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OUR HOME AWAY FROM HOME

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WELCOME BOATERS & TRAVELERS

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Welcome aboard! The crew of MV Raiatea is delighted that you've discovered us and taken the time to explore our content. Whether it's our YouTube Travel Channel or our Instagram page, we invite you to join us on our adventures across the stunning Pacific Northwest. Get ready to witness the breathtaking places we've explored and the incredible experiences we've had.

ABOUT US
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MV RAIATEA

Join us on board our cruising vessel, MV Raiatea, in the Pacific Northwest. MV stands for "Motor Vessel" and Raiatea is named after our favourite island in French Polynesia.

 

MV Raiatea is a 2013 Ranger Tug 25SC. 2021 is our first season owning this marvelous, yet capable vessel. Being a new boater, the learning curve was quite steep but it is rewarding non-the-less. We, along with our boat mascot - Odie the Yorkie, would like to take you along the way. 

Hope you will enjoy our webpage, YouTube channel, and Instagram. Join us on this wonderful journey.

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YOUTUBE
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Chapter 1 - Bowen Island

Snug Cove, Union SteamShip Company Marina, Crippen Regional Park, Killarney Lake

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Chapter 4 - Nanaimo Trip Part 2

Newcastle Island, Snake Island, Taylor Bay, Malaspina Galleries, Downtown Nanaimo

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Chapter 7 - Princess Louisa Inlet Trip

Part 3

This is our recent Princess Louisa Inlet trip in three parts. Part 3 takes us through Jervis Inlet to our ultimate destination: Princess Louisa Inlet. We then finish off our trip by staying at Pender Harbour before heading home.

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Chapter 10 - Gulf Island Trip

Part 2

Part 2 takes us from Montague Harbour to James Bay, Prevost Island where we did a little hike to the campground. After lunch, we headed for Salt Spring Island and spent three days-two nights there.

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Chapter 13 - Poet Cove

Part 1

In this chapter, I will recount our arrival at Poet Cove Resort & Spa in Bedwell Harbour and our memorable scenic hike to the nearby hidden gem - Greenburn Lake.

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Chapter 16 - Christmas Cruise Part 2 Gibsons & Secret Beach Park

This is the second part of our Christmas Cruise. In this chapter, we returned from Keats Island and explored the charming town of Gibsons, BC. We visited various shops, cafes, and restaurants, spending a relaxing day in Gibsons Public Market, dining at The Mad Hen Diner, and the famous Smitty's Oyster House.

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Chapter 2 - Spring Crabbing

Spring Crabbing / Crab Fishing between Sand Heads and Sturgeon Bank in Strait of Georgia

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Chapter 5 - Princess Louisa Inlet Trip

Part 1

This is our recent Princess Louisa Inlet trip in three parts. Part 1 takes us to Secret Cove in the Sunshine Coast, BC for a transient moorage in Secret Cove Marina. That evening, we explored different bays within the Secret Cove's boundary. Day two takes us to the white-sand beach of Buccaneer Bay, Thormanby Islands.

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Chapter 8 - New ROCNA Anchour

In chapter 8 of MV Raiatea, we just installed a brand new Rocna 10 anchor, replacing the origional Lewmar 7.5 Claw Anchor. Is it actually worth the money? Check out this chapter to find out.

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Chapter 11 - Gulf Island Trip

Part 3

Part 3 is the last of the three in this series which takes us around Salt Spring Island. We had a day of biking around the island and checked out Salt Spring Coffee, Outspokin’ Bike Shop, Ruckle Provincial Park & Ruckle Farm, Salt Spring Island Cheese, and Auntie Pesto’s.

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Chapter 14 - Poet Cove

Part 2

In this chapter, we'll be embarking on the renowned Mount Norman hike in Beaumont Marine Park. Located in South Pender Island, Mount Norman stands 200 meters tall, offering a challenging yet incredibly scenic hike. As you make your way up, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views of the stunning Canadian Gulf Islands.

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Chapter 17 - Sidney & Sidney Spit Marine Park

Amidst the peak of a sweltering summer, MV Raiatea is preparing for a brief getaway. In this chapter, we shall be indulging in a delightful two-night stay in the charming town of Sidney on Vancouver Island. On our second day, we embarked on a short journey across to Sidney Island, where we explored the scenic Sidney Spit Marine Park. We trust you will find this experience as enjoyable as we have.

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Chapter 3 - Nanaimo Trip Part 1

Nanaimo, BC Trip Part 1 (Newcastle Island, Dinghy Dock, Nanaimo)

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Chapter 6 - Princess Louisa Inlet Trip

Part 2

This is our recent Princess Louisa Inlet trip in three parts. Part 2 takes us north to Egmont. We took a nice hike in Skookumchuck Narrows Provincial Park and checked out the roaring rapids and whirlpools.

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Chapter 9 - Gulf Island Trip

Part 1

This is our recent Gulf Island trip in three parts. Part 1 takes us to Montague Harbour Provincial Marine Park where we anchoured for the night. We also took the famous Tommy’s Music Ride to the Hummingbird Inn Pub and Restaurant.

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Chapter 12 - Annual Haul Out

Every autumn, Raiatea undergoes her annual maintenance. A necessary process to maintain her high performance and avoid deterioration. Join us this chapter in our annual haul out process.

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Chapter 15 - Christmas Cruise Part 1 Gibsons & Keats Island (Salmon Rock), Dolphins Encounter

It's the Christmas season, and Raiatea is embarking on a couple of days of festive cruise and relaxation. Part 1 of our 2-part series takes us to Gibsons, BC, in the Sunshine Coast. On our way to Gibsons, we encountered a family of dolphins, which is a first for us. We spent a couple of days on the dock by the Gibsons Marina. On our second day, we took a little excursion to Salmon Rock in Keats Island, where we did a little hike and enjoyed the tranquil atmosphere by the rock.

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PUT MV RAIATEA ON THE MAP
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(AS OF SEPT 2024)

SINCE 2019:
TOTAL HOURS - 166.7
 HOURS

TOTAL DISTANCE - 945.3 NM

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SHOP & PROMOTIONS

As we are the co-owners of Dan & Russ co., we would love to offer our fellow boaters a gift to our little tea shop.

10% OFF ALL ITEMS ALWAYS. PROMO CODE:

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Dan & Russ co. is ran by us, Dan and Russ... The name really gives it away. We are a team of two buddies, plus our store mascot and our boat dog, Odie the Yorkie (Also known as King Odie). Although Odie is really there to supervise and make sure we don't slack off.

 

We started this online shop as a hobby in early 2019. Dan & Russ co. specializes in premium teas and giftware. We are committed to bringing the world's best products to our online store. We started with an idea of introducing fine tea and having the ability to handpick high-quality tea suppliers and send our products right to your doorsteps.  

NAUTICAL SHOP COMING SOON
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GALLERY
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Raiatea's Bow

Raiatea's Bow

At Strait of Georgia

Annual Haul Out

Annual Haul Out

At Shelter Island, Richmond, BC

James Bay Prevost Isd

James Bay Prevost Isd

Montague Harbour

Montague Harbour

Princess Louisa Inlet

Princess Louisa Inlet

Princess Louisa Inlet

Princess Louisa Inlet

Bowen Island

Bowen Island

Porthole

Porthole

Deas Island

Deas Island

Odie

Odie

Flying the flag

Flying the flag

Painting of King Odie

Painting of King Odie

Bow view

Bow view

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