About Us
CS Yacht Owners West was founded in 1997. We are a group of boaters primarily from the Pacific Northwest, who race and/or cruise CS (originally, "Canadian Sailcraft") sailboats (CS 27, 33, and 36T designed by Ray Wall, and the CS 30, 34, 36M and CS 40 designed by Tony Castro. We also welcome owners of the Quanta, a 28 ft. sailboat designed by Ray Wall who is retired in the Victoria area and is a member of our group.
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Marine Weather reports: Swanson Channel I South of Nanaimo
North of Nanaimo I Trincomali Channel | Washington | WindyTV |
Tides: Fulford Harbour | Sidney | Pt. Atkinson | Washington
Currents: Active Pass | Dodd Narrows | Porlier Pass |
Memories of the 2024 CS Fall Rendezvous at Maple Bay
Wed/Thur/Fri Sept 4,5,6
This event is under construction......Stay tuned
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Memories of the 2024 CS Spring Rendezvous at Thetis Island
We would like to thank our Spring Rendezvous organizers, Jean and Gian on Wind Dancer, for all of their hard work and dedication. Thanks to their efforts a dozen CS boats and crew met at Telegraph Harbour Marina over the May 24-26 weekend and enjoyed food and friendship. Even the periods of rain couldn't "dampen our spirits". Thanks again Jean and Gian for organizing a fun event. - Bryce Andrews
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Friday, May 24, 2024
We all arrived at Telegraph Harbour Marina. Those that arrived earlier were able to watch the contest between Verdia II and her engine. Verdia II won and arrived safely. It was great to see everyone again, and get caught up. Sailors contributed delicious dishes for our Friday night.
Saturday, May 25, 2024
An exciting Bocci tournament started off the day, with last year's winners being defeated by Molly and Bryce. Someone commented that the up and down terrain had turned Bocci from a game of skill into a game of chance! We all know this couple threw some awesome shots. This was followed by a hike by some and a wandering to the weekend market by others. The GM took place in the covered area, heated by a portable fireplace. This space morphed into a banquet hall with
with all sorts of BBQ smells. Everyone pooled their resources to pull off a dessert. The space then morphed into a casino, where all but one lost their fortunes.
Sunday May 26, 2024
Savory and sweet treats were enjoyed by all, goodbyes were said and most sailed off to enjoy the rest of their summer.
Organizers Gian and Jean of s/v Wind Dancer did a fabulous job.
We all arrived at Telegraph Harbour Marina. Those that arrived earlier were able to watch the contest between Verdia II and her engine. Verdia II won and arrived safely. It was great to see everyone again, and get caught up. Sailors contributed delicious dishes for our Friday night.
Saturday, May 25, 2024
An exciting Bocci tournament started off the day, with last year's winners being defeated by Molly and Bryce. Someone commented that the up and down terrain had turned Bocci from a game of skill into a game of chance! We all know this couple threw some awesome shots. This was followed by a hike by some and a wandering to the weekend market by others. The GM took place in the covered area, heated by a portable fireplace. This space morphed into a banquet hall with
with all sorts of BBQ smells. Everyone pooled their resources to pull off a dessert. The space then morphed into a casino, where all but one lost their fortunes.
Sunday May 26, 2024
Savory and sweet treats were enjoyed by all, goodbyes were said and most sailed off to enjoy the rest of their summer.
Organizers Gian and Jean of s/v Wind Dancer did a fabulous job.
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Memories of the 2023 CS Fall Rendezvous at Bowen Island
Our thanks to Arvita and Garry for organizing the fall CS Rendezvous at Snug Cove, Bowen Island. A great success! Friendship, lots of food, and fun.
2023 CS Rendezvous at Bowen Island
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Appies at arrival day
Bocce
Tech talk
Circle group before the warmup
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New bocce champs, Arvita and Garry. Trophy presented by past champs, Alison and Andrew
Dinner at Doc Morgans gp 1
Gp 2
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Memories of the 2023 CS Spring Rendezvous at Port Browning Marina
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On the May 26 - 28 weekend the CS West club held its annual Spring Rendezvous at Port Browning Marina, Pender Island. Sixteen CS boats with 31 members attended. The weather cooperated as we had our events outside on the front lawn of the marina.
Thank you to Pt. Browning Marina for hosting our rendezvous, and a special thanks to Lindsay, the marina event coordinator.
Thank you to Pt. Browning Marina for hosting our rendezvous, and a special thanks to Lindsay, the marina event coordinator.
2023 CS Spring Rendezvous at Port Browning
16 CS boats, 31 attendees
Thanks to Bert Vermeer of Good Old Boat magazine for taking this photo
and to Murielle for getting us organized
16 CS boats, 31 attendees
Thanks to Bert Vermeer of Good Old Boat magazine for taking this photo
and to Murielle for getting us organized
By the time everyone arrived on Friday we had 16 boats: Abracadabra (Ladysmith), Wind Dancer (Sidney), Heron (Sidney), C-Otter (Squamish), Verdia II (Maple Bay), Tack-Tic (West Van), Far Fetch (Brentwood Bay), Slipstream (Ladysmith), Slip Stream II (Sidney), Rosmond (Maple Bay), Cahoots (Sidney), Musashi (Sidney), C'est la Vie (Mayne Island), Grace (Maple Bay), (Minnedosa (Nanaimo), Chaka (Maple Bay). Three of our owners reside in Alberta - Edmonton, Calgary, and Sundre. Other owners came from Burnaby, Ladner, Langley, Squamish, Port Alberni, Nanaimo, Victoria, and around the Gulf Islands.
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Friday, 5 pm - Welcome and Happy Hour
Saturday
- We helped each other as we arrived at the docks and then gathered under the Event Tent for introductions, the weekend schedule, apples, and time to socialise.
Saturday
- Breakfast on own
- Warm up exercise led by Angela, getting everyone limbered up for bocce on the front lawn.
- Bocce Tournament
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- Lunch on own. Thanks to Nic for looking into disc golf for us but the course was reserved for a big disc golf tournament. Next time ...
- Buy/Sell/Swap
- A Good Old Boat
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Spotlight on Musashi, one of "our" CS 30 sailboats, owned by Jack and Marilyn Williams. Congratulations on being reviewed in Good Old Boat magazine by Bert Vermeer.
At our rendezvous, owners Jack and Marilyn, as well as writer, Bert Vermeer shared their boating and writing experiences.
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- Tech Talk
- BBQ Dinner
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- Gift Exchange Game
, Sunday Departure
Thanks everyone,
Cliff and Judy Kiyooka
C'est la Vie, CS33, Mayne Island
- Yoga for mind and body with Pat under the Event Tent.
- Continental breakfast with pastries purchased from the Driftwood Bakery courtesy of the club. Thanks to Judy and Joanne for organizing breakfast.
- This was followed by a very efficient AGM led by Wayne.
Thanks everyone,
Cliff and Judy Kiyooka
C'est la Vie, CS33, Mayne Island
Sailing Courses for Women
Instructor: Marla Hedman is based in Vancouver Island, Vancouver and Desolation Sound
Coastal Navigation,Tide and Current Charts, Dead Reckoning and heavy weather trip planning. VHF Radio Operators certified w/DSC. Personal Skipper on sailing vessels to 53 feet in the Pacific Northwest, Mediterranean and Caribbean. Basic Mechanical knowledge of boat systems, electronics and diesel engines. Catamaran cruising yachts: I run “train the trainer” programs, and also teach clientele coming for learn to sail programs in Canada. Coach cruising instructors on Advanced Docking and Line Handling.
Instructor: Marla Hedman is based in Vancouver Island, Vancouver and Desolation Sound
- Her niche in the world of sailing is to provide instruction to enhance the skill set, confidence and enjoyment for female sailors including those who all ready sail or neophytes that would like to take up the sport and lifestyle.
- Her approach is highly social and hands-on. Perhaps, one of female members could take the lead and enlist others that would enjoy a women-centered sailing school led by Marla.
Coastal Navigation,Tide and Current Charts, Dead Reckoning and heavy weather trip planning. VHF Radio Operators certified w/DSC. Personal Skipper on sailing vessels to 53 feet in the Pacific Northwest, Mediterranean and Caribbean. Basic Mechanical knowledge of boat systems, electronics and diesel engines. Catamaran cruising yachts: I run “train the trainer” programs, and also teach clientele coming for learn to sail programs in Canada. Coach cruising instructors on Advanced Docking and Line Handling.
Memories of the 2022 CS Fall Rendezvous at Ladysmith Community Marina
2022 Fall CS Rendezvous at Ladysmith. Photo by Alex
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Gian,Gail, Cathy, Heidi.
Photos by Joanne
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David, Jenny, Henry, Gian, Jean, Derek
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Memories of the 2022 CS Spring Rendezvous at Telegraph Harbour
May 27-29, 2022
Summer Snow carefully backing out with lots of helpers at Telegraph Harbour,
Spring Rendezvous, May 2022
Movie by Jeff
Spring Rendezvous, May 2022
Movie by Jeff
Saturday BBQ with the fixings catered
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Thirty-one CS members in 14 sailboats and 2 cars attended our Spring Rendezvous at Telegraph Harbour on Thetis Island.
A highlight of the rendezvous was welcoming several new members from Victoria, Duncan, and San Francisco/Nanaimo!
Check out the complete photo gallery .....
A highlight of the rendezvous was welcoming several new members from Victoria, Duncan, and San Francisco/Nanaimo!
Check out the complete photo gallery .....
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Memories of the 2021 CS Fall Rendezvous at Salt Spring Marina
September 7-10, 2021
The crew's all here (minus 2 who had guests on their boat)
We held a very successful Fall rendezvous at Salt Spring Marina. 13 CS boats and 33 folks attended including several who drove in plus two more boats could have attended except they were already on Salt Spring. It was great to see some former CS owners as well as welcome new members. Highlights included the artisan tour, the prize draws, tech talk, new bocci champions, dinner at Moby's, and the farewell breakfast. Thanks to organizers Joanne and Judy, with help from Mike (bocci), Jeff and Maria (tai chi), Yvonne (prizes), David (tech talk) and Cliff. Thanks also to Salt Spring Marina, Tour Salt Spring, Moby's, Calibre Yachts, and Barb's Bakery.
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