News
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*NEW* 2010 Fall Exam Dates:
Level Two and Three exam dates posted More...
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*NEW* 2010 Fall Exchanges:
Porteau Cove / Deep Cove Canoe & Kayak More...
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*NEW* 2010 Annual General Meeting:
November 3rd, 2010, Nanaimo, BC More...
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2010 Spring Exam Dates:
Level Two and Three exam dates posted here
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2010 Spring Guides Exchange:
Salt Spring Island, BC. Hosted by Island Excapades Click Here for more details Attend for the chance to win a Werner Performance Core Paddle!
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2009 AGM:
10:30am, Vancouver Island University, Nanaimo BC, Nov 4th, 2009. Click Here for more details
AGM Minutes and Reports Posted in the Members Section.
- 2009 Fall Exchange - Gabriola Island, BC
The fall exchange was held Sept 25-27, 2009 on Gabriola Island, BC. The exchange was hosted by Gabriola Sea Kayaking, Baja Kayak Adventures, Wildheart Adventures, and Jim's Kayaking.Photo's now posted
- Technical Guides Manual
The SKGABC has produced a manual for guides of every level. For more information Click Here
- 2009 Fall Exam Dates
Fall 2009 Level 2 and 3 exam dates are now posted. Please click here for dates and locations
- 2009 Spring Exchange - Quadra Island, BC
The spring exchange was held May 1st to 3rd, 2009 in Quadra Island, BC. The exchange was hosted by Discovery Island Lodge and Spirit of the West. Photo's and More Info
- 2008 Fall Exchange - Ucluelet, BC
The fall exchange will be held October 3-5th, 2008 in Ucluelet, BC. The exchange will be hosted by Majestic Ocean Kayaking and Rainforest Kayak Adventures. More info
- 2008 AGM: 10:30am in Nanaimo, October 19, 2008 - Click here for more details
- Class 4 Waters Endorsement
The SKGABC has recently created a new endorsement that allows guides to work in class 4 waters. More info
- Sea Kayaking BC Study
The SKGABC and Tourism BC teamed up with Malaspina to create an extensive study on the sea kayaking sector in BC. Please log into the members section to access the full report.
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If you have a question about the SKGABC, please contact us!
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Offering you the opportunity to experience Norwegian culture and paddle Norway’s majestic coastline. We have more than 10 years of experience as an expedition guide service, are leaders in sea kayak instruction and have an industry wide reputation for safety, service and great food.
We have guided thousands of paddlers on wilderness trips and are thrilled that so many guests become repeat clientele. Our trips are physically satisfying vacations that are designed to be relaxing, safe, thought-provoking and fun. Today Coastal Odyssey has completed its 10th operational season and is Norway’s leading Sea Kayaking Company that serves over 3000 clients per season. Coastal Odyssey is seeking individuals to fill three different levels of guide positions:
Guide Internship: Coastal Odyssey offers guide internships to individuals that have no prior guiding experience, and to whom we feel has the potential of someday becoming a great guide.
Sea Kayak Day Guide A Coastal Odyssey Sea Kayak Day Guide is a great place to gain first-hand guiding experience. This entry-level position is designed for aspiring guides; as a day guide you will be given the opportunity to gain experience in all aspects of the guiding profession.
Sea Kayak Head Guide A Coastal Odyssey Sea Kayak Head Guide is a leadership position in Coastal Odyssey. Our Head Guides have both; the desire to provide top-notch customer service and create unforgettable vacations as well as the ability to "connect" with each and every guest on every trip.
Do you have "the right stuff" to be a Coastal Odyssey Guide? We are looking for guides possessing these qualities: Has a passion for the outdoors Is a creative and effective problem solver with great people skills Is service minded with solid organisational skills Is a good communicator with captivating interpretation techniques Can communicate in more than one language Is a self-starter and motivated individual Is charismatic and concerned with making others feel good Is a strong team player; able to work well with others, both superiors and subordinates Has strong ethics and integrity Has a valid driver’s license, and an excellent driving record? If you feel you have “the right stuff” and are interested in spending a summer guiding on Norway’s majestic coast; then you should send us your resume and two professional letters of references. As we may contact the supervisors directly, please include the reference’s name, phone number and e-mail address. We are accepting applications for Guides for the 2010 season from Dec 01, 2009 through March 01, 2010. Please note: Coastal Odyssey receives many more applications each year than we have positions to fill. It is to your advantage to submit your application as soon as possible. For more information on Coastal Odyssey please visit our web site at www.coastalodyssey.com or contact Jonathan Bendiksen at Tel: +47 95 11 80 62 or E-mail office@coastalodyssey.com
Salary: TBN
Work Term: May - September
Guiding Area: Norway
Closing Date: 2010-03-31
Contact Information
Jonathan Bendiksen, President
Coastal Odyssey
Post Box 15
Skjåk, Skjåk
N-2694
Email: office@coastalodyssey.com
Telephone: 0047 95 11 80 62
Website: www.coastalodyssey.com
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