DIY repair to our Side Shift bow thruster to get it working for ten bucks versus $350 for a new wireless joystick module. In my case, the only problem with it was a faulty power button. I solved the issue by soldering on an external momentary power switch. Captain Anne was most pleased to have … Read more
Maiden Voyage with Vestri – PT 1 Sidney, BC to Maple Bay Marina Our maiden voyage with our new boat, “Vestri,” begins with a short trip from Sidney, BC, to Maple Bay Marina. In the video, I give you a map overview of the trip and some video footage from along the way. All went … Read more
I have a big/update change to announce. An exciting new life path for my wife and Anne, and me. We still plan to travel and live in our RV for the winter down south. Then come the summer switch and cruise around coastal British Columbia in our new to us 1976 34′ CHB trawler! So … Read more
In this video, I join my wife Anne and our beagle Angie on a late August 2018 afternoon boat cruise. We board her 17.5 foot Arima Seachaser runabout and set sail for Mitlenatch Island. Mitlnatch Island is a BC provincial nature park located off the coast of Vancouver Island south of Quadra Island. It is … Read more
On a beautiful calm summer day, Angie and I joined Anne aboard her boat nicknamed Snoopy for a day trip on the waters off of Campbell River, B.C. Our route would take us south around Quadra Island and east to Cortez Island. Once we motored into Gorge Harbour through its narrow access channel, we shut off the engine and … Read more
One of the main reasons for summering on Vancouver Island, other than being close to family and friends, is the tremendous boating opportunities. I have to admit I’m not that big into boating but for my wife Anne it is a life long passion. She absolutely loves being on the water. Usually once or twice … Read more
A Three Hour Tour We are really enjoying our summer up here in Campbell River, BC while RVing Vancouver Island. The weather has been outstanding with plentiful sunshine and warm balmy conditions. One of the main reasons we decided to spend July and August here at Thunderbird RV Park is the proximity to the ocean and … Read more