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The Victoria Harbour Celebration Society invites you to CELEBRATE OUR HARBOUR - June 17, 2012
On Sunday, June 17th 2012, from 11 am until 4 pm, the Victoria Harbour Celebration Society will present the second annual Celebrate Our Harbour Day to encourage Victoria residents and visitors to experience the unique character, history, industry and beauty of our Harbour. This is a fun-fi lled afternoon of family activities on Songhees and Ship Point, traditional territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, and on the waters of Victoria’s picturesque Inner Harbour.
For a full day, the society is showcasing paddle boat races, historical tours, working harbour activities, Maritime entertainment performances, sand sculptures, kayaking and rowing activities, a pirate school and many more activities. There is sure to be something inspirational for attendees of all ages to celebrate. So, grab your sunscreen, a pair of shades, and maybe even a hat, and we’ll see you on the shore!
Here’s a snapshot of some of the activities offered this year:
The Harbour RaceThis recreational race for human powered watercraft, organized by the Ocean River Paddling Club (ORPC) was a popular activity in 2011. This year is another afternoon of racing fun. The race is open to outrigger canoes, surf skis, kayaks, dragon boats, stand up paddleboards and rowboats. The route starts at the inside of Songhees Point, by the Delta Ocean Pointe Hotel. Racers will make their way along the 3 km course, round the pilings in West Bay and return cheered on by the spectators on the Songhees walkway.
Historical/Naturalist Tours of the HarbourThe Harbour and downtown Victoria provide a rich source for historical stories of Victoria’s Waterfront, including those of the First Nations, the Gold Rush of 1858, and other exciting events in Victoria’s past. It also has a vibrant natural history. Join local
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Blue Bridge & Victoria Harbour Ferries as seen from the walkway in front of the Victoria Harbour Ferries offi ce.2011 - photo byTim Houlihan.
“The Tamsen” sits at the Wharf St. Floats. 2010 - photo by Ron Roach .
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historian and author, John Adams, and naturalist John Sirois for an in depth look at Victoria’s natural and cultural history.
Traditional Greenland Sea Kayak Rolling Demonstration Michael Jackson is in town! Michael, a competitive roller, will be presenting the Kayak roll - the ultimate self-rescue technique. He will be showing off some of the 35 different kinds of Greenland
kayak rolls
Harbour Ferry Shuttle between Ship Point and Songhees PointFor the landlubbers, there will be regular courtesy shuttle service aboard the great little H2O Taxi Boats, allowing participants to enjoy venues on both shores. Mini cruises are a pleasant and relaxing way to enjoy the Harbour.Public Tours of Point Hope Maritime
Participants will discover the history and modern day facilities of Victoria’s fi rst shipyard, established in 1873. The extensive facilities include a fl oating dry dock, a marine railway and a 15,000 square climate controlled specialized assembly shed for fabrication.
Victoria Harbour Ferry Water BalletThis traditional Sunday performance will be a highlight of the day. In this 10 minute ballet, fi ve boats ‘dance’
in rounds based on combinations of military marching maneuvers, a few RCMP Musical Ride maneuvers, a touch of choreography from the minds of the Ballet Leader with a few moves from a professional ballet choreographer thrown in for good measure.
Maritime Museum’s Pirate SchoolCourtesy of the Maritime Museum of BC, wannabe pirates can learn
istorian and author, John Adams, and kayak rolls Participants will discover the history in rounds based on combinations of
celebrateourharbour the art of scrimshaw, create treasure maps, get ‘tattooed’ and become skilled buccaneers with special balloon pirate swords.
Sand Sculpture ShowcaseWorld Champions, Victorians Fred Dobbs, Ken Abrahams, Damon Langlois (2011 Solo World Champion) and Charlie Beaulieu of Washington State will be
creating their works of art. Original, imaginative and beautiful, sand sculpting is a popular art form. Over the day, sand and water will come to life with buckets and shovels and whole lot of talent culminating in a fi nished masterpiece. Visitors to the harbour will have the opportunity to watch the sculpture take shape, meet the artists and fi nd out just how these sand statues are made.
MV Uchuck II at Point Hope Maritime, Pacifi c Pilot II in the foreground.2010 - photo by Tim Houlihan.
Historic photo from the album of Albert Edward Scott. Circa 1923/24. Photo courtesy Stephen Locks.
Songhees West Song Walkway, a great walk on a bright sunny day.
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Ship Point Picnic Area11am – 4pm11:00 am Opening Ceremonies – Victoria Nautical Song Circle, Town Crier Robert Alexander, David Anderson and Hon. Ida Chong, Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development
Dragon Boat Tours - Ten paddler Champion dragon boat rides - 8 guest paddlers with 2 experienced paddlers. Dragon boat courtesy of the Gorging Dragons steered by Roman Matieschyn 11:15 am, 12:15 pm, 1:15 pm, 2:15 pm,3:15 pm
Ferry Taxi Shuttle – Courtesy of Harbour Ferries. Delta Ocean Point Hotel Dock to Inner Harbour Dock and return
Greenland Kayak Rolling Demonstration – By Mike Jackson. 1:15 pm (45 min.)
Sea Kayak Skills Demonstration – By Brad Armstrong of Kelp Reef Adventures. 3:30 pm (30 min)
Pirate School - Presented by the Maritime Museum of B.C.
Point Hope Maritime Tours - Tours at 12:15 pm, 1:15 pm and 2:15 pm. Access through the North Gate on Harbour Road nearest to the Dockside Green dock. Courtesy Shuttle leaves Ship Point at 11:45 am, 12:45 pm and 1:45 pm
*As this is an active industrial site, these tours are not recommended for small children or people who have diffi culty walking. Closed-toe footwear is mandatory, and due to the privacy considerations of our marine clients, no photographs will be permitted.*
Sand Sculpture – Award winning international sand sculptors Fred Dobbs, Ken Abrahams, Damon Langlois and Charlie Beaulieu
Sea Shanties – Performances by the Victoria Nautical Song Circle11:15 am, 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm
Seaquest Explorer Vessel Open House- Ship Point Dock 11:45-1:00 pm
Walking Tour – presented by historian John Adams and naturalist Jacques Sirois 3 pm
Songhees Point11am – 4pmBBQ Concession - Presented by the Delta Ocean Point Hotel and Spa
Ferry Taxi Shuttle – Courtesy of Harbour Ferries. Delta Ocean Point Hotel Dock to Inner Harbour Dock and return
Information Displays - Elite Electric Bikes, Ocean River Sports, Selkirk Station Bicycle & Kayak, South Island Sea Kayaking Association, Victoria Canoe and Kayak Club, and Whitehall Row & Sail.
Paddle Craft Test Drives - Sea Kayak, Canoe, Row Boat and Stand Up Paddle Board
Paddle Races – Staggered start times, drop in registration. Race assistance provided by the Ocean River Paddling Club11:30 am: OC6 11:50 am: Outrigger Canoes and Surfski 12:10 pm: Sea Kayaks and Canoes 1:00 pm: SUP 1:40 pm: Dragon Boats
Walking Tours – presented by historian John Adams and naturalist Jacques Sirois 11:30 am & 1:00 pm
Paddle Races – Staggered start times, drop in registration. Race assistance provided by the Ocean River Paddling Club11:30 am: OC6 11:50 am: Outrigger Canoes and Surfski 12:10 pm: Sea Kayaks and Canoes 1:00 pm: SUP
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First Celebrate the Harbour race, Mike Jackson leads by a wide margin.2011 - photo by Sandy Leduc.
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historian and author, John Adams, and naturalist John Sirois for an in depth look at Victoria’s natural and cultural history.
Traditional Greenland Sea Kayak Rolling Demonstration Michael Jackson is in town! Michael, a competitive roller, will be presenting the Kayak roll - the ultimate self-rescue technique. He will be showing off some of the 35 different kinds of Greenland
kayak rolls
Harbour Ferry Shuttle between Ship Point and Songhees PointFor the landlubbers, there will be regular courtesy shuttle service aboard the great little H2O Taxi Boats, allowing participants to enjoy venues on both shores. Mini cruises are a pleasant and relaxing way to enjoy the Harbour.Public Tours of Point Hope Maritime
Participants will discover the history and modern day facilities of Victoria’s fi rst shipyard, established in 1873. The extensive facilities include a fl oating dry dock, a marine railway and a 15,000 square climate controlled specialized assembly shed for fabrication.
Victoria Harbour Ferry Water BalletThis traditional Sunday performance will be a highlight of the day. In this 10 minute ballet, fi ve boats ‘dance’
in rounds based on combinations of military marching maneuvers, a few RCMP Musical Ride maneuvers, a touch of choreography from the minds of the Ballet Leader with a few moves from a professional ballet choreographer thrown in for good measure.
Maritime Museum’s Pirate SchoolCourtesy of the Maritime Museum of BC, wannabe pirates can learn
istorian and author, John Adams, and kayak rolls Participants will discover the history in rounds based on combinations of
celebrateourharbour the art of scrimshaw, create treasure maps, get ‘tattooed’ and become skilled buccaneers with special balloon pirate swords.
Sand Sculpture ShowcaseWorld Champions, Victorians Fred Dobbs, Ken Abrahams, Damon Langlois (2011 Solo World Champion) and Charlie Beaulieu of Washington State will be
creating their works of art. Original, imaginative and beautiful, sand sculpting is a popular art form. Over the day, sand and water will come to life with buckets and shovels and whole lot of talent culminating in a fi nished masterpiece. Visitors to the harbour will have the opportunity to watch the sculpture take shape, meet the artists and fi nd out just how these sand statues are made.
MV Uchuck II at Point Hope Maritime, Pacifi c Pilot II in the foreground.2010 - photo by Tim Houlihan.
Historic photo from the album of Albert Edward Scott. Circa 1923/24. Photo courtesy Stephen Locks.
Songhees West Song Walkway, a great walk on a bright sunny day.
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Ship Point Picnic Area11am – 4pm11:00 am Opening Ceremonies – Victoria Nautical Song Circle, Town Crier Robert Alexander, David Anderson and Hon. Ida Chong, Minister of Community, Sport and Cultural Development
Dragon Boat Tours - Ten paddler Champion dragon boat rides - 8 guest paddlers with 2 experienced paddlers. Dragon boat courtesy of the Gorging Dragons steered by Roman Matieschyn 11:15 am, 12:15 pm, 1:15 pm, 2:15 pm,3:15 pm
Ferry Taxi Shuttle – Courtesy of Harbour Ferries. Delta Ocean Point Hotel Dock to Inner Harbour Dock and return
Greenland Kayak Rolling Demonstration – By Mike Jackson. 1:15 pm (45 min.)
Sea Kayak Skills Demonstration – By Brad Armstrong of Kelp Reef Adventures. 3:30 pm (30 min)
Pirate School - Presented by the Maritime Museum of B.C.
Point Hope Maritime Tours - Tours at 12:15 pm, 1:15 pm and 2:15 pm. Access through the North Gate on Harbour Road nearest to the Dockside Green dock. Courtesy Shuttle leaves Ship Point at 11:45 am, 12:45 pm and 1:45 pm
*As this is an active industrial site, these tours are not recommended for small children or people who have diffi culty walking. Closed-toe footwear is mandatory, and due to the privacy considerations of our marine clients, no photographs will be permitted.*
Sand Sculpture – Award winning international sand sculptors Fred Dobbs, Ken Abrahams, Damon Langlois and Charlie Beaulieu
Sea Shanties – Performances by the Victoria Nautical Song Circle11:15 am, 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm and 3:00 pm
Seaquest Explorer Vessel Open House- Ship Point Dock 11:45-1:00 pm
Walking Tour – presented by historian John Adams and naturalist Jacques Sirois 3 pm
Songhees Point11am – 4pmBBQ Concession - Presented by the Delta Ocean Point Hotel and Spa
Ferry Taxi Shuttle – Courtesy of Harbour Ferries. Delta Ocean Point Hotel Dock to Inner Harbour Dock and return
Information Displays - Elite Electric Bikes, Ocean River Sports, Selkirk Station Bicycle & Kayak, South Island Sea Kayaking Association, Victoria Canoe and Kayak Club, and Whitehall Row & Sail.
Paddle Craft Test Drives - Sea Kayak, Canoe, Row Boat and Stand Up Paddle Board
Paddle Races – Staggered start times, drop in registration. Race assistance provided by the Ocean River Paddling Club11:30 am: OC6 11:50 am: Outrigger Canoes and Surfski 12:10 pm: Sea Kayaks and Canoes 1:00 pm: SUP 1:40 pm: Dragon Boats
Walking Tours – presented by historian John Adams and naturalist Jacques Sirois 11:30 am & 1:00 pm
Paddle Races – Staggered start times, drop in registration. Race assistance provided by the Ocean River Paddling Club11:30 am: OC6 11:50 am: Outrigger Canoes and Surfski 12:10 pm: Sea Kayaks and Canoes 1:00 pm: SUP
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First Celebrate the Harbour race, Mike Jackson leads by a wide margin.2011 - photo by Sandy Leduc.
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The Victoria Harbour Celebration Society invites you to CELEBRATE OUR HARBOUR - June 17, 2012
On Sunday, June 17th 2012, from 11 am until 4 pm, the Victoria Harbour Celebration Society will present the second annual Celebrate Our Harbour Day to encourage Victoria residents and visitors to experience the unique character, history, industry and beauty of our Harbour. This is a fun-fi lled afternoon of family activities on Songhees and Ship Point, traditional territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, and on the waters of Victoria’s picturesque Inner Harbour.
For a full day, the society is showcasing paddle boat races, historical tours, working harbour activities, Maritime entertainment performances, sand sculptures, kayaking and rowing activities, a pirate school and many more activities. There is sure to be something inspirational for attendees of all ages to celebrate. So, grab your sunscreen, a pair of shades, and maybe even a hat, and we’ll see you on the shore!
Here’s a snapshot of some of the activities offered this year:
The Harbour RaceThis recreational race for human powered watercraft, organized by the Ocean River Paddling Club (ORPC) was a popular activity in 2011. This year is another afternoon of racing fun. The race is open to outrigger canoes, surf skis, kayaks, dragon boats, stand up paddleboards and rowboats. The route starts at the inside of Songhees Point, by the Delta Ocean Pointe Hotel. Racers will make their way along the 3 km course, round the pilings in West Bay and return cheered on by the spectators on the Songhees walkway.
Historical/Naturalist Tours of the HarbourThe Harbour and downtown Victoria provide a rich source for historical stories of Victoria’s Waterfront, including those of the First Nations, the Gold Rush of 1858, and other exciting events in Victoria’s past. It also has a vibrant natural history. Join local
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Blue Bridge & Victoria Harbour Ferries as seen from the walkway in front of the Victoria Harbour Ferries offi ce.2011 - photo byTim Houlihan.
“The Tamsen” sits at the Wharf St. Floats. 2010 - photo by Ron Roach .
Gary Duran, head instructor of Ocean River Adventures, paddles across the harbour. 2011- photoby Tim Houlihan
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