Saturday July 6 was a beautiful day for a Canoe Race on the Nictaux Canal, and not wanting to miss this popular event nine teams were on the start line at the appointed hour.

The initial phase of the race, up the canal to the lake, proved to be a very challenging and strategic section as boats veeded for position and that all important side wave. The lead changed several times as one or another canoe was dropped in the narrow canal; dealing with boat and shore waves along with upstream paddling and all the tricks of the sport called for careful calculation and all the skill the teams had to muster.

Thanks to the Annapolis Valley Ground Search and Rescue, Debbie, John and Christine for a well organized and fun race.