The 2026 Canada Cup, held August 15–16 on the Ottawa River and presented by Ottawa Kayak School at Wilderness Tours, brought together whitewater kayakers for a weekend of high-energy competition. The event featured boater cross on the legendary Lorne Rapid on Saturday, followed by a freestyle wave-surfing competition on Sunday. A major highlight was the […]
The 2026 Canada Cup Boater Cross brought high-speed whitewater action to the Ottawa River on August 15, with kayakers going head-to-head through the powerful and technical Lorne Rapid. Hosted by the Ottawa Kayak School at Wilderness Tours, the race tested competitors’ speed, boat control and ability to make split-second decisions while navigating one of the […]
Freestyle kayaking on the world-famous Garburator wave on the Ottawa River is an experience that combines power, precision, and adrenaline. Located on one of Canada’s premier whitewater rivers, the Garburator is a legendary feature that challenges both beginner and professional paddlers. This powerful dynamic wave allows paddlers to test their skills, throwing huge aerial tricks, […]
Freestyle kayaking at the Pushbutton feature on the Ottawa River is an exciting challenge that combines speed, precision, and creativity. Known for its powerful and dynamic whitewater, Pushbutton gives paddlers the opportunity to perform a variety of freestyle moves, including spins, loops, cartwheels, and aerial tricks. The feature demands quick reactions and precise boat control, […]
High winds along the river after a couple nasty days of stormy rainy weather. Monday cleared up and the sun came out after a rather dreary August long weekend. Not to many kite boarders out enjoying the heavy winds but those that did seemed to enjoy it.
I was invited to attend and enjoy the sights and sounds on the rodeo last evening in Beachburgh ON. A big thanks to my old friend Mark Munro who does event judging for the invite. Great opportunity to be up close to enjoy and capture all the action during the event. Bull riding, steer wrestling, […]