Two Royal Victoria Yacht Clubs, both with Royal designation, One in Canada, one in the UK, both with a rich history and reputation.
The Royal Victoria Yacht Club in Canada is known for Swiftsure, the ocean sailing race. In the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia this is sailing’s showcase.
The UK club was formed by Prince Albert to give Queen Victoria a yacht club she could enter and granting royal status made it even better.
Uffa Fox was an English boat designer and sailing enthusiast, responsible for a number of innovations in boat design. His designs introduced planing hulls and trapezing to dinghy racing, which enhanced the popularity of the sport2. He was the first to develop a reliable rotating mast, and the first to embrace mass-production2. He was born…
From Cortez Bay, we begin the quest. To Desolation Sound to find nature’s best. Misty Isles, our boat sets sail, with billowing sails we chart her trail.
Canadian cuisine, oh how diverse, From coast to coast, it’s hard to traverse. But there are some dishes that we all know, And love to eat, wherever we go. Bannock, Nanaimo Bars, Maple Syrup, Saskatoon Berries, Caesars, Ketchup Chips, Montreal Smoked Meat, Poutine, Tourtiere, Butter Tarts, Ketchup and all Dressed Potato Chips, Beaver Tails, Canadian Peameal Bacon, Flipper Pie, French Canadian yellow split pea soup, Pudding Chomeur, Ice Wine, Steamies, Hodge Podge, Ployes, Chicken Fricot, Lunenburg Pudding, Rappie Pie, Blueberry Grunt, Blueberry Duff
The Discovery Islands region of British Columbia is a group of islands located at the northern end of the Salish Sea and the eastern end of Johnstone Strait, between Vancouver Island and the mainland coast of British Columbia, Canada3. Quadra Island is one of the islands. Here are some key points about the Discovery Islands:…
What is noteworthy about the Broughton Archipelago? Is it good for boating? Where can you get gas for an outboard in the Broughtons? The Broughton Archipelago is a group of islands located in British Columbia, Canada. It is known for its stunning natural beauty, abundant wildlife, and pristine waters. Here are some noteworthy aspects of…
Port McNeill, located in Canada, has ferry to Alert Bay. But Port McNeill is on Vancouver Island. So first you must ferry there. Overall, Port McNeill offers a range of outdoor activities, scenic drives, and access to the beautiful Broughton Islands, making it an attractive destination for nature enthusiasts and adventure seekers, one of which…
Port McNeill, a destination of adventure and thrill, A chance to explore the Broughton and Alert Bay appeal, A MacGregor 26x sailboat, is also A recreational vehicle to camp and be real.
In Barcelona’s waters, the Cup will take place, With hopes for technology to advance the recreational sailing space. Hydraulic mechanisms that replace winches, And electronics that trim sails without glitches.
Seattle Seafair, a festival of fun,
With hydroplane races and boats in the sun,
The Parade of Ships arrives in style,
Fleet Week brings military ships for a while.
Slo Mo Shun IV, the boat that invented summer,
Started the tradition that’s still a hummer,
Royalty reigns with Miss Seafair,
And the Blue Angels fly through the air.
Murrelet, a Macgregor 26X sailboat moored nearby,
Watches the festivities with a watchful eye,
The Seafair Indian Days Powwow celebrates culture,
And Ballard Seafood Fest offers seafood galore.
For 70 years, Seafair has been a delight,
With parades, community events, and boats in sight,
Seattle’s summer festival, a tradition so dear,
Brings joy to all, year after year.