All Courses

When it comes to combining travel with education, adventure with learning, and outdoor discovery with transformative experiences, the majestic west coast of Vancouver Island is full of eye-opening opportunities.Please check back regularly! We will be adding more courses, programs, and events in the coming weeks. You can also sign up for our E-Newsletter and we will keep you informed about west coast learning opportunities.

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SVOP certification Tofino West Coast NEST

Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP) - February 2025

VHF Radio Certification Datum Marine Services

Marine VHF Radio Certification (ROC-M) - February 2025

Satum Marine Services Marine Emergency Course

Small Domestic Vessel Basic Safety Course (MED A3/SDV-BS) - February 2025

SKGABC Level 1 (Day) Guide - March 2025

SKILS Sea Kayak Course Level 3

SKGABC Level 3 Guide Workshop - April 2025

Paddle Canada Level 3 Skills - April 2025

SKGABC Level 1 (Day) Guide - April 2025

Datum Marine Boat Boss Course

Practical Small Boat Captain's Course (Boat Boss) - April 2025

Paddle Canada Level 4 Skills

Paddle Canada Level 4 Skills - April 2025

Paddle Canada Level 2 Instructor Course SKILS in Clayoquot Sound West Coast NEST

Paddle Canada Level 2 Instructor - April 2025

Assistant Overnight Kayak Guide SKGABC

SKGABC Assistant Overnight Guide - April 2025

40hr Wilderness and Remote First-Aid with CPR C - May 2025

Paddle Canada Level 1 Skills - May 2025

Kayak Surfing Course SKILS

Surfing in Sea Kayaks - May 2025

Paddle Canada Level 1 Instructor - May 2025

SKGABC Level 1 (Day) Guide - May 2025

Assistant Overnight Kayak Guide SKGABC

SKGABC Assistant Overnight Guide - May 2025

SVOP certification Tofino West Coast NEST

Small Vessel Operator Proficiency (SVOP) - May 2025

VHF Radio Certification Datum Marine Services

Marine VHF Radio Certification (ROC-M) - May 2025

SKGABC Assistant Overnight Guide Upgrade - May 2025

Satum Marine Services Marine Emergency Course

Small Domestic Vessel Basic Safety Course (MED A3/SDV-BS) - May 2025

Paddle Canada Level 3 Skills - May 2025

Paddle Canada Level 1 Skills - End of May 2025

Kayak Surfing Course SKILS

Surfing in Sea Kayaks - End of May 2025

Datum Marine Boat Boss Course

Practical Small Boat Captain's Course (Boat Boss) - May 2025

Kayak Surfing Course SKILS

Surfing in Sea Kayaks - May/June 2025

Kayak Surfing Course SKILS

Surfing in Sea Kayaks - June 2025

VHF Radio Certification Datum Marine Services

Marine VHF Radio Certification (ROC-M) - June 2025

Satum Marine Services Marine Emergency Course

Small Domestic Vessel Basic Safety Course (MED A3/SDV-BS) - June 2025

Advanced Kayak Surfing SKILS

Advanced Surfing in Sea Kayaks - June 2025

Datum Marine Boat Boss Course

Practical Small Boat Captain's Course (Boat Boss) - June 2025

Paddle Canada Level 1 Skills - June 2025

Kayak Surfing Course SKILS

Surfing in Sea Kayaks - Early June 2025

Assistant Overnight Kayak Guide SKGABC

SKGABC Assistant Overnight Guide - June 2025

Harvesting from the Wild SKILS workshop in Clayoquot Sound

Harvesting from the Wild - July 2025

SKILS Kayak Fishing Touring Level 3 – Clayoquot Sound Expedition

Kayak Fishing Touring Level 3 – Clayoquot Sound Expedition - July 2025

Sea Kayaking in Clayoquot Sound West Coast NEST

Clayoquot Instructional Kayaking Tour - August 2025

Saltwater Kayak Fishing Level 2 - August 2025

Kayak Surfing Course SKILS

Surfing in Sea Kayaks - September 2025

SKGABC Assistant Overnight Guide Upgrade - September 2025

Assistant Overnight Kayak Guide SKGABC

SKGABC Assistant Overnight Guide - September 2025

Paddle Canada Level 3 Skills - September 2025

SKGABC Level 1 (Day) Guide - October 2025

Bear Safety When Recreating - ongoing

Cedar Weaving Workshop: Custom Group Programs - ongoing

Clayoquot Wild Wildlife and Custom Tours - ongoing

Customized Group Programs: Cedar Coast Field Station - ongoing

Customized Group Programs: Raincoast Education Society - ongoing

Customized Programs: West Coast NEST - ongoing

Grow Local West Coast - Ongoing

Navigation for Paddlers and Boaters - Ongoing

Image of youth learning about a whale bone on a rainbow towel. Photo Credit: Melissa Renwick

Ocean Literacy Program - Ongoing

Sea State for Paddlers and Boaters - Ongoing

Weather for Paddlers and Boaters - Ongoing

Wildlife Awareness & Safety - Level 1 Certificate - ongoing

Nature Kids Programs - ongoing

Conservation of Amphibians in Coastal BC - ongoing

Customized Group Programs: Tofino Clayoquot Heritage Museum - ongoing

Customized Group Programs: Ucluelet Aquarium - ongoing

Photography Lessons with Professional Wildlife Photographer - ongoing