Paul Chivers recognized by Friends of La Vase Portages
Paul Chivers, well known in North Bay as an outstanding photographer and avid canoeist, it was Paul's efforts as part of the group "Restore The Link" in the 1990's that began the re-establishment of the historic canoe route.
Paul received Friends of La Vase Portages first ever award of appreciation.
fred mcnutt recognized as friends of la vase past chair
What began as an expected short term commitment grew to five years of being in the middle of issues challenging the protection and promotion of La Vase Portages.
From all of the past and present members of the Friends of La Vase Portages and indeed the community of North Bay, thank you Fred for all of your hard work and leadership as Chair.
north bay mattawa conservation authority receives donation
Past Chair Fred McNutt (left) and Chair Friends La Vase Portages John Wipprecht (right) present Troy Storms of the North Bay Mattawa Conservation Authority with a cheque for $7,000 to pay for survey costs to finalize the addition of a key piece of the historical trail to the Brandy Lake area.
Thank you to the NBMCA for all of their efforts to maintain and sign the CHRS portage route.
Thank you to the NBMCA for all of their efforts to maintain and sign the CHRS portage route.
twilight musical hosts for the evening
Local jazz band Twilight wanted to support the La Vase Portages and generously offered to donate their music for the evening. Great group of community minded musicians and everyone enjoyed their jazz standards and contemporary tunes.
great night out
A great mix of music, food & canoeing fellowship was enjoyed by everyone. In addition the the evening of jazz and a great meal prepared by the chefs at Best Western, several historical poetry readings were a highlight of the night.
thank you to our sponsors
A number of auction items were generously donated to the evening and helped raise over $2,000 during the evening. Thanks to Photo Metro, Lefebvres, North Bay Canoe & Kayak and Deegan's Antiques for their support of North Bay's historic Canadian Heritage River System - La Vase Portages.