A group of 6 men have set out on a two-week canoe trip in honour of a fellow member of the Fort Garry Horse Regiment. 

The men from the regiment left Thicket Portage yesterday water and are paddling to Harcus Strachan Lake. This lake is about 240 kilometres east of Thompson along the Nelson River Watershed. 

The idea behind this is to honour Lieutenant Colonel Harcus Strachan who was awarded the Victoria Cross for his service in the First World War. Once the paddlers reach Harcus Strachan Lake, a plaque will be placed on the shore.

The men should finish the trip by August 24th.