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Paddling Events
Team Challenge


Thank you to all of our pre-registered teams. We are now at our limit of teams for the event. We encourage you to participate in the flat water or white water part of the event instead.

 

Friendly race against teams of eight in North Canoes between Mississauga Canoe Club and the CN Railway Bridge.

Duration:

Warm-ups prior to the event. Race length is 500 metres on flat water. Qualifying heats depending on number of entrants.

Start:

Warm ups start at 9:30 am; Heats and races start at 11:00 am.

Check-In:

Opens at 9:30-10:30 am at Mississauga Canoe Club. Briefing will begin at 10:30.
Required Skills:

Enthusiasm and energy, one experienced paddler per boat. (We'll provide one experienced paddler for your team, at your request.)

Age Range:

No restrictions

Type of Watercraft:

We'll supply North CanoesNorth Canoe

The canoe was the workhorse of the fur trade and traveling through the interior required a light weight craft that could be carried across frequent portages and yet manage a heavy load of cargo as well.

The North Canoe was used most often between remote outposts and is about 18-22 feet in length and typically manned by 2-6 voyageurs.  for your Team.
Water:

Flat water

Required Safety Equipment:

Canadian-approved personal flotation device or lifejacket of appropriate size must be worn and will be provided.
Registration:

For those who are pre-registered, simply show up, drop off your pledges and pledge form, sign your waiver and you're ready to be launched.