The Victoria Day Cruise 

Chemainus, was a new destination for our cruisers.  This small town on the east coast of Vancouver Island is famous for its historical murals and lumber exports.  It is across from Kuper Island and is easily accessible for a long weekend cruise.  Speaking of which, we had excellent weather, (sunshine both days), and calm seas for our arrival and departure.  The vessels in attendance were; Distant Drum (Pat), Palaran (Darcy and Val), Meridian (Dave), Maresia (Tom and Susie), Justavacation (Bruce and Sheila) supervised by Commander Beverley and Past Commander Nancy. 

Our traditional Happy Hour was a great success thanks to the creative offerings provided.  For appetizers, Bruce baited his prawn traps, giving us a choice of barbequed or boiled prawns served on the wide concrete docks.  Our hospitality was extended to another couple who reciprocated by offering a delicious plate of salmon with a special sauce.  Sunday afternoon we went for an impromptu one-hour cruise courtesy of Bruce and Sheila.  We cruised by Stuart Channel in a relaxed mode (see pictures).  We visited Tent Island and a cove near Augusta Point on Kuper Island.  Dinner that night, was a change from the usual.  A garden placement was the perfect setting for our Japanese three course meal at Kudos Restaurant. 

The next morning dawned on overcast skies.  To avoid the rain later in the day, most of us departed early to return home after a perfect weekend. 

Acting Cruisemaster Dave.