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offshore sailing ADVENTUREs

The big blue ocean is calling. You are dreaming about sailing under a starlit sky. You want to experience what it means to sail out of the sight of land. Sailing in the open ocean you will likely will encounter dolphins, whales and spectacular sunsets and come home with memories that last a lifetime.
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NOTE that the popular Oregon Offshore Race starting point has been changed from Astoria OR to Ilwaco WA, just across the Columbia River on the North Shore. The name has been changed to the 2020 Pacific NW Offshore Race but otherwise is the same  race to Victoria BC and still enjoys that tricky Columbia River Bar crossing in and out of Ilwaco. 

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DISCOVER - EXPLORE - LEARN
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Oregon Offshore Adventures
New Name: Pacific NW Offshore
Vancouver - Ilwaco WA  5 days training
Pacific NW Offshore Race  3-4 days racing
This was our most popular event in both 2018 and 2019. The voyage from Vancouver through the Gulf Islands, then out into the Pacific Ocean where we spend two nights is a great introduction to Offshore Racing. 
The Pacific NW Offshore Race is for the experienced sailor and adventurer who wants to get their first offshore race experience.
Distance: 300 NM
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Maui - Vancouver
Maui - Vancouver: 18  days
Maui to Vancouver: The ultimate adventure.  
Details & FAQ
Distance: 2,300 NM

additional information from the astoria adventure 2019

​​Vancouver - Ilwaco WA
Day 1 Vancouver - Gulf Islands (anchor Clam Bay)
Day 2 Gulf Island - Victoria (dock)
Day 3 Offshore sailing (non-stop, at night)
Day 4 Offshore sailing 
​Day 5 Arrive in Ilwaco

​NOTE:
​The entrance to the Columbia River Bar can be tricky at times and a successful crossing depends on timing with wind & tides. This might require to adjust the schedule to arrive a day early or later. Please take that into account when planning.
We will help to organize transport from Ilwaco to Vancouver.
​​Pacific NW Offshore Race
Day 1 Boat preparation & safety orientation (at the dock, in Astoria)
Day 2 Race start
Day 3 Racing - possibly finish late night in Victoria
Day 4 Likely day to finish race / travel back to Vancouver
​Day 5 Back up day to travel to Vancouver
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​course information

Prerequisites
- Basic sailing certification level
​- Or equivalent experience
Recommended experience level
- 30 days sailing experience
- 300 NM
- Basic Coastal Navigation training
- Safety at Sea Training
Additional information
You need a valid Canadian or US Passport
If you are not holding a Canadian or US Passport you CANNOT participate in the Vancouver - Astoria training.
Certification
These courses allow you to work towards the Offshore Cruising Standard. The nature of these adventure and to allow for the flexibility required, make it difficult to complete the Offshore Standard. Only the Astoria Adventures (Vancouver to Astoria & Oregon Offshore Race ) are organized by Simply Sailing. 

2020 SAILING OFFSHORE SAILING
COURSE COST 
Course
Vancouver to Ilwaco (2020)

Pacific NW Offshore Race (2020)

Regular
$1,699
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$1,699

Discount
$1,499
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$1,499

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Add 5% GST to all rates
Discounts are for couples occupying a double cabin & returning clients
Returning clients 
have done least one 5 day liveaboard course with Simply Sailing
​Included
  • Ashore and afloat instruction
  • Shuttle from Astoria to Vancouver
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  • ​Moorage fees
  • Provisions

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​Please read our 'Terms and Conditions'
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SAFE. FRIENDLY. PROFESSIONAL.
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Simply Sailing Inc
200-1650 Duranleau St
Vancouver BC ​V6H 3S4 ​
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+1 (604) 612-0189
​hello@simplysailing.ca
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  • Home
  • Sailing Program
    • One Day Sails
    • Basic Sailing Courses
    • Intermediate Sailing Courses
    • Advanced Sailing Courses
    • Mileage Builder
    • ICC Bareboat Skipper
    • Youth Sailing
  • Adventures
    • Vancouver Island
    • Offshore Sailing
  • Ashore Courses
    • Coastal Navigation
    • VHF - ROC (M) DSC
    • Instructor Course - Basic
    • Instructor Course - Intermediate
  • Private Courses
  • Resources
    • Course Information - Downloads
    • Course Progression
    • Published Sailing Articles
  • About
    • Sailing Instructors
    • Boats
    • Terms and Conditions
    • Contact