2011 Ottawa Marathon

I had the privilege today to watch amazing men and women put their body through a grueling physical test of endurance and run the 2011 Ottawa Marathon.

I began the morning at the 2 km mark of the marathon, the marathoners started the day in light rain and overcast skies followed them along their 42km journey.

I ended the morning capturing the runners at the 37km mark, only 5 km away from the finish.  

The lead pack did not change from the start to the end of this race.  The winner was Laban Moiben with a time of 2hrs 10min and 17.9sec.

My hats off to those that competed no matter their time result.....just running is exceptional enough.

Level Six Capital Cup 2011

It was a gorgeous day for the 9th Annual (take 2) Level Six Capital Cup 2011.  The event is a freestyle kayak festival and competition for amateurs and pros.  The location of this event was the Camplain Rapids at Bates Island on the Ottawa River.

The skill of these kayakers was amazing.  Competitors ranged from the amateurs who are in for the fun of it to world champions.  There was one kayaker from New Zealand and one from Tennessee.

I am looking forward to attending more events like this in the near future.  One thing I learned today....get there early, grab a great spot to shoot from and expect to stay a long time and watch some amazing athletes.