Paddling

Athletes with Fairway Gorge Paddling Club’s open men’s staff head out on a high-tech outrigger canoe. The club raised more than $16,500 at its 2020 Wetdasche event. (Courtesy of Fairway Gorge Paddling Club)

Victoria paddling group breaks fundraising record

Fairway Gorge Paddling Club’s 2020 Wetdashe event raises more than $16,500

 

Sweeping ranchlands, grassy vistas and golden plateaus await in BC’s interior. Blake Jorgenson photo.

Rivers, Ranches and Ranges: From Historic Sites to Wilderness Adventure

Experience some of BC’s history this summer

  • Jul 6, 2020

 

Exploring Mountain Peaks and Towns in Southeastern BC

Exploring Mountain Peaks and Towns in Southeastern BC

Plan your visit to BC’s mountain towns

  • Jun 29, 2020

 

Discover Oak Bay

Discover Oak Bay

From vibrant village centres to barefoot beach strolls, come explore

  • Apr 23, 2020
Discover Oak Bay
Discover Saanich

Discover Saanich

From forest to field to shoreline, the District of Saanich has much to explore

  • Apr 23, 2020
Discover Saanich
The annual WetDashe event took place on Saturday, Nov. 16, and Sunday, Nov. 17, at the Fairway Gorge Paddle Club. (Sophie Heizer/News Staff)

Outrigger canoe teams race over two days to raise money for men’s health initiatives

WetDashe for men’s health highlights benefits of year-round sport on the West Coast

  • Nov 17, 2019
The annual WetDashe event took place on Saturday, Nov. 16, and Sunday, Nov. 17, at the Fairway Gorge Paddle Club. (Sophie Heizer/News Staff)
Fairway Gorge Paddle Club will hold its annual WetDashe outrigger relay race to raise money for men’s health on November 16, 2019. (Sophie Heizer/News Staff)

Fairway Gorge Paddle Club outrigger relay race raises money for men’s health

Annual event returns, all proceeds will go to B.C. Cancer and Island Prostate Centre

  • Oct 22, 2019
Fairway Gorge Paddle Club will hold its annual WetDashe outrigger relay race to raise money for men’s health on November 16, 2019. (Sophie Heizer/News Staff)
Getting young people kayaking is a big part of what the Victoria Youth Paddling Club is all about. The Victoria Harbour-based organization recently received a $4,000 grant from Coastal Community Credit Union’s Building Healthier Communities Fund. Photo contributed

Victoria Youth Paddling Club earns community grant

Coastal Community Credit Union hands out its Building Healthier Communities Fund grants

Getting young people kayaking is a big part of what the Victoria Youth Paddling Club is all about. The Victoria Harbour-based organization recently received a $4,000 grant from Coastal Community Credit Union’s Building Healthier Communities Fund. Photo contributed
Paddle for Health raises funds for Vancouver Island families affected by cancer

Paddle for Health raises funds for Vancouver Island families affected by cancer

Register for the paddle at Willows Beach and contribute to Island Kids Cancer

  • Sep 5, 2017
Paddle for Health raises funds for Vancouver Island families affected by cancer