The Canadian Gulf Islands in the southwest corner of British Columbia, are world famous for its natural beauty. This area has been mentioned as the Mediterranean the Northwest because of its coast cliffs, narrow channels and the natural landscape intact. The waters are considered ideal for both beginners and experienced sailors, and even desirable for families with children. Many ports are available from open water berthing facilities luxury with many extras, and these ports vary in capacity of a ship hundreds of boats. The Gulf Islands are a great choice for a sailing trip.

When you sail the Gulf Islands, you can explore miles of beaches are full of marine life including whales orcas, eagles, great blue herons, otters, dolphins, sea lions and seals. There are many limestone cliffs and forests Arbutus trees only (Canadian native broadleaf evergreens). National Park Gulf Islands is a marine park established largely due to the large population for marine birds and many marine animals in the region, due to fragile marine ecosystems of the system. Many surfers come here to see some of the birds of the rare marine west coast, and to see a violation of whales.

Spend some time in the islands with its relaxed atmosphere and many beaches, you're never far from being a decent bar or restaurant. Ganges (on Saltspring Island) and Nanaimo (on Vancouver Island) are the two best places to get supplies, since both places have food and shops within walking distance of the docks.

The pleasant mild climate makes the islands a great place to visit at any time of year.
The islands Gulf enjoy the sunshine 247 days a year and less than 20 cm of rain per year. They are known for having the best climate on the BC coast.

There are six main islands the southern Gulf Islands: Gabriola, Salt Spring, Galiano, Pender (North and South), Mayne and Saturna, and about 200 children. The people are passionate about the joys and adventures of sailing in this region. Plan your trip ahead of time, because at the end of summer and fall months are busy port and many sailors who set anchor in a nearby protected bays, coves, inlets and channels.

Most popular destinations in the southern Gulf Islands include D'Arcy Island Marine Park, Sidney Spit Marine Park Princess Margaret (on the island of Portland Island between Saltspring and Pender Islands), Beaumont Provincial Marine Park (Pender Island) Winter Cove Provincial Marine Park (Saturna Island), Cabbage Island Marine Park, Prevost Island, and Montague Harbor Marine Park (Galiano Island). Other great places to surf are the Captain Paso, right on the mouth of the Ganges Harbor, and increase the sound volume between Saturna and Pender islands, both of which usually have good winds. Port Browning North Pender Island, Poets Cove in Bedwell Harbor on South Pender Island, Conover Cove on Wallace Island, and Dionisio Provincial Park (Galiano Island) are other popular options.

Even for an experienced seaman, knowing your own limits is always crucial. Although navigation is easy, the destinations are often visible, and you are never very far from home, the tidal currents in the southern Gulf Islands can reach 4 knots in the spring and some channels reach the ocean goes up 9 knots. Some very experienced sailors who are new to this area have been taken by surprise. Because of the many canals and tidal currents in this area is essential to have adequate tides and charts, which are available in various places, when sailing the southern Gulf Islands. The guides are plentiful so you may want to look at a and choose a favorite before reaching the islands.

The engine of his sailboat must be in good working order, because in the summer, fine warm weather often accompanied by light winds or calm, and then there are the extreme tidal currents as well. The weather can change quickly at any time of year, especially in winter and spring. There is less fog in the Gulf Islands than anywhere else on the coast, but there is a danger to be seen out to.

The Gulf Islands, with its world famous natural beauty and ideal waters for sailing are a wonderful place to visit. Make sure you know your own limits, and planning ahead to ensure your boat motor is running well, and you have the right tides and charts, so you can find mooring if you are traveling in late summer and the peak months of early autumn. Enjoy the many provincial marine parks with a wealth of marine life including whales and seabirds, and exploring the many different islands, each with its own charm. Happy Sailing!

Tracy Crowe loves the Gulf Islands, and especially fondly remembers her childhood summer cottage on Pender Island.

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