Verlen Kruger Memorial

VK-Portrait-BR-Jacket1

In the world of canoeing there have been a number of influential figures whose contributions have created better conditions for us all. Now, six years after one of the legends of canoeing died, a group of dedicated individuals have come together to honour this inspiring individual.

 

 

 







In 1963, at the age of 41, Verlen Kruger was introduced to the sport of canoeing. Soon after his first trip he realized that there was an entire new world awaiting his exploration. Over the next 40 years he would race canoes, design and build canoes, and travel over 100,000 miles by canoe. Kruger's records and distances are amazing and will most likely stand for many years to come. The true essence of what Kruger's canoeing was all about was in the adventure and personal exploration he found on the vast and endless waterways right here within our own reach.

Kruger always helped others find adventure and personal exploration. He made available his canoes for all, guided many to find their own way into the wilderness and taught an efficient, comfortable new way to travel.

The Verlen Kruger Memorial was set up soon after Kruger's passing in 2004. Their initial goal is to have a bronze statue sculpted and placed next to his beloved Grand River in the town of Portland, Michigan. The statue is now complete and awaiting placement upon the prepared grounds. The Verlen Kruger Memorial will be dedicated to the future generations and the health and wellness of all waterways.

VKMStatue.jpg.w300h444

The Verlen Kruger Memorial continues to hold paddling events like the Ultimate Kruger Challenge in support of the memorial fund and continued awareness of Kruger’s message.

Source:Verlen Kruger Memorial

Photo Credit: Kruger Canoes

 

Follow Canoeroots:facebooktwitterfeed

Read Bubble Street

bubblest-comic-link-aug-24-2010

New Cartoon Every Two Weeks, Don't Miss It!


Canoeing Events

No current events.

crv8i3cover_100x130Canoeroots & Family Camping - Volume 8 Issue 3

Inside: The Women's Issue including Six Canoe Icons and The Complete Head-to-Toe Fashion Makeover; Paddle to the Amazon-The Movie; Bear-Proof Your Food; Hot Wood Burning Stoves; Best Rail Trails; Tripping With Toddlers by Hap Wilson; PLUS Kevin Callan Meets the Devil

Click here to read this issue.

crv8i2cover_100x130Canoeroots & Family Camping - Volume 8 Issue 2

Inside: 7 Cheap Weekend Escapes; Ultimate Three-Day Menu; Trip Tackle Box; Brew Perfect Cowboy Coffee; Six Super Cool Interpretive Centres; One Person Canoe Flip; 7 Paddles You Need Now; Master the Solo Portage; Kevin Callan Makes You Cry, and Much More...

Click here to read this issue.

crv8i1cover_100x130Canoeroots & Family Camping - Volume 8 Issue 1

Inside: Frank 2009 Canoe Buyer's Guide; Ultimate Skills Drill; 7 Extreme Family Vacations; Bake Better Bannock; Survive a Bear Attack!; Stay Safe Solo; Write the Best Journal. PLUS: Bushcraft Gone Bad with Kevin Callan; How to Kick Ass at Canoe Games; Super Model Canoes; and Much More...

Click here to read this issue.

crv7i3cover_100x130Canoeroots & Family Camping - Volume 7 Issue 3

Inside: Frank Wolf's 75-Day Expedition to Save the Boreal Forest; How to Trim the Fat from Your Canoe Pack; Best Camp Cloths for Kids; BPA Water Bottles-Yuck!; The Ultimate Waterproof First Aid Kit; New 17-Foot Canoes; Roughing It with Kevin Callan; And Much More...

Click here to read this issue.

Our Mission

At Rapid Media we strive to produce the very best paddlesports media and events so we can grow the paddlesport industry and inspire enthusiasts to paddle forever. Learn more at www.rapidmedia.com
We acknowledge the financial support of the Government of Canada through the
Canada Magazine Fund of the Department of Canadian Heritage toward our project costs.
canada_c1