Many of the good things in life come in threes. We were hoping kayaking Vancouver Island would not prove an exception. The first trip was mainly a wildlife trip, the second scenery, and the third, an adventure. In fact, a bit more than we had bargained. We woke in the morning and checked the weather forecast and, once again, the winds were predicted as gale force. What we couldn’t figure out was where. Using the direct observation method of weather prediction, our wind meter detected . . . nothing. No wind, no rain, and no clouds. So using this simple science, we decided to head out for our three day paddle, unsure of what we would find out on the open seas. This first challenge would require parking in Tofino, British Columbia. It’s your standard
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