Burrard Yacht Club

BIRDSEYE COVE MARINA OUTSTATION, MAPLE BAY

In November of 2019, BYC purchased the Birdseye Cove Marina located approximately halfway up Sansum Narrows, between Crofton to the north and Cowichan Bay to the South. The cove is well-protected from most weather conditions and seas by Vancouver Island and Salt Spring Island to the East.

Unlike BYC’s other properties, this Outstation is a commercially operated property that is well developed both on the water with docks and on land with buildings and other assets as follow:

• A large house that is rented to a tenant.
• A small one-bedroom apartment that is currently occupied by a BYC staff member and may be rented to a tenant in the future.
• A commercial space at the front of the property on Genoa Bay Road that is leased to a tenant.
• Approximately 75% of dock space is rented to long-term and short-term boaters including some live-a-boards. These are not BYC Members.

In the basement of the house there is a small workshop, shower, washer and dryer.  The shower washer and dryer have sign up sheets.  Members are welcome to use tools out of the workshop, but MUST speak to the Facilities Manager first.  Just outside of the garage is a public bathroom, available to members and tenants.  

Overlooking the docks is a Studio Building consisting of one room with a bathroom and small kitchenette.  

CLEMENTINE CREEK OUTSTATION, INDIAN ARM

The Clementine Creek Outstation is located at the Northern end of Indian Arm, 16 miles from BYC. It is abeam and to the West of the north shore of Croker Island. The outstation is 8.42 hectares (20.8 acres) and has over 200 meters (660 ft.) of waterfront. There is over 300 meters (1000 ft.) of moorage. A small pavilion (Clemmy Pub) is located on the docks at the foot of the ramp.

A large deck and pavilion are located ashore. Clementine Outstation has trails, barbecues, a large fire pit, a horseshoe pitch, a beach, two outhouses, and level ground for tenting. Near the shore pavilion is a container that houses some tools and other supplies.  Black bears are occasional visitors so children and pets should be closely supervised.

EKINS POINT OUTSTATION, GAMBIER ISLAND

The Ekins Point Outstation is located 25 miles from BYC at the Northernmost part of Gambier Island where Ramillies and Thornbrough Channels meet. The property is approximately 2.64 hectares (6.5 acres) with about 550 meters (1800 ft) of waterfront. Ekins Point light (LL no. 428) serves as a convenient navigation aid and is on BYC property.

Ekins Point Outstation has an alluring serenity that promotes return visits. The docks are large enough to accommodate a number of vessels; however, if you plan on staying overnight it is advisable to move to the inside. There you are protected from wash, often brought forth by a tug passing by at 0300. The ramp and pier allow shore access to terrain that is varied and, for the most part, quite walkable. Explore green mossy meadows and cleared areas with picturesque views.

The trail to the Point Light is steep and can be dangerous for the less dexterous. The trail has ropes installed to assist your descent and return. Please be careful!

Dockside, you will find a lot of space on our four 12 x 30-meter (40 x 100 ft.) docks and one 8 x 200 ft. dock. The docks support a pavilion, a fire pit and bar-b-ques. On the shore is a container which houses some tools and other supplies. 

GARDEN BAY OUTSTATION, PENDER HARBOR

PENDER HARBOUR

This BYC outstation is located on the northwest corner of Garden Bay in Pender Harbor. (Look for the dock in front of the Quonset hut with the blue roof.). There is a total of 73 meters (240 ft) of moorage using both the inside and outside of the dock. Rafting of vessels is permitted on the outside in accordance with Outstation Regulation 23. Please reserve this space on the outside dock for larger vessels if you can safely use the inside dock. Tenders must be moored on the inside dock area and must not impede yacht dockage in an otherwise usable space. Guest’s vessels are not permitted at our Pender outstation.

There are five 15-amp power outlets on the dock for a nightly fee payable by sign in sheet. Water is available on the dock but must be used conservatively during the summer months. Members may top up tanks, but boat washing is not permitted.

Wireless internet is available and connection details can be found inside the Quonset Hut. Your member key will provide access to this area.

There are a number of additional amenities here that we don’t have at any other outstation.  The buildings, grounds and decks are all communal except for six pre-reserved sleeping cabins and rooms. The main house has two bathrooms, a kitchen, living room, three bedrooms and a laundry. Along the deck are three additional sleeping cabins and an additional bathroom with tub and shower.