way to expand the sport they love; others are fishermen curious about the unique versatility that kayak fishing offers.
To read more about why so many people are turning to this great sport, click here.
NuCanoe is a great example of a boat perfect for kayak fishing. Click on the video below to find out why.
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