Bombora Outriggers welcomes Yarun Spirit

By Alistair Gray 

Reverend Pierre Van Blommenstein and Bombora Outrigger Club members bless the new canoe Yarun Spirit. 

It was a fabulous morning; the sun was shining and the Pumicestone Passage was perfect for blessing ‘Yarun Spirit’, the newest of the Bombara Outrigger Club fleet.   

The atmosphere was electric, full of emotion and pride as club president Min, welcomed everyone.   

“Doesn't she look grand?” she said as she acknowledged the generosity of the state government Gambling Community Benefit Fund Grant. “We are all very grateful.”  

Uncle Ron Howell gave the acknowledgment of country. Then, all the club members in their splendid green tops, along with friends and visitors joined hands in a circle around ‘Yarun Spirit’ for the blessing by Reverend Pierre Van Blommenstein of the Uniting Church. Later, he was among the first to ride in this newly blessed vessel.   

Also present at the event was Brad Martin from TOM (The Outrigger Man) of Forest Glen, the man responsible for building such a superb canoe. The club now has three canoes and has seen a rush of new members over the past few months. The club is very welcoming, so if you want to try canoeing, don't hesitate to contact secretary Christine Knowles on 0493 075 698. Christine would love to hear from you.