CFOKE The Canadian Federation of Ocean Kayak Educators is a third certification body provid- ing leadership training for sea kayak guides. CFOKE guide training is recognized by both the ACSKG and SKGABC, and specializes in training guides as educators as well as in “harmonic wilderness travel”—a heightened awareness of surroundings. Godfather: Bruce Wilson. Website: www.swiftwave.net/cfoke.


CRCA Formed in 1971 to “promote all forms of


recreational paddling to Canadians of diverse abilities, culture, or age…”, the Canadian Recreational Canoeing Association provides paddling skills certifications up to Sea Kayaking Instructor IV and Senior Instructor Trainer. Over the past five years, paddling demographics have evolved to the point where 80 percent of instruction is sea kayak–based, and the CRCA works in part-


AECSKO Formed in 1996 to create operational stan-


dards in the Eastern sea kayaking industry, the Association of Eastern Canadian Sea Kayak Outfitters is the youngest member of our Canadian Mafia. AECSKO has 20 mem- ber outfitters between Ontario and the Maritime Provinces. AECSKO recently passed recommendations that will require guides to pass a certification course and attain CRCA paddling skill certification. Godfather: Tim Dyer of White Squall Sea Kayaking. Website: www.aecsko.on.ca.


So what does all this mean? The Canadian sea kayaking industry is


still in its infancy, and the abundance of gov- erning bodies results in a variety of safety standards, operating policies, and a wide range of guide wages (only $50–$225 per day for full guides).


Gourmet Salmon on Toast


1 can wild Pacific salmon 2 tbsp mayonaise 1 tsp pepper 1 roma tomato 2 tbsp feta cheese 1 tbsp olive oil 4 slices fresh multi-grain baguette


1 copy of Adventure Kayak* Why are they meddling in Canadian sea kayaking?


nership with organizations such as AECSKO to certify commercial sea kayak guides. Annual dues: $48.20. Godfather: John Eberhard. Website: www.crca.ca.


BCU The British Canoe Union was created in


1936 to help send a British canoe team to the Berlin Olympics. This colonial organization has three objectives: 1) to help people enjoy canoeing; 2) to raise the profile of all aspects of canoeing; and, 3) working to develop long- term paddler development opportunities. The BCU’s motto is, “Helping and inspiring peo- ple to go canoeing.” All this makes one won- der what the heck they are doing meddling in the Canadian sea kayaking industry. One of this organization’s dons, John Dudderidge (a competitor at the aforementioned 1936 Berlin games), recently passed away at the age of 97. Annual dues: $70. Website: www.bcu.org.uk.


Compare this to the commercial moun- taineering community, which has been gov- erned by one body since 1963—the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides (ACMG). For a guide, ACMG membership comes with prestige and international recog- nition, access to a group insurance policy, increased employment opportunities and wages of up to $350 a day. SKGBC’s Blake Johnson (owner of Batstar


Adventure Tours) sums up the view of many guides and professionals in our industry: “I don’t care what the governing body is


called, as long as it helps further the needs of the industry, its guides and the clients.” For now, guides, operators and clients still


need to do their homework before choosing an organization to invest in, and there will continue to be confusion about the different bodies until a unifying process amalgamates all the ruling families. 


*available at fine newsstands or subscribe online at www.adventurekayakmag.com


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Drain salmon. In small bowl combine salmon, mayo and pep- per. Toast bread. Slice tomatoes. Spread salmon on toast. Top with tomatoes. Crumble feta cheese over tomatoes. Drizzle with olive oil. Place on plate and serve.


Enjoy with a fresh copy of AdventureKayak.


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