y ale 32 -- PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, June 4, 1991 - Dynamic Duo paddle to over $5,000 in pledges It couldn't have been a better day. The sun shone brightly, the air was crisp and clear, a light breeze blew from the north and enthusiasm was high. " The twenty-third annual Canoe the Nonquon race and excursion got underway at 7:30 a.m. sharp, with about 60 competitors launching their canoes into the murky water under the bridge at the 10th Concession. Pi a abies " oc TH Adie Pian -- =f ) Although registrations were down this year, a total of over $7,500.00 in pledges were, - received from the participants. By far the largest contribution of this amount came from the "Just Ducky" class. Leading the way in the class was the 'dynamic duo' of Doreen Kendall and Bill Brock who managed to raise over $5,600 in pledges. This total almost doubled their pledges from a year earlier. Four canoes took part in the "Ducky Tour", and as they slid their canoes into the water, there was little doubt these participants would not set any records. In fact, it took close to an hour and a half for them to reach the 12th concession check point. But they, like all the contestants were having a good time, and even the keen competitors managed a smile Turn to Page 33 we se od hig REIT RI Pn Bill Brock afid Doreen Kendall on route along the Nonquon in the famous "Just Ducky". 3 Paula & Bill Lishman make use of an umbrella to help propel them down Lake Scugog. Lg fas eh. Cen 7 - Roz and John Wordley approach the finish line with Union Jacks stuck in their hat bands. : Gail Sheridan (front) and Heather Boyd dressed In early century swimming bathers to make the Nonquon trek. ---------------------------- Te --------