Author Archives: Christine Johnson

An evening of thanks and enchiladas: celebrating 5 years with Flotilla 66

On October 14, members of the Mathews Outdoor Club and the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 66 came together for a fun and heartfelt evening to celebrate five years of partnership on the water. The gathering featured a delicious potluck dinner with a Mexican-themed buffet and good company all around. Members from both groups sharedContinue reading “An evening of thanks and enchiladas: celebrating 5 years with Flotilla 66”

Trail Signage becomes a reality

In July 2025, Mathews Outdoor Club reached out to Mathews High School instructor, Wes Robbins, about commissioning the shop class students to construct the Mathews Blueways Trail upgrades: kiosks and covered tables. With materials donated by M&M Building Supply, we anticipate work on these upgrades to begin with the upcoming 2025-26 school year. Signage createdContinue reading “Trail Signage becomes a reality”

Get Ready for the 2025 Islander Regatta: A Paddle Around Gwynn’s Island

The countdown to the highly anticipated 2025 Islander Regatta is officially on. This year’s event promises an exciting day of paddling and celebration, and it’s shaping up to be one for the books. Whether you’re a seasoned paddler or a first-time participant, the Islander Regatta offers an experience that you won’t want to miss. EventContinue reading “Get Ready for the 2025 Islander Regatta: A Paddle Around Gwynn’s Island”

2024 Grant Award for Open Water Swim Program

Mathews Rotary Club joins Mathews Land Conservancy in supporting this community program. Mathews Rotary Club awards MOC $250 to offset 2024 program expenses. Mathews Land Conservancy allows usage of Williams Wharf Landing for the program. 2019-present MOC’s Open Water Swim Program was launched in 2019 by a handful of Mathews County swimming enthusiasts who wereContinue reading “2024 Grant Award for Open Water Swim Program”

The Big Reveal!

Winning artwork selected for the 2024 Marathon Event Logo Congratulations to Mindy Gill Davis of Mathews County Virginia for being selected as this year’s winning artist for the Mathews Marathon Event Logo. Mindy’s rendition of “Clam holding a trident spear” was one of several submitted for this very competitive contest, and it really captures theContinue reading “The Big Reveal!”

2023 Feb: Mathews Co Parks & Recreation

Mathews County creates a P&R commission and MOC leader, Christine Johnson, is a charter member. During the Feb 28, 2023 Mathews County Board of Supervisors meeting, several local residents were appointed to serve on the fledgling Parks & Recreation Commission. Among those selected for the 4-year term was Christine Johnson, President of Mathews Outdoor Club.Continue reading “2023 Feb: Mathews Co Parks & Recreation”

MOC Swim Attendant is Certified

Adult Open Water Swim starts back in June with a newly certified Swim Attendant: CPR, First Aid & AED Certification completed in February 2023. Mathews Outdoor Club leadership & staff are making good use of the chilly season to prepare for our spring & summer activities. The Open Water Swim program held at Williams WharfContinue reading “MOC Swim Attendant is Certified”

2023: A look ahead

NEW in 2023. Introducing the Islander Regatta. Mathews Outdoor Club (MOC) will launch a new event in 2023 – a non-competitive 9-mile paddle adventure around Gwynn’s Island in June. This accomplishment is not entirely new: a group of local friends have completed the circumnavigation each summer – the new part is that it has beenContinue reading “2023: A look ahead”