Thank you to all of the applicants who applied for the Controller position. It has now been filled.
News & Specials
Dine Around Victoria is Back
Thursday, January 26th, 2012
Dine Around & Stay In Town Victoria is back! This is a chance for visitors and local Victorians to sample fare from a variety of different restaurants in the area. Dine Around begins February 17th and runs through til March 16th, 2012.
Restaurants will be offering three course menus that range from $20, $30 and $40 per person. If you are visiting Victoria, there are also a number of accommodations you can choose from as well.
Restaurant menus are now posted on the Tourism Victoria website. Enjoy!
Vancouver International Boat Show Feb 8-12, 2012
Thursday, January 12th, 2012
The Vancouver International Boat Show is from February 8th – 12th, 2012 and will be situated in two locations, the all new BC Place Stadium and Granville Island Maritime Market and Marina.
Show Hours:
- Wednesday to Friday 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Saturday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
- Sunday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
There is a free shuttle that runs between BC Place and Granville Island for boat show participants.
There is lots to see at the Vancouver International Boat Show. There will be a large variety of vessels and exhibitor displays to browse, seminars to attend, and contests to enter.
Please visit the Vancouver International Boat Show for further details.
Dropping Temperatures
Thursday, January 12th, 2012Water
During freezing temperatures, the water is shut off on all docks. Please follow weather forecasts and ensure your tanks are full.
Snow
In the event of a snowfall, snow will be cleared from the parking lots and docks (but not boathouses).
Slippery Docks
During the winter, always beware of ice and frost on the docks.
Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup Results
Friday, January 6th, 2012The 2011 results for the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup have now been posted. The shoreline cleanup was a national event with people participating from the West Coast of British Columbia, to the East Coast of Prince Edward Island and up in the North with Nunavut, Northwest Territories and the Yukon all joining in to make our waters and shoreline cleaner.
2011 Results:
- 3,144 km – distance cleaned
- 143,737 kg – weight of litter removed
Top 5 Litter Items:
- 351,238 – cigarette butts
- 110,018 – food wrappers
- 71,200 plastic bags
- 65,220 – caps and lids
- 39,308 – beverage bottles (plastic)
Registration for the 2012 Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup will open in the Spring. Help keep our water and shorelines clean this year by getting your work to coordinate a site cleanup or by getting personally involved yourself.
Let’s preserve our shorelines and water.
Seattle Boat Show, Jan 27-Feb 5, 2012
Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012The Seattle Boat Show is scheduled from January 27th to February 5th, 2012 and has two locations, CenturyLink Field and South Lake Union. CenturyLink Field features more than 1000 recreational watercraft, seminars and boating accessory booths. The South Lake Union location features various makes, models and lengths of boats on display for your viewing pleasure.
For a current listing of the exhibitors, please visit the Seattle Boat Show website.
CenturyLink Field Hours:
- Monday – Thursday 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Fridays 11:00 am – 9:00 pm
- Saturdays 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Sundays 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
South Lake Union Hours:
- Weekdays 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Weekends 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Online tickets are available.
Winterizing Your Boat: Exterior (Hull)
Wednesday, December 21st, 2011We are fortunate to be located in a place where boating can be a year-round activity. However, it is still important to winterize your boat for the season. Throughout the year, blisters, cracks, barnacles and other sea growth can build up on the hull and it needs special attention during the winterizing process.
Here are some helpful tips for winterizing the hull:
- Haul-out your boat and pressure wash the hull
- Clean off the barnacles and sea growth from props and shafts, struts and trim tabs
- Check for stress cracks, blisters and other damage
- Drain blisters and patch with appropriate filler
- For serious damage, consult a professional
- If aluminum hull, bang out dents with rubber mallet
- Treat the hull with a 3M Marine Ultra Performance Paste Wax
- Open seacocks to allow water to drain
- Use a proper boat cover to protect from cold temperature damage
Please consult your boat’s operating manual before conducting any suggested actions.
Other useful sites for winterizing tips:
- West Marine’s Winterizing Your Boat: 5 Step Process YouTube videos
- Discover Boating’s Winterizing Tips
- Popular Mechanics’ How to Winterize Your Boat
Van Isle Marina’s Yacht Park is also available to help you winterize your boat this season. Our Brownell submersible trailer can haul-out up to 70ft vessels. Contact our Marina Services Representatives to book your appointment today at 250-656-1138.
Holiday Hours 2011
Wednesday, December 14th, 2011The Holiday Hours for the Marina Office and Fuel Dock are listed below. We will be returning to normal operating hours on Tuesday, January 3rd, 2012.
Marina Office
- December 24th, CLOSED
- December 25th, CLOSED
- December 26th, CLOSED
- December 27th, CLOSED
- December 31st, 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
- January 1st, CLOSED
- January 2nd, CLOSED
Fuel Dock
- December 24th, 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
- December 25th, CLOSED
- December 26th, CLOSED
- December 27th, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
- December 31st, 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
- January 1st, CLOSED
- January 2nd, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Fuel Dock and Office Closed Thursday from 12:00 – 1:30 pm
Tuesday, December 13th, 2011Van Isle Marina will be holding its Christmas party on Thursday, December 15th from 12:00 to 1:30 pm. The Fuel Dock and Marina Office will be closed during this time.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
Christmas Performances
Monday, December 12th, 2011Robin Hood: A Pantomime
The Charlie White Theatre in Sidney is presenting Robin Hood: A Pantomime December 21st – December 29th, 2011. This is a fun-filled family show performed by the Peninsula Players.
Performance Schedule:
- Wednesday, December 21st at 7:30 pm
- Thursday, December 22st at 7:30 pm
- Saturday, December 23rd at 7:30 pm
- Tuesday, December 27th at 2:00 pm
- Wednesday, December 28th at 2:00 pm
- Thursday, December 29th at 2:00 pm
Nutcracker Suite and Sugar Plum Fair
The Nutcracker Suite is playing at the McPherson Playhouse this month, December 27th – 30th, 2011. Get into the Christmas spirit with this traditional Christmas play. The McPherson also offers the Sugar Plum Fair where children of all ages can enjoy the ‘sweets of the land’.
Performance Schedule:
- Tuesday, December 27th at 2:00 and 7:00 pm
- Wednesday, December 28th at 2:00 and 7:00 pm
- Thursday, December 29th at 2:00 and 7:00 pm
- Friday, December 30th at 2:00 and 7:00 pm
