First ever stone skipping event was a success

PELEE ISLAND — The first ever Skipping on the Rock competition was held as planned on Sunday, August 30 and organizer Julie Clifford felt the first time was a success, with 10 competitors lined up to skip stones out into Lake Erie off Scudder Beach.

Several more people had signed up but weren’t present when the competition began. Clifford said a few people who had come to watch were convinced to join. “All in all, it was a great event,” she said. Clifford owns and operates The Bakery on Pelee Island, and sponsored the event.

Pete Samuels won the adult 15 and over division, with Luke St. Denis taking home the honours in the 14 and under group.

“Luke was very enthusiastic,” said Clifford. “He had everyone smiling.”

Luke took home the first annual Stoney Award for his efforts.

Above, Luke St. Denis is excited after winning the Stoney Award at the first-ever Skipping on the Rock competition held August 30 on Pelee Island. At left, adult winner Pete Samuels shows his form after skipping a stone.

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