OC1 Usage Policy

Two members are always required to move the OC1’s from storage onto the  Paddlesport Dock for assembly. Two members will lift the OC1 onto the water and after  the paddle, two paddlers will lift OC1 off the water and unto the dock. After dis assemble two members will put OC1 back in storage.

You must always paddle in close proximity of another boat. It is accepted that one of  these boats may be privately owned or be an OC6.

All OC1 paddlers must wear an approved PFD, use the tether and have gone through a training session on how to assemble a Hurricane, and have done a huli.

It is the responsibility of each club member of the group to satisfy themselves that they  and all Members of the party are competent to paddle in the prevailing and expected  weather and river conditions.

FLCC reserves the right to impose additional restrictions on use of OC1’s for any  reason.

FLCC OC1s are not allowed out before sunrise, or after sunset, nor are they allowed out  when temperatures are -1; including wind-chill.

Paddlers should carry a cell phone and understand the Emergency Pull-out spots. It is  recommended that they also carry a basic first aid kit, including a thermal blanket.

V1 Usage Policy (October 2025)  

• All V1 paddlers must successfully complete an OC1 huli each calendar year
• All users of FLCC V1s must go through a training session on how to assemble/disassemble a club-owned V1
• Two members are always required to move the V1s from storage onto the Paddlesport Dock for assembly. Two members will lift the V1 onto the water and after the paddle, two paddlers will lift V1 off the water and onto the dock. After disassembling the V1, two members will put V1 back in storage. Please ensure that the dock space being used is clear of all debris and grit prior to placing the V1 on the dock

**It is recommended, but not mandatory, to use either the cradles provided in the storage area or a mat (yoga mat or pool noodles) on the dock surface for assembly/disassembly of the OC1’s. 

• All V1 paddlers must wear an approved PFD and use the tether 
• You must always paddle within 100 meters of another boat. It is accepted that one of these boats may be privately owned small boat, a club owned small boat or an OC6  
• Wipe down the V1 after every use
• It is the responsibility of each club member of the group to satisfy themselves that they and all members of the party are competent to paddle in the prevailing and expected weather and river conditions
• FLCC reserves the right to impose additional restrictions on use of V1’s for any reason 
• FLCC V1s are not allowed out before sunrise, or after sunset, nor are they allowed out when temperatures are below -1°C; including wind-chill 
• Paddlers should carry a cell phone and understand the Emergency Pull-out spots. It is recommended that they also carry a basic first aid kit, including a thermal blanket
• V1 users must be FLCC members.  Additional fees to use the V1 include Small Boat Fee or a Drop In Fee.   
• Accidents do happen and when they do, we kindly request that you report any damage promptly via our FLCC website (https://www.fortlangleycanoeclub.ca/incident-reports/). This will allow us to address repairs quickly and ensure that our canoes are ready for the next adventure

OC2 Usage Policy (October 2025)

• All OC2 paddlers must successfully complete an OC1 and an OC6 (spec) huli each calendar year
• All users of the FLCC OC2 must go through a training session on how to assemble/disassemble a club-owned OC2
• Two members are always required to move the OC2 from storage onto the West Dock for assembly. Two members will lift the OC2 onto the water and after the paddle, two paddlers will lift OC2 off the water and onto the dock. After disassembling the OC2, two members will put OC2 back in storage. Please ensure that the dock space being used is clear of all debris and grit prior to placing the OC2 on the dock

**It is recommended, but not mandatory, to use either the cradles provided in the storage area or a mat (yoga mat or pool noodles) on the dock surface for assembly/disassembly of the OC1s. 

• Each OC2 paddlers must wear an approved PFD and use the leash
• You must always paddle within 100 meters of another boat. It is accepted that one of these boats may be privately owned small boat, a club small boat or an OC6. 
• Wipe down the OC2 after every use
• It is the responsibility of each club member of the group to satisfy themselves that they and all members of the party are competent to paddle in the prevailing and expected weather and river conditions
• FLCC reserves the right to impose additional restrictions on use of OC2’s for any reason 
• FLCC OC2s are not allowed out before sunrise, or after sunset, nor are they allowed out when temperatures are below -1°C; including wind-chill 
• Paddlers should carry a cell phone and understand the Emergency Pull-out spots. It is recommended that they also carry a basic first aid kit, including a thermal blanket
• OC2 users must be FLCC members.  Additional fees to use the OC2 include Small Boat Fee or a Drop In Fee for each user.   
• Accidents do happen and when they do, we kindly request that you report any damage promptly via our FLCC website (https://www.fortlangleycanoeclub.ca/incident-reports/). This will allow us to address repairs quickly and ensure that our canoes are ready for the next adventure