The water ballet is back for another dance in Victoria Harbour.
Every summer, mariners at the controls of the city’s harbour ferries put on a unique performance to showcase their skills at the rudder, and on Sunday the special guests were mothers.
“It’s a very important gig. It’s family, friends, kids and everybody. Large crowds and every year it gets bigger and better.” said Murray Boyce, the event’s DJ.
It’s a unique ballet that is celebrating everything motherly.
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“Mother’s Day has many, many wonderful opportunities for me and this was one of the best,” said Antonia Huber, a visitor from Campbell River.
“Being on the water in glorious weather with a dear friend. What’s better? It was awesome. A great little treat.”
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The captains were careful not to hit their mates, with their boats side by side with no room to spare.
“The biggest reason why I do the ballet is because it’s fun and it’s super challenging,” said Stan Histon, the ballet leader.
Skippers said they communicate through a meaningful stare. They start in a circle, then into figure eights.
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Captains love what they do, with one returning for nine straight years.
“People come down just to see it on the weekends,” said Murray Anderson. “It’s not a dangerous thing but it’s challenging in that you have to pay attention all the time. It’s super focus, super concentration. No time for old man lapses.”
On a beautiful day with so much in the capital to do and see, one final gift on this day is mothers travel free.
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