Matt Meersman ended our season in a big way Saturday with his St. Joe River races in South Bend, Indiana. With 19 paddlers, 6 runners, morning and afternoon paddling races, and the chance to compete for "biathlon" status, it was a great finale for what has really been a great season. It was a rather … Continue reading St. Joe River Race 9.24.22
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Lions Paws for Support Paddlefest 7.30.22
Lions Paws for Support Paddlefest (Fish Lake Race) Report Photo by Julie Birge Emily Howard outdid herself once again for our beloved Fish Lake Race and festival (put on by the Lions Paws for Support). She had a few things working against her this year: the guy who typically runs the racing was unable to … Continue reading Lions Paws for Support Paddlefest 7.30.22
Three Rivers Fort Wayne Race 7.16.22
Leo, Indiana Boat Launch. Photo by Holly Wik The initial predictions for the date of the TRF race had been for temps close to 90. As it was, we were more concerned about being washed out by a storm that passed through shortly before race registration. But not to fear; the rains cleared out just … Continue reading Three Rivers Fort Wayne Race 7.16.22
Lions Paws for Support Paddlefest 7.31.2021
Lions Paws for Support Paddle Fest (Fish Lake Race) 2021 Race Report Emily Howard and her team once again threw one heck of a delightful race and festival, even including some perfect weather to make the scene complete! It’s always a blast to be there, and they treat the paddlers well, with snacks, food sales, vendors, … Continue reading Lions Paws for Support Paddlefest 7.31.2021
2020 Indiana USCA Annual Awards, Picnic & Paddle
'Twas a fine meeting!I supposed it was really more of a picnic, seeing that our annual Fall meeting was held outdoors, we had a good supply of food, we gave out awards, we chatted a bit, and then we went paddling. Attendance was a little lower than usual, as might be expected under the conditions, … Continue reading 2020 Indiana USCA Annual Awards, Picnic & Paddle