Africa
First Ever Row to Sibuya
We are certain that we are the first people to row the river. Yes, lots have been on it in other craft, including canoes and kayaks, but not rowing shells. This was a rare opportunity in our busy, “been there, done that” world. So ours was a first ever, an easy exploratory adventure on a…
The Nile Rowing Expedition
In Pharonic times Egyptians rowed and sailed on the Nile as their main way of transport. These days the feluccas sail with tourists, the traditional fisherman row in wooden rowboats and young Egyptians compete in modern rowing shells. What connects all of them is that they all love the Nile. Rowing on the Nile is…
Zwartkops Rowing Club
I had the pleasure of a row while on holiday recently in South Africa. Here are some images from Redhouse, Eastern Cape. A learn to row session was in progress. Thank you Rosemary!