Canoeing
The local association sponsors a number of races per year, including the La Ruta Maya Belize River Challenge, a 180 mile, four-day canoe race on the Belize River that starts in San Ignacio and ends in Belize City. The race occurs annually on Baron Bliss Day. The race promotes environmental awareness, while at the same time creates an intense competition for seasoned and amateur athletes alike .The Ruta Maya is not a sport joined by young students without adult supervision.
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