THE CAPTAIN'S BLOG

Adventures, expeditions, and how-tos - follow along with our stories and those of our ambassadors.

60 Posts
A small group of volunteers takes a break amidst massive piles of driftwood during a coastal beach cleanup project.
4 minutes

Mustang Survival’s Black Friday Alternative for Ocean Conservation

Skip the Black Friday frenzy. Mustang Survival’s Blue Friday initiative lets you shop purposefully while supporting shoreline and ocean cleanup projects in British Columbia.

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Anglers aboard a Langara Island Lodge boat pull a large salmon from the ocean waves along a forested coastline.
10 minutes

A Fascination with Waves Can Create a Poetic Justice to Our Own Being

A fascination with waves can create a poetic justice to our own being. We think of storms as bad, but imagine an earth having never seen a wave formed from...

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Two sailors on a racing yacht endure heavy ocean spray while wearing high-visibility foul weather gear and hoods.
6 minutes

Layering for Offshore Sailing

Offshore sailing means being ready for whatever comes your way. Before you set sail, packing the right offshore sailing gear is essential for keeping your journey smooth and safe.

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A blonde boy and another child wearing kids life jackets paddle a red Nova Craft Canoe together near a grassy shoreline.
6 minutes

Top Tips for Canoeing or Kayaking with Kids

When you’re out on the water with kids, a little preparation goes a long way. These are the non-negotiables—the gear that keeps everyone comfortable, fed, and safe.  

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A young girl wearing a blue life jacket smiles while water skiing on a wide, sunny lake, kicking up white spray.
3 minutes

Choosing the Right PFD for Towable Watersports in Canada

Tubing, wakeboarding, or water skiing? Safety starts with the right PFD or lifejacket. Learn how to choose the best one for towable water sports.

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Two kayakers hold up a long, vibrant strand of golden kelp while conducting kelp monitoring from their boats.
3 minutes

Kelp Forests, Youth Leaders, and Coastal Resilience

Redd Fish Restoration partners with First Nation youth and Guardians to monitor and restore kelp forests in Barkley Sound—blending traditional knowledge with ocean science.

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