Intro to Currents

Join Amber for two days of focused coaching and skill development in moving water. This introductory current course is designed to help paddlers develop the skills, understanding and confidence needed to safely navigate current environments.

Over the two days, we'll work on reading and understanding current flows, identifying features, entering and exiting current, crossing eddy lines, and developing effective maneuvres in moving water. Our focus will be on building a strong foundation through practical exercises, repetition and individual feedback.

We'll make the most of the ebb, working with clean, defined eddy lines and a variety of current features. Day one will be a full day of exploration and skill development, giving participants plenty of time to get comfortable with the environment and put new skills into practice. Day two will build on that foundation, with opportunities to refine, review and consolidate what we've learned. For those feeling ready for an additional challenge, we'll look at introducing some more dynamic features and exercises on the second day.

The goal is to leave with a better understanding of moving water, a stronger set of practical skills and the confidence to continue exploring current environments.

Schedule & Tidal Information
Day 1: August 22, 2027

Ebb Play & Flood

Meeting location: Hoskyn Landing
Meet ready to launch: 7:45 AM

Morning slack: 8:32 AM
Maximum ebb: 11:31 AM (-5.8 knots)
Afternoon slack: 2:30 PM
Flood: 4 knots by 4:00 PM
Planned finish: Approximately 4:00 PM
We'll take advantage of the ebb for the majority of the day, with the opportunity to observe and experience the transition into flood.

Day 2: August 23, 2027

Ebb Play
Meeting location: Hoskyn Landing

Meet ready to launch: 8:30 AM
Morning slack: 9:30 AM
Maximum ebb: 12:30 PM (-5 knots)
Afternoon slack: 3:23 PM
Planned finish: Approximately 4:00 PM

Day two will focus on refining and applying the skills developed on day one, with additional challenges introduced as appropriate for the group.

What to Know
Participants are responsible for arranging their own accommodation and meals.
Please arrive dressed and equipped for a full day on the water.

Participants should have appropriate paddling experience and be comfortable managing their kayak independently in sheltered conditions. All activities will be adapted to the conditions and the group's abilities, with safety and individual progression remaining our priorities.

Location: Surge Narrows, Quadra Island
Dates: August 22–23, 2027