COMING EVENTS

The Cowichan Bay Maritime Centre and Cowichan Wooden Boat Society host and participate in a variety of events throughout the year.

A Maritime History of Vancouver Island with Dr. Barry Gough

A six week series starting October 18th, 2010

Course Fee: $200 +HST or $150 +HST for Society members, 50% non-refundable deposit required.

Six lectures --Monday evenings October 18th-November 22nd 2010 from 7:00 to 9:00 PM

Dr. Barry Gough was founding director of Canadian Studies at Wilfrid Laurier University and is a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society, Fellow of King's College London and Life Member of the Association of Canadian Studies. Author of many critically acclaimed books, including Royal Navy and the Northwest Coast of North America, 1810–1914; Gunboat Frontier: British Maritime Authority and Northwest Coast Indians, 1846–90; First Across the Continent: Sir Alexander Mackenzie and Fighting Sail on Lake Huron and Georgian Bay, he has been writing about the history of the Pacific Coast for almost four decades and is known for the authenticity of his work, which has received international recognition.

For more information call (250) 746-4955 Email: cwbs@classicboats.org

Sail Past - December 4, 2010

This year make the Christmas by the Sea part of your family's Christmas traditions. There will be free hot chocolate, coffee and candy canes, music and a wonderful view of the Lighted Ships as they Sail Past. Christmas is a magical time. Come and enjoy the bonfire and BBQ, bake sale and silent auction. Wheelchair accessible. No admission fee. 2:00-4:00PM BBQ by donation 5:00PM Sail Past We will gladly accept non perishable food for our local food bank.