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Island Römer Adventures

Nanaimo Sandstone

6/24/2020

The exposed sandstone layers around Nanaimo have some pretty crazy shapes. Did you know that the sandstone is actually part of the Nanaimo Group, a geological formation are made of Late Cretacious sedimentary rocks? The most well-known are the Malaspina Galleries, the wave-shaped rocks on Gabriola Island. The First Nations people knew of this magical place for centuries and the first Europeans to see them were Spanish naval officers Dionisio and Alcala Galiano and Cayetano Valdes y Flores in 1792. The erosion patterns look like honey combs, waves and/or cannon balls stuck in the wall. The formation of these crazy erosion patterns is still under debate but I support the hypothesis it is due to salt water evaporating on the south-western sides of the rock. The erosion can be seen on sandstone in the general area of Nanaimo, from Hornby Island to the Gulf Islands and including NewCastle Island (Saysutshun). A great way to see them is by kayak! Contact us when you want to book a tour and hear more about these cool formations.

Evening Paddle

6/19/2020

Yesterday was an awesome evening for a paddle around Newcastle Island (Saysutshun). We joined the local Search & Rescue team and had a blast. Kayaking is a great way to get together and keep a social distance.

Kayaking during Covid-19

6/6/2020

We believe kayaking during the Covid-19 pandemic is possible if we take some precautions and things into consideration. Island Römer Adventures created an information document for customers including a video on how to kayak during Covid-19. Off course we will only guide a tour when we do not have Covid-19 symptoms and expect this from our customers as well. The group size will be limited to you and your extended social circle. and we will not provide food or drinks during the tour. And off course, we will maintain our social distance meaning you have to help each other getting in and out of kayaks, adjust foot paddles etc. Click the button to see the compele information.

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Harewood Planes Nanaimo

5/22/2020

The Harewood Planes are amazing this time of year. A lot of wildflowers are in full bloom including Camas, Ocean Spray, Common Paint Brush, Monkey Flower and many more. Go out and explore.....

Pink Moon Paddle

4/22/2020

On 7 April we had a super pink moon rise around sunset. So we headed out to the Winchelsea Islands (just north of Nanaimo, Vancouver Island) to watch this phenomenon. It was an awesome sight, the moon was really big when it appeared above the horizon. We had a break on one of the islands to have a good look. The paddle back was completely in the dark with bio-luminescence all around us. A magical evening, check out the video!

Full Moon Paddle Video

Raccoon

4/14/2020

Due to the Covid-19 outbreak we do a lot of paddling ourselves; yesterday we decided to head for Pirate's Cove on DeCourcy Island. Later in the afternoon a lot of animals are getting more active especially during a low tide. We spotted River Otters, Sea Lions and also this Raccoon....I have never had one of those so close to my kayak.

Herring Spawn

4/9/2020

We just had an unusual herring spawn in Nanaimo. Usually, this happens earlier in the year and a bit more up north. The herring creates this milky-green water and suddenly the ocean is teemed with life; California sea lions are gorging on herring and gulls and Bald Eagles try to catch the scraps. A true delight to paddle through this marvel of nature. Enjoy the video.

Herring Spawn Video

Paddling in February

2/26/2020

We love paddling in winter; this is the time the sea-lions are out!! Today they were really close and even swam underneath our boat leaving a bubble trail. Lots of splashing and oinking around us. Would you like to experience this as well?

Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show Feb 29/March 1

2/20/2020

For the first time Island Römer Adventures will showcase our activities on a travel trade show; the Outdoor Adventure & Travel Show at Canada Place in Vancouver on Saturday February 29 and Sunday March 1. Our booth number is 526 and if you order tickets online there is a $4 discount when using promo-code CLIENT20. Hope to see you there!!

Roaming Neck Point

11/27/2019

Today, two managers from Western Financial Group Nanaimo attempted the Neck Point Roaming Game and almost made it!! They had a blast on this cold, windy but beautiful day. It is a great team building experience and they are coming back with their team for a next try. Way to go, ladies!!