Lachine Regatta Results and Recap!

Congratulations to our ORC athletes who competed at the Lachine Regatta last weekend! It marked a great start to the season especially considering the limited time that we’ve had on the water!

Come Try Rowing Day Recap!

Big thanks to the ORC community for bringing out their family and friends to participate in Come Try Rowing Day last weekend! We hope everyone enjoyed their time! Check out some of the action below courtesy of Masters Rower, Roberta Gal!

Rowing Updates!

Cold Water Rules Over

With the water above 10 degrees again the Club has put away the cold water flag and rowers are now permitted to row past the Gatineau River and take their boats out without motor boat supervision. Please keep in mind that the water is still cold and that buddy rowing is still highly recommended. 

2023 Traffic Patterns

A reminder that all ORC crews, regardless of program, are expected to stop as they approach the mouth of the Gatineau River BEFORE they cross the intersecting waterway. This is a safety practice implemented to protect rowers and boats alike. 

Discover Rowing Day Camp

Does your child want to get into rowing? Discover Rowing Day Camp is the perfect way to get them started, from learning the basics of rowing, to boat maintenance and more, in addition to fun indoor and outdoor activities daily! For those with experience, it’s a great way to hone your skills! 

No experience, necessary, ages 12 to 17. Week long camps start in July! Sign up for Discover Rowing Day Camp using the button below! 

Chaos Regatta Returns in 2023!

The Chaos Regatta is returning this year after its successful launch in 2022! The Chaos Regatta is an ORC regatta for all programs, built with the goal of building our community and allowing athletes to get to know each other across the whole spectrum of programming.

The date June 17th. Keep an eye on our club Discord and social media for more details and when athlete sign up is open. You must be an RCA registered member to row or cox. 

We will need volunteers to make this event possible! Please fill out the form below if you are interested in volunteering!

Club Sponsorships and Perks!

The Ottawa Rowing Club is looking for sponsors! We are gratefully accepting sponsorship to further support our Club, which will include funding the procurement of new rowing shells, oars, rowing machines and coach boats as well as supporting our various rowing programs. 

Aside from the amazing community that has been built at the ORC, the Club is built on the generosity of our supporters, donors, and partners. You can view the Sponsorship levels and perks by clicking the button below!

Unisuits Available for Purchase!

We have ORC Unisuits available in the office for purchase! Represent the ORC at this season’s regattas! Unisuits are $98.

Please contact Kim Krahn, rowing@ottawarowingclub.com for size requests and details on etransfer payments.

Athlete Pancake Breakfast

Save the date! The Athlete Pancake Breakfast is taking place on June 17th! Stay tuned for more details to come!

Junior Rowers Looking for Host Families at the ORC!

We have two International Students rowing in our Junior Competitive program who are looking for Host Families to support their training! We would love to match them in our rowing community to ensure that their training schedules, nutritional requirements and more are accommodated the best it can be! 

For more information, please contact Kim Krahn, at rowing@ottawarowingclub.com.

Join a Committee at the ORC!

Head of the Rideau Committee

Come and be part of the 2023 Head of the Rideau Organizing Committee! Although the season hasn't started, the organization of the Head of the Rideau can start now so that we can ensure this year's Head of the Rideau is a success. The more hands helping, makes less work for all those involved. A lot of the structure is already set in place.

Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion Committee

ORC is forming an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Committee as part of our mission to be more inclusive and promote rowing to all. The committee will report to the ORC board on their plans, submit proposals on how to improve EDI at the club, and help plan events.

If you are interested in joining the committee, send Meghan an email at meg@ottawarowingclub.com.

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