Vessel Profile

Arbutus II (I)

Arbutus II (I)
Photo: Dirk Septer

Story

This patrol vessel was built in 1949 by B.C. Forest Service Maintenance Depot in New Westminster, BC.

Historical Notes

This vessel was a 2nd series "blimp" design.

Owners & Masters

In 1949-1968 she was owned by the British Columbia Forest Service, Victoria BC Canada.

In 1968-1987 she was owned by the Director of Corrections, Victoria BC Canada.

In 1987-2015 she was owned by Jerry & Gay Alkoff.

In 2015-2019 she was owned by Kevan Brown.

In 2020-2024 she was owned by Canadian interests.

References

  • Coney, Michael (1983)
  • Email (Kevan Smith - Nauticapedia 29/10/2019)
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