First Annual Eskasoni Paddling Festival
This weekend the first annual Eskasoni paddling festival took place. Athletes, spectators and paddling enthusiasts convened at Crane Cove in Eskasoni First Nation for a full weekend of paddling activities, races, yoga, and more.
Racing in Crane Cove.
Athletes Eric and Kaylei after their races.
The paddlers were treated with great hospitality and beautiful weather throughout. Events included a sunset paddle, racing, and more.
The winners for races:
Youth female: Kaylei Denny
Youth male: Eric “Dante” Stevens
Senior Male (8 km): Alex Canning, Banook
Senior Female (8 km): Alexa Irvin, Maskwa
Open SUP (8km): Peter Korisanszky, Banook
Thumbs up from youth competitors Tacoma and Julia.
Krystall MacLeod from Breathing Space Cape Breton hosted a Yoga workout for all participants.
A special thanks to all the wonderful partners, supporters, paddlers, and volunteers. We look forward to many more exciting paddling opportunities in beautiful Crane Cove, Eskasoni.
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