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SUMMARY:Taste of B.C.: Coastal Provisioning & the Art of Dining Well
DESCRIPTION:Tastings. Conversation. Coastal inspiration. Everything you need for a delicious summer.\nLiving and eating well while exploring coastal B.C. shouldn’t be a chore – it should be part of the adventure. Voyage Makers and Missy Goes Boating invite you to the 2nd Annual Taste of B.C. at Port Sidney Marina for an afternoon of tastings\, conversation and coastal inspiration. \nDive into the flavours of coastal B.C. and learn the best ways to make your summer delicious. Whether you are a seasoned cruiser or just like to live well – gain new ideas for provisioning plans and how to entertain well on board. Get an exclusive first look at new culinary guides designed to change your life afloat. \n\nBook Launch\nGet an exclusive first look at new culinary guides designed to elevate your life afloat. \nEverything you need to entertain with style by Missy Gervais: \n🍳 Coastal Galley: Clever tips for provisioning and cooking on modern boats. \n🍸 Aft Deck Society: Master the “Art of the Docktail”. \n🍽️ Teak Table: Tips for elegant entertaining on board. \nVoyage Makers curated culinary guide to coastal B.C. \n📖 Port to Palate™: Our insiders guide to the best places to dine\, provision and taste the best of coastal B.C. \n\nTastings\n🐙 Local Tastings: Sample flavors from BC’s finest local vendors. \nEvent Details\n✅Location: Port Sidney Marina \n✅Tickets On Sale Now \n\nAbout the Series\nSeaside Talks & Training Series is a weekly dockside program presented by Voyage Makers Coastal Adventures focused on helping you get more from your time on the coast – whether you’re boating\, paddling\, or exploring the water’s edge.
URL:https://thevoyagemakers.com/event/port-to-palate-coastal-bc-tasting-event-spring-2026-culinary-guide-launch/
LOCATION:Port Sidney Marina Sidney\, B.C.\, Port Sidney Marina Sidney\, B.C.\, Port Sidney Marina Sidney\, B.C.\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Port to Palate,Seaside Talks & Training,Talks & Other Events
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SUMMARY:Gulf Islands Gourmet Loop
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this delicious journey through the South Coast’s best anchorages\, harbours\, and shoreline restaurants. Learn navigation\, crew and skippering skills while enjoying farmers markets\, gourmet dining\, and Vancouver Island’s vibrant local food scene. \n  \nJune 5-13\, 2026\nDeparting from Nanaimo with Nanaimo Yacht Charters  \nLimited to Eight (8) Vessels \n  \nItinerary Stops\nThetis Island – Clam Bay\, Telegraph Harbour \nSalt Spring Island – Ganges Harbour \nGabriola Island – Montague Harbour \nSaanich Peninsula – Brentwood Bay \nVancouver Island – Genoa Bay\, Ladysmith \nWallace Island – Princess Cove \n  \nCertification Opportunities\n\nIntro to Cruising\nCompetent Crew\nCoastal Navigation\nBareboat Skipper\n\n  \nPrice \nBareboat Charter or Private Vessel Flotilla Fee: $1\,977 CAD\nUp to Six (6) Guests on Board \nIncludes: \n✅ Theory Materials for one (1) Training Certification \n✅ Two (2) Pre-Departure Online Sessions (per vessel) \n✅  Local Provisions Box to Enhance Your On-Board Cooking \n✅  One (1) Fine Dining Experience (excl. alcohol) \n✅  One (1) Guided Shore Experience \n✅  Moorage (3-nights) \n✅  Daily Briefings& Ongoing Coaching \n✅  Evening “Sundowner” Gatherings \nDoes Not Include: Fuel\, Charter fees for Bareboat Vessels or On-Board Instructors \n  \n  \nPer Person (All-Inclusive): $6\,995 CAD\nPrivate Cabin (Discount Pricing for 2nd Person in Shared Cabin \nIncludes: \n✅ All of the items listed plus the costs of the vessel\, moorage\, fuel and onboard instructional skipper. \n✅  Provisions for onboard meals (breakfast\, lunch and dinner) \n✅  Your own fully appointed cabin (unless you choose to share)
URL:https://thevoyagemakers.com/event/gulf-islands-gourmet-loop-2/
CATEGORIES:Flotilla
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SUMMARY:Sail & Power Group Courses in Nanaimo\, B.C.
DESCRIPTION:Get Ready For a Great Summer!\nElevate your skills and have a great time doing it on Vancouver Island.  Join us at Nanaimo Yacht Charters for an immersive\, multi-day courses designed to transform your confidence at the helm. \nWhether you are new to boating\, transitioning from crew to skipper or seeking international certification\, this course is for you. \n\nSchedule\nDeparture Port: Nanaimo\, B.C. \n⏲️Boarding: June 5\, 2026 after 2 p.m. \n⏲️First Day on the Water: June 6\, 2026 \n⏲️Return to Nanaimo: June 13\, 2026 at 10 a.m. \nPassage planning and your specific itinerary are integrated into the curriculum\, allowing the weather\, sea conditions and your personal goals to dictate the voyage. You won’t just follow a path; you’ll learn how to create one. \n\nCertifications Available\nGraduate with internationally recognized credentials that open doors to global chartering and professional advancement: \n📜Competent Crew/Day Skipper – Canadian Recreational Yachting Association (CRYA) \n📜Coastal Skipper – Canadian Recreational Yachting Association (CRYA) \n📜Bareboat Skipper with ICC – International Yacht Training (IYT) \n\nContact Us to Start Your Voyage
URL:https://thevoyagemakers.com/event/sail-power-group-courses-in-nanaimo-b-c-3/
LOCATION:Nanaimo\, B.C.\, Nanaimo\, B.C.\, Nanaimo\, B.C.\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Courses in Nanaimo
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Shore - Seaside Talks & Training
DESCRIPTION:Paddling\, Expeditions\, Beachcombing & More With Blue Jellyfish SUP Adventures\nThe best part of cruising the coast isn’t always on the boat. Join us for an inspired evening exploring the treasures of the shoreline. Whether you’re new to the water or a seasoned cruiser – there’s always something new to explore at the waters edge. Learn from one of the regions most respected adventure guides\, Pam Martin. Pam built Blue Jellyfish SUP Adventures around the belief that the most extraordinary coastal experiences happen when you slow down\, get close and pay attention. She’ll share how to make the most of your time on and around the shore — wherever your cruise takes you. \n  \nWhat to Expect\n🐙An intimate dockside talk designed for boaters\, paddlers\, and coastal explorers who want to go deeper into the places they cruise through — not just past them. \n🐙Local knowledge. Coastal inspiration. And a few things you won’t find in any guidebook. \n🐙Celebrate World Ocean Week with us and learn how to enjoy the best of the shore as you cruise the coast. \n🐙Whether you’re a beginner to the water or a long-time boater\, exploring the shore never ceases to amaze. \n  \nTake It Further – Put the Mindset into Motion\nReady to apply what you’ve learned?  \n🧰 Book a training or adventure with Blue Jellyfish Adventures – and learn to grow\, glide and explore with ease \n🧰 Visit our Calendar for more. \nEvent Details\n✅ Cost: FREE and open to the public. \n✅ Location: Port Sidney Marina \n✅ Requirements: None! Just bring your curiosity and your questions. \n  \nAbout the Series\nSeaside Talks & Training Series is a weekly dockside program focused on helping you get more from your time on the coast – whether you’re boating\, paddling\, or exploring the water’s edge. \n 
URL:https://thevoyagemakers.com/event/seaside-talks-training-exploring-the-shore/
LOCATION:Port Sidney Marina Sidney\, B.C.\, Port Sidney Marina Sidney\, B.C.\, Port Sidney Marina Sidney\, B.C.\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Seaside Talks & Training
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