The 2015 Van Isle 360 began Saturday, with 51 vessels sailing out of Nanaimo’s harbour. Competitors will head north to Comox, through the Johnstone Strait and past Nawhitti Bar. It’s the 10th bi-annual race, which wraps up June 20 in Nanaimo.
To track the race as it moves around Vancouver Island, please visit www.vanisle360.com.
More photos can also be found at www.nanaimobulletin.com.