Hi Michael, we went looking for Spirit Bear, but alas the closest we got of a view was from a brochure. We were in their territory, but the locals told us they usually wait until fall to come out of the hills to feed on the salmon runs. Perhaps another time.We would like to get there early enough to see the grizzly bear cubs this spring then wander slowly south and do the west coast too.
Hi Michael, just looked at the chart and it appears that when approaching from the mainland an easterly entry to Boat Pass would be advisable? Regarding tide state when entering, slack water the best; flood or ebb matter? Any window to worry about? Flood slack would probably be the safest water wise.I agree Boat Passage can be fun! You have to know the angle to hit it and time the tide as well ( like most passes in the Islands).
That is one of those Whew.... "Got to make a note on the chart!" moments.just below the surface as I passed by a few feet away.
Hi John, definitely a "gulp" moment. The rock is charted, but the entrance is rather narrow. Just take it slow. As I recall the passage through the entrance should be greater than a plus three feet tide state. The fireworks display is touted as the top three best private displays in the state. My experience is that it was the best I've seen of all those over the years in other venues.That is one of those Whew.... "Got to make a note on the chart!" moments.
Agree Michael, my log book is on the boat, but there were some anchorages that we entered up north that required a high tide passage; Rosco Bay, Rock Inlet behind the old Namu cannery http://mapcarta.com/24598340.And how many of those are there up and down the coast!!!! It's part of what keeps us interested and paying attention. I love going into new places like that.