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Peter Vassilopoulos

Peter Vassilopoulos and his wife Carla have spent over 35 years cruising on the west coast, from Olympia to Alaska. In the past 16 years his guides have been the most popular books on coastal cruising in the Pacific Northwest. Peter is the founder and former publisher and editor of Canada`s Diver Magazine, and was formerly involved in radio and television news production in South Africa and Zimbabwe. He is known also for his numerous articles in Pacific Yachting Magazine. He was born in Cape Town, South Africa.

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Anchorages and Marine Parks

Anchorages and Marine Parks

Updated and Revised
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The new Cruising to the Broughton Islands is an updating of Peter Vassilopoulos's popular cruising guide North of Desolation Sound. This new edition expands on the material in the former edition with many new and additional colour photographs taken from the air as well as while boating in the area. It includes a guest piece on Seymour Inlet and tak …

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Cruising to Desolation Sound

Cruising to Desolation Sound

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Desolation Sound is one of the most popular cruising destinations in the Pacific Northwest. This guide takes the reader from Howe Sound and Vancouver, along the Sunshine Coast and into Desolation Sound. Along the way, it covers popular attractions such as Princess Louisa Inlet and Pender Harbour. It continues through the Discovery Islands to Campbe …

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Cruising to the Broughton Islands

Cruising to the Broughton Islands

Marine Cruising Vol 1 North of Desolation Sound to Discouvery Inlet
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The new Cruising to the Broughton Islands is an updating of Peter Vassilopoulos's popular cruising guide North of Desolation Sound. This new edition expands on the material in the former edition with many new and additional colour photographs taken from the air as well as while boating in the area. It includes a guest piece on Seymour Inlet and tak …

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Docks and Destinations

Docks and Destinations

The Complete Guide to the Pacific Northwest Marinas
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A guide to marinas and facilities from the San Juan Islands and Mainland BC, Washington northward to Prince Rupert, including the Gulf Islands, Desolation Sound. Information on fuel, moorage, power, water and other services, including government and commercial docks. Includes maps,diagrams of dock and over 200 photos.

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Gulf Islands Cruising Guide

Gulf Islands Cruising Guide

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Bill Wolferstan's durable books of full-color guides describes some of the most beautiful waters in the world. From snippets of local history to details on marinas, anchorages, weather trends, chart references, exploration tips and regional geography, these books divide BC's premier cruising grounds into three distinct regions: The Gulf Islands, an …

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John M. Horton

John M. Horton

Mariner Artist
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From vessels, harbours and major seaports to Canadian troops in the Persian Gulf, the subjects of John M. Horton's paintings tell a story, and this exquisite book presents some of the artist's finest work, along with a revealing look at his life and professional development.

 

Horton's work is second to none, and his paintings are prized by collect …

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North of Desolation Sound

North of Desolation Sound

A Western Waters Cruising Guide to the Broughton Islands
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Explore the inland ocean of one of British Columbia's most pristine wildernesses north of Desolation Sound. Travel the waterways and view the islands, mountains, historic villages and wildlife. Meet the people of the coast. Mariners and landlubbers alike will succumb to the lore of the amazing shores and inlets that comprise the Broughton Archipela …

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The History of the RCMP Marine Services

The History of the RCMP Marine Services

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The History of the RCMP Marine Services is a compendium of historic vessels. These craft range from the early days of the Northwest Mounted Police vessels used through the ages up to present-day RCMP operations. Notes on the ownership and transference of the vessels includes data that reveals where the vessels operated as well as their place of con …

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