BC’s Sunshine Coast Spring and Summer Family & Friends Weekend Getaways

Led by an instructor with all the gear, food, and logistics to make it easier. You have fun. We help you have it.

Imagine paddling through the calm, sheltered waters of Sechelt Inlet on the Sunshine Coast, surrounded by towering cedars, eagles overhead, and the soft rhythm of your paddle breaking the surface.

This adventure welcomes paddlers of all skill levels to explore one of British Columbia’s most stunning coastal waterways—an unforgettable outdoor experience led by experienced Fireside instructors.

Perfect for families and friends, the Sechelt Inlet paddling journey offers time to reconnect, unplug, and immerse yourself in the beauty of the West Coast. Breathe deeply, slow down, and let the natural world do its magic.

What makes paddling the Sunshine Coast so special?

For us, the Sechelt Inlet is more than just a beautiful paddling route—it’s a living classroom and a place of deep connection. The ocean here feels calm yet powerful, surrounded by forested mountains that seem to hold the stories of the land. Each paddle stroke brings you closer to understanding the rhythm of nature, the balance between land and sea, and your own place within it.

The Inlet has a way of slowing you down, helping you breathe, reflect, and listen. It’s where adventure meets mindfulness—where families, friends, and young explorers rediscover what it means to feel grounded, capable, and free.

This is the heart of the Sunshine Coast, and it’s waiting to share its lessons with you.

DATES
May: 1–3, 8–10, 15–16, 29–31, 2026
June: 5–7, 12–14, 19–21, 26–28, 2026
August: 7–9, 14–16, 21–23, 28–30, 2026
Ages: All ages (18+ if unaccompanied by parent/guardian)

DETAILS
Group size: Open to groups of 4+.
Ages: 18+ (solo); 5–17 if with parent/guardian.
Locations: Sechelt Inlet
Experience Level: Best suited for those with a basic level of wilderness travel, who have been on a few camping trips.

PRICES (CAD)
Early Bird Price (ends Nov 15, 2025): $599.00 + GST per person
Regular Price: $699.00 + GST per person
Non-refundable Deposit: $150 + GST per person

Includes:
– Fireside instructor to assist throughout the weekend getaway
– Safety equipment
– Canoe/kayaking lessons
– Canoes/kayaks and group camping equipment (including tents, cook sets)
– All meals (Friday late-night snack to Sunday lunch)
– Pre-trip Zoom meeting

Does not include:
– Fishing licence
- Ferry fees (walk on andn/or driving with on vehicle)
– Gratuity
*Sleeping bags and sleeping mats can be rented for $150 + GST. Contact us to arrange.

Contact: office@firesideadventures.ca to book your group or join an upcoming trip.

Paddle the Sechelt Inlet – A Sunshine Coast Canoe Adventure for Families and Friends

Discover the beauty and calm of Sechelt Inlet, one of the Sunshine Coast’s most spectacular and sheltered waterways. This unique paddling adventure offers the perfect balance of learning new outdoor skills and spending meaningful time together—away from the rush of everyday life.

Led by experienced Fireside instructors, you’ll explore the quiet coves, island campsites, and lush coastal forests that define this region. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced paddler, this flexible and fully supported trip is designed to meet you where you’re at.

Each day brings a new rhythm, whether it’s learning canoe strokes, setting up camp, cooking over an open flame, or discovering the power of teamwork in nature’s classroom. Led by experienced instructors, each journey combines outdoor skills training, storytelling, and time to simply breathe in the rhythm of this extraordinary landscape. The Sunshine Coast is more than a destination, it’s a teacher, a refuge, and a reminder of the interconnectedness of land, sea, and community..

Perfect for families, friends, or anyone craving a coastal adventure with a purpose. Come explore the Sunshine Coast, where ocean, forest, and community meet.

Introducing the Sunshine Coast (BC)

The Sunshine Coast is a place shaped by water, forest, and generations of people who have called this land home. From the traditional and unceded territories of the shíshálh (Sechelt) and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish) Nations, to the present-day communities that line its shores, this region holds a living history—one that continues to teach, inspire, and connect.

Sechelt Inlet, our home base for paddling and exploration, is a remarkable saltwater fjord surrounded by steep, forested slopes and dotted with hidden coves and islands. For thousands of years, these protected waters have been a travel route, food source, and gathering place for the Coast Salish peoples.

Today, the Inlet continues to offer what it always has: stillness, discovery, and perspective. As we paddle its calm waters, we are reminded to move slowly, listen deeply, and respect the balance of nature that defines this coast.