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Subject: Things you can only see on a boat charter in Vancouver!
(Posted on Jul 2, 2011 at 12:05AM ) Tags:
(Posted on Jul 2, 2011 at 12:05AM ) Tags:
Today in front of Canada Place the rescue helicopters were giving a show and while thousands of people crowded the shore of the new convention centre and shoreline, the view from the water was spectacular. Boat charters allow a vantage point that others just don't get!
We can help you book charters in Vancouver and enjoy this fascinating harbour and points well beyond. British Columbia is the best place on earth and you can start exploring BC by boat by contacting Cooper!
We can help you book charters in Vancouver and enjoy this fascinating harbour and points well beyond. British Columbia is the best place on earth and you can start exploring BC by boat by contacting Cooper!
Subject: NEW 2011 Bavaria 45 Vancouver BC Canada Granville island
(Posted on Jun 19, 2011 at 11:29PM ) Tags:
(Posted on Jun 19, 2011 at 11:29PM ) Tags:
Willkommen "ACappella" !!
After much anticipation, our *NEW* 2011 Bavaria 45 has arrived at our Vancouver
docks! She's just visiting, however, as she'll be spending most of this summer
in the natural beauty of Desolation Sound.
"ACappella" sleeps 8 in 4 cabins and features a powered retractable aft swim platform for
those warm Desolation Sound waters (22-26 degrees Celsius in the summer)!
This lovely lady is booked up for much of the summer already, but still has some time in August
and September for a lucky charterer!
On the truck at Granville Island this morning and fresh for the current season, NautOnCall is the latest award winning model from Catalina Yachts. As the second boat to bear this name in the Cooper fleet, she promises to be very well equipped and lovingly cared for by Cooper and her owners. She is available for bareboat charter from the Cooper Boating base in Vancouver. Available time shown in real time online. Book today!
Subject: May Loooong Weekend Flotilla Opportunity! May 20-24, 2011
(Posted on Apr 11, 2011 at 08:44PM ) Tags:
(Posted on Apr 11, 2011 at 08:44PM ) Tags:
Long weekends are great, but lo-o-o-ng weekends are better!! Planning for the May Long Weekend Flotilla is underway!
Typically, we sailors make it a five day weekend ...why not? The fun is in the journey-- and we here are all happiest if that journey is on a sailboat! Especially with a group of boats and friendly sailors. A couple of seasons ago we had a flotilla of 12 boats go into the San Juan Islands and we'd like to do a return trip for this year's May Loooong Weekend, May 20-24 2011.
The boats will be leaving downtown Vancouver on Friday May 20th. First port of call will be Point Roberts Marina. Here we can get our cruising boat permits to enter U.S. waters. Make sure you bring your passports and all the proper boat paperwork. There are local bar/cafes here for an evening social gathering.
The next morning we head off for Roche Harbour! This is a BIG favourite of Canadian sailors due to the charm of the buildings and services, walks of historical interest, food and drink spots, a spa and some fun shopping.
On Sunday the 22nd of May we have a short haul down to Friday Harbour: there are bike rentals, art galleries, afternoon movies at the theatre, shopping, and maybe some good old relaxing on your boat with your favourite book or a friendly game of cards.
Monday is the 23rd of May and our journey takes us into Bedwell Harbour to become Canadian again, and then it's up to Montague Harbour for an overnight on a mooring buoy or at anchor. Montague Harbour is at Galiano Island and is a lovely marine park for hiking and photo taking. If we're lucky the famous BAKERY BARGE will be there! They make incredible cinnamon buns and pies! We'll have to order ahead.
On Tuesday the 24th, slack water at Porlier Pass is at 1039... plenty of time to have breakfast and get up Trincomali Channel, through the pass and then home to Vancouver by the end of the daylight.
The enjoyment of life exponentially increases with the vacations you look forward to ... one every six months should do it!
Contact Marla@cooperboating.com for information on which boats are available for this spring vacation.
Typically, we sailors make it a five day weekend ...why not? The fun is in the journey-- and we here are all happiest if that journey is on a sailboat! Especially with a group of boats and friendly sailors. A couple of seasons ago we had a flotilla of 12 boats go into the San Juan Islands and we'd like to do a return trip for this year's May Loooong Weekend, May 20-24 2011.
The boats will be leaving downtown Vancouver on Friday May 20th. First port of call will be Point Roberts Marina. Here we can get our cruising boat permits to enter U.S. waters. Make sure you bring your passports and all the proper boat paperwork. There are local bar/cafes here for an evening social gathering.
The next morning we head off for Roche Harbour! This is a BIG favourite of Canadian sailors due to the charm of the buildings and services, walks of historical interest, food and drink spots, a spa and some fun shopping.
On Sunday the 22nd of May we have a short haul down to Friday Harbour: there are bike rentals, art galleries, afternoon movies at the theatre, shopping, and maybe some good old relaxing on your boat with your favourite book or a friendly game of cards.
Monday is the 23rd of May and our journey takes us into Bedwell Harbour to become Canadian again, and then it's up to Montague Harbour for an overnight on a mooring buoy or at anchor. Montague Harbour is at Galiano Island and is a lovely marine park for hiking and photo taking. If we're lucky the famous BAKERY BARGE will be there! They make incredible cinnamon buns and pies! We'll have to order ahead.
On Tuesday the 24th, slack water at Porlier Pass is at 1039... plenty of time to have breakfast and get up Trincomali Channel, through the pass and then home to Vancouver by the end of the daylight.
The enjoyment of life exponentially increases with the vacations you look forward to ... one every six months should do it!
Contact Marla@cooperboating.com for information on which boats are available for this spring vacation.
Subject: Jibset Open House April 10th and new clubhouse opening
(Posted on Apr 3, 2011 at 11:12PM ) Tags:
(Posted on Apr 3, 2011 at 11:12PM ) Tags:
ITS OFFICIAL! The JIBSET 's new Crows Nest has moved from the Granville Island boatyard to a spacious new home at the corner of Mast Tower Road and Foreshore Walk, across the street from the Cooper Boating Granville Island office.
Our Open House is Sunday, April 10th, starting at 11:00 am.Where: 1815 Mast Tower Road, Granville Island, Vancouver
RSVP: jibset@jibset.org
Come on down for a free ride on one of the Jibset cruisers, C&C 29 'Mystique' and Catalina 28 'Resolute'! Normally only available to Jibset members!
The new Bavaria 32 Arcturus has arrived from Germany and commissioning is underway. This is the first of the new generation Bavarias designed by Bruce Farr to enter a local charter fleet.
Arcturus will be based out of our Powell River location this summer. In the meantime, she is here in Vancouver. Very exciting!
Arcturus will be based out of our Powell River location this summer. In the meantime, she is here in Vancouver. Very exciting!
The Siren Song of the British Virgin Islands in the sweet Caribbean is calling to us again! We Canadian sailors need a bit of sun, sand, surf and sailing before the Christmas season hits our west coast. It's Cooper Boating FLOTILLA time!! December 3 to 13th 2011.
This year we are going to arrive on the island of Tortola on Saturday the 3rd of December in the afternoon OR if you can get an early flight, the morning of Sunday Dec.4th, 2011.The flotilla schedule is for ten days so we'll be departing the boats on the 13th of December, 2011.
Our itinerary will take us to all the favorite stops and spots .... the Baths for snorkeling, Norman Bight, the Indians for diving, Virgin Gorda Sound, White Bay and Sandy Cay, and socializing in Cane Garden Bay!
Charter your own boat with friends and family OR join one of the boats with a mentoring skipper from the Canadian Yachting Association and work on mileage and certifications if so desired.
For bareboat pricing or for per person pricing, contact marla@cooperboating.com. Phone: 604.683.6837 ext. 19 or cell at 604.789.2995.
TIPS to be supplied:
Flight routing - What gear to take - Where we'll be visiting - Provisioning info - Sailing certs available - Assistance with BOAT choosing
This year we are going to arrive on the island of Tortola on Saturday the 3rd of December in the afternoon OR if you can get an early flight, the morning of Sunday Dec.4th, 2011.The flotilla schedule is for ten days so we'll be departing the boats on the 13th of December, 2011.
Our itinerary will take us to all the favorite stops and spots .... the Baths for snorkeling, Norman Bight, the Indians for diving, Virgin Gorda Sound, White Bay and Sandy Cay, and socializing in Cane Garden Bay!
Charter your own boat with friends and family OR join one of the boats with a mentoring skipper from the Canadian Yachting Association and work on mileage and certifications if so desired.
For bareboat pricing or for per person pricing, contact marla@cooperboating.com. Phone: 604.683.6837 ext. 19 or cell at 604.789.2995.
TIPS to be supplied:
Flight routing - What gear to take - Where we'll be visiting - Provisioning info - Sailing certs available - Assistance with BOAT choosing
Subject: Cooper Boating welcomes Lagoon PowerCat 43 NIKKO BELLA!
(Posted on Mar 23, 2011 at 07:29PM ) Tags:
(Posted on Mar 23, 2011 at 07:29PM ) Tags:
Cooper Boating welcomes Lagoon PowerCat 43 NIKKO BELLA!
It is no secret that the popularity of catamarans has been growing in recent years. Why? Their wider beam and double-hulled stance offers more space and stability compared to a monohull of the same length. But Nikko Bella, as a *power* cat, has an extra advantage over a single-hull powerboat: better fuel economy. This is a result of the reduced drag of two shallower hulls, which give you the speed you want while consuming less fuel in the process. With 3 staterooms, each with its own head, this boat is a perfect choice for couples!More space, comfort, privacy and stability. Less fuel. What could be better?
Nikko Bella joins us at the end of May.
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