Clipper at Klemtu

One of our canoes that will see the water, but never 'see' the water, if you know what I mean.

This special version of the 31' Northern Dancer, with a fiberglass deck was commissioned for the new Klemtu Ferry Terminal. I think it looks very small up there.

The canoe greets those entering the new terminal. The white Kermode bear on the plaque (left), reflects Klemtu's location in the Great Bear Rainforest.

Four 'copper' paddles have been mounted in the deck.
The images represent; salmon, killer whale, mouse woman and the 4 seasons of the moon.

Photo courtesy- tranbc.ca

WCK winter update.

The Fraser Valley has been hit with one of the coldest snowiest winters in recent history. You may be wondering what does a canoe and kayak retailer do during these cold wintery days. Well, we do what any self respecting paddle junkie would do and go kayaking, all be it behind a snowmobile in our parking lot but its still kayaking.

So, yes, despite the best efforts of mother nature we are still open for those hardy Canadians not about to let a little cold weather slow down there paddling.

Happy New Year and have a great season on the water in 2012!

Jackson Cuda Promo Video.

Jackson Kayaks has expanded its fishing kayak line with a new kayak the Cuda. Check out this promo video going over all the features that are bound to make this one of the hottest fishing kayaks for 2012.

Call or email to book a test paddle in the Cuda for 2012 or come check it out at the BC Sport and Fishing Show in Abbotsford, March 2-4 2012.

New Jackson Kayaks Arrive at Western

Staff were kept busy on Tuesday unloading 92 new Jackson Kayaks.

One of the many piles of new boats recently arrived at Western Canoeing & Kayaking

We've got the brand new Jackson Fun Runner. Come in and check out the new fishing sit on top, the Cuda. Thinking of getting your kids into kayaking? We've got the Little Hero and the Fun 1.5.

We're open Tuesday thru Friday now thru December 23rd, so it's not too late to come in and outfit that kayaker on your Christmas list.

Immersion Research Double D Dry Suit now in stock!

You spoke and we listened, by popular demand we have brought in the infamous Immersion Research Double D Dry Suit. The Double D is known to be one of the best fitting most durable dry suits on the market. Add that to the 3 other models of Dry Suits, that we carry in stock, and you have guaranteed selection for winter long paddling comfort.






"Our premier dry suit. Build upon the Comp LX platform. Ergonomically cut pants, and the jacket is articulated for a paddling position. Fabric booties. Back entry zip for the driest seal with a skirt tunnel and most comfort while paddling. Relief fly zip. Pattern designed to have zero 4-way cross seams- a classic leaky spot on seam sealed garments. Every seam on the entire suit is hand-trimmed to 1/8th of an inch to ensure maximum seam tape contact. With a 4 layer waterproof, breathable Entrant® shell fabric, super flexible and easy-to-open dry zippers, bigger back entry zipper, and reinforced fabric booties you can't go wrong." - From IR web site

Our Newest Clipper

Western Canoeing staff was out early Monday morning testing their latest Big Canoe model, the 39' Northern Dancer XL. With seating for 18 paddlers, this northcoast aboriginal design will hit the water in spring 2012.

Northern Dancer XL

Our newest Big Canoe, tentatively named the Northern Dancer XL (for xtra long), is coming along way ahead of schedule. This 39' beauty will seat up to 18 paddlers.

The initial 'stripping up was completed last week. Fiberglassing the hull exterior started early this week.

We pulled the prototype off the stations this morning and will be fiberglassing the interior and adding some seats in preparation for a test paddle the first week of December. If you would like an update on when we'll test paddle, and or would like to join us please email me at : westerncanoe@telus.net