Hey everyone,
The time is drawing near! Seeing the other countries arrive this week on Lake Banook is making me realize just how soon the races really are. Another indicator- the international women’s canoe camp had its first session today in Lake Echo at Orenda Canoe Club. There was representation from Canada, USA, UK, Finland, Brazil and France. Two girls from Ecuador will be arriving this weekend.
We were able to have a great selection of boats to use- brand new Nelo and Plastex c-1s and c-2s. In the morning we went out for a short paddle so the coaches had the chance to observe and compare skill levels. I really didn’t know what to expect from the other countries given the limited opportunity we get to race against them, but I was pleasantly surprised. In the afternoon we were able to all go out for a longer practice and find at least one person who was of similar speed to paddle with.
I look forward to more girls arriving to compete and showing the world that progress is being made in women’s canoe. A big thank you to Elaine Keene for putting so much work into getting this camp organized and giving female canoeists the opportunity to be exposed to new levels in the sport.
Maria Halavrezos
hi all!
I am thrilled that the camp was made and followed the first World Women Canoeing, try to make provision that each day more famous and good! the experience of living with the girls and train together was unique! ..
thanks for loaning boats, coaches: Corey, Sarah, Chriss, Jeff really did a great job!
despite the short time we have Mia and I think we paddle well in the name of our country! and we see that in Canada there is much potential … we’ve done a very good job and succeed in the canoe together. We hope women’s canoe becomes official in subsequent events!
It was a pleasure to participate in this! and we’ll see in the next competition!
kisses
Belen Ibarra