Saskatoon Marathon Canoeing
If you just want fun and exercise or if you want to train for the National Championships, Marathon Canoeing has something for everyone!
Fast, sleek and efficient, marathon canoes are a joy to paddle. Build your balance and endurance, perfect your paddling stroke, and learn the nuances of wash riding and race strategy. We have a core group of experienced paddlers who are happy to share their expertise with new members.
If you just want fun and exercise or if you want to train for the National Championships, Marathon Canoeing has something for everyone!
Fast, sleek and efficient, marathon canoes are a joy to paddle. Build your balance and endurance, perfect your paddling stroke, and learn the nuances of wash riding and race strategy. We have a core group of experienced paddlers who are happy to share their expertise with new members.
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We are a dedicated group of paddlers passionate about making canoes go fast!
Marathon paddling is a fantastic way to keep fit and refine your boat skills. We mostly paddle racing shells (pro-boats) which are sleek, efficient and tippy. If you are new to marathon we can start you out in a more stable Jensen canoe - but once you get the feel of a racing shell you will never want to go back to a recreational boat! We share a bay in the Victoria Boathouse with the Recreational Division of the Saskatoon Canoe Club. We have a good fleet of C2's and C1's and all the equipment you need to paddle them. Marathon members are a small but diverse group - we have people who come purely for the fitness and community, and those who are training for international events. Come join us - new paddlers are always welcome! |
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Saskatoon Canoe Club
The Saskatoon Canoe Club is a group of paddling enthusiasts of varying skill levels and interests. Members are involved in a variety of types of canoeing & kayaking from recreational and whitewater paddling to competitive marathon racing (us!). For more information about the club, and how to become a part of the SCC can be access through the SCC website at: saskatooncanoeclub.org
Saskatoon Canoe Club Membership Information and Forms
The Saskatoon Canoe Club is a group of paddling enthusiasts of varying skill levels and interests. Members are involved in a variety of types of canoeing & kayaking from recreational and whitewater paddling to competitive marathon racing (us!). For more information about the club, and how to become a part of the SCC can be access through the SCC website at: saskatooncanoeclub.org
Saskatoon Canoe Club Membership Information and Forms
Marathon Division Orientation
All club members must attend an orientation session before getting the door code
Facilities
Equipment
- New Marathon members are required to participate in a Group Paddle prior to using Marathon Equipment on their own
- Contact [email protected] for times
Facilities
- Keep our boathouse secure; do not share the code with non-members
- Public washrooms are located on the south side of the facility
- The training centre, showers, and weight rooms are not part of the Saskatoon Canoe Club
- Park in the Victoria Park lot; vehicle access to the water is reserved for loading and unloading boats only
Equipment
- If you are a Recreation member only, then you can only use Recreation equipment. Recreation boats are stored on the north side of the bay (on the right as you open the door).
- If you are a Marathon member only, then you can only use Marathon equipment. Marathon boats are stored on the south side of the bay (on the left as you open the door)
- If you are a Recreation/Marathon member, you can use all of the equipment
- Please hang up all lifejackets when you are done
- All boats need to have a PFD, paddle, and a whistle for each person; a bailer (if not intrinsic to the boat); and a throw bag
- Equipment is available for use on a first-come, first-served basis
- When returning equipment, please ensure that it is clean (see hose and sponges)
- If the canoe is to be taken overnight, it must be booked in advance with the Marathon Director according to the marathon boat reservation policy
- If equipment needs repair, contact the Marathon Director at: [email protected]
Location
The Marathon Division shares a bay with the Saskatoon Canoe Club and is based out of the Victoria Boathouse in Victoria Park.
The Marathon Division shares a bay with the Saskatoon Canoe Club and is based out of the Victoria Boathouse in Victoria Park.
