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If you are sailing to or from the Pirate's Lair, you are entitled to have your bedding and luggage transported by the jolly boat (courtesy van). Each pirate may bring tightly packaged bedding, and a reasonable amount of luggage. Please bring toothpaste, toothbrush, towels, soap, shampoo, other toiletries and your sleeping bag and pillow. All luggage and bedding must be clearly labeled with your name and phone number, and securely fastened to prevent it from exploding like a cheap four-pounder cannon. The capacity to ship luggage is limited; please use common sense and consideration.

Fragile items and electronics should be placed in a waterproof container or wrapped in plastic, and placed in the center of your luggage surrounded by soft items. 

Luggage drop-off:

For pirates travelling to Pirate's Lair aboard La Beale Isoud: your luggage must be dropped off at the designated location no later than 9:00 pm on Thursday 21 August. If you are connecting directly with La Beale Isoud, contact First Mate Fish for instructions.

For pirates travelling to Canoe Cove aboard La Beale Isoud: your luggage must be dropped off at the van pickup point no later than 1:00 pm on Sunday 24 August.

For pirates travelling to Victoria or Vancouver aboard BC Ferries: your luggage must be dropped off at the Pirate's Lair van pickup point no later than 11:00 am on Sunday 24 August.

At Pirate's Lair, the tenting area is a 50 metre walk downhill along a path to the camping area.It is uphill on the way back. The jolly boat will load/unload passengers and luggage at the Pirate's Lair deck stairs. There is no porter service for luggage at Pirates Lair.

At Sturdies Bay, there is a 150 metre walk from the parking lot to the Ferry. The jolly boat will load/unload passengers and luggage at the BC Ferries parking lot. There is no porter service for luggage at Sturdies Bay. 

The Schwartz Bay Government Wharf is a 10 to 15 minute walk the BC Ferries parking lot. For passengers sailing on La Beale Isoud, the jolly boat will drop off your luggage at the foot of the Government Wharf. There is no porter service for luggage or transfer service to/from the BC Ferries parking lot.

It is your responsibilty to ensure that your luggage is in the place at the right time.

Your kit bag - what to bring:

Please bring toothpaste, toothbrush, towels, soap, shampoo, other toiletries, a bathing suit, pillows, sleeping bags or blankets. Remember to bring enough clothing for the weekend, as laundry facilities are not available at Pirate's Lair.

Foam to sleep on in the tent would be a wise item to pack. Unless, of course, you are a serious masochist. Although tents are provided, we can always use more; please email  First Mate Fish  if you are able to bring one.

While at Pirate's Lair, styrofoam and plastic cups are provided. If you prefer to drink from a proper cup or mug, please bring your own and be prepared to wash it yourself or have your slave wash it for you.

If you wish to indulge, please bring your own grog. There is a very small liquor outlet on Galiano, but it has limited hours of operation and limited stock. It is a 30-minute walk/10-minute drive from the Lair and transportation is not provided.

Don't forget to bring any implements of torture you might want to play with, but remember, space is limited so please try to pack as lightly and as compactly as possible. The transportation of large or bulky toys such as spanking benches is not included in the luggage service.

NOTE: Antibacterial products are not allowed, as they will interfere with the proper operation of the septic system that serves the cabin. These products must not be used, so please leave them at home.

Last years while plundering and looting, a load of fine Honduran mahogany and teak was captured, and the Captain authorized the carpenter to build two new ship's boats; the jolly boat and the long boat.

The jolly boat, modeled after a late model land yacht, is designed for raids ashore and forrays into uncharted costal villages. The cargo carrying capacity of this boat is amazing; but it is important to obey the instructions of the coxswain to keep the load stable and prevent stability problems caused by overloading. You'll see the jolly boat in Sturdies Bay, Montague Harbour, and on the chocks at Pirate's Lair while the carpenter caulks it's seams.

The long boat, modeled after a nameless pirate with an over inflated ego, is used mainly for transferring pirates to and  from shore when La Beal Isoud is at anchor. The long boats speed makes it ideally suited as an emergency life saving boat in the event that someone walks the plank. The long boat will be used in Montague Harbour and at Flogger's Cove.

The jolly boat will provide transportation to/from Sturdies Bay for BC Ferry sailings between 10 am Friday 22 August and 1 pm Sunday August 24. Please email First Mate Fish to confirm pick up.