4 • celebrateourharbour
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The Victoria Harbour Celebration Society invites you to CELEBRATE OUR HARBOUR - June 17, 2012 On Sunday, June 17th 2012, from 11 am until 4 pm, the Victoria Harbour Celebration Society will present the second annual Celebrate Our Harbourr Day to encourage Victoria residents and visitors to experience the unique character, history, industry and beauty y of our Harbour. This is a fun-filled afternoon of family activities on Songhees and Ship Point, traditional territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, and on the waters of Victoria’s picturesque Inner Harbour. For a full day, the society is showcasing paddle boat races, historical tours, working harbour activities, Maritime entertainment performances, sand sculptures, kayaking and rowing activities, a pirate school and many more activities. There is sure to be something inspirational for attendees of all ages to celebrate. So, grab your sunscreen, a pair of shades, and maybe even a hat, and we’ll see you on the shore!
continued on page 2
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Sponsored by We Sell Happiness www.victoriaharbourferry.com
2 • celebrateourharbour
Friday, June 8, 2012 - VICTORIA
NEWS • OAK BAY NEWS • SAANICH NEWS • GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE • PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW
celebrateourharbour promotional feature
continued from page 1
historian istorian and author, John Adams, and naturalist John Sirois for an in depth look at Victoria’s natural and cultural history. Traditional Greenland Sea Kayak Rolling Demonstration Michael Jackson is in town! Michael, a competitive roller, will be presenting the Kayak roll - the ultimate self-rescue technique. He will be showing off some of the 35 different kinds of Greenland
kayak rolls Harbour Ferry Shuttle between Ship Point and Songhees Point For the landlubbers, there will be regular courtesy shuttle service aboard the great little H2O Taxi Boats, allowing participants to enjoy venues on both shores. Mini cruises are a pleasant and relaxing way to enjoy the Harbour. Public Tours of Point Hope Maritime
Participants will discover the history and modern day facilities of Victoria’s first shipyard, established in 1873. The extensive facilities include a floating dry dock, a marine railway and a 15,000 square climate controlled specialized assembly shed for fabrication.
in rounds based on combinations of military marching maneuvers, a few RCMP Musical Ride maneuvers, a touch of choreography from the minds of the Ballet Leader with a few moves from a professional ballet choreographer thrown in for good measure.
Victoria Harbour Ferry Water Ballet This traditional Sunday performance will be a highlight of the day. In this 10 minute ballet, five boats ‘dance’
Maritime Museum’s Pirate School Courtesy of the Maritime Museum of BC, wannabe pirates can learn
continued from page 2
the art of scrimshaw, create treasure maps, get ‘tattooed’ and become skilled buccaneers with special balloon pirate swords. Sand Sculpture Showcase World Champions, Victorians Fred Dobbs, Ken Abrahams, Damon Langlois (2011 Solo World Champion) and Charlie Beaulieu of Washington State will be
creating their works of art. Original, imaginative and beautiful, sand sculpting is a popular art form. Over the day, sand and water will come to life with buckets and shovels and whole lot of talent culminating in a finished masterpiece. Visitors to the harbour will have the opportunity to watch the sculpture take shape, meet the artists and find out just how these sand statues are made.
eventschedule www.celebratevictoriaharbour.ca Seaquest Explorer Vessel Open House - Ship Point Dock 11:45-1:00 pm
Ship Point Picnic Area 11am – 4pm 11:00 am Opening Ceremonies – Victoria Nautical Song Circle, Town Crier Robert Alexander, David Anderson and Hon. Ida Chong, Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development Dragon Boat Tours - Ten paddler Champion dragon boat rides - 8 guest paddlers with 2 experienced paddlers. Dragon boat courtesy of the Gorging Dragons steered by Roman Matieschyn 11:15 am, 12:15 pm, 1:15 pm, 2:15 pm, 3:15 pm
continued on page 3
Songhees West Song Walkway, a great walk on a bright sunny day. “Our Young Rowers” - This team was a part of Adam Kreek’s world record rowing lesson. 2012. Photo by Harold Aune.
BBQ Concession - Presented by the Delta Ocean Point Hotel and Spa Ferry Taxi Shuttle – Courtesy of Harbour Ferries. Delta Ocean Point Hotel Dock to Inner Harbour Dock and return
Sea Kayak Skills Demonstration – By Brad Armstrong of Kelp Reef Adventures. 3:30 pm (30 min)
Paddle Craft Test Drives - Sea Kayak, Canoe, Row Boat and Stand Up Paddle Board
Pirate School - Presented by the Maritime Museum of B.C.
Paddle Races – Staggered start times, drop in registration. Race assistance provided by the Ocean River Paddling Club 11:30 am: OC6 11:50 am: Outrigger Canoes and Surfski 12:10 pm: Sea Kayaks and Canoes 1:00 pm: SUP 1:40 pm: Dragon Boats
*As this is an active industrial site, these tours are not recommended for small children or people who have difficulty walking. Closed-toe footwear is mandatory, and due to the privacy considerations of our marine clients, no photographs will be permitted.*
Historic photo from the album of Albert Edward Scott. Circa 1923/24. Photo courtesy Stephen Locks.
Songhees Point 11am – 4pm
Greenland Kayak Rolling Demonstration – By Mike Jackson. 1:15 pm (45 min.)
Point Hope Maritime Tours - Tours at 12:15 pm, 1:15 pm and 2:15 pm. Access through the North Gate on Harbour Road nearest to the Dockside Green dock. Courtesy Shuttle leaves Ship Point at 11:45 am, 12:45 pm and 1:45 pm
MV Uchuck II at Point Hope Maritime, Pacific Pilot II in the foreground. 2010 - photo by Tim Houlihan.
Walking Tour – presented by historian John Adams and naturalist Jacques Sirois 3 pm
Information Displays - Elite Electric Bikes, Ocean River Sports, Selkirk Station Bicycle & Kayak, South Island Sea Kayaking Association, Victoria Canoe and Kayak Club, and Whitehall Row & Sail.
Ferry Taxi Shuttle – Courtesy of Harbour Ferries. Delta Ocean Point Hotel Dock to Inner Harbour Dock and return
First Celebrate the Harbour race, Mike Jackson leads by a wide margin. 2011 - photo by Sandy Leduc.
“Our Family Serving Your Family since 1974”
celebrateourharbour • 3
VICTORIA NEWS • OAK BAY NEWS • SAANICH NEWS • GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE • PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW - Friday, June 8, 2012
Sand Sculpture – Award winning international sand sculptors Fred Dobbs, Ken Abrahams, Damon Langlois and Charlie Beaulieu Sea Shanties – Performances by the Victoria Nautical Song Circle 11:15 am, 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm
You are Invited
Walking Tours – presented by historian John Adams and naturalist Jacques Sirois 11:30 am & 1:00 pm Paddle Races – Staggered start times, drop in registration. Race assistance provided by the Ocean River Paddling Club 11:30 am: OC6 11:50 am: Outrigger Canoes and Surfski 12:10 pm: Sea Kayaks and Canoes 1:00 pm: SUP For more information and times, visit
www.celebratevictoriaharbour.ca
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Open Thursday-monday Thursday monday a.m. - p.m.
Why not come by Harbour Ferry
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2 • celebrateourharbour
Friday, June 8, 2012 - VICTORIA
NEWS • OAK BAY NEWS • SAANICH NEWS • GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE • PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW
celebrateourharbour promotional feature
continued from page 1
historian istorian and author, John Adams, and naturalist John Sirois for an in depth look at Victoria’s natural and cultural history. Traditional Greenland Sea Kayak Rolling Demonstration Michael Jackson is in town! Michael, a competitive roller, will be presenting the Kayak roll - the ultimate self-rescue technique. He will be showing off some of the 35 different kinds of Greenland
kayak rolls Harbour Ferry Shuttle between Ship Point and Songhees Point For the landlubbers, there will be regular courtesy shuttle service aboard the great little H2O Taxi Boats, allowing participants to enjoy venues on both shores. Mini cruises are a pleasant and relaxing way to enjoy the Harbour. Public Tours of Point Hope Maritime
Participants will discover the history and modern day facilities of Victoria’s first shipyard, established in 1873. The extensive facilities include a floating dry dock, a marine railway and a 15,000 square climate controlled specialized assembly shed for fabrication.
in rounds based on combinations of military marching maneuvers, a few RCMP Musical Ride maneuvers, a touch of choreography from the minds of the Ballet Leader with a few moves from a professional ballet choreographer thrown in for good measure.
Victoria Harbour Ferry Water Ballet This traditional Sunday performance will be a highlight of the day. In this 10 minute ballet, five boats ‘dance’
Maritime Museum’s Pirate School Courtesy of the Maritime Museum of BC, wannabe pirates can learn
continued from page 2
the art of scrimshaw, create treasure maps, get ‘tattooed’ and become skilled buccaneers with special balloon pirate swords. Sand Sculpture Showcase World Champions, Victorians Fred Dobbs, Ken Abrahams, Damon Langlois (2011 Solo World Champion) and Charlie Beaulieu of Washington State will be
creating their works of art. Original, imaginative and beautiful, sand sculpting is a popular art form. Over the day, sand and water will come to life with buckets and shovels and whole lot of talent culminating in a finished masterpiece. Visitors to the harbour will have the opportunity to watch the sculpture take shape, meet the artists and find out just how these sand statues are made.
eventschedule www.celebratevictoriaharbour.ca Seaquest Explorer Vessel Open House - Ship Point Dock 11:45-1:00 pm
Ship Point Picnic Area 11am – 4pm 11:00 am Opening Ceremonies – Victoria Nautical Song Circle, Town Crier Robert Alexander, David Anderson and Hon. Ida Chong, Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development Dragon Boat Tours - Ten paddler Champion dragon boat rides - 8 guest paddlers with 2 experienced paddlers. Dragon boat courtesy of the Gorging Dragons steered by Roman Matieschyn 11:15 am, 12:15 pm, 1:15 pm, 2:15 pm, 3:15 pm
continued on page 3
Songhees West Song Walkway, a great walk on a bright sunny day. “Our Young Rowers” - This team was a part of Adam Kreek’s world record rowing lesson. 2012. Photo by Harold Aune.
BBQ Concession - Presented by the Delta Ocean Point Hotel and Spa Ferry Taxi Shuttle – Courtesy of Harbour Ferries. Delta Ocean Point Hotel Dock to Inner Harbour Dock and return
Sea Kayak Skills Demonstration – By Brad Armstrong of Kelp Reef Adventures. 3:30 pm (30 min)
Paddle Craft Test Drives - Sea Kayak, Canoe, Row Boat and Stand Up Paddle Board
Pirate School - Presented by the Maritime Museum of B.C.
Paddle Races – Staggered start times, drop in registration. Race assistance provided by the Ocean River Paddling Club 11:30 am: OC6 11:50 am: Outrigger Canoes and Surfski 12:10 pm: Sea Kayaks and Canoes 1:00 pm: SUP 1:40 pm: Dragon Boats
*As this is an active industrial site, these tours are not recommended for small children or people who have difficulty walking. Closed-toe footwear is mandatory, and due to the privacy considerations of our marine clients, no photographs will be permitted.*
Historic photo from the album of Albert Edward Scott. Circa 1923/24. Photo courtesy Stephen Locks.
Songhees Point 11am – 4pm
Greenland Kayak Rolling Demonstration – By Mike Jackson. 1:15 pm (45 min.)
Point Hope Maritime Tours - Tours at 12:15 pm, 1:15 pm and 2:15 pm. Access through the North Gate on Harbour Road nearest to the Dockside Green dock. Courtesy Shuttle leaves Ship Point at 11:45 am, 12:45 pm and 1:45 pm
MV Uchuck II at Point Hope Maritime, Pacific Pilot II in the foreground. 2010 - photo by Tim Houlihan.
Walking Tour – presented by historian John Adams and naturalist Jacques Sirois 3 pm
Information Displays - Elite Electric Bikes, Ocean River Sports, Selkirk Station Bicycle & Kayak, South Island Sea Kayaking Association, Victoria Canoe and Kayak Club, and Whitehall Row & Sail.
Ferry Taxi Shuttle – Courtesy of Harbour Ferries. Delta Ocean Point Hotel Dock to Inner Harbour Dock and return
First Celebrate the Harbour race, Mike Jackson leads by a wide margin. 2011 - photo by Sandy Leduc.
“Our Family Serving Your Family since 1974”
celebrateourharbour • 3
VICTORIA NEWS • OAK BAY NEWS • SAANICH NEWS • GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE • PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW - Friday, June 8, 2012
Sand Sculpture – Award winning international sand sculptors Fred Dobbs, Ken Abrahams, Damon Langlois and Charlie Beaulieu Sea Shanties – Performances by the Victoria Nautical Song Circle 11:15 am, 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm
You are Invited
Walking Tours – presented by historian John Adams and naturalist Jacques Sirois 11:30 am & 1:00 pm Paddle Races – Staggered start times, drop in registration. Race assistance provided by the Ocean River Paddling Club 11:30 am: OC6 11:50 am: Outrigger Canoes and Surfski 12:10 pm: Sea Kayaks and Canoes 1:00 pm: SUP For more information and times, visit
www.celebratevictoriaharbour.ca
inlingua TESL
to t o tea, te ea, a and an nd a tour tour of of o ur h eritage g arden. our heritage garden.
TESL
Teaching English as a Second Language
Open Thursday-monday Thursday monday a.m. - p.m.
Why not come by Harbour Ferry
The Thunderbird team says “Welcome Aboard” to
Point Ellice House & Gardens 2616 Pleasant St. I www.pointellicehouse.ca
VICTORIANEWS
I OR
DI
250-385-9795
Register before June 11th & Save $175
Advertising Consultant EN
SC
S
OU
N
direct cell
250.480.3271 778.922.0585
mkirley@vicnews.com
www.vicnews.com
SAVE!
Elite Electric Bikes
Maria Kirley T
INSURANCE BROKERS LTD.
1032 Yates St., MONDAY - FRIDAY 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM OPEN SATURDAY 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM www.thunderbirdinsurance.com
S
THUNDERBIRD
Connecting you with your community
Selkirk Station Bicycle & Kayak
Open doors Op O pe en n tthe he d he oo o ors rs tto o nearly 400 ne ea arrrly ly 4 ly 00 0 0 inlingua inl nlin nli ingu gua a schools sc s cho hoollls s worldwide wo w orldw rlld rl dw d wid ide with our exclusive wiith th ho urr e xclu xc lusi siive ve ve Teacher Teache Te Teac her Training Trai Trai Tr ain niing Program. Prog Pr og grram rra am.
LEARN TRAVEL TEACH EARN
registration fee!
rentals • sales • service 106-80 Regatta Landing Î 250.383.1466
101 - 910 Government St. (Below Ric’s Grill) 250.590.4805 • www.inlinguavictoria.com
4 • celebrateourharbour
Friday, June 8, 2012 - VICTORIA
Windsor Plywood
NEWS • OAK BAY NEWS • SAANICH NEWS • GOLDSTREAM NEWS GAZETTE • PENINSULA NEWS REVIEW
OPEN LATE!
*
! e l a S r e Say Hello to Summ $ 88
LANGFORD LOCATION ONLY OPEN ‘TIL 7:00 PM THURSDAY & FRIDAY
celebrateourharbour sundayjune17, 11am-4pm
11 Landscape Ties $ 88 $ 88 $ 84 5 4 Fence Posts 19 Pressure Treated 4”x4”x8’
ea
Stk Cedar 4”x4”x8’
ea
Pressure Treated
Environmentally Friendly Mini Ties
ea
All Cedar Fence Panels
Wood Stains
Lattice Top • 4’x8’ • 5’x8’ • 6’x8’
Deck Finish
$
Cetol 1
Cetol SRD
78 68 88 $
88 $
3.78 L
3.78 L
48
Exterior Metal Doors
149 $ 88 169 $
88 2x4
Starting at:
88
Valley Top • 5’x8’ • 6’x8’
3.78 L
Starting at:
Get Your Deck in Shape for BBQ Season!
58 $ 88 66 $
88
Outswing
6 Lite Fir Door
Double French Doors
Shelf Optional Extra • 2’8” • 2’10” • 3’0”
$
$
2x6
• 2’8” & 3’0” Available Sizes
Not exactly as shown
Laminate Flooring $
Hardwood Flooring
1 4888 Roll
ACACIA PREFINISHED
Hardwood Flooring
4 4 sq ft
Every Style of In Stock Interior Doors, Bifolds, French Doors, Shaker Doors, Decorative French Doors
WOW!
Baltic Birch 1/4”
1/8”
Super Lite MDF
5’ x 5’ sheets 3/8”
1/4”
(Ultralite) 4’ x 8’ Sheets
1/2”
3/8”
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88 $ sheet
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5/8”
sheet
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• Weiser • Taymor • Nottingham
20
% OFF
PROTECT YOUR FLOORS
FELTAC
20
Here’s He ere’’s a snapshot ssna naps na psho ps hott of ho o ssome ome om e of tthe he e activities year: activi vities vi es offered off ffer erred this e thi his hi is ye y ar: ar: ar
The T e Harbour Th Harb Ha rbou rb bou our r Ra Race ce This Th T his recreational rec ecre reat atio at ion io nal race race for ra for human hum uman an a n powered powere po ed watercraft, wate wa terc te erc rcra ra raft aft ft,, organized orga or ani nize zed ze d by by tthe h he Ocean River (ORPC) Riive R ive ver Paddling Padd Pa ddli dd ling li ng Club Clu ub (O (ORP ORP PC C)) was a popular activity year accti acti tivi v ty in vi in 2011. 20011 2011 1 . This This y ear is another afternoon afternoo oo on of of racing rac acin i g fun. The in race is open to outrigger canoes, ca ano oes e , surf skis, kayaks, dragon boats, stand sttan stan and up paddleboards and rowboats. The The h route starts at the inside of Songhees Point, by Delta Ocean P Pointe Hotel. Racers b the th D lt O i t H t l R will make their way along the 3 km course, round the pilings in West Bay and return cheered on by the spectators on the Songhees walkway. Historical/Naturalist Tours of the Harbour The Harbour and downtown Victoria provide a rich source for historical stories of Victoria’s Waterfront, including those of the First Nations, the Gold Rush of 1858, and other exciting events in Victoria’s past. It also has a vibrant natural history. Join local
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20
“The Tamsen” sits at the Wharf St. Floats. 2010 - photo by Ron Roach .
% OFF
sheet
UNFINISHED
4488 $3688
$
Gary Duran, head instructor of Ocean River Adventures, paddles across the harbour. 2011- photo by Tim Houlihan
ISHED
PREFIN
EdgStoeckT50a’ Rpolle In $ 95
13
888 Van Isle Way • Langford 250-474-6111 windsorplywoodvanisle@shaw.ca
Windsor Plywood
Blue Bridge & Victoria Harbour Ferries as seen from the walkway in front of the Victoria Harbour Ferries office. 2011 - photo by Tim Houlihan.
OFF FF
4’ x 8’ Sheet
PREFINISHED
Sale Ends June 16, 2012 • MON-FRI 8-5:30 PM • SAT 8:30-5 PM • SUN CLOSED
The Victoria Harbour Celebration Society invites you to CELEBRATE OUR HARBOUR - June 17, 2012 On Sunday, June 17th 2012, from 11 am until 4 pm, the Victoria Harbour Celebration Society will present the second annual Celebrate Our Harbourr Day to encourage Victoria residents and visitors to experience the unique character, history, industry and beauty y of our Harbour. This is a fun-filled afternoon of family activities on Songhees and Ship Point, traditional territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, and on the waters of Victoria’s picturesque Inner Harbour. For a full day, the society is showcasing paddle boat races, historical tours, working harbour activities, Maritime entertainment performances, sand sculptures, kayaking and rowing activities, a pirate school and many more activities. There is sure to be something inspirational for attendees of all ages to celebrate. So, grab your sunscreen, a pair of shades, and maybe even a hat, and we’ll see you on the shore!
continued on page 2
Locally Owned & Operated
2120 Keating X Rd. • Saanichton 250-652-5632
Ready... set... row! Or paddle too
3/4” Birch Plywood
3/4”
sheet
OFF
ALL IN STOCK
• Maple • Oak • Jatoba • Fir • American Cherry
20
sq ft
20
Door Hardware
Stair Nosings
%
$ 88 $ 88
• Bronze • Nearly Naked
Glass Specials ALL IN STOCK
%
Cut & Block Extra
UNFINISHED
YOUR CHOICE • Natural • Golden Wheat • Black Walnut • Dark Gunstock
sq ft
lin ft
Interior MTM
WHITE OAK PREFINISHED
10 Colours to Choose From
¢
• Lexington • Harlow • Royston • Sophia • Asiana
3988 $ 88 29
12MM TECHNICLIC
98 $
77 53
$
2x6 Jamb
Underlay
Utility 2x6
¢
Exterior MTM
2x4 Jamb
468
Select Tight Knot 5/4x5
DOOR SHOP SERVICES
Clear Low E Glass
88
Cedar Decking
lin ft
CRAFTSMAN
88888 $ 98888
promotional feature
• MON-TUES-WED 8 AM - 5:30 PM • THURS-FRI 8 AM - 7:00 PM • SAT 9 AM - 5:30 PM • SUN - FAMILY DAY EASY ACCESS • LOTS OF PARKING • DELIVERY
Sponsored by We Sell Happiness www.victoriaharbourferry.com