Speaker Series 2024 – Bob Henderson

Paddling Pathways

We welcome Bob Henderson, an internationally known and respected canoeist and former outdoor educator at McMaster University. His respect for the waterways he travels is unlimited, as is his vast knowledge of the history encountered along routes he has chosen to travel. Bob notes Canada is blessed with many waterways that can entertain, enlighten, and challenge us. His recent book, Paddling Pathways: Reflections from a Changing Landscape, co-edited
with Sean Blenkinsop of Simon Fraser University, explores the ways canoeing books can do the same. An engaging storyteller, Bob will explore stories about waterways and canoeing – and especially about Paddling Pathways. An evening not to miss.

Books for sale.

Coffee & tea available courtesy of

Canoeist Hap Wilson declares: “Paddling Pathways is a brilliant compendium of Canadian stories from real aficionados… a must read.”

The presentation will also be streamed and recorded from our YouTube channel.

Presented in association with the Friends of the South Grey Museum