Taming the Wildcat!The Wildcat hissed and snarled, occasionally taking a swipe with its paw, but I managed to make it through the gauntlet – though not unscathed. And I loved every minute of it! Friends don’t let friends take long, skinny boats down the Wildcat, but I guess that explains my standing among this crew … Continue reading Wildcat Creek Race 6.11.22
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Sugar Creek Race 5.21.22
You missed a good day on the creek! Rain held registration up a little but cleared off an we were able to start the race on time. Started the Stwalley Short Race (4 mile) at 1:20 and had 6 participants. Bob Stwalley’s granddaughter Elizabeth Stwalley and friend Quinn Burns won with a finishing time of … Continue reading Sugar Creek Race 5.21.22
Hoosier Regatta 4.23.22
Sometimes you feel like a nut… Saturday’s running of the 2022 Hoosier Regatta on the White River in Noblesville started our season much like a military boot camp: a shock to the system, a lot of hard work, but with a solid dose of humor and good memories. When George Tinsley planned this date, I’m … Continue reading Hoosier Regatta 4.23.22
Bridge to Bridge Race 8.21.2021
Bridge to Bridge Race August 21, 2021 From Brent Ernsberger: I wish to thank all the paddlers that attended my 3rd running if the Bridge to Bridge race. I have kept the course very similar to the one used by Buzz Lail and then Sonja Gilman. I believe the most exciting and hectic aspects of … Continue reading Bridge to Bridge Race 8.21.2021
Wabash River Race 7.24.2021
48th Annual Wabash River Canoe & Kayak Races Terry ordered up an awfully nice day for a canoe race this time, and the new location worked well – other than lacking an outhouse at the start. Water levels were up, negating any “rudder anxiety”, temps were mild (although they got hotter as the day wore on), the … Continue reading Wabash River Race 7.24.2021