Canton: National Veterans Kayak Football Challenge

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Date(s) - 07/30/17
10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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Program Status:

This event is still accepting individual Chapters who raise local funds to send veterans for a team to represent that Chapter (Kayak Football).

Chapters can make a fundraising page here. 

Program Description: 

Our National Veteran’s Kayak Football Challenge is in it’s 3rd year! The willowdale Lake community has graciously hosted us each year and it’s a kayak football experience you don’t want to miss!

*** Trips are open to active veteran participants in TRR chapters. If you’d like to paddle with TRR check out our chapter list here***

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Event Contact:

Ryan Pepper

ohstatedirector@americancanoe.net

Vanessa Jones

Committe Co-Chair

Vanessa A. Jones is a dynamic force dedicated to fostering
inclusivity, encouraging discussion, and promoting a culture of
belonging in the outdoor sports community. Hailing from
Washington, DC, she brings a wealth of diverse experiences and
perspectives to her endeavors.
As a US Army veteran and ordained Chaplain with a focus on
seniors and caretakers, Vanessa is deeply committed to serving
others. Her work as a patient-caretaker advocate reflects her
passion for supporting vulnerable populations and ensuring their
voices are heard.
Currently, Vanessa is employed by a resettlement agency, where
she confronts challenges head-on with resilience and
compassion. As a single, Black woman veteran, she embraces
the unique hurdles she faces, viewing them as opportunities for
growth and empowerment.
In her downtime, she wears many hats, including that of a
missionary, spreading hope and positivity wherever she goes.
Weekends are spent paddling, immersing herself in West African
dance and finding solace and joy in nature’s embrace.
Vanessa is committed to equitable principles, ensuring that
everyone’s opinions are valued and heard. Through her
unwavering dedication and inclusive leadership, Vanessa is
paving the way for a more equitable and diverse outdoor sports
landscape.