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Table of Contents Alert Bay ........................................................................... 5 At Sea & Ashore ............................................................20 Fish Regulations ............................................................21 Kayaking & Diving.........................................................22 Port Hardy ......................................................................15 Port McNeill ...................................................................11 Shellfish Harvesting ......................................................21 Sointula ............................................................................. 7 Telegraph Cove ............................................................... 9 Whale Watching ............................................................23 North Island Marine Directory 2011 is distributed free of charge to all mariners stopping in the area and is also available at marine supply stores, visitor information centres, at the North Island Gazette and online at www.northislandgazette.com. North Island Marine Directory 2011 is published by North Island Gazette 7305 Market St, Box 458, Port Hardy, BC V0N 2P0 Phone: 250-949-6225 • Fax: 250-949-7655 Email: production@northislandgazette.com Website: www.northislandgazette.com
Important contact information: Fisheries and Oceans www.pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca Port Hardy Office: 250-949-6422 24 hour toll free recorded info: 1-866-431-3474 Canadian Coast Guard Pacific Region www.pacific.ccg-gcc.gc.ca DFO - Pacific Region www.pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca Marine Weather Office www.weatheroffice.ec.gc.ca/marine Detailed Tide Charts www02.coconet.com:8080 Northwest Boat Travel www.boattravel.com Local Bus Service Port Hardy: 250-949-7532 Port McNeill: 250-956-3552 BC Transit 250-956-3151 BC Ferries 1-888-223-3779 www.bcferries.com
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Alert Bay
Located on Cormorant Island, Alert Bay proudly shares their First Nations culture and history with the world. A full-service marina includes water and electrical service. There are two boat launches and a fish cleaning station for your convenience. The harbour office accepts debit and major credit cards. The town has all the amenities you need. Pick up groceries, get stamps from the post office, or enjoy fine waterfront dining. Other amenities include a hospital and medical clinic, a pharmacy, library, visitor information centre, churches, liquor store, banking services and a hardware store. Nearby, sacred burial grounds include many totem poles – please view them from the sidewalk. The U’Mista Cultural Centre celebrates First Nations Culture, and invites you to join them! Don’t miss the museum, with hand-carved masks and other artifacts. The Big House is modeled on a traditional native dwelling, and is used for celebrations. Native dance demonstrations thrill visitors. Hikers love Alert Bay’s trails, especially the nearby Ecological Park. Trails twist through forests, over boardwalks and marshes. Descriptive signs explain the local flora and fauna. Harbour Office Harbour Manager: Eric Gregory Radio: VHF Channel 66A Phone: 250-974-5727 Cell: 250-974-8255 Email: boatharbour@alertbay.ca www.alertbay.ca
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The protected, spacious moorage at Sointula has drawn mariners for over a century. Today, it’s the perfect place to relax, refit, and prepare for your next adventure. The Malcolm Island Lions Club operates the dock facilities, which include showers and washrooms, a laundromat, garbage disposal, ice, electrical hook-up, winch, and even repairs. At the top of the dock, a vendor provides tasty treats for tired sailors. Located just a short 2 km walk from the docks, downtown Sointula has much in store. Stock up on groceries, enjoy local dining, and browse through many specialty stores and the museum. There are also medical facilities and a bank. Nearby, trails lure nature lovers to explore the beauty of local beaches. Pulteney Point, a working lighthouse station, is a beautiful sight. The Mateoja Trail features the history of the first Finns who arrived here, hoping to create an island utopia. Explore the area, and discover what they knew. Harbour Office Harbour Manager: Lorraine Williams Phone: 250-973-6544 Cell: 250-973-6544 Email: milha@cablerocket.com www.island.net/~sointula/ Harbour office open seven days a week, year round. Showers and washrooms never close.
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Telegraph Cove Telegraph Cove Marina
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Telegraph Cove
Nestled in a tiny inlet, the picturesque hamlet of Telegraph Cove began as a telegraph station in 1912. A boardwalk circles the sheltered cove, and many buildings are build on pilings extending over the water. Most of the buildings have historic importance, and plaques describe their history. It is a popular destination, and a great launch place for adventures in the Broughton Archipelago. Fishing and wildlife viewing are popular here; charter a boat or hire a guide and explore the beauty of the Broughton! While in the area, tune in to 88.5 FM and listen to the sounds of whales, picked up via an underwater microphone nearby. There are two privately-owned marinas boasting full facilities for boaters. The Telegraph Cove Marina offers moorage with power, a boat launch, fish cleaning stations, showers and washrooms, fresh water, laundry, accommodations, an RV park, and a cafĂŠ. The Telegraph Cove Resort offers marine fuel, a general store and liquor outlet, a gift shop, showers and washrooms, laundry facilities, a restaurant and pub, accommodations, a campground, and fish cleaning station. Telegraph Cove Marine
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Radio: VHF Channel 66A Phone: 250-928-3163 Fax: 250-928-3162 Toll free: 1-877-TEL-COVE (835-2683) Email: reservations@telegraphcove.ca www.telegraphcove.ca
Phone: 250-928-3131 Toll free: 1-800-200-HOOK (4665) Email: tcrltd@island.net www.telegraphcoveresort.com
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Port McNeill
Port McNeill Downtown Area
Harbour Office Harbour Manager: Hiltje Ramsay Radio: VHF Channel 66A Phone: 250-956-3881 Fax: 250-956-2897 Email: pmharbour@telus.net www.town.portmcneill.bc.ca Office Hours: June-August: 8am-6pm Sept-May: 8:30am-4:30pm Showers: key is available from Harbour Office
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Port McNeill The bustling harbour of Port McNeill attracts boaters year-round, with berths for boats of all sizes. Amenities for boaters include protected moorage, often with power, and anchorage. At the dock, there are showers and washrooms, a boat launch, free wireless broadband internet access, and hydraulic winch, a pump-out station, and fish cleaning station. The harbour office and Visitor Information Centre are steps from the dock. Marine fuel is available at nearby seaplane dock. The hustle and bustle of downtown Port McNeill has everything you could need, all within two blocks of the dock. You can get groceries, do your banking at the ATMs, and browse through interesting local shops. Other facilities include showers and a washroom, hospital and medical clinic, dentist, drugstore, laundromat, marine and sporting supplies, liquor store, restaurants, a library (with internet access), outdoor swimming pool in summer, accommodations, a par-3 golf course, and more. Port McNeill is the perfect launch pad for your next big adventure, whether by land or sea. Miles of trails and abandoned logging roads offer great hiking and spectacular scenery. Water taxis and ferries connect Port McNeill with Sointula and Alert Bay; a local bus service connects landlocked communities. Seaplanes and helicopters also use the waterfront, and aerial tours are available.
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Port Hardy
Port Hardy includes three docks which offer a full range of supply and repair facilities. The Fisherman’s Wharf is located on Hardy Bay Road. It offers electrical hook-ups, fresh water, washrooms, phones, a dock winch and a boat winch and more for both pleasure craft and commercial boats. A nearby shipyard offers repairs. Also close, a marine goods store, and black water pump-out station. The Seagate Wharf on Granville Street offers moorage from May 15 to September 15 on the north side of the government pier. This is on a first-come, first-served basis. Seine floats are located at the end of Glenview Road and offer water, power and washrooms. Near the waterfront, Port Hardy has much to offer. Several excellent hotels provide comfortable accommodations, restaurants, and other facilities. There are RV parks, campsites, and B&Bs nearby as well. Other amenities include hospital and medical clinic, post office, library (with internet access), a wonderful museum, specialty shops, and various government offices including Fisheries and Oceans and the Coast Guard. Port Hardy also offers wonderful recreational facilities. The Civic Centre includes a swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, ice arena, and convention centre. Outdoor recreation is popular, with miles of trails just waiting to be explored. Contact the local Visitor’s Information Centre for more information. Harbour Office
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Port Hardy Open Monday to Saturday 11am to 10pm
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At A&W Port Hardy we are committed to making your memories enjoyable ones. So, come on down and enjoy a burger or chubby chicken or take it with you and enjoy it with your family and friends. In an extra hurry? Call ahead and we will have it ready for you. 250-949-2345.
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District of Port Hardy LIVE THE ADVENTURE! Choose yours‌ • Fishing • Golfing • Shopping
• Diving • Hiking • Kayaking
• Exploring • Wildlife Viewing
SHOP great new books and funky giftware in the Book Nook SIP indulge in espressos & lattes, smoothies & teas SAVOUR sweet homemade scones, cinnamon buns & more 7135 Market Street 250.949.9808
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Port Hardy & District Chamber of Commerce 250-949-7622
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Port Hardy 8925 Granville St Port Hardy
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Aeroplan Points can now be collected at Rexall Pharmacy Hours Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm Sat: 9am-6pm Sun: 10am-5pm
7400 Columbia St. Port Hardy
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Cold Storage Bait & Ice Custom Processing 250-949-8088 • Family Room Available • Creative Daily Specials • 16 TV Screens for all your Sports Needs & Special Events
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At Sea and Ashore The North Island area offers a range of adventures for all ages. Rent a car or take the bus and explore! Each local visitor’s information centre has information on things to do and see while you’re here. First Nations For over 8000 years, First Nations people have enjoyed the mild climate and rich natural resources of the North Island area. Their rich culture, complete with music, dance, and art, is enjoying a comeback as more people “discover” this fascinating culture. Cultural traditions are protected and shared by several groups. The U’Mista Cultutral Centre in Alert Bay offers visitors a chance to enjoy singing and dancing, native foods and cultural activities, a fascinating adventure for all ages. Be sure to check out their museum. Port Hardy’s Chamber of Commerce offers a driving tour of local totem poles; don’t miss the totem poles in Alert Bay, located in the local ‘Namgis burial grounds. Hiking World class hiking awaits on the North Island. Whatever your level, there is a trail for everyone. Beginners love the San Josef Bay trail, with a wheelchair-accessible trail leading to spectacular beaches. Hard-core hikers take the new North Coast trail – high tides cover parts of the trail, and good equipment is essential. Guides are available to take you on an unforgettable wilderness adventure. Trails and abandoned logging roads criss-cross the island, and can be accessed near Port Hardy, Port McNeill, Sointula, and Alert Bay. Golf With spectacular scenery and some of the toughest courses on the island, the North Island is a golfer’s paradise. There are several courses to choose from. The Seven Hills Golf and Country Club is one of BC’s best 9-hole courses. It has a pro shop, licensed restaurant, driving range, RV sites and rentals, and more. It is located 20 minutes from Port Hardy or Port McNeill along the Port Alice highway. Port McNeill has a par-3 course at the Cedar Park Golf and Resort. Cabins are available for rent. One of the oldest and most challenging courses on Vancouver Island, the Port Alice Golf and Country Club is a ruggedly popular choice for golfers. Diving The clear, pristine waters of the North Island offer some of the best diving in the world, with abundant marine life, fishes, eels, sharks, and more. In Port Hardy or Port McNeill, you can rent equipment and find a guide for that once-in-a-lifetime diving experience. Come see why Jacques Cousteau rated our waters among the best in the world! Whale Watching The North Island offers exceptional whale watching experiences, and many organizations offer guided tours. It’s a great way to see whales and dolphins in their natural environment, while learning of their ecology and behaviour. A visit to the Telegraph Cove Whale Interpretive Centre is not to be missed! There are exhibits, skeletons, and even a kids’ corner where the little ones play and learn. Tune your radio in to 88.5 FM – an underwater microphone eavesdrops on the conversation of whales near Telegraph Cove. Kayaking Kayaking the North Island is a magical experience. Slip quietly through the water watching whales, otters, seals, fishes, and birds in their natural environment. Rugged campsites dot the coast, offering shelter and an unforgettable chance to be one with nature. Museums Almost every community has a museum, where the history of each town is preserved. Most, like the museums in Port McNeill, Sointula, Port Hardy, and Alert Bay, can be easily accessed. One exception is Billy’s Museum at Echo Bay in the Broughton Archipelago, which is accessible only by boat – don’t miss this fascinating place!
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Sport Fishing Information Fishing Regulations The nutrient-rich waters of the Pacific Ocean support an abundance of salmon, halibut, cod, shellfish, and more. Experienced guides and charters are available to take you to the best fishing areas. Fishing licenses are required, and can be obtained through local vendors – try the local sporting goods store. Licenses can also be obtained online; contact Fisheries and Oceans for more information. While you’re there, don’t forget to pick up a copy of the fishing regulations. Shellfish Harvesting Shellfish are a tasty treat that can be locally caught. Crabs and shrimp, as well as bivalves (meaning “two shells”), cooked at the peak of freshness, are a culinary experience you won’t soon forget! Bivalves like oysters, clams, mollusks, and scallops, are periodically affected by algal blooms. These algae create biotoxins which build up over time in the body of the bivalve. The resulting “red tide”, or paralytic shellfish poison (PSP), can occur at any time of the year, depending on environmental conditions. At these times, the shellfish are toxic and sometimes fatal to humans. It can take up to two years for the toxins to be cleared from the animal, making it safe for human consumption. Anyone who feels ill after eating bivalve shellfish should seek immediate medical attention. Be extremely cautious when harvesting bivalve shellfish. For more information on red tide outbreaks, contact Fisheries and Oceans – they will advise you which areas are “open” for bivalve shellfish harvesting. “Open” areas are safe harvest areas that are monitored and tested, and where it is legal to harvest bivalves. When an area is “closed”, it is illegal to harvest bivalves for any purpose without a special license. Boating Safety Regulations The Safe Boating Guide has information on mandatory safety equipment required in Canadian waters. To get your copy, contact the Port Hardy office of Fisheries and Oceans. Some of the equipment needed includes: • Your vessel license and fishing license; • Proof of operator competency; • An approved Personal Flotation Device (PFD) or lifejacket of appropriate size for everyone on board; • A buoyant heaving line at least 15m in length; • A manual propelling device (oar) or anchor with not less than 15m of rope, cable, or chain; • A sound-signaling device • A water-tight flashlight or three Canadian-approved flares of type A, B, or C; • A bailer or bilge pump ithy enough hose to pump from the bilge of the vessel over the side; • A class 5 BC fire extinguisher for boats with inboard engines, fixed fuel tanks, or cooling and/or heating appliances. Fisheries and Oceans Website www.pac.dfo-mpo.gc.ca Port Hardy Office: 250-949-6422 24 Hour Toll-free Recorded Info: 1-866-431-3474
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Diving & Kayaking Diving
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The clear, cold water around the North Island provides an awe-inspiring adventure for divers of all calibers. Underwater walls glow in shades of pink, crimson, and purple, contrasting with the emerald green of the water. With more than 7,000 species of invertebrates, 400 species of fish, and 30 marine mammals, there’s a lot to see. Bring a camera!
Slipping silently through the water, kayaking allows you to explore Vancouver Island North and surrounding islands. Wildlife is abundant here, both in the water and onshore. Rustic campgrounds along the shoreline invite you to experience the wilderness like never before.
Jacques Cousteau rated the North Island waters as second only to the Red Sea for its diversity of marine life and clear waters. The Browning Wall is the best site in B.C., and among the top ten in the world. Underwater caves, natural and artificial reefs, and shipwrecks beckon; six-gilled sharks, giant octopus, and wolf eels are abundant. The waters are cold, averaging 10°C, so full-body exposure protection is essential. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, local operators can provide lessons, equipment sales and rentals. Guides are recommended to take you to the best spots while ensuring your safety.
Weather and sea conditions can change rapidly, so training and experience are essential. For beginning kayakers, there are several companies that offer lessons, rentals, and guides to help you make the most of your experience. Experienced kayakers can find a challenge around every corner while exploring the beauty of the North Island area from the water. The protected waters of Storey’s Beach near Port Hardy are perfect for beginners of all ages. Explore the Broughton Archipelago from Port McNeill or Telegraph Cove. The Gordon Group of Islands and Quatsino Sound offer a challenge for adventurous souls. Come on out and play!
For the adventurous who want to set out on their own, other great sites include the wreck of the Steamship Suwanee, Dillon Rock, Buttertart Reef, Barry Islet, Seven Tree Island, Five Fathom Rock, and many more.
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Whale Watching The area around Vancouver Island North is home to numerous species of whales and dolphins. Orcas, also known as killer whales, are among the most-recognized species. During the summer, the waters are patrolled by Straitwatch, who monitor whale watching activities and educate the public about these amazing animals. The popularity of whale watching has led to regulations and guidelines meant to keep the whales safe. Under the federal Fisheries Act, it is illegal to disturb or molest whales, to chase, disperse, drive, or herd whales or pods. This applies to boaters, pilots, and people on shore and in the water. Fines of up to $500,000 and a two-year prison term await offenders who harass whales. Many organizations offer whale watching tours. Knowledgeable staff will help you to identify whales and take you to prime spots for viewing. The Whale Interpretive Centre in Telegraph Cove includes an amazing museum – great for the whole family. The following tips will help you make the most of your time with the whales. For more information, contact Fisheries and Oceans. • If you spot a whale near your boat, maintain a steady direction and speed. Avoid sudden changes in speed and course. • When approaching whales, come from the side rather than head-on. Be careful not to get between females and their young, or between members of the same group. Do not disturb resting animals. • Avoid approaching closer than 100m to any whale. If you find yourself within 100m of a whale, stop immediately and let the whales pass by. Use caution around whales that seem tame – they are wild animals, and are unpredictable. • Travel parallel to the whales. • Do not feed or swim with marine wildlife. • Limit the time you spend with any whale or group to around 30 minutes. When leaving the area, start slowly and do not accelerate until you are more than 300m away. • Power boat operators should shift into neutral or idle within 100m of any animal. If you need to use the motor to maintain your position, do it slowly. For more information, contact www.KillerWhaleCentre.org or www.straitwatch.org.
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