Tag Archives: Blackburn Challenge

Desi Smith Captures Ed and Paul At the Blackburn Challenge

Posted on July 24, 2011 by

Hi Joey, please share these photo’s on your blog of Ed and Paul. Desi Ed gives Paul a push. Paul and Rubber Duckie prepare for the journey. Ed battens down the hatches. Ed gives the thumbs up,saying he’s ready for … Continue reading →

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2011 Blackburn Challenge Coverage From GMG- Live Tracking of Ed, Rubber Ducky and Paul Morrison and More!!!

Posted on July 23, 2011 by

We will be tracking Ed, Rubber Duckie and Paul Morison via satellite.  if you click on the screenshot of the map you will see exactly where they are on the race course as they circumnavigate Cape Ann. The screenshot below … Continue reading →

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Blackburn Finishers – Our Heroes

Posted on July 23, 2011 by

Paul Morrison, Ed Collard and R. Duck all finished in record time – the same day.

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WOOOOOHOOOOOOO!!!!!!! THEY DID IT!!!! Blackburn Challenge 2011

Posted on July 23, 2011 by

I’m Buyin Ed and Paul!!!  Milk for R. Duckie!  and thanks to Peter and Vicky Van Ness for getting the video of Ed Hitting the beach!!!

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Real Time Blackburn Challenge Caboose: Rubber Duck

Posted on July 22, 2011 by

Rubber Duck has figured out her ride in the Blackburn Challenge is not the fastest boat in the fleet and so is looking to upgrade. But no one wants a quacky duck onboard so it is the scenic ride for … Continue reading →

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Blackburn Challenge Salty Stew From Al Peirce

Posted on July 22, 2011 by

Check out Al’s by clicking the link below Trash Paddler- Here it is “high summer” and I’m getting a hankerin’ for some Blackburn Challenge Salty Stew. In fact, this upcoming weekend, those venturing to Cape Ann, Massachusetts should find all … Continue reading →

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GMG Gear Preview- KAYALU RAM Marine Grade Gear Locking Suction Camera Mount

Posted on July 21, 2011 by

Ed and I preview the Kayalu RAM camera mount before putting it to the saltwater test, using it to film The Blackburn Challenge. I recently bought a Kodak zx-3  Playsport waterproof video camera.  It was the camera that GMG contributor … Continue reading →

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Rubber Duck Field Trip

Posted on July 19, 2011 by

Rubber Duck was bored so it was a drive into Boston to ride the Swan Boats and then off to try her hand (rubber wing) at Proteomics. But then she started thinking she might be missing too much fun back … Continue reading →

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Blackburn Challenge Registration ends Midnight Tonight

Posted on July 16, 2011 by

Click here for Blackburn Challenge Registration. Do it today since the registration ends at midnight tonight. Next week will be the 25th running. Sign up and be part of history and get a cool shirt too. Stand Up and Paddle, sit … Continue reading →

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Blackburn Challenge: Registration Closes this Saturday July 9

Posted on July 5, 2011 by

The epic silver jubilee 25th running of the Blackburn Challenge is Saturday July 23.  This oar or paddle human powered race in dory, kayak, outrigger canoe or even SUP; Stand Up Paddle, can enter this race around the entire circumference of Cape … Continue reading →

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THE 25th BLACKBURN CHALLENGE Coming July 23

Posted on June 9, 2011 by

The Blackburn Challenge, to be held on July 23 this year, is the premier human-powered open-water event on the east coast of North America. In 2011 the event will be especially exciting. Not only is it the silver anniversary running … Continue reading →

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Ed Collard is “All In” for 25th Blackburn Challenge

Posted on April 28, 2011 by

Ed Collard is taking up a new challenge. Not food this time. Ed will be in a kayak at the starting line of the 25th running of the BlackBurn Challenge on Saturday, July 23rd. I told him there was beer … Continue reading →

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Blackburn Challenge: 99 Days

Posted on April 14, 2011 by

It is now only 99 days until the Blackburn Challenge on Saturday July 23rd. The Silver Jubilee, 25th running of the “any human powered craft” race around Cape Ann. The Essex River Race, a 5.5 mile down the river around … Continue reading →

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199 Days to the 25th Blackburn Challenge

Posted on January 4, 2011 by

Saturday, July 23, 2011 is just 199 days away until the 25th running of the Blackburn Challenge. From Gloucester High School up the Annisquam River then all the way around Cape Ann until the turn at the Dogbar Breakwater signals … Continue reading →

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Confirmed: 25th Blackburn Challenge is Saturday July 23, 2011

Posted on September 9, 2010 by

Mark your calendars. Donna Lind of the Cape Ann Rowing Club has confirmed today that the Silver Jubilee, 25th running of the Blackburn Challenge will be on Saturday, July 23, 2010. (I had posted a tentative date of July 16, … Continue reading →

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David Cox 2010 Blackburn Challenge Photos Including Our Boy Paul Morrison Stuffed Into His Kayak!

Posted on July 20, 2010 by

More to come with a slide show   PAUL MORRISON ON HIS QUEST FOR BEER!   Siren Song  

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Washington Canoe Club Shares Their View On Gloucester After The Blackburn Challenge

Posted on July 19, 2010 by

After The Blackburn Challenge these competitors from the Mid Atlantic share their views on what makes Gloucester special For more- Good Morning Gloucester Coverage of The Blackburn Challenge click here You can check out The Blackburn Challenge results here- 2010 … Continue reading →

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Blackburn Challenge 2010 Slide Show

Posted on July 18, 2010 by

Blackburn Challenge 2010 Click Photo for Slide Show http://www.FrontieroGallery.com

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363 Days to the Blackburn Challenge 2011

Posted on July 18, 2010 by

Yesterday was a nice day to go for a paddle. Down the Annisquam with over 250 other boats was amazing. These people were serious. The high performance kayaks blow by then those six man outriggers, hut!, Hut! Felt great past … Continue reading →

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Another One Of Those Killer Weekends Blackburn Challenge- Chamber Auction- Block Party

Posted on July 16, 2010 by

Uhmmmm in case you hadn’t been keeping up we have another one of those Gloucester Weekends where the cultural activities are bountiful. Tonight we will be at the Cape Ann Chamber of Commerce Auction having a blast.  Many bargains to … Continue reading →

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Everyone Be Sure To Thank Paul Morrison For His Contributions

Posted on July 13, 2010 by

It was good knowing you Paul.  Hopefully you’ll make it through The Blackburn Challenge but in the event that the Great White Shark that’s been circling the Cape gets you I’d like you to know that I appreciate all your … Continue reading →

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Blackburn Challenge: my last training update before the big day.

Posted on July 12, 2010 by

I haven’t entered a contest wherin someone said ready, set, go, since sophomore year in high school. I participated in sports as a sedentary left handed pitcher. But in 4 Days, 16 hours, I’m signed up to be on a … Continue reading →

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17 days, 17 hours 17 minutes, 17 seconds Blackburn Challenge July 17

Posted on June 29, 2010 by

In January I posted 190 days to the Blackburn Challenge. 21 miles around Cape Ann with a paddle or an oar. Start my regime. I could do it. Now there are only 17 days, 17 hours 17 minutes and 17 … Continue reading →

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32 Days to Blackburn Challenge

Posted on June 14, 2010 by

69 are signed up. Many more will sign up before the July 3rd midnight deadline. 32 Days? How did that happen? I have to seriously stop doing anymore restaurant reviews, drop the fried clams, and get in my kayak. Click … Continue reading →

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Went swimming before Mr and Mrs Bathroom sign appeared!

Posted on May 3, 2010 by

Even if we were in Body Gloves it still counts. It was hot enough Sunday that we would dunk then sit on the rocks and get hot before doing it again. My goal is to beat the Rockport Mr and … Continue reading →

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