I am starting to plan a trip for next season (2020) up the inside passage from Anacortes to Alaska and back (hopefully we make it all the way to Glacier Bay). If I am feeling frisky and the time and weather look good, I might decide to come back down the west side of Vancouver Island. I have fished the west cost of Vancouver many times in smaller fishing boats and love that coastline. Besides, the fishing is world class!
I am retired and have plenty of time, and my boat will be a 47’ semi displacement trawler that cruises at 8-9 but can get up and go 14 if needed. I plan to cruise slowly and only use the extra oomph if navigationally necessary.
I am busy steeping myself in the charts and anchorage guides out there, but am wondering what those who have done this feel are the best overall guides to routes and “local knowledge” tips along the way.
Any suggestions greatly appreciated.
I am retired and have plenty of time, and my boat will be a 47’ semi displacement trawler that cruises at 8-9 but can get up and go 14 if needed. I plan to cruise slowly and only use the extra oomph if navigationally necessary.
I am busy steeping myself in the charts and anchorage guides out there, but am wondering what those who have done this feel are the best overall guides to routes and “local knowledge” tips along the way.
Any suggestions greatly appreciated.