A group of eight people sit in a long rowing shell on calm water, holding oars in position. They appear relaxed and smiling, as if pausing between strokes. In the background, several sailboats are anchored near a tree-lined shore.

"Try Rowing Day" hosted by CNIB and Hanlan Boat Club

DateJune 20, 2026
Time
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm EDT
Event Type
In Person
Program Type
Culture, Sport & Recreation Programs
Location

Hanlan Boat Club
6 Regatta Road
Toronto ON M5A 0H0
Canada

Get your first taste of rowing at CNIB and Hanlan Boat Club first "Try Rowing” Day on June 20. Learn the basic body movements and rowing stroke during an on land and on the water session. Try out rowing on beautiful Lake Ontario. All ages welcome, no rowing or swimming experience required.

  • Date: Saturday June 20, 2026
  • Time: 12 to 3 p.m. 
  • Location: Hanlan Boat Club (6 Regatta Road, Toronto). Close to Cherry Beach.
  • Requirements: Able to lift 40-50 pounds. 

Bring a friend and come row! Register by emailing Victoria Nolan, Manager, CNIB Next Generation at victoria.nolan@cnib.ca.

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