ASA Flotilla to the Gulf Islands
You are invited to participate in our June 19 - 26, 2009 Gulf Islands Flotilla.
Just north of the San Juan Islands lie the Gulf Islands of British Columbia. This string of unspoiled islands boasts sheltered waters, magnificent marine parks, quiet villages and an abundance of welcoming marinas. Wildlife abounds on the land and in the sea, with deer, bald eagles, seals, sea lions and orca whales commonplace. Our route will include overnights at anchor or moorings often in marine provincial parks, as well as docking in marinas at small villages or resorts.
To find out more about the event and how to sign up, please contact ASA's flotilla organizer Roger Philips at enrapt@gmail.com
Read about our 2008 San Juan Islands Flotilla.
Our planned destinations for 2009 are as follows:
Bellingham
Beautiful, historic seaside town of Bellingham WA, just south of the Canadian border will be our port of departure and return. Major airline service or shuttle from SEATAC.
Destination website: www.bellingham.org
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Montague Harbor on Galiano Island
Montague Harbour Marine Provincial Park is rich in natural and cultural history. White shell beaches, open meadows, tidal lagoons, towering forests, craggy headlands and abundant bird life are just a few of the things that attract visitors to this park.
Destination website: www.env.gov.bc.ca/bcparks/explore/parkpgs/montague
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Poets Cove, South Pender Island
The Gulf Islands' premier luxury resort. Tucked away in Bedwell Harbour on Pender Island, British Columbia, this spot offers elegance in the midst of incredible natural beauty of a provincial marine park.
Destination website: www.poetscove.com
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Genoa Bay, Vancouver Island
Genoa Bay is a quiet and picturesque bay on the north side of Cowichan Bay, at the south end of Sansum Narrows on Sourthern Vancouver Island. Genoa Bay offers a friendly welcome to sailors with small cafes and galleries.
Destination website: www.genoabaymarina.com
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Thetis Island
One of the most scenic locations in the Gulf Islands. Interesting hikes, scuba diving with local dive masters, and kayak rentals are available.
Destination website: www.thetisisland.com
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Sucia Island
Explore the #1 marine park in the San Juans, Sucia Island. Sucia is a magical spot with numerous bays to explore either by dinghy or on foot.
Destination website: www.parks.wa.gov/parkpage.asp?selectedpark=Sucia+Island
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Roche Harbor on San Juan Island
Bring your camera. Roche Harbor is one of the island's most picturesque locations. Originally a Hudson's Bay Company trading post, today Roche Harbor is a scenic yachtsman's resort.
Destination website: www.rocheharbor.com
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Also consider joining us for our June 12 – 19, 2009 San Juan Islands Flotilla.
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