PICK UP THE JANUARY 2007 ISSUE AT YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD NEWSSTAND!   

A Meander Through Malaspina Inlet
Yearning for spectacular scenery and the solace of a peaceful anchorage? Malaspina Inlet is right next door to Desolation Sound but far away from the crowds.
By Ian Cook

Geocaching: The Search for Hidden Treasure
Armed with a GPS and a set of coordinates, the game is on. Geocaching is quickly becoming a popular pastime for treasure hunters on the B.C. coast—and it adds an exciting dimension to finding new anchorages and exploring new places.
By Diane Selkirk
        
Destination Marinas: An Endangered Species?
As the aging population of destination marina owners faces increased pressure to either invest in improvements or sell, the future of destination marinas is uncertain. Younger marina operators and support from the yachting community are required if the coast’s more remote marinas are to remain for us to enjoy.
By Peter Vassilopoulos

Don’t Rock the Boat
Some boaters are quiet and reflective, and some like to socialize. But for all boaters, a little respect goes a long way toward making a marina stay a positive experience. Here, the low down on marina etiquette.
By David Dossor

Disaster at Sea
Two true search-and-rescue stories from a former member of the Coast Guard serve as sober reminders to always be prepared for the worst.
By Len Burton

Hypothermia: What You Need to Know
Know what to do when hypothermia threatens the life of a crewmember with these key principles for prevention, recovery and treatment.  
By Bud Ayres

Quality Above All
The founder of one of B.C.’s best-recognized boat brands was a baker by trade, a logger by necessity and a fibreglass man by choice. The story of famed fibreglass boatbuilder, the late Frank Arlich of Double Eagle.
By Roger McAfee

Marine Power 2007
Thanks to an increase in emissions standards, the marine power industry has responded with an amazing array of dramatically cleaner, more fuel efficient engines that are also more durable, dependable and easy to maintain.
By Sven Donaldson

DEPARTMENTS

The View From Here
Beating the Winter Blues
By Peter A. Robson

Letters

Currents

Galley
Pasta Quickies
By James Barber

Off the Shelf
Boat Improvements
By Robert Buller

Reflections
Across the Great Divide
By Alex Morton

Coastlines
The Many Shades of Meaning
By Andrew Scott

Favourite Gunkholes
Huaskin Lake at Turnbull Cove
By Carol-Ann Giroday

Seamanship
Crew Overboard: Part Two
By Martyn Clark

Cockpit Confessions
Little Black Bikini —Jeananne Kathol Kirwin
Compiled by Duart Snow


BOAT REVIEWS

Onboard Sail  BAVARIA 33 CRUISER
Germany’s biggest builder delivers an impressive new yacht
By Sven Donaldson    

Onboard Power  COASTAL CRAFT 420
Outstanding design and workmanship in new aluminum boat
By Roger McAfee