The arrowhead-shaped badge bears conjoined busts of the early French missionary Father Vogue holding up crucifix and Native American brave, facing left; beaver on branch at top. In ark over busts, LAKE GEORGE REGATTA ASSOCIATION; in exergue, AWARDED TO

The reverse is blank except for maker's mark and metal mark.

The badge is suspended from a clasp formed by two crossed paddles.

In the summer of 1880 a meeting of canoeists at Lake George N.Y., led to the formation of the American Canoe Association (ACA). In 1886 ACA introduced the first Paddling Trophy Race, held on Lake George, NY, called camps, as the spectators and contestants actually camped out in large walled tents. Mr. Johnston, a Canadian in a Canadian canoe, lost to Mr. Rice of Springfield, NY.

The badge measures 40mm x 63mm and was struck in bronze, silver and gold by Robert Stoll of New York City. No mintages are reported.

Many thanks to Heritage Auctions for granting me permission to use their professional images.

References:   Marqusee 79