Westview, Powell River
Westview is one of four communities that make up the town of Powell River. It’s located on the mainland side of the Strait of Georgia, midway between Pender Harbour and Lund. For boaters headed to or from Desolation Sound, it’s a good place to hide out should the waters of Malaspina Strait kick-up. Powell River […]
Preparing for the Boatyard
Before delivering your vessel to the boatyard for service or repair, you can do a few things to ensure its time on the hard goes as anticipated, the effort is completed on schedule and there are no surprises. Establishing a well-developed work order is the most fundamental tool for every job, large or small, for […]
Page’s Resort & Marina, Silva Bay
Page’s Resort & Marina has been welcoming seagoing visitor since its beginning as a fish camp and store in the early 1940’s. It has since evolved into a full service resort that offers visitors a marina, rental cottages, tent sites, washroom, and coin operated showers and laundry. The grounds are well maintained and decorated with […]
21 Questions for Spring
Before you start using your boat this spring, we wanted to share this checklist with best practices for spring commissioning that gives you a way to check off the important points before you cast off for another great season. Here is a list of questions you should answer before getting out on the water. Scheduled […]
Friday Harbor, San Juan Island
Each year, thousands of boaters visit The Port of Friday Harbor to enjoy the amenities of one of Washington’s largest marinas and experience all that the surrounding community has to offer. Year-round the marina attracts boaters from all over the West Coast and during the summer the area is bustling with activity. Located on the […]
Freedom Marine Named 2024 Employer of Choice by Boating Industry Canada
Freedom Marine International Yacht Sales has been named a 2024 Employer of Choice Award winner by Boating Industry Canada, the leading industry trade journal in the Canadian boating circle. With the opinions of actual team members collected from the evaluation process, the award reflects Freedom Marine’s long-time dedication to employee satisfaction. Freedom Marine […]
Vessel Traffic Services
If you ever wondered why British Columbia and Washington State Ferries or other commercial vessel didn’t respond to your call on channel 16, there’s a reason; Vessel Traffic Services, known more simply as VTS. Imagine yourself as the Master of a container vessel or tanker listening to the uninitiated pleasure boater make a dire warning […]
Clam Bay
A large and relatively open Clam Bay is nestled between Penelakut (formerly Kuper) and Thetis islands. It’s one of those anchorages to seek shelter when cruising the northern Gulf Islands. The bay also makes an excellent staging anchorage for transiting Dodd Narrows, 11-miles north, or Gabriola Passage. With room for dozens of boats, Clam Bay […]
Essential Things for Every New Boat Owner
While the term “new boat owner” can obviously mean someone new to boating, it can also be applied to an experienced boater who purchases a new boat. In addition to properly outfitting your new (or new-to-you) boat, here are additional things all new boat owners should do. Registration and Documentation When purchasing your boat, […]
Navigating the Vancouver International Boat Show
Nothing can drive the chill out of frigid winter days like a boat show. Strolling past row after row of new models and seeing what represents the state of the union in recreational boating is the perfect antidote for chilly winter temperatures, as thoughts of summer fun and new adventures dance through your head. This […]