On Sunday afternoon - we had a great paddle.

Keng, Gerard, Teresa, Stephen M., Tzhe, Barbara, Steven W., Rita, Joe and myself showed up to paddle, Deb steered.  We went all the way to Cambie St. Bridge - with a short rest to simulate Ernest jumping out of the boat on the beach to grab a traffic cone, then jump back in the boat - then we paddled back to Dragon Zone - all to do a dry run for UBC Day of the Long Boat - about 1500m. 

Coming back to the dock, we found Pirates paddlers Ian and Cory - who had just finished attending "Body Worlds 3" at Science World - stepping onto an Aquabus.  They asked us for a ride to Granville Island (of course we made them paddle), and Dan joined us too!

Again - we paddled all the way to Cambie St. Bridge, paused for a short rest to simulate Ernest hopping out to grab a traffic cone.  Then we paddled all the way to Granville Island.  We made good time with only 13 paddlers.  We are doing a longer stroke with a "kick" before the exit.  Excellent for creating a glide.  These paddlers are going to take it up to the next level for a strong foundation for next year's team!

And then Deb and I hopped back over the The Word on The Street - to check out the displays, say hi to friends, and buy some great books!