May 2, 2024

Paddling for a cure

The waters of English Bay will be full of more paddlers than usual Sunday, and the more the merrier. Cancer survivor Matt Heemskerk knows how lonely it can become after being diagnosed. “(My cousin) had cancer when I first paddled and she lost her battle with cancer two years after,” Heemskerk said. “Then I was diagnosed with brain cancer in … [Read more...]

Try the latest water sports craze on your next trip: stand-up paddling

Have you seen those people that look like they're walking on water as they glide along on a big surfboard? Especially on calm water, stand-up paddling (SUP) is easy for beginners to try—plus it's a great workout for your legs and core. Look for lessons and paddle board rentals anywhere there's water, from lakes and bays to rivers and … [Read more...]