FOCUS - MAY 2017 35 The 49th annual Canoe the Nonquon is taking place on Saturday, June 3 in Port Perry. The race is sanctioned by the Ontario Marathon Canoe and Kayak Racing Association (OMCKRA) which was started in 1969 by the Lake Scugog Historical Society as a fundraiser for the Scugog Shores Museums. 48 years later we are still going strong. Over 40 volunteers help plan and organize the race each year. The course starts on the twisty Nonquon River. For the first few kilometers there are many tight bends to practice your rudder turns and some dead end channels along the river section (when in doubt keep right). There is 12 km of river paddling followed by an 8 km sprint along the shores of Lake Scugog to the finish line. Participants race the clock and can start anytime be- tween 8 - 10:30 a.m. on Saturday morning. This is a well- attended race with a long-standing history in the com- munity. Amateurs and professionals, young and old, may compete in a large number of competitive or recreational categories. Shuttle vans are available to take participants back to their cars upon concluding the race. REGISTRATION Latcham Centre, 121 Queen Street, Port Perry on Friday June 2 from 6-9 p.m. and Saturday June 3 from 7-10 a.m. All participants MUST bring a completed registration form and signed waiver to the Latcham Centre before pro- ceeding to the start line. Upon registration at the Latcham Centre you will receive your race number. You will not be permitted to start the race without this number. START LOCATION Bridge on Scugog Line 12, between Old Simcoe Road and Simcoe Road North near the village of Seagrave, 10 minutes north of Port Perry. FINISH LOCATION Robinglade Park (if canoeing river only) or public pier in Port Perry, at the Latcham Centre. Many local businesses have donated prizes for our Silent Auction, which will be open to all during registra- tion on Friday from 6 - 9 p.m., and Saturday from 7 a.m. - 2 p.m. Brock’s will once again be donating a gift card to the participant(s) who raises the most money. Come and support local heritage at our event. KawarthaOutfitters.ca has generously offered free ca- noe/kayak rentals for the race. Please call them directly to set up your paddle plans for the day at 1-647-282-7775. Canoe the Nonquon is the largest annual fundraiser for the Scugog Shores Museums. Minimum race entrance fee is $50, but all participants are encouraged to raise more money through sponsorship to support the Museum and Canoe the Nonquon as we approach our 50th year. For more information contact 905-985-8698 ext 103. Canoe, kayak or stand up paddleboard….. SATURDAY JUNE 3 THE 49TH ANNUAL