Winter Kiteboarding for beginner - Cowichan & south
Posted: Mon Nov 23, 2020 5:49 pm
Hi folks,
I'm living in cobble hill at the moment and have been hoping to get out for some kiteboarding practice. I'm relatively new but took enough lessons this summer on lakes in Alberta and on the ocean in South Africa that I am comfortable staying upwind in reasonably decent conditions and self rescuing if needed. I'm thinking that the drive to Elk lake would be one option (I've checked out the park at the northeast and can easily launch there) but Cherry Point beach also seems great at low tide and is way closer to home.
So my question is: Are there hidden hazards at Cherry point (near shore currents etc.) to be particularly wary of for someone who just wants to mow the lawn and get some time on the water in 12-20 kts wind?
Any other suggestions for someone in my position?
I'm living in cobble hill at the moment and have been hoping to get out for some kiteboarding practice. I'm relatively new but took enough lessons this summer on lakes in Alberta and on the ocean in South Africa that I am comfortable staying upwind in reasonably decent conditions and self rescuing if needed. I'm thinking that the drive to Elk lake would be one option (I've checked out the park at the northeast and can easily launch there) but Cherry Point beach also seems great at low tide and is way closer to home.
So my question is: Are there hidden hazards at Cherry point (near shore currents etc.) to be particularly wary of for someone who just wants to mow the lawn and get some time on the water in 12-20 kts wind?
Any other suggestions for someone in my position?