11/7/11 - 2012 MCRA Board of Directors -
Rebecca Barton, Bob Bradford, Tom Cannon, Jason Hatfield, Rick Joy, Cheryl Lucey, Tim McClure, Pete Mead, Todd, VanDeVen, Dwight Walker, Lynne Witte.
Annual Board Planning Session is Sunday, December 4 at Bob and Janet Bradford's near Lapeer. Tentative start 10 a.m.
10/16/11 - MCRA ByLaws, Article IV, Section A. The officers shall be elected annually by an official ballot mailed to each member who has paid dues by August 1 of that year. The ballot will then be returned to a designated person before a designated deadline. The results will be announced at the fall meeting. All elected Board members must be legal Michigan residents and members of the Michigan Canoe Racing Association.
Please download the MCRA Board Selection ballot and return it to Jerry LaMotte postmarked by October 25, 2011. MCRA 2012 Board Ballot (PDF Format).
10/10/11 - Todd Ellison dies in boating accident. Here are more details from Zach Handler.
10/2/11 - The Paradise Tahquamenon Wilderness Canoe Race results are posted.
9/24/11 - Dear MCRA family,
It is with sadness I share the following news with you.
Matthew James Curley, of Oscoda, passed away on Thursday September 22, 2011 in Oscoda, age 24. Matthew was born on June 25, 1987 in Tawas City to Kevin J. and Kimberley L. (nee Thomas) Curley. He attended Oscoda Schools, and will be always remembered for his love and passion for sports and a wide variety of outdoor activities, most specifically wrestling, hunting, boating, motorcycles, camping, bowling, and snowmobiling. Matthew is now survived by his loving mother, Kimberley Curley of Oscoda; 2 sisters, Jill (Dave) Lutz of Ferndale, Michigan, and Stephanie Curley of Ladson, South Carolina; his maternal grandparents, Mabel and Dave Thomas of Oscoda; niece and nephew, Audriana Curley and Landon Lutz, several aunts, uncles, cousins, and many dear friends. Matthew is preceded in death by his father, Kevin James Curley in 2003, and his paternal grandparents, Delbert and Jeanne Curley. Funeral services are scheduled for Tuesday September 27, 2011 at 1:00 PM at Trinity Lutheran in Oscoda. His family will welcome friends at Trinity Lutheran Church in Oscoda, MI from 10:00 AM until the time of the funeral service. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. An on line guest registry is available at www.bureshfuneralhomes.com. Funeral arrangements are by the Buresh Funeral Home in Oscoda.
There is an online guestbook, if you are interested in sending messages to Matthew's family.
-Lynne Witte, MCRA President
9/21/11 - Please submit your name to Lynne Witte ( lynnewitte@juno.com) by Friday, Sept. 23 if you are interested in being a part of the 2012 MCRA Board. The Board meets annual the first weekend (normally Sunday) of December and again at the Klondike in March. Other off season communication can be done through emails or phone conversations. You would be expected to be available at our races, if Board decisions/actions are needed. Thank you for considering to work to promote canoe racing in Michigan.
MCRA Bylaws - Selection of Board
The officers shall be elected annually by an official ballot mailed to
each member who has paid dues by August 1 of that year. The ballot will then be returned to a designated person before a designated deadline. The results will be announced at the fall meeting. All elected Board members must be legal Michigan residents and members of the Michigan Canoe Racing Association.
9/16/11 - MCRA Banquet - Please plan on joining the MCRA Family and celebrate the 2011 racing season at the end of the year Awards Banquet in Paradise on Saturday. The banquet is at the Community Center between Paradise and the finish line with dinner starting at 6:00, doors opening earlier for your convenience. Following dinner will be awards: top paddlers (special awards designed by Angela Rimer), most improved, recognition of rookie paddlers, recognition of 2011 race directors, and more. Fellowship at the Yukon Inn will follow awards, which should conclude no later then 8:30. Please plan on attending as it is important to celebrate the season's racing accomplishments and give recognition and thanks to the Paradise race organizers and volunteers as well as all the people who have worked very hard to make this season a success. Support the MCRA, come have fun, and we'll see you Saturday at the banquet!
9/2/11 - The MCRA Awards Banquet and Paradise Tahquamenon Wilderness Canoe Race info is posted. Paradise Race Committee is in need a someone to time the C-2 and C-1 races Sat. Sept. 17. It can be the same indivudal or seperate for the races. Your help is appreciated. Please email Lynne at miracing.com
9/2/11 - The Final 2011 MCRA Points are now posted..
9/2/11 - The Mio "First Dam" Race results are posted.
8/30/11 - Annual Award Nominations Are Open.
Please submit the name and an explanation for nomination to Lynne through mcra@miracing.com
Please submit nominations by Sept. 5th.
Bow Award (Something positive to canoe racing)
Stern Award (Something unique while paddling/at a race)
Most Improved Paddler (Expert 1) (Expert 2)
Harry Curley Award (Race Director/Committee)
Bank Runners Award (Outstanding Support Crew)
8/28/11 - Grant Tally is doing fine and recovering at St. Mary's Hospital, Saginaw and is expected to go home soon. Here's to a quick and speedy recovery.
8/24/11 - The August MCRA Newsletter is
now posted.
8/17/11 - Congratulations and thank you to all of the MCRA paddlers and families who competed and participated at the Newaygo Nationals. If you check the Newaygo Nationals site you will see a complete listing of the results.
Thank you to the Powers Outdoor and Newaygo National Committee for the outstanding job hosting and facilitating the Nationals.
Congratulations to Janet and Bob Bradford for receiving USCA Paddlers of the Year for their awesome and generous efforts to bring everyone together for their annual spaghetti dinners during nationals, for their enthusiasm for promoting nationals' competition and hospitality.
- Lynne Witte, MCRA President
8/8/11 - Attention: All MCRA annual award winners who have a trophy, please bring it to the Mio race and return to Bob Bradford or Lynne Witte.
7/26/11 - The Spikes Challenge Race results are posted.
7/22/11 - Be sure to order your special edition MCRA 2011 Nationals Shirt!! Check out the shirts here. Deadline is Sunday July 24th. Email or Call Angela Rimer to order: angmcc10@yahoo.com / 989-390-4492
7/22/11 - A list of current MCRA Members (PDF
Document) for the 2011 season. Have you sent in your 2011 Membership dues yet?
7/21/11 - The Curley Memorial Canoe Race, Oscoda results are posted.
7/11/11 - The Spicy Bob's Canoe Challenge, Traverse City results are posted.
7/11/11 - The current MCRA Points are now posted..
7/8/11 - The Force One Challenge is scheduled for Labor Day weekend. It is a self supported C1 race from Grayling to Oscoda. If you are interested and would like more information contact Hank Feldhauser - therippleaffect82@yahoo.com
6/27/11 - Updated: The Schafer Chevrolet Canoe Challenge, Midland results are posted.
6/27/11 - A list of current MCRA Members (PDF
Document) for the 2011 season. Have you sent in your 2011 Membership dues yet?
6/22/11 - Updated: The Power Paddle, Newaygo results are posted.
6/13/11 - The 4th Annual Huron River Canoe Challenge , Ann Arbor results are posted.
6/7/11 - The June MCRA Newsletter is
now posted.
6/7/11 - The current MCRA Points are now posted..
6/6/11 - The The Black River Canoe Race, Port Huron results are posted.
6/3/11 - The Newaygo Nationals Committee is looking for volunteers for Powers Outdoor Newaygo MCRA Race and the USCA Nationals. Please contact Gabe Slominski gabriel@powersoutdoors.com if you are interested.
5/26/11 - The The Dexter - Huron River Canoe Race results are posted.
5/20/11 - The The Dexter - Huron River Canoe Race information has been updated with important C2 Expert II and C1 course and start time changes.
5/18/11 - The 10th Annual Onaway Pro Race results are posted. Be sure to check out the current MCRA Points too.
5/12/11 - The May MCRA Newsletter is
now posted.
5/9/11 - The 29th Annual Roscommon Canoe Classic results are posted.
5/9/11 - The 10th Annual Onaway Pro Race information in available on the race schedule page.
5/04/11 - A list of current MCRA Members (PDF
Document) for the 2011 season. Have you sent in your 2011 Membership dues yet?
4/25/11 - The Grand Ledge Canoe Race results are posted.
4/14/11 - The April MCRA Newsletter is
now posted.
4/12/11 - A note from Mike Taylor - There has been a park bench placed at Huron Meadows Metro Park (Brighton, MI) in memory of Bill Schmitz. It is located at the Canoe Launch right on the river. It was anonymously donated.
4/12/11 - It's time for the first points race of the season! The Grand Ledge Canoe Race information is available on the Race Schedule page.
4/4/11 - Bill Fick's mother passed away Saturday, April 2. Bill was a board member and race director of the MCRA for over 15 years.
3/28/11 - The Klonkdike Canoe and Run/Walk results are posted.
3/23/11 - Are you ready for some Paddling!!! It's Klondike time!!
The Klondike Canoe
Race information
is available on the Race
Schedule page. There will also be a MCRA general meeting after the
race and before the awards at the Au Sable Inn. (@2:30pm).
2/2/11 - The 2011 MCRA Race Schedule is now posted.
2/2/11 - Updated MCRA By-laws, MCRA Race Rules, and MCRA Race Handbook (all PDF Documents) are now posted. See below.
11/23/10 - 2011 MCRA Board of Directors Meeting. Dec. 5 10:00 a.m; Bob Bradford's - Lapeer. Send agenda items to lynnewitte@juno.com
10/14/10 - Congratulations 2011 MCRA Board.
Rebecca Barton, Bob Bradford, Tom Cannon, Eric Dittenber, Tad Hill, Rick Joy, Cheryl Lucey, Dave Teddy, Todd VanDeVen, Dwight Walker, Lynne Witte
Thank you to John Hollands, Jeff Caryl, and Dave Hallman for offering to be a part of the MCRA Board. There is still a place for you to help out canoe racing.
Thank you to Jerry LaMotte for tallying the ballots.
Thank you to everyone who voted!
10/11/10 - Passing of Michael Burklund, son of MCRA member Donald Burklund. More details can be found on the following page.
9/30/10 - All MCRA 2010 members have been mailed a ballot to select 2011 board members. The ballots are to be returned by October 7 to Jerry LaMotte.
9/24/10 - Hank Feldhauser is asking for input on a C-1 race on the Au Sable. Read his message here.
9/20/10 -
Just a Reminder. The top paddlers received sweatshirts at the awards banquet, but due to time constraints they weren't able to be personalized in time for the banquet. An announcement was made to this affect at the time they were presented, but only a few were returned by the end of the banquet. If you would like yours personalized please get it to Angela Rimer at your soonest opportunity. If you won't be able to get it to her in the near future please email her so she knows to expect it at a later date. Please email Angela to make arrangements to drop off your sweatshirt. angmcc10@yahoo.com
9/16/10 - Congratulations MCRA Award Recipients
We congratulate all of the 2010 MCRA paddlers, support crews, and race directors. We had a very successful season because of everyone's input and participation. Thank you!
Fledgling Point Champions - Mallory Ornatowski & Sebastion Carpenter
Junior Point Champions - Dallas Johnson
Expert 2 Point Champion - Ryan Bennett
Expert 2 Rookies - Dave & Joe Somero
Expert Point Champion - Andy Triebold
Expert Most Improved - Paul VanNuck
Expert Rookies - Mike Davis & Ryan Foguth
C-1 State Championship Race Champion (Ann Arbor Course) - Andy Triebold
C-1 Point Champion - Russ Reker
Bow Award - Bill Schmitz
Stern Award - Greg Nelson
Bank Runners - Chad & Owen Cannon
Harry Curley Award ( Race Directors) - John & Cheryl Lucey - Spikes Challenge
President's Award - Penrod's Canoe Livery - Thanks for allowing paddlers to use your facilities all year long
9/14/10 - The MCRA 2010 Final Points are posted.
9/14/10 - The Paradise Tahquamenon Wilderness Canoe Race 2010 results are posted.
9/9/10 - All MCRA paddlers, race directors, and families are invited to a year ending celebration Yooper style. There is a light dinner being served 6:00 p.m. (come a bit later if you need time after the race) at the Paradise Community Center for $5.00 per person and kids eat free. Maps will be available at the race site. Following the Paradise race awards will be the MCRA annual awards to paddlers, directors, and bank runners. Everyone is invited to the Yukon Inn later Saturday evening for a kayak raffle and fun. Paradise crew has some Yooper surprises in store for all of us.
9/6/10 - The MCRA Points are posted through Mio.
9/6/10 - Anyone who is a current MCRA member is eligible to run for the 2011 MCRA Board of Directors. Please submit your name to Lynne Witte, President. If you cannot email by Thursday evening, please call 586-201-5695. Feel free to leave a message with your name and phone number. All names need to be emailed to lynnewitte@juno.com by Thursday, September 9 by 9:00 p.m. for your name to be placed on the ballot.
9/6/10 - The MCRA End of Year Get Together will be at Paradise following the canoe races Saturday, Sept. 11 at the Paradise Community Center. All current MCRA Race Directors and MCRA youth are invited to be our guests at no charge to you.. Nominal fee to the adults. Following a lite dinner, prepared by a cater from Paradise, you are invited to the Yukon Inn. Invite your paddling friends, families, and race sponsors.
8/31/10 - The MCRA Board would like to collect input for the following MCRA Awards. Only one vote per MCRA member please. Enter your vote here.
8/30/10 - The Mio "First Dam" Race results are posted.
8/24/10 - A memorial service for Bill Schmitz is planned for September 19th from 1-5 at Kensington Metropark - West Boat Launch 'P'. We would love to have a memorial paddle take place around 4:30. If you have any questions or would like to speak at the service please email ashlyn.schmitz@gmail.com or call 248-921-0081. We would also enjoy any pictures you may have of our dad from throughout the years. Thank you for all your kind words and prayers. The Schmitz Family
8/17/10 - From the family of Richard Kent: Thank you for your thoughtfulness in sending the beautiful plant and generous donation in Rich's honor. Thank you also to those who were able to attend and for the many cards received. Your kind words and support were greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Patsy, Kandi, Jason & Family
8/13/10 - Nominations for the Annual MCRA Awards are now being accepted. Please submit your nominations and a short explanation to mcra@miracing.com or lynnewitte@juno.com before September 1. Awards to consider are: Bow Award (Positive contribution to Michigan canoe racing), Stern Award (Oops situation), Adams Improvement (Most Improved Paddler), Bank Runners Award , Harry Curley (Race Director/Sponsor).
8/8/10 - Please return all MCRA Awards to Bob Bradford. Bob will be at Nationals and Mio. Please make arrangements to get them to him if you won't be at these events. This years MCRA Awards will be presented at the Tahquamenon Wilderness Canoe Race, Paradise.
8/8/10 - A memorial for Bill Schmitz is being planned by his family. It will be held at Kensinngton Metropark. It will be after Labor Day. Details will follow.
8/3/10 - The 2010 MCRA Canoers Memorial Monument Induction Ceremony will be held September 26, 2010, 2:00 p.m. at the Monument. More information can be found on the Monument page.
7/28/10 - As you may know Bill Schmitz passed away yesterday morning. He had requested that he be cremated and have his ashes spread on his U.P. property. Please keep Bill and his loved ones in your thoughts and prayers.
7/27/10 - Another sad day for Michigan paddling. Bill Schmitz has passed away. More details to follow.
7/20/10 - The Spikes Challenge Race results are posted.
7/12/10 - Check out Rebecca Barton's article about marathon canoe racing in the July 2010 print edition of Outdoor Athlete, as well as their website http://www.outdoorathlete.com/oa/article.htm?news=323
7/12/10 - The Curley Memorial results are posted.
7/8/10 - Some sad news. Rich Kent has passed away. His funeral is being handled by Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral home in Traverse City,
(305 6th Street). Visitation is from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. on Sunday. Funeral is at 11 a.m. on Monday at the Reform Church on Front Street . Our thoughts and prayers are with Patsy, Jason, Candy, and family.
7/7/10 - The Curley Memorial information in available on the race schedule page.
7/5/10 - The Traverse City Canoe Race results are posted.
6/28/10 - The MCRA Points are posted through the Huron River Challenge, Ann Arbor.
6/20/10 - The Huron River Canoe Challenge results are posted.
6/18/10 - To maintain Michigan Canoe Racing Association high level of expertise and sportsmanship, the MCRA Board of Directors has added the following amendment to the MCRA Race Rules. This statement is effective immediately.
"Any paddler that does not complete the designated race course will receive automatic disqualification from the race. The infraction is reviewable by the Michigan Canoe Racing Association Board of Directors."
6/16/10 - The Huron River Canoe Challenge information in available on the race schedule page.
6/14/10 - The
Power Paddle, Newaygo, MI results are posted.
6/9/10 - The June MCRA Newsletter is
now posted.
6/7/10 - The
Black River Canoe & Kayak Race, Port Huron, MI results are posted.
6/4/10 - A letter from the Shelterhouse of Midland to Steve Bis and the MCRA.
6/2/10 - The
Black River Canoe & Kayak Race, Port Huron, MI information in available on the race schedule page.
5/26/10 - The 9th Annual Onaway Pro Race results are posted.
5/24/10 - The Michigan Canoe Racing Association raised $1046 towards the Shelterhouse of Midland. The money was raised with entry fees and fees for lunch after the race. The weather turned out to be fantastic and the racers came in numbers. The C-2 race had 44 boats participate and the C-1 had 35 boats participate. I want to thank all those that helped out and especially TIC of Midland for sponsoring this years event and also to my family for everything they did to help me put this race on. - Steve Bis.
5/24/10 - The
TIC Race for Shelter, Midland MI results are posted.
5/20/10 - The
TIC Race for Shelter, Midland MI information in available on the race schedule page.
5/12/10 - The 9th Annual Onaway Pro Race information in available on the race schedule page.
5/2/10 - The 28th Annual Roscommon Canoe Classic results are posted.
4/28/10 - The 28th Annual Roscommon Canoe Classic information in available on the race schedule page.
4/18/10 - The Schafer Chevrolet Grand Ledge Canoe Race results are posted.
4/15/10 - Special Fundraising Event: April 28th: ZUMBA for the Roscommon Canoe Race Association
4/7/10 - It's the first Points Race of the season. The Schafer Chevrolet Grand Ledge Canoe Race information is posted.
3/28/10 - The Klonkdike Canoe Race results are posted.
3/24/10 - Paddles Up!! It's time for the Klonkdike! Also the MCRA Annual Meeting. Be sure to check out the newly updated MCRA Race Handbook too.
3/16/10 - The March MCRA Newsletter is
now posted.
1/11/10 - Mark your calendars! USCA Nationals Championships 2011 will be held on the Muskegeon River in Newaygo. Stay tuned there will be many exciting changes to the venue. In other news from the USCA meeting our own Dwight Walker was elected USCA Vice President.
1/4/10 - Jerry Lamotte of Grayling, paddler and most often known for all the work with the AuSable Marathon. He is the Chief of the Paddler Check-In. Jerry will undergo surgery for cancer on January 6. They ask for your prayers and thoughts.
1/4/10 - The 2010 MCRA Race Schedule is now posted.
1/4/10 - A few updates from the fall MCRA Board of Directors meeting.
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MCRA Paddlers' Points for the 2010 racing season will be calculated using 100 to first place. Every paddler will have one race drop. This is for all MCRA sanctioned classes.
- All participants in 2010 MUST be paid MCRA members to receive points or awards. With the exception of the Spikes race both paddlers in the canoe must be current MCRA members. There will no longer be a one day(weekend) race MCRA fee. All paddlers will pay the year fee. So register early and avoid the $15 late fee.
- Paddlers in the Spikes race do not need to be MCRA paddlers to receive prizes and points.
- All MCRA racing canoes need to have obtained a number or specification from Tom Cannon.
9/16/09 - The Tahquamenon Wilderness Canoe Race, Paradise results are posted.
9/13/09 - The MCRA Board is collecting input for the Annual MCRA Awards. Vote for your favorite paddler.
8/30/09 - It's a Luau! Don't forget to RSVP for the MCRA Annual Awards Dinner and Dance on September 26,2009. More details here.
8/30/09 - The Mio "First Dam" Race results are posted.
11/9/09 - 2010 MCRA Board of Directors will be meeting Sunday, December 6 at 10:00 a.m. in Lapeer. If any MCRA member has concerns to be submitted to the agenda, please send them to lynnewitte@juno.com
10/26/09 - 2010 MCRA Board: Rebecca Barton, Bob Bradford, Tom Cannon, Dave Hallman, Tad Hill, Rick Joy, Cheryl Lucey, Dave Teddy, Todd VanDeVen, Dwight Walker, Lynne Witte
Thanks to all of you who placed your name on the ballot. If you were not selected, rest assured the MCRA can use your input as you see fit. The Annual Planning Meeting is the first weekend in December. Bob Bradford offered his home for the meeting.
10/7/09 - The MCRA Final Points 2009 and Awards are posted. Congratulations to all paddlers and supporters on a great season.
9/16/09 - The Tahquamenon Wilderness Canoe Race, Paradise results are posted.
9/13/09 - The MCRA Board is collecting input for the Annual MCRA Awards. Vote for your favorite paddler.
8/30/09 - It's a Luau! Don't forget to RSVP for the MCRA Annual Awards Dinner and Dance on September 26,2009. More details here.
8/30/09 - The Mio "First Dam" Race results are posted.
8/25/09 - Nominations for the Annual MCRA Awards are now being accepted. Please submit your nominations and a short explanation to mcra@miracing.com or lynnewitte@juno.com before September 1. Awards to consider are: Bow Award (Positive contribution to Michigan canoe racing), Stern Award (Oops situation), Adams Improvement (Most Improved Paddler), Bank Runners Award , Harry Curley (Race Director/Sponsor). Online voting will be available after September 1.
8/25/09 - Nominations for 2010 MCRA Board of Directors - Do you want to assist and facilitate race directors and paddlers to strengthen and grow our awesome sport of canoe racing in Michigan? Send your name to be placed on the ballot to lynnewitte@juno.com.
8/13/09 - The 2009 MCRA Canoers Memorial Monument Induction Ceremony will be held September 27, 2009, 2:00 p.m. More information is available on the Monument page
8/13/09 - The August MCRA Newsletter is
now posted.
8/6/09 - The MCRA Points are posted through Spikes.
7/22/09 - Support crews needed for out of town Marathon teams (Belize, Quebec). If you'd like to help please contact John Chevron at the Marathon office (989-348-4425). Good Luck Marathon Paddlers!!!
7/20/09 - The Spikes Challenge Race, Grayling results are posted.
7/12/09 - The Curley Memorial Canoe Race, Oscoda results are posted.
7/6/09 - The Outback Steakhouse Canoe Race, Traverse City results are posted.
6/28/09 - Race information for Traverse City, Curley Memorial, and Spikes is available on the Race Schedule page.
6/22/09 - The Huron River Canoe Challenge, Ann Arbor results are posted.
6/16/09 - The June MCRA Newsletter is
now posted. If anyone has ideas for the newsletter please contact:
Cheryl Lucey, jclucey@i2k.com, 989-348-0148.
6/15/09 - The Huron River Canoe Challenge, Ann Arbor this Saturday will feature a special Adult - Mentor Race. This is an outstanding opportunity to paddle with an expert paddler. Kids, bring your friends and signup to race a short race with an adult paddler. There will be a sign up sheet at the registration table.
6/3/09 - This month's Paddler Profile is Pete Mead. The Paddler Profile is created by Carol Bennett.
6/2/09 - The MCRA Points are posted through Midland.
6/2/09 - The Black River Canoe Race, Port Huron information
is available on the Race
Schedule page.
5/31/09 - The Gulf States Incorporated Canoe Challenge, Midland results are posted.
5/23/09 - The The 8th Annual Onaway Pro Race results are posted.
5/8/09 - The May MCRA Newsletter is
now posted.
5/7/09 - The The 8th Annual Onaway Pro Race information
is available on the Race
Schedule page.
5/3/09 - The Roscommon Canoe Classic results are posted.
4/30/09 - The Roscommon Canoe Classic information
is available on the Race
Schedule page.
4/26/09 - This month's Paddler Profile is Ryan Bennett. The Paddler Profile is created by Carol Bennett.
4/19/09 - The Grand Ledge Canoe
Race results are posted.
4/12/09 - The Grand Ledge Canoe
Race information
is available on the Race
Schedule page.
Updated - Map to Jaycee Park
3/29/09 - The Klondike Canoe
Race results are posted.
3/26/09 - Those paddlers who received 2008 Race Bucks at the Awards Presentation in Grayling, please use them for your 2009 membership dues. This is to enable our treasurer, Rebecca to faciliate the records and to enable the race communities smooth registrations. If you have any questions, please contact one of the MCRA Board members. We can help you out. - Lynne
3/24/09 - Are you ready for some Paddling!!! It's Klondike time!!
The Klondike Canoe
Race information
is available on the Race
Schedule page. There will also be a MCRA general meeting after the
race and before the awards at the Au Sable Inn. (@3:00pm).
3/23/09 - The March MCRA Newsletter is
now posted. If anyone has ideas for the newsletter please contact:
Cheryl Lucey, jclucey@i2k.com, 989-348-0148.
2/19/09 - This month's Paddler Profile is Lynne Witte. The Paddler Profile is created by Carol Bennett. If you have ideas for the MCRA web site please contact us - mcra@miracing.com
2/4/09 - Here is some sad news for those of us who kew long time canoer Chuck Weis. Please share with fellow paddlers. - Lynne. More information is available here.
1/28/09 - The 2009 MCRA Race Schedule is now posted
1/4/09 - This month's Paddler Profile is Steve Corlew. The Paddler Profile is created by Carol Bennett. If you have ideas for the MCRA web site please contact us - mcra@miracing.com
The MCRA Web Site is a work in progress. Don't hesitate
to send us feedback on the new site at our email address mcra@miracing.com or
Webmaster Doug Heady dheady@gmail.com
