About the Storm Gathering
Launching in Surf The Georgian Bay Storm Gathering is for intermediate paddlers and instructors seeking one last weekend paddling on the Bay before winter sets in. Together, we'll work through a practical yet informal weekend of sea kayaking with emphasis on rough water conditions, safety/risk management, and skills development.

We expect everyone to come, ready to share, participate and have fun. Your development as a paddler will be entirely up to you. We're here to create opportunities for learning.

Okay, here's the real reason. David and Tim wanted to get wet and cold in wind and waves with a bunch of other paddlers, then come back to warm cabins and tell lies stories about it in great detail.

Date: October 14 - 17, 2010

There is an early bird special for those who register before October 1. Register now as spots are filling quickly!

Highlights for 2009! (2010 highlights coming soon.)
Mini Playboat - Photo Credit: Rob Dale
  • 3 nights' accommodation at Snug Haven Resort
  • Four days of on-water instruction. Topics include: Dealing with Waves and Rocks, Rolling and Bracing, Towing and Rescues and Rough Water Boat Handling
  • Paddle with some of Ontario's best sea kayak instructors
  • Free Stormy Saturday NightSupper
  • 44th Annual Snug Harbour Dock Launch Competition
  • Organized day trips to Red Rock, Snake Islands and the West Coast of Franklin Island
  • Evening guest speakers
  • Stand-up Paddling Demo's

Below are video highlights of the 2008 Gathering.

2008 Georgian Bay Storm Gathering from David Johnston on Vimeo.


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Registration Now Open!
Registration is now open. For the 2009, we set-up an early bird special so make sure you get your registration in by October 1 to take advantage of the deal.

Remember that we have limited spaces and spots have already started filling up.

Click here for registration info.

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