September Newsletter: Mark Your Calendar New Fleet Additions We extend our gratitude to the Fleet Committee for their outstanding fundraising efforts over the past year. Achievements were celebrated with the christening of seven new boats added to our boathouse. The members include Gord Barr, Pearl Schachter, Joanne Ryks, Jack Wilhelm, Nancy Kielar, Michele Richardson, andContinue reading “September Newsletter”
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National Coaches Week
National Coaches Week Dear GRC Members, This week, September 15–21, 2025, is National Coaches Week, a time to recognize and celebrate the incredible coaches who dedicate their time and energy to our sport. At the Guelph Rowing Club, our coaches do more than teach rowing skills. They inspire confidence, build teamwork, and create a welcoming environment forContinue reading “National Coaches Week”
August Newsletter
Mark Your Calendar: Call for Volunteers – Guelph Invite Regatta The Gryphon Rowing team is hosting their Guelph Invite Regatta on September 20. The regatta is organized and run by coaches and the support of volunteers. The team is looking for volunteers to help throughout the day. The volunteer positions will be divided into 4Continue reading “August Newsletter”
July Newsletter
Mark Your Calendar: GRC Welcomes New Summer Coaches We’re excited to welcome our summer coaching team to the Guelph Rowing Club! Erum Khan, Molly Bain, Sasha Maksym, Ceilidh Aho, and Meghan Harris; your energy and leadership are key to a great season. Thank you for your commitment to our rowers and the sport. Here’s toContinue reading “July Newsletter”
May Newsletter
Contents: Mark Your Calendar: May 24th – London Invitational Regatta May 30th-June 1st – CSSRA Regatta June 7th – Work Party and Social June 21st – Trillium Grant Celebration Event WARM WATER RULES The water temperature is now measuring 17 degrees – warm water rules are in effect The latest temperature of Guelph Lake isContinue reading “May Newsletter”
March Newsletter
Mark Your Calendar Call for Coach Boat Drivers Coach boat drivers are an asset to coaches and another way to give back to the club. If you are interested in driving a coach boat at the club, now is a great time to get your mandatory Pleasure Craft Operator License. The test can be taken online.As theContinue reading “March Newsletter”
GRC awarded 2024 Row Ontario Club of the Year
We are beyond thrilled to share that the Guelph Rowing Club has been awarded the Row Ontario Club of the Year! Read the official announcement here. This achievement is a testament to each and every one of you—our passionate rowers, dedicated volunteers, incredible coaches, diligent committee members, hardworking Club Manager, and committed Board of Directors. You are what makes GRC theContinue reading “GRC awarded 2024 Row Ontario Club of the Year”
February Newsletter
Contents Mark Your Calendar GRC MISSION AND VISION WE WANT MEMBERSHIP FEEDBACK We’re excited to share that the Guelph Rowing Club is actively working on our Strategic Plan! The next step in our process is to evaluate our Vision and Mission Statements. We want to ensure they are representative of our club, its goals, andContinue reading “February Newsletter”
Celebrate Incredible Coach Impact
This week is all about recognizing the incredible impact coaches have on and off the water. Guelph Rowing Club is excited to join in celebrating National Coaching Week—a time to acknowledge the dedication, knowledge, and passion that our coaches bring to the sport. Whether they’re teaching technical skills, fostering personal growth, or inspiring teamwork, ourContinue reading “Celebrate Incredible Coach Impact”
GRCA Health Advisory
The GRCA has informed us that blue-green algae has been detected in the area of the dam at Guelph Lake. At this time, the bloom has not been observed in other areas of the park, but we advise caution. Health Advisory: Avoid contact with the water or breathing in tiny water droplets if you suspect the presence ofContinue reading “GRCA Health Advisory”
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