How many people know about this race? I had never heard of it until today. Obviously, hundreds of kayak enthusiasts knew about this race of 340 miles which kicked off this morning. They have to make it to St. Charles from Kansas City in 88 hours or less. About 2/3 of the participants are typically able to do that.
A member of the ground crew for one of the racers sent me the photos. He explained that there is a boat that leaves after everyone else and sets a pace to make it to St. Charles in 88 hours. If the boat passes anyone up, that participant is then disqualified. The "grim reaper" has called them forth.
A member of the ground crew for one of the racers sent me the photos. He explained that there is a boat that leaves after everyone else and sets a pace to make it to St. Charles in 88 hours. If the boat passes anyone up, that participant is then disqualified. The "grim reaper" has called them forth.
The reapers are even in full costume for their duties.
It starts out a bit congested from the mouth of the Kansas River but soon opens up.
Checkpoints help keep everyone safe and honest.
Supporters and ground crew personnel greet the racers at one of the checkpoints.
After a quick break and a little food and drink, it is time to get back at it.
Any time I see events that require great physical endurance, I am interested in hearing about the training leading up to the event. How does an individual prepare for a 340 mile kayaking trip?
I then like to put that into the perspective of our spiritual journey. St. Paul encourages us to run the race to the finish. My reflection questions for today are short and to the point:
Are we spiritually fit to stay faithful to the end?
Does our prayer life reflect discipline, endurance, and passion?
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