Professional Development

Add new levels of skill and accomplishment with programs that are designed to expand your world and open doors to new opportunities. Our courses are an amazing adventure on their own. New courses are being added weekly. Check back for updates! To inquire about customized courses or group bookings, please contact our Regional Partners directly.

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

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

Customized Group Programs: Cedar Coast Field Station - ongoing

Customized Programs: West Coast NEST - ongoing

Navigation for Paddlers and Boaters - Ongoing

Sea State for Paddlers and Boaters - Ongoing

Weather for Paddlers and Boaters - Ongoing

Photography Lessons with Professional Wildlife Photographer - ongoing