21 years ago, GPCA organized the first Canoe for Cancer. There are some members who have faithfully canoed every year! Many more are involved as paddlers, and volunteers. Last year, due to Covid-19, we were unable to put on this event, and I am sure that the Cancer Society missed our participation.
Put this event on your calendar and follow our posts for more details. Let's have everybody join us in some way!
Please join us as we paddle Gloucester Pool and Little Lake starting from the Big Chute Marine Railway to Port Severn Park, Port Severn. There will be a stop along the way to pick up snacks and water. Saftey boats wil be along the route to help provide assistance as needed by paddlers.
Let's have fun and help cure cancer!
Date: August 28th, 2021
Time: 8:30am
Start location: Big Chute Marine Railway, 7001 Upper Big Chute Rd, Coldwater, ON L0K 1E0
End Location: Port Severn Park, 39 Minten's Ln, Port Severn, ON L0K 1S0
Registration Time: 8:30 am, Big Chute Marine Railway, Upper side
Paddle Commences: 9:30 am
Approximate Paddle Distance: 13 km (Paddlers are not required to complete the entire distance) We have included a route map for anyone interested in the exact route along with photos of channel markers which you will need to follow during the route.
Equipment: Please bring your own Canoe, Kayak, Paddleboard, etc., paddle(s), life jacket, and safety kit
The stop location is at the GPCA Clubhouse where you will be able to pick up a snack and water. Please refer to the route map for the approximate location and the photos for one which the picture of our clubhouse. If you reach a marker S55-1 you have passed the clubhouse.
There will also be safety boats available to help any paddlers as needed.
If you have any questions please email mail.gpca@gmail.com
