“The very basic core of a man’s living spirit is his passion for adventure.

The joy of life comes from our encounters with new experiences, and hence there is no greater joy than to have an endlessly changing horizon, for each day to have a new and different sun.”

Chris McCandless

A friendly reminder that in order to sign up for any overnight activity in the new year you must have a current paid up membership for 2026 before signing up.

Please make note that the VOA updated trip policy states that when paying a deposit for a future trip, members are to consider their deposit non-refundable. “If” a suitable replacement can be identified the deposit may be returned to you but return of deposit is not guaranteed and should not be expected.

If you have preference on your room-mate/who you’d prefer to share with please communicate this at the time of signing up for a trip.

 

 2026 Events

KAYAKING - Mayne Island Kayak Camp

August 3 - 6 (Monday - Thursday)

Manning Park Resort

14 paddlers max. One of the best locations for kayaking in the province, with plenty of wildlife! 

Many paddle routes, and good quality rental kayaks available at Comox Valley Kayaks. Return to the popular High Point Resort with various room configurations and swimming pool, next to the Quadra Ferry dock and two minutes from the island’s food mall.

For details contact Rod Edwards: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

BACKPACK - Brunswick Lake

August 12 - 14 (Wednesday - Friday)

Howe Sound Crest Backpack

Manning Park Resort

Backcountry camping in some cleared spaces and there are no facilities.

Start at Porteau Cove up to Deek's Lake, then Hanover Lake, then Brunswick Lake.

For more information or to sign up contact Sigrid Felland at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

KAYAKING - Pitt Lake

Date TBC   CANCELLED

Manning Park Resort

‘Pitt Lake Christian Lodge’ is a secluded retreat on the pristine waters of Pitt Lake.

To express interest contact Donna Nyberg at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Shelley Lear at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

BACKPACK - Wells Grey Park - Trophy Mountains

September 8 - September 11 (Tuesday - Friday)

Wells Grey

4 days of Hiking in the Trophy Mountains Expression of interest welcome anytime.

Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

CYCLING & HIKING - Ucluelet - Tofino

September 10 - September 14 (Thursday - Monday) - This trip is full and waitlisted

Ucluelet Cycle

This is a multi-activity trip to the Wild Pacific side of Vancouver Island

Cycling the Tofino - Ucluelet Multi-Use Path

Hiking local trails and some other lesser known trails with local Ucluelet residents

Kayaking with a local kayak tour company

Laurie Butterworth, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or Patti Moss, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

CYCLING - Goldstream Park

September 15 - 17 (Tuesday - Thursday)

Goldstream Cycle

This will be a three-day trip to Goldstream Park on Vancouver Island. Some people will be travelling fully loaded and camping at the park. Others may wish to make separate arrangements.

Contact Mike Stewart at Mike Stewart This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for additional information.