SPARROW CANOE SUPPORT
The Pearl
Built in 2004, this Alden designed vessel was donated to Captain Sonnier by Chuck Wagner on behalf of the Suquamish Warriors. Stationed in Washington State, the Pearl is able to transport canoes and canoe families year round along the coastal corridor. Watch the Captain the Crew receive the Ship.
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For the Pearl and her Crew, summer 2025 begins with the 5th Annual Gathering of the Eagles, May 17-26. This 6-island week-long canoe journey weaves its way from Lummi through the San Juan Islands. For information, contact Phreddie Lane.
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In late June, the Captain and Crew will head to Vancouver Island for the opening of the All Nations canoe season. Strengthening our Spirit will take the place of the annual Awaken the Canoes cold water training event. All canoe families are welcome and there is no charge to participate. Contact All Nations to register or for more information.
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Along with Captain and Crew, is, I-C-Qway, pictured here, greeting visitors to the dock. Be forewarned...he can be spicy!
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Safe travels. Emote!
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Gathering of Eagles
Strengthening
Our Spirit Canoe Pull
Having made the difficult decision to keep our canoe off the water for Tribal Journeys, All Nations remains dedicated to hosting two fabulous pulls. Strengthening the Spirit (normally Annual Awaken the Canoes) will be held the last weekend in June (June 27, 28, 29, 30) and will include the Canoe Olympics Cold Water Training Day. Strong Women of the Water will take place in September.​
We look forward to seeing everyone next month and wish you all safe travels wherever your canoe takes you.​
Emote!
The All Nations Strong Women of the Water Canoe
will NOT be participating in the 2025 Tribal Journeys Paddle to Lower Elwha.
DRAFT SHEDULE Version 1
Tribal Journeys 2025 Paddle to Elwha
Canoe Families...this draft schedule for the 2025 Tribal Journeys Paddle to Elwha was created at the recent Tribal Journeys meeting held in Lummi on February 1st. It is the first draft with dates and/or stops likely to change. Please check back for the most updated schedule.
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For the most up-to-date schedule, please visit the Lower Elwha site.
MAP
A 2nd CANOE HAS BEEN ADDED
To be register email All Nations
Strong Women of the Water 2025
2025 All Nations
Paddle Schedule
Strengthening Our Spirit Canoe Pull (formally the Annual Awaken the Canoes) will be held the last weekend in June (June 27, 28, 29, 30) and will include the Canoe Olympics Cold Water Training Day.
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Please note: All Nations will not be participating in the 2025 Tribal Journeys Paddle to Elwha.
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The Annual Strong Women of the Water will be held Sept 12th through 15th, departing from Vancouver's Maritime Museum. A second canoe has been added, but registration will reach capacity in the next four weeks - register today if you are wanting to join us.
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If you would like to register a canoe for Awaken the Canoes or Strong Women of the Water, or would like to join the Strong Women of the Water canoe, please contact us at allnationspaddlesup@gma.com
2025 Season
Fast Approaching
Although we are still bundled in winter coats and boots, planning in underway for the upcoming season. Captain Sonnier and his crew were delighted to join with Skippers and Canoe Families in Lummi on February 1st for the first Tribal Journeys meeting of the year.
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The Pearl will once again be supporting the All Nations Paddles Up and the Strong Women of the Water canoe. We look forward to seeing everyone in the coming months.
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Until then,
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emote-hu huy ch q'u - thank you!
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