Another question for you ....................... We have just discovered that Airtransat allows an extra bag, free, with fishing equipment. Our research into what fishing is available offers lots ...
Smelt Bay is really nice. Cortez is a blast back in time; very laid back. Tie-died clothing is mandatory!
Check the BC Ferries website. I am not sure of you can reserve on the smaller routes. You need to go from Campbell River to Quadra Island then hop to Cortez. A nice spot to camp is at the Hariot Bay Inn on Quadra Island. They have a campground and marina as well.