North Beach

July 20 to 22, 2009

We spent some time at North Beach in Masset surfing and crabbing. We met great people such as Bryan and Chad from Prince George who went out fishing (crabbing) with Patti. This is a great beach for kayak surfing on a rising tide. On a low tide...less than 21 feet... it is possible to camp overnight on the beach but if the tide gets higher than 21 feet, you may be in trouble. Check the sea state to make sure that the surf won't reach your car. This is a very long beach that is worth the visit.

Rose Spit

July 18 to 20, 2009
Distance: 22 miles

It is Thur July 23. Life is still going great for us in Haida Gwaii. After spending 3 days paddling to Rose Spit, we are back in Charlotte for laundry, shower, and groceries then going back to North Beach (Masset) on Graham Island to do a few days of car camping on the beach catching crabs at low tide and catching waves for kayak surfing at high tide. It's like holidaying from our holidays.

We just bought tickets to the local music festival for the weekend of Aug 7, 8, 9. (http://www.edgefestival.com/) Around the same time, we are meeting up with our friend, Mike from Victoria, for a week. That means we have 2 weeks for a kayak trip in Masset Inlet and Juskatla Inlet. This area will be much less challenging as no outer coast, but should still be heaps of fun.

Hiking Sleeping Beauty

If you have ever dreamed of hiking on Sleeping Beauty, it is in Queen Charlotte where you can do it. It is a great climb to get to the top of the world and throwing snow balls. it is a good change to hike after 35 days of kayaking. We will spend more time discovering the Island...there is so much to do. We'll keep you posted.

Cheers

Yves and Patti

Gwaii Haanas

May 30 to July 3, 2009
Distance: 407 miles

Just returned from 35 days at sea and paddling over 400 miles! We are both healthy and happy and full (just finished having fish and chips at the Sandspit Hotel). We will be in Sandspit for a few days and will start preparing for our next trip. We do not have our computer with us right now, so can't check email much. Will update with pictures soon.