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News Archives 2012

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Pacific Cup 2012

September 29 - 30, 2012

Whonnock Lake, Maple Ridge, British Columbia

Congratulations to the Burnaby Canoe And Kayak Club for winning the Pacific Cup. They had good competition against Gig Harbor, Seattle, Cascades, Nanaimo, Alberta, Kamloops, Fort Langley, Victoria, and our own Maple Ridge. We shall see you again next year!

Results - Races

News Articles:

 

 

BC Bantam, Novice, and Masters Championships

September 15-16, 2012

Long Lake, Nanaimo, British Columbia

Athletes from RCKC attending were (in order of appearance in the results sheet):

Congratulations to all for representing RCKC!

Results - Races from CanoeKayak BC

 

CanMas

August 26, 2012

Lake Banook, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

CanMas (Canadian Masters) is an event for competitors in the Masters age category (adults) from all across Canada. It is held on the Sunday following the competitions of the younger athletes.

Congratulations to Virginia Kuran for representing us at the event. She was the only Master from British Columbia, and the only Master from RCKC. Five Burgee Points were secured for us. :-)

CanoeKayak Canada:
Results - Races
Results - Burgee Points

CanoeKayak Masters Information

Lake Banook Information (this web site is the combined efforts of Banook Canoe Club, Mic Mac Amateur Aquatic Club, and Senobe Aquatic Club)

 

USA Canoe Kayak Sprint National Championships

August 23 - 26, 2012

Green Lake, Seattle, Washington, United States Of America

Representing Ridge were the following six athletes from the Bantam and Juvenile Age Categories:

Seattle Canoe And Kayak Club:
Results - By Race
Results - By Athlete's Name For Juniors
Results - By Athlete's Name For Masters

Seattle Canoe And Kayak Club Information

 

Canadian Canoe Kayak Sprint Nationals

August 22 - 25, 2012

Lake Banook, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia

Eleven of RCKC's athletes participated in the competition for the Junior and Master Age Categories. At Lake Banook, they were collecting autographs and taking photos with our Olympic heroes Adam van Koeverden, Mark Oldershaw, and Mark de Jong. Congratulations to the following athletes for representing Ridge:

Winning the GOLD was Brian Malfesi in the Mens Junior K1 500m and the Mens Junior K1 1000m.
Winning the SILVER was Brian Malfesi and Kenneth Muir in the Mens Junior K2 1000m.

From the Lake Banook web site:
Results - Day 1
Results - Day 2
Results - Day 3
Results - Day 4

Lake Banook Information (this web site is the combined efforts of Banook Canoe Club, Mic Mac Amateur Aquatic Club, Senobe Aquatic Club)

From the CanoeKayak Canada web site:
Results - Day 1
Results - Day 2
Results - Day 3
Results - Day 4
Results - Burgee Points (52 points in total. 49 from Mens Junior, 2 from Womens Junior, 1 from Womens Master)

CanoeKayak Canada Information

 

Sports And Recreation Exposition

August 19, 2012

Pitt Meadows Arena, Pitt Meadows, British Columbia

Along with more than 30 other organizations, RCKC took part in demonstrating sports to attendees of the 2nd Annual Sports and Recreation Expo.

Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Times Newspaper - Aug 21, 2012
(The 25th photo shows Vice Commodore Sherry Hunt describing canoeing, kayaking, and dragon boating to a family.)

City Of Pitt Meadows information

 

3rd Annual RCKC Triathlon

August 11, 2012

Whonnock Lake, Maple Ridge, British Columbia

Running, swimming, and paddling were the activities included in this fun triathlon for our young athletes. The group shot can be found on Facebook.

 

Brian Malfesi On CBC Radio

August 8, 2012

RCKC's competitive athlete, Brian Malfesi speaks in The Early Edition of CBC Radio with Stephen Quinn. To hear the interview, click on the CBC Player below, and slide the time to 2:18:21 for the kayaking introduction, and 2:19:57 for the interview (which finishes at 2:25:53).

CBC Player Past Episodes For Vancouver - Aug 8, 2012

CBC Radio

 

Lake Day At Whonnock Lake

August 7, 2012

In one of the photos taken at Whonnock Lake, one of our instructors, Sean McBeath, shows future canoeists how to paddle.

Maple Ridge Times Newspaper - Aug 7, 2012

 

Brian Malfesi On Maple Ridge News

August 2, 2012

A feature is available about Brian Malfesi in the Maple Ridge News newspaper. It includes his mini-biography, statistics, and thoughts on the Olympic games.

Maple Ridge News - Aug 2, 2012
Maple Ridge News, Mobile Edition - Aug 2, 2012

 

Ridge Invitational Was A Fun Event

August 4, 2012

Whonnock Lake, Maple Ridge, British Columbia

Many athletes from other clubs competed with RCKC at this fun regatta held annually. Some of the events included relays, knockouts, resistors, and chariot races.

 

BC Championships And National Qualifiers

July 28 - 29, 2012

Burnaby Lake, Burnaby, British Columbia

Individuals from Midget, Juvenile and Junior age classes were vying for an entry at the National Championships to be held in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. The 13 RCKC athletes who attended were:

CanoeKayak BC - Results (.xlsx)

CanoeKayak BC Event Information

 

Country Fest

July 27-29, 2012

Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows Agricultural Association Fairgrounds, Maple Ridge, British Columbia

An annual fair which showcases quality livestock, produce, home crafts, youth work and community life in general. RCKC volunteered at this fair by directing vehicles for parking and providing overnight security. Thank you to everyone who helped out!

Maple Ridge Fair Country Fest information

 

BC Summer Games

July 19 - 22, 2012

Pitt Meadows, British Columbia

Representing Zone 3 - Fraser Valley (with many of the athletes from RCKC) were:

Congratulations to our Gold, Silver, and Bronze winners, and especially to Julianna Won for winning three GOLD medals in the Womens K1 500m, K2 2000m, and the K2 500m events (K2's with Meghan Cheung of Langley), and Justin Won and Sebastian Sorescu in the Mens K2 500m.

BC Games - Results

BC Games Information

CanoeKayak BC web site:
Results - Day 1 (.xlsx)
Results - Day 2 - AM (.docx)
Results - Day 2 - PM (.docx)

CanoeKayak BC information

News articles:

 

BC Games Paddling Races Moved From Langley To Pitt Meadows

July 4, 2012

Here is an article in the Langley Advance newspaper noting that due to the floods, the canoe and kayak races had to be moved from the Bedford Channel in Fort Langley to the Alouette River in Pitt Meadows. The photo features Brian Malfesi from RCKC.

Langley Advance Newspaper - Jul 4, 2012

 

Canada Day Regatta

June 30 - July 2, 2012

Wascana Lake, Regina, Saskatchewan

Hosted by the Wascana Racing Canoe Club. Participating were:

Wascana Racing Canoe Club Event Information

CanoeKayak BC - Results (.xls)

CanoeKayak BC Event Information

 

National Sprint Team Trials #2

June 23 - 24, 2012

Olympic Basin, Montreal, Quebec

Participating in this event was Brian Malfesi.

CanoeKayak Canada:
Results - Day 1 (.pdf)
Results - Day 2 (.pdf)

CanoeKayak Canada Event Information

 

Rotary Duck Race Tickets and Sport Chek Discounts

June 24, 2012

The Second Annual Rotary Duck Race fundraiser for kids sports is coming on Aug 5. Only $10 a duck for your chance to win the grand prize of a new 2011 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4X4 from Maple Ridge Chrysler Jeep Dodge! Contact an executive of the club or Fred Won, the Treasurer to get yours.

As a member of RCKC, you can get discounts at Sport Chek. Just present a special card to the cashier. To get your card, contact Tom or Margaret Brent.

 

Team BC / Canada Games Training Squad Selection Trials

June 9-10, 2012

Took place in Shumway Lake, Kamloops, BC.

Athletes from RCKC who participated were:

Results from CanoeKayak BC.

Detailed information from CanoeKayak BC.

Salvation Army - The Amazing Adventure

June 9, 2012

To raise funds for kids camps, the Salvation Army held The Amazing Adventure race event. One of the race activities was to paddle canoes (courtesy of RCKC) at Whonnock Lake. Two of RCKC's athletes, Kathy Nay and Virginia Kuran, participated in this event.

Full article and photos in the Maple Ridge Times -Jun 12, 2012. Other articles in Jun 9, 2012, and in Jun 5, 2012.

Detailed information from Salvation Army - Maple Ridge.

Ted Houk Memorial Regatta

June 2-3, 2012

Took place in Green Lake, Seattle, WA.

Athletes from RCKC who participated were:

Results from Seattle Canoe And Kayak Club.

Detailed information from Seattle Canoe And Kayak Club.

 

BC School Dragonboat Championships

June 1, 2012

Took place in Burnaby Lake, Burnaby, BC.

Two crews were from Maple Ridge Secondary School.

News for this event is found in CanoeKayak BC's Facebook page and Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Times newspaper - Jun 12.

Detailed information from CanoeKayak BC.

 

Ridge Canoe And Kayak Club Open House

May 26, 2012

It was a day of fun for over 200 people! Thank you to everyone who attended!

 

Randy Kamp with Sean McBeath and Virginia Kuran Randy Kamp with Sean McBeath

Randy Kamp, MP, Pitt Meadows - Maple Ridge - Mission discusses Summer jobs for students at the Open House event and on his web site.

Also in attendance was Marc Dalton, MLA, Maple Ridge - Mission.

Full article and photos in the Maple Ridge Times - May 29, 2012

Here are some quotes from our event organizers:

The RCKC open house was an amazing success. Over 200 people came and paddled for free on Whonnock Lake. Every paddle, life jacket, kayak and canoe was out on the water in the afternoon. Our local MP Randy Kamp came and gave a speech about the partnership between the federal government and RCKC in providing two summer jobs for students. Mark Dalton our local MLA also came to the open house and took part by paddling. Mark spent a good two hours talking to our club members.

Sean McBeath organized the whole event and he did a great job! Paddle All participants also came and enjoyed our event. As always, many volunteers from RCKC came and made this event successful. The athletes were great representatives of our club with their friendly assistance to the people who attended. Many participants were very appreciative of this free event being offered to their family.

To all people who helped out at this event, a big thank you is deserved.

Virginia Kuran, Program Coordinator, RCKC

 

I just wanted to get in touch with everyone who came out to the Open House today and extend a huge ‘Thank You!’. From athlete to parents, everyone did an amazing job and made my day a lot easier. I think it’s safe to say the day was a success, with over 200 paddling participants, and it definitely could not have been done without all you volunteers! So again, thank you!

Sean McBeath, Coach, RCKC

 

Slawko Fedechko Season Opener

May 19-20, 2012

Took place in Maple Ridge, BC.

Congratulations to all of the athletes who participated in our seasons opener. Ridge won first place for club points, Gig Harbor second, and Kamloops third. Over 100 athletes came from Gig Harbor, Kamloops, Seattle, Nanaimo, Cascades, Victoria, Burnaby, Fort Langley, and Maple Ridge.

Race Results (PDF)

Photo Gallery     Slawko Fedechko Regatta 2012

More photos on our RCKC Facebook page - click on the photo album "May 20, 2012"

 

Sean McBeath Heads Up RCKC's PaddleAll Program

May 17, 2012

RCKC's PaddleAll coach appears in a full page article in the newspaper. It lists his accomplishments in the paddling community, the local community, and his career. He will be heading up RCKC's PaddleAll Program, which kicks off during the Open House on May 26.

Full article in the Maple Ridge Times - May 17.

 

Paddler’s Classic Long Distance Kayaking Race

May 12, 2012

Took place in Fort Langley, BC.

Out of the 31 athletes who attended, 14 were from RCKC. The races were 2km, 20km, and 6km. Our RCKC athletes were:

Ribbons were presented at the end.

Results from CanoeKayak BC

Detailed Information from CanoeKayak BC

Photos on RCKC Facebook page - click on the photo album "May 12, 2012"

Full articles from Langley Advance - May 22 and Maple Ridge Pitt Meadow Times - May 24

 

Coaching Instructor Positions Are Available

April 22, 2012

Although the deadline to apply has passed, we are still seeking Summer Program Instructors for an opportunity to work in a fun environment. See the descriptions below:

Senior Instructor

The Senior Instructor provides professional administrative support for club programming, promotes fun, supportive and well organized programs in a safe environment, supports teambuilding and fair play, and encourages all participants to achieve to the best of their ability. As a lead instructor team member, the responsibilities includes overseeing the daily operations and participating in speaking presentations. This position takes place May 7, 2012 to Aug 17, 2012. The deadline to apply is on Apr 20, 2012. For more details, refer to the job description for this position.

Summer Program Instructors (3)

The Summer Program Instructor provides professional administrative support for club programming, promotes fun, supportive and well organized programs in a safe environment, supports teambuilding and fair play, and encourages all participants to achieve to the best of their ability. Three positions are available taking place from Jun 18, 2012 to Aug 17, 2012. The deadline to apply is on Apr 20, 2012. For more details, refer to the job description for this position.

 

Eggatta - BC Long Distance Championships

April 14, 2012

Took place in Pitt Meadows, BC.

The marathon included the star performers from other clubs, and the PaddleAll paddlers. The ten RCKC athletes who attended were:

Everyone received Easter chocolates at the end!

Results from CanoeKayak BC

Detailed Information from CanoeKayak BC

Photos on CanoeKayak BC Facebook page

 

Bike Race Fundraiser - Phoenix Velo Training Group - Thunderbird Road Race Spring Series 8

April 14, 2012

Took place in Langley, BC.

Our RCKC athletes volunteered at the second of two bicycle races as a fundraiser to help buy new life jackets for the club. Thanks to Galen Kehler, this opportunity was made available to us.

Detailed Information from Phoenix Velo Training Group

 

Spring And Summer Season Begins

April 1, 2012

The new season of paddling begins. Be sure to register for your favourite program before the deadline date.

 

Bike Race Fundraiser - Phoenix Velo Training Group - Town Hall Spring Series 7

March 31, 2012

Took place in Mission, BC.

Our RCKC athletes volunteered at the first of two bicycle races as a fundraiser to help buy new life jackets for the club. Thanks to Galen Kehler, this opportunity was made available to us. The athletes were:

Detailed Information from Phoenix Velo Training Group

Photos on RCKC Facebook page - click on the "Photos" tab

 

Happy New Year

January 1, 2012

A new year, a new beginning. Be sure to let your coach know your goals for this year.

 

 

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