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Marathon canoe & kayak racing is alive and well. Our mandate is clear, to develop long distance racing in a sport that is rich in heritage and steeped in a tradition by those folks who forged our great country.

Some of the events are becoming legendary, like the La Classique International (1934 to present). Several provinces are members of Canoe Kayak Canada – Marathon under the executive, Marathon Canoe Racing Council. Provincial organizing bodies host events from B.C. to Nova Scotia on the beautiful lakes, rivers and streams. Events are quite often held on the early native and fur brigade waterways complete with portages. Read more...

Paddling Safety

Safety is one of those topics that need to be revisited on a regular basis.  Not only is safety a state of preparation and a habit (hopefully) but one of attitude and mental vigilance.  One must act safely and think safety. Read more...

Marathon Canoe Racing Executive

Chair Darryl Spencer Kamloops
Vice-Chair Risa Greenwood Victoria
Secretary Christopher Nicolson Kamloops
Treasurer Diana Thomson Lumby
Directors-at-Large Kim McKenzie Victoria
  Bob Woodman Vernon
  Ron Williams Victoria
  Dave Wallensteen Salmon Arm
Newsletter Faye Hallett Prince George

News/Updates

2009 Registration Form [ Word ]

Upcoming events schedule

2009 Marathon Canoe Races UPDATED

2008 Marathon Nationals Results

Shuswap River near Enderby
Shuswap River near Enderby

Contact: Darryl Spencer