Sooke launches

Hoochiebob

Hoochiebob

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Hoping to get out to Sooke next week.How are the launches,Particularly Jock's?I'll either be in a 19ft deep-v or a 24ft Whaler.
Hate running the basin but I guess it's better than Cheanuh.
Any reports on the launches greatly appreciated


Hooch
 
Been to Jocks a few times to have a look see, Short ramp, on a low tide no ramp, drops off to mud, Watch the tides for in and out. I haven't used it for this reason, I use Sunny Shores, nice long ramp, is a little bit of a run out and watch the depth going out. Stay to your port side, Billings Spit comes out a long way.
 
Been to Jocks a few times to have a look see, Short ramp, on a low tide no ramp, drops off to mud, Watch the tides for in and out. I haven't used it for this reason, I use Sunny Shores, nice long ramp, is a little bit of a run out and watch the depth going out. Stay to your port side, Billings Spit comes out a long way.
 
Better off goin to Sunny Shores decent ramp at any tide. The run in the basin isn't bad and the boat could fair better because of it.[8D]
 
Better off goin to Sunny Shores decent ramp at any tide. The run in the basin isn't bad and the boat could fair better because of it.[8D]
 
I am also thinking about a trip to Jordan river area probably this Sunday. I will be travelling with another boat as well. I don't mind running from out of Cheanuh and give the new to me boat and motor a good run but most think it is too far to run and would rather leave from Jocks Dock. I checked the tides for Sunday at Sooke and high tide is at 3:18 am and low tide is at 11:19 am. We will probably be launching around 7:00 am which is approx 1/2 way to low tide, Do you think the ramp will be ok to launch from at that time or should I be thinking of launching earlier then 7:00 am? I might try and drive out there Saturday morning just to check out the place cause I've never launched from there and don't want to find out any surprises when I have my boat with me. My boat is only 17 feet and is an Arima which will launch in fairly sallow spots or at least thats what I was told. Steve.

And remember....Keep your tip up!!!
 
I am also thinking about a trip to Jordan river area probably this Sunday. I will be travelling with another boat as well. I don't mind running from out of Cheanuh and give the new to me boat and motor a good run but most think it is too far to run and would rather leave from Jocks Dock. I checked the tides for Sunday at Sooke and high tide is at 3:18 am and low tide is at 11:19 am. We will probably be launching around 7:00 am which is approx 1/2 way to low tide, Do you think the ramp will be ok to launch from at that time or should I be thinking of launching earlier then 7:00 am? I might try and drive out there Saturday morning just to check out the place cause I've never launched from there and don't want to find out any surprises when I have my boat with me. My boat is only 17 feet and is an Arima which will launch in fairly sallow spots or at least thats what I was told. Steve.

And remember....Keep your tip up!!!
 
I launch a 15 footer at any tide at Jock's. You will be fine. May just have to paddle out to the dock a ways before dropping the motor.
 
I launch a 15 footer at any tide at Jock's. You will be fine. May just have to paddle out to the dock a ways before dropping the motor.
 
Thanks juandesooka, I did notice that it was going to be a bit windy on Saturday and I'm hoping it will be a lot nicer on Sunday.
And if I had a 25 foot Grady White I'd be sleeping on it anchored out somewhere ....lol.

And remember....Keep your tip up!!!
 
Thanks juandesooka, I did notice that it was going to be a bit windy on Saturday and I'm hoping it will be a lot nicer on Sunday.
And if I had a 25 foot Grady White I'd be sleeping on it anchored out somewhere ....lol.

And remember....Keep your tip up!!!
 
last time I was out at Cheanuh,you had to step on an old chair to get across the dock.That and the extra run time.
Hope they replaced the chair


Hooch
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last time I was out at Cheanuh,you had to step on an old chair to get across the dock.That and the extra run time.
Hope they replaced the chair


Hooch
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Looked it over on the charts and you are probably right PS.Will keep that in mind next time.
Less time in the truck = more time on the water.
Thanks all

Hooch
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