It was a day of rain, sleet and snow. Winds were barreling down from the northwest, but that didn’t keep these intrepid paddlers from gathering as they do this time of year. Michigan chapter members of the Wooden Canoe Heritage Association take advantage of any opportunity to get in their antique wooden canoes. Check out their website to learn more about WCHA Michigan chapter events. Click any image for a larger version.

An oldie but a goodie. Photo by Howard Meyerson

The group gathers for a paddler’s salute. Photo by Howard Meyerson.

WCHA past president Ken Kelly out for a spin. Photo by Howard Meyerson.

Mike Darga takes the pooch out for a paddle. Photo by Howard Meyerson.

Getting ready to go during a break in the rain. Photo by Howard Meyerson.