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Practice Venue & Location
Richmond Hill Canoe Club (Lake Wilcox).
Our home water is the picturesque Lake Wilcox in Richmond Hill, offering calm water conditions, dedicated dock access, and scenic park surroundings.
Richmond Hill Canoe Club
Richmond Hill Canoe Club, Lake Wilcox, Richmond Hill, ON L4E 3L9
Parking & Site Access
Parking is available at Lake Wilcox Park lots. Richmond Hill residents can obtain free seasonal parking permits through the City portal. Non-residents can pay via the on-site meters. Please arrive 15–20 minutes before practice time to park, stretch, and check in at the docks.
Public Transit & Accessibility
Easily accessible via York Region Transit (YRT) Route 91/91A along Bayview Avenue, or via Gormley / Bloomington GO Station with a brief rideshare or connecting local transit.
Richmond Hill Canoe Club (Lake Wilcox)
Near Bayview Ave & Stouffville Rd, dedicated dock facility
What to Bring to Your First Practice
- Comfortable quick-dry athletic clothing (avoid heavy cotton or denim)
- Water shoes, neoprene booties, or sandals with secure heel straps
- Full reusable water bottle (hydration is essential on the water)
- Sun protection: sunscreen, UV sunglasses with strap, and a cap
- Towel and a complete change of dry clothes/shoes for after practice
- RHCC and race organizers provide all standard paddles and approved PFDs / life jackets!