Thousands Line The Shoreline for Float Your Fanny Down The Ganny

In Editor Choice, Local

Thousands of people came out for a beautiful day to enjoy another year of Fanny Down the Ganny in Port Hope on Saturday, April 8, 2023.

Over 300 participants took part in the annual event 10 kilometre race along the Ganaraska River said co-chair Barry Adamson.

“It’s the right of Spring.”

The annual event commemorates the flood of 1980 that devastated the town causing millions of dollars in damage.

“The weather was perfect and we’ve got lots of participants,” said Adamson who estimated there were 10,000 people lining the route.

“We know Spring is here because Float Your Fanny Down the Ganny is here again this year.”

To order photos email: pfisher@eagle.ca

Pete Fisher
Author: Pete Fisher

Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love

Join Our Newsletter!

Want to keep up to date on news and events in Northumberland? Subscribe to newsletter!

You may also read!

Video – Photo Gallery – Salmon Run Brings Anglers to Cobourg and Port Hope

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0428pjYPjWo The annual salmon run has officially begun, with salmon now making their way into creeks and waterways throughout Cobourg

Read More...

Beyond the Blue Box Celebrates 2026 Scholarship Recipients

It was a special day at Beyond the Blue Box in Cobourg on Wednesday, August 19, as three outstanding

Read More...

The Mill Golf Course Moves Hole 9 Tees After Golf Ball Hits Vehicle on Elgin Street

The Mill Golf Course has made significant changes to the ninth hole for the remainder of the golf season

Read More...

Mobile Sliding Menu