July 6, 2016
2016 Fall Exchange:
Hosted by PIKA on Pender Island, BC!
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June 2, 2016
2016 Fall Exams:
Level Two and Three Exams Dates Posted!
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February 1, 2016
2016 Spring Exams:
Level Two and Three Exams Dates Posted!
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January 7, 2016
2016 Spring Exchange:
Hosted by Terracentric and Footprint Nature Exploration in Lund, BC!
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August 14, 2015
2015 Fall Exchange - Skookumchuck:
September 24-26, 2015 - Current, skill sessions, socializing! More...
March 3, 2015
2015 Spring Exchange:
April 17-19, 2015 - Sooke! Skill sessions, seminars, socializing! More...
March 17, 2014
2014 Spring Exchange:
May 9-11, 2014 - Salt Spring Island. Skill sessions, seminars, socializing! More...
March 17, 2014
On-Going Training Policy Update:
The SKGABC has evolved the On-Going Training policy to give options to more members!
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Dec 22, 2013
Northern Gateway Pipeline:
SKGABC working to safeguard the BC coastline and sea kayaking industry. More...
Oct 25, 2013
2013 Annual General Meeting:
Nov 9, 2013 - Nanaimo, BC. More...
May 15, 2013
Toquaht Bay Closure
Alternative launch sites available at village of Macoah.
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March 26, 2013
Electronic Guide Logs
Submit your logs using an easy electronic spreadsheet!
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August, 2012
Wolf Advisory: Vargas / Flores Island Park - Clayoquot Sound
Due to wolf activity on Vargas and Flores Island this summer, BC Parks has issued a Wolf Advisory More...
June 1, 2012
Tsunami Debris Reporting
Environment Canada - Tsunami Debris Sighting and Reporting Information More...
May 25, 2012
Online Resource Sheets
Printable equipment list, emergency contact list, earthquake and tsunami notification, operating standards summary and more! More...
May 23, 2012
Pacific Coast - Marine Weather Guide
Environment Canada Marine Weather Guide for the BC Coast updated and online! More...
February 14, 2012
Updated - Water Classification Maps:
Outlining water classfications within British Columbia More...
February 14, 2012
New Pro-Deal:
Killarney Kayaks joins the SKGABC Pro-Deal Program! Deals for members from companies like: Aquabound, Brooks, Broform, Delta, Level Six, Nimbus, North Water, Ortlieb, and Seaward!
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Technical Guides Manual The SKGABC has produced a manual for guides of every level. For more information Click Here
If you have a question about the SKGABC, please contact us!
The Sea Kayak Guides Alliance of BC is a non-profit society which upholds high standards for professional sea kayak guides and operators in BC. Through ongoing professional development and certification, the Alliance strives to ensure safe practices on an industry-wide basis. More information about the SKGABC...
2016 Fall Guides Exchange
Pender Island, BC ~ September 30-October 2, 2016
The 2016 Fall Exchange will be held on Pender Island over the September 30-October 2 weekend. Hosted by Pender Island Kayak Adventures!
‘Kayak kamp’ for adults where instructors and participants have the chance to learn, connect and play! It will bring together the sea kayaking community for an inspiring three-day experience focusing on skills, education, leadership, heritage, safety, and camaraderie.More Info
Annual General Meeting 2015
Join us at the 2015 AGM - Nov 14, 1-4pm at Vancouver Island University in Nanaimo.
Learn more about our organization and become involved.
The SKGABC has evolved the On Going Training certification requirement. To provide opportunities for members from many areas of the country & diverse scheduling availability, we have created option for members to satisfy this policy in new ways.
The Sea Kayak Guides Alliance of BC (SKGABC) is disappointed to hear of the approval recommendation made by the National Energy Board Joint Review Panel regarding the Northern Gateway Pipeline.
The SKGABC has been an active participant in the Joint Review Panel process.
Sea kayakers often find themselves in remote, and infrequently visited areas. With the coming season, learn how to treat, and report Tsunami Debris, particularly items which may be hazerdous to health or the environment.
Continuing to develop more resources for members, the SKGABC has created a number of printable reference sheets, easy to take with you next time you head on the water!
Visit the Resources page to find a number of resources, including:
The Environment Canada Marine Weather Guide for the Pacific Coast has been updated, and is now available online! Visit the Environment Canada Website for
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Water Classification Maps
Updated water classification maps! Easier to read and understand, outlining the water classifications within British Columbia.
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Technical Guides Manual
Designed as a reference for proffessional guides, this manual details a wide-range of subjects; from Tides & Currents, Campcraft, to Risk-Management.
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The Sea Kayak Guides Alliance of B.C. operates in the traditional territories of the Coast Salish, Kwakwaka'wakw, Nuu-chah-nulth, Oweekeno, Nuxalk, Heiltsuk, Haisla, Tsimshian, Haida, Nisga’a, and Tlingit First Nations.
