Preparing for Your Camp
We are excited to welcome you
to camp with Coastal Current Adventures!
Lesson one for every adventurer is to: pack wisely! We have provided the resources below to help prepare for an amazing adventure. Please read carefully and allow plenty of time to collect these items so your camper will be warm, safe and happy!
FORMS
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Travel Information
There are three different ferry terminals on Salt Spring Island, all of them accessible for both walk-on passengers as well as vehicles. **Located on the northwest side of the island, is the terminal that connects Salt Spring to Crofton on Vancouver Island. Crofton is located between Duncan and Nanaimo, the latter of which is also…
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Day Camp Pack List
*Camp starts at 9:00 and finishes at 4:00. Pick up and drop off at our Cusheon Lake location, 118 Natalie Lane.
*Please contact Coastal Current Adventures at 250 221 2257 or 250 538 7241, if for some reason your child is not able to attend camp on a given day.
** If your child is unwell, please keep them home
*Please label all cherished clothing and gear with your child's name
*Campers should NOT bring electronic devices to camp (iPods or iPhones, handheld gaming devices, etc.).
*We do not recommend personal cameras either as they are easily lost or damaged by the salt water. We do have a camp camera and will be snapping photos of the campers throughout the week and sharing them!
Things to Bring Every Day
- Sun hat & sunglasses with retainer if possible
- Sunscreen that is "lake/reef friendly"
- 2 full water bottles of 1 litre in size
- Swimsuit and towel
- Sweater or fleece
- Rain gear tops and bottoms
- Daypack
- Hiking or good quality running shoes
- Water friendly sandals or water shoes (please no flip flops); water shoes should fit tightly so they stay on in the ocean.
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A hearty lunch and several snacks for throughout the day.
Spare Clothing Bag
Please pack a full change of clothing every day in case clothing gets wet. These items can be kept in a dry bag or stuff sack lined with a garbage bag.
This spare clothing bag should include:
- One pair of pants (light weight/synthetic is best)
- One pair of shorts (non cotton if possible)
- One warm wool sweater or fleece pullover/jacket
- One toque and an extra ball cap in case one is lost.
- Underwear & socks
Please pack a hearty lunch!
Note: There is no overnight session in the Day Camp.
Reminder--Camp starts at 9:00 am and ends at 4:00 pm each day; pick up and drop off at our Cusheon Lake location.
Overnight Kayak Camp Pack List
Please label all cherished gear with name.
Note: Cotton gear gets wet quickly, becomes heavy, cold and dries very slowly. Wool or synthetic gear acts like a wick and moisture is drawn to the outer layers. Jeans are not appropriate pants for camp. Wearing layers including wool and synthetic is best for our climate.
What We Provide
- kayaks: doubles and singles
- Neoprene skirts for kayaks
- Life Jackets (PFDs)
- Float pads, throw bags and bilge pumps
- Tents
- Food, snacks, cooking utensils/stoves, all cleaning supplies
Please do not bring your own items from the list above, without first talking to our staff; packing for a multi-day kayak trip is an art and it is all about travelling light!
Clothing
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A good sunhat with a brim, toque and sunglasses with retainers
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5-6 pair underwear
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4 pair wool/synthetic socks
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Bathing suit/shorts and 2 small towel
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1 pair long underwear, top & bottoms (synthetic or wool)
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3-4 T-shirts
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1-2 long-sleeved synthetic shirts
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1 set of good, waterproof rain gear: jacket and pants (rubber is great)
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2-3 pairs of shorts
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2 pairs of long pants (not full cotton if possible)
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1 pair of sturdy, water friendly sandals or water socks (flipflops are NOT appropriate water shoes)
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1 pair of light hiking boots or runners
Other Gear
- Synthetic sleeping bag - not down filled or cotton/flannel lined, which absorb moisture and don’t insulate well in a coastal environment (we have extras, they have a $20 + GST cleaning fee)
- Theramarest/inflatable sleeping pad or insulated pad (we have extras, they have a $15 + GST
- Sunscreen and sunglasses with straps, Zinc sticks for face
- Toiletries - toothbrush, toothpaste, brush/comb, face cloth, contacts/glasses, etc. as well as any medications (please refer to medical form).
- “Mess kit” – unbreakable bowl/plate, cutlery and mug
- 2 dish drying towel for personal drying
- A mesh bag for hanging utensils and plate overnight
- Flashlight or headlamp (with an extra set of batteries)
- 1L water bottle
- 2-3 nylon stuff sacs or dry bags (mid size, not over 15L)
- 4-5 large garbage bags & several large ziplocs for waterproofing
Optional/Notes
- Please DO NOT bring electronic equipment (eg iPhones, Cell phones iPods, Handheld gaming devices).
- A camera that is NOT part of your phone is optional. Cameras should be waterproof, as even the humid saltwater ocean conditions can negatively affect them. We have a camp Camera and can send everyone the photos
- Bug spray can be helpful at camp, however some people are sensitive to them and many brands - particularly those containing DEET - are highly toxic. Please use bug spray with care, or consider a natural brand or bug net.
- Synthetic sleeping bag - not down filled or cotton/flannel lined, which absorb moisture and don’t insulate well in a coastal environment (we have extras, they have a $20 + GST cleaning fee)
- Theramarest/inflatable sleeping pad or insulated pad (we have extras, they have a $15 + GST
**It is essential that students come with garbage bags for waterproofing their gear
If you have any questions or concerns please call/write us
Surf Camp Pack List
Please label all cherished gear with name.
Note: Cotton clothing gets wet quickly and becomes heavy, cold and dries very slowly. Wool or synthetic apparel acts like a wick and moisture is drawn to the outer layers. Jeans are not appropriate pants for camp. Wearing layers, including wool and synthetic, is best for our climate.
What We Provide
- Surfboards- Long and short boards available
- Wetsuits
- Booties
- Gloves when needed
- Tents
- Food, snacks, cooking utensils/stoves, all cleaning supplies
- Transportation to and from Pacific Rim
Please do not bring your own items from the list above, without first talking to our staff; packing for a multi-day kayak trip is an art and it is all about travelling light!
Clothing
• Sun hat and toque; Buff, light gloves
• 3-4 pair wool/synthetic socks
• Bathing suit/shorts and TWO towels
• 1 pair long underwear, top & bottoms (synthetic or wool)
• 3 T-shirts
• 1 long-sleeved synthetic shirts
• 1 warm sweater/ fleece jacket (synthetic or wool)
• 1 set of good rain gear: waterproof rain jacket and pants (rubber is great)
• 2 pairs of shorts
• 1-2 pairs of long pants (not full cotton, if possible fleece/synthetic)
• 1 pair of water friendly sandals or water socks
• 1 pair of light hiking boots or runners
Other Gear
- Synthetic sleeping bag - not down filled or cotton/flannel lined, which absorb moisture and don’t insulate well in a coastal environment (we have extras, they have a $20 + GST cleaning fee)
- Theramarest/inflatable sleeping pad or insulated pad (we have extras, they have a $15 + GST cleaning/maintenance fee)
- High quality Zinc stick for face (this is the only thing that will stay on in the ocean)
- Sunscreen and sunglasses with straps
- Toiletries - toothbrush, toothpaste, brush/comb, face cloth, contacts/glasses, etc. as well as any medications (please refer to medical form).
- “Mess kit” – unbreakable bowl/plate, cutlery and mug
- 2 dish drying towels
- A mesh bag for hanging utensils and plate overnight
- Flashlight or headlamp (with an extra set of batteries)
- 1L reusable water bottle
- A small duffle bag, or back pack to pack all the gear in.
- 1-2 large green garbage bags, several large zip locks.
Optional/Notes
- Please DO NOT bring electronic equipment (eg iPhones, iPods, handheld gaming devices).
- A camera that is NOT part of your phone is optional. Cameras should be waterproof, as even the humid saltwater ocean conditions can negatively affect them. (We have a camp camera and will send you all the photos)
- For most people, even those who “don’t usually burn”, sunscreen is not enough for our long days out in the sun with all the reflection off the water. Zinc cream/sticks are necessary.
- Bug spray can be helpful at camp, however some people are sensitive to them and many brands - particularly those containing DEET - are highly toxic. Please use bugspray with care, or consider a natural brand or bug net.
- Synthetic sleeping bag - not down filled or cotton/flannel lined, which absorb moisture and don’t insulate well in a coastal environment (we have extras, they have a $20 + GST cleaning fee)
- Theramarest/inflatable sleeping pad or insulated pad (we have extras, they have a $15 + GST cleaning/maintenance fee)
- If you have your own wetsuit or neoprene booties please let us know and bring them along, otherwise we will provide them.
- $ can be brought for spending money as we may visit a store to purchase their own snacks or misc during the trip up to Tofino and stopping at the gas station
- Hot Showers at Surf Junction (our camp site for surfing) cost .25/minute so $1 gives a reasonable shower. Cold shower and hot tub and Sauna use are no charge. If you have any questions or concerns please call us/write us
Kayak and Surf Camp Pack List
Please label all cherished gear with name.
Note: Cotton clothing gets wet quickly, becomes heavy, cold and dries very slowly. Wool or synthetic apparel acts like a wick and moisture is drawn to the outer layers. Jeans are not ideal pants for camp. Wearing layers including wool and synthetic is best for our climate.
What We Provide
- Kayaks- doubles and singles
- Neoprene skirts for kayaks
- Life jackets (PFDs)
- Float pads, throw bags and bilge pumps
- Tents
- Food, snacks, cooking utensils/stoves, all cleaning supplies
- Surfboards- Long and shortboards available
- Wetsuits
- Booties
- Gloves when needed
- Transportation to and from Pacific Rim
Please do not bring your own items from the list above, without first talking to our staff; packing for a multi-day kayak trip is an art and it is all about travelling light!
Clothing
- Sunhat and toque
- 8 pair underwear
- 6 pair wool/synthetic socks plus 2 pair of cotton socks
- Neck tube/light gloves
- 2 Bathing suits/shorts and TWO towels
- 1 pair long underwear, top & bottoms (synthetic or wool)
- 1 Turtleneck
- 6 T-shirts
- 2 long-sleeved synthetic shirts
- 1 warm sweater/ fleece jacket (synthetic or wool)
- 1 light jacket
- 1 set of good raingear: waterproof rain jacket and pants (rubber is great)
- 4 pairs of shorts
- 3-4 pairs of long pants (not full cotton, if possible fleece/synthetic)
- 1 pair of water friendly sandals or water socks
- 1 pair of light hiking boots that can be waterproofed ie. leather or pair of runners to be used during the evenings in camp.
Other Gear
- Synthetic sleeping bag - not down filled or cotton/flannel lined, which absorb moisture and don’t insulate well in a coastal environment (we have extras, they have a $20 + GST cleaning fee)
- Theramarest/inflatable sleeping pad or insulated pad (we have extras, they have a $15 + GST cleaning/maintenance fee)
- High quality Zinc stick for face, Sunscreen and sunglasses with straps. Zinc sticks are the only way to stop from burning on the ocean. Regular blocks wash off even if they are waterproof.
- Toiletries - toothbrush, toothpaste, brush/comb, face cloth, contacts/glasses, etc. as well as any medications (please refer to medical form).
- “Mess kit” – unbreakable bowl/plate, cutlery and mug • 2 dish drying towel for personal drying of their own dishes
- A mesh bag for hanging utensils and plate overnight
- Flashlight/Headlamp (with an extra set of batteries)
- 1L water bottle
- Small duffle bag, and 2 nylon stuff sacs or dry bags (mid size)
- 3-4 large green garbage bags, several large zip locks.
Optional/Notes:
- Please DO NOT bring electronic equipment (eg iPhones, Cell phones, iPods, handheld gaming devices).
- A camera that is NOT part of your phone is optional. Cameras should be waterproof, as even the humid saltwater ocean conditions can negatively affect them. We have a camp camera and will share the photos
- For most people, even those who “don’t usually burn”, sunscreen is not enough for our long days out in the sun with all the reflection off the water. Zinc cream is very useful.
- Bug spray can be helpful at camp, however some people are sensitive to them and many brands - particularly those containing DEET - are highly toxic. Please use bug spray with care, or consider a natural brand or bug net. Note: Tent waterproofing gets degraded when in contact with bug spray.
- Synthetic sleeping bag - not down filled or cotton/flannel lined, which absorb moisture and don’t insulate well in a coastal environment (we have extras, they have a $20 + GST cleaning fee)
- Theramarest/inflatable sleeping pad or insulated pad (we have extras, they have a $15 + GST cleaning/maintenance fee)
- If you have your own wetsuit or neoprene booties bring them along, otherwise we will provide them.
- For two-week camps, $ can be brought to visit a store to purchase their own snacks when we stop for Gas. Showers at our Surf Base are 25 cents per minute. There are cold water showers for free plus a Sauna and hot tub.
**It is essential that students come with garbage bags for waterproofing their gear
If you have any specific questions or concerns please call us/email us
West Coast Surf + Kayak Adventure Camp Pack List
What We Provide
- Kayaks- doubles and singles
- Neoprene skirts for kayaks
- Life jackets (PFDs)
- Float pads, throw bags and bilge pumps
- Tents
- Food, snacks, cooking utensils/stoves, all cleaning supplies
- Surfboards- Long and shortboards available
- Wetsuits
- Booties
- Gloves when needed
- Transportation to and from Pacific Rim
Please do not bring your own items from the list above, without first talking to our staff; packing for a multi-day kayak trip is an art and it is all about travelling light!
Clothing
-
Sunhat and toque
-
8-10 pairs underwear
-
8 pairs wool/synthetic socks
-
Neck tube/"Buff" that can be worn as a face mask as well as for warmth
-
A pair of light gloves for warmth
-
2 swimsuits/ swim shorts and two light beach towels
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1 pair long underwear, top & bottoms (synthetic or wool
-
6 t-shirts
-
2 long-sleeved synthetic shirts
-
1 warm sweater/ fleece jacket (synthetic or wool)
-
1 light/puffy jacket for warmth & layering
-
1 set of good rain gear: waterproof rain jacket & pants (rubber is great for a west coast downpour but not breathable or easy to paddle in)
-
4-5 pairs of shorts
-
3-4 pairs of long pants (not full cotton; fleece/synthetic pls.)
-
1 pair of water friendly sandals or water shoes/beachwalkers
-
1 pair of light hiking boots (waterproof preferably)
-
1 pair of runners
Other Gear
- Synthetic sleeping bag - not down filled or cotton/flannel lined, which absorb moisture and don’t insulate well in a coastal environment (we have extras, they have a $20 + GST cleaning fee)
- Theramarest/inflatable sleeping pad or insulated pad (we have extras, they have a $15 + GST cleaning/maintenance fee)
- Sunglasses with straps/retainers
-
Toiletries - toothbrush, toothpaste, brush/comb, face cloth, contacts/glasses, medications.
-
“Mess kit” – unbreakable bowl/plate, cutlery and mug
-
2 dish cloths & 2 drying towels for personal washing/drying of ones own dishes
-
A mesh bag for hanging utensils and plate overnight
-
Flashlight or headlamp (with an extra set of batteries)
-
1L water bottle
-
1 duffle bag, and 2 nylon stuff sacs or dry bags (mid size)
-
3-4 large green garbage bags, several large zip locks.
-
2-3 Safety masks that can be washed
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2 neck tubes/" Buffs" that can be used for face masks as well as neck warmers.
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Personal bottle of hand sanitizer
Optional/Notes:
- Please DO NOT bring electronic equipment (i.e. iPhones, Cell phones iPods, tablets, handheld gaming devices).
- A camera that is NOT part of your phone is optional. Cameras should be waterproof, as the humid saltwater ocean conditions can negatively affect them. We have a camp camera and will share the photos
- Bug spray can be helpful at camp, however some people are sensitive to it and many brands - particularly those containing DEET - are highly toxic. Please use bug spray with care, or consider a natural brand or bug net.
- Synthetic sleeping bag - not down filled or cotton/flannel lined, which absorb moisture and don’t insulate well in a coastal environment (we have extras, they have a $20 + GST cleaning fee)
- Theramarest/inflatable sleeping pad or insulated pad (we have extras, they have a $15 + GST cleaning/maintenance fee)
**It is essential that students come with garbage bags for waterproofing their gear
If you have any questions or concerns please write/call us