Join us for a free five-day land-to-sea educational expedition through the Salish Sea

To apply, please complete the application form.

By Priya Puri and Pascale Campagna-Slater 2025 September 182025 December 15 2 min. read

We are searching for participants to join our next Land Healing Stewards Initiative sailing expedition! This is a five-day live-aboard trip on Raincoast’s 68-foot, Transport Canada certified, research and education sailing vessel, Achiever. This expedition will bring together Indigenous and BIPOC youth ages 19-29 from the Lower Mainland, Southern Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands, and adjacent areas.

October 12 to 16, 2025

Departing and returning to Sidney, BC
Eight spots available to youth ages 19-29

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Land Healing Stewards Initiative – Achiever expedition

The trip will take place from Sunday, October 12^th to Thursday, October 16^th, 2025. Departing from and returning to Sidney, BC, we will travel through the Salish Sea, sailing, observing wildlife, and stopping on various islands for day excursions. At least one day will be spent at Raincoast’s protected property, KELÁ_EKE Kingfisher Forest, on S’DAYES (North Pender Island) for forest-based learning, species identification, and habitat restoration activities.

The rest of the itinerary will be spent sailing, observing marine and terrestrial species, hiking, and exploring the Gulf Islands National Park Reserve.

Free of Charge

This trip is being offered free of charge. Those who are interested in participating and available for the full five days of the expedition are welcome to submit an application and learn more about the trip through the online form. There are eight spots available for youth (ages 19-29) to take part in the trip. Once you’ve submitted your application, a Raincoast staff member will contact you.

What to expect

Eight participants will live in close quarters aboard Achiever and share responsibilities such as cooking and cleaning. All outdoor activities will occur rain or shine. Days will begin from sunrise (~7:30 AM) and activities will conclude by early evening (~6:30 PM). Portions of this trip will involve hiking on uneven terrains, getting in and out of a small boat, and participating in hands-on restoration activities such as planting.