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Photos: Witching float on the Hennepin Canal

October 28, 2021 at 9:38 am CDT

The group shoves off from the route 40 overpass on the Hennepin Canal where they meet on Wednesdays during the year. This will likely be the last float due to the time change and the weather. (Alex T. Paschal/apaschal@shawmedia.com)

By Alex T. Paschal

The Ya-Yak Sisters, a kayak group, donned their best witching costumes and hit the Hennepin Canal Wednesday.

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The Yak-Yak sisters kayak group hit the water Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2021 dressed in costume for their weekly trip on the Hennepin Canal. The group, founded by Karen Miles, started up about 6-7 years ago though this was the first time they've donned witch gear for their trip. Sisters who attended Wednesday's float are: Jan Dallam (left), Nancy Gates, Teri Jahn, Anna Arnold, Michelle Mendoza and Karen Miles. (Alex T. Paschal/apaschal@shawmedia.com)

Alex T. Paschal

Photojournalist/columnist for Sauk Valley Media