Bob Purdy, the Okanagan’s best known stand-up paddler, has passed away.
Most people will remember Purdy on his paddle board.
The founder of “World Paddle for the Planet” paddled a lot.
In fact he did it 2,100 days in a row, mostly on Okanagan lake, rain or shine.
His one-man quest was a way to inspire environmental activism and help protect the planet.
The former Kelowna man also starred in a locally-produced documentary called “The Paddler” which won a number of awards.
The 64-year old Purdy died after a battle with cancer.
A tribute paddle will be held for him this Saturday at 11 a.m. at Kelowna’s Rotary Beach.
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