Rowing, a serene water sport, offers an opportunity to connect with nature and stay fit. Yet, it can also be an eco-friendly activity when practiced with the environment in mind. In this blog, we’ll explore the importance of eco-friendly boating practices in rowing and provide tips to minimize your environmental impact. 1. Choose a Sustainable Watercraft Opt for a rowing … Read More
Rowing for Fitness: How Rowing Boats Can Help You Stay in Shape
Rowing isn’t just a serene way to explore calm waters; it’s also an exceptional full-body workout. Whether you’re aiming to build muscle, increase endurance, or shed a few pounds, rowing boats offer an effective and enjoyable way to achieve your fitness goals. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the physical fitness benefits of rowing and why you should consider … Read More
The Ultimate Guide: Everything You Need for a Fishing Trip with Our Dinghy Boat
Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable fishing adventure? Whether you’re an experienced angler or a beginner looking to dip your toes into the world of fishing, careful planning is key to ensure a successful and enjoyable trip. And what better way to enhance your fishing experience than by using our top-notch dinghy boat? In this comprehensive guide, we’ll … Read More
Escape and Relaxation
There’s something undeniably calming about being out on the water. The gentle rocking of a dinghy, the soothing sounds of water lapping against its hull, and the gentle breeze create an environment conducive to relaxation and escape. Small dinghy boating allows you to unwind, recharge, and connect with nature in a way that soothes the soul and provides a respite … Read More
Happy Holidays from Backwater
We hope you had a great 2022 and we wish you continued success in 2023. We’re wishing you Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year. Our offices will be closed December 22nd to January 8th, opening on January 9th. We look forward to working with you in the new year!
Christmas at Backwater
This year for the holidays we treated our staff to a delicious buffet dinner at Newlands Golf & Country Club. We wanted to make it memorable and fun, so we decided to make it Hawaiian themed! We celebrated everyone’s hard work throughout the year by eating, dancing and playing a good round of charades with family and friends.
Patrick’s 20 Year Anniversary
We’re celebrating Patrick’s 20 year anniversary with Backwater this year! Patrick started with Backwater as a Labourer back in 1999, took a break in 2005, and rejoined the team in 2007. We’re so grateful to have Patrick a part of the team for all of these years, he’s come a long way and his contributions continue to inspire us as … Read More
KJ’s 15 year Anniversary
15 years ago we welcomed a very skilled and professional individual to the team, her name is KJ. KJ has brought a lot to the table over the years as Director of Compliance and Project Engineering, she shows up determined and ready to go above and beyond for clients each day. She has been an essential part of Backwater over … Read More
Raul’s 15 Year Anniversary
This year we’re celebrating Raul’s 15 year anniversary with us. Raul’s journey at Backwater began as a Labourer and progressed into Maintenance Technician over the years. Raul may be a quiet person, but he’s known to be always be willing to help and great at finding solutions with an approachable attitude. We are proud and privileged to have Raul a … Read More
EI Retreat (Day 1&2)
This year we wanted to add personal touch to our year end team building event, so we booked two sessions of Emotional Intelligence training lead by Carolyn Stern. She lead us through ways to have impactful communication within the workplace and create deeper, supportive connections with each-other. On the first day, we went over the personal assessments we completed, talked … Read More