Replying to Sad State of Cliff Jumping

While BC is usually home to some amazing cliff jumping, this is a rather unfortunate year where there is considerable amounts of repairs to be done. The winter wind storms have wrought havoc across much of the province, including some of the most prime cliff jump spots.

At Brohm lake, the big rope swing is currently out of operation as a large tree has fallen in its path. Fortunately the tree with the rope is ok, but you cannot swing right now. In fact, the upper platform has been destroyed and the whole upper rock ledge is blocked by the tree.

At Lions Bay, trees have fallen across the secondary and more mellow access trail. While fallen trees prevented across one of the access trail and the wayside camp spot is trashed, there is considerable other work to do. The hammock needs repair to the access panel and the main panel. And worst of all, the diving board is cracked and can no longer be safely jumped. I hit it twice and felt it give really badly and heard a horrible sound. The diving board NEEDS to be replaced. It is my intention to throw the Beachies Classic this year as a fundraiser to replace the diving board, but the board is going to cost approx $1000 and take a bunch of effort.

I also plan on going to Brohm with a chainsaw at some point to clear the fallen tree and build a new launch platform. But I am a busy boy this summer with work and etc and there is lots of work to be done. I will keep you guys posted.