taga lawa

in Tagalog means - from the lake

  • storytelling

    Surfing is more than just catching waves - it's about the stories we carry

    After years of catching waves on the Lakes, I share the moments, history, and culture that shape the sport, all through the lens of my experiences as a Filipina in the Canadian Great Lakes lineup

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  • photography

    Captured by Filipina surfer and paddler Robin Pacquing, this collection explores the movement of water, local and loved landscapes, and the ever-changing sky.

    Each photo reflects the deep connection between my everyday life, and the simple moments of mind surfing

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Robin Pacquing is taga lawa

  • Sharing the energy and beauty of the Great Lakes through surfing, paddling, teaching, storytelling, and exploring is a true passion.

    My parents grew up in the Philippines, carrying deep connections to their land and waters—'sa kanilang lupa at tubig.’ Like many immigrant families, they came to Canada in search of a ‘better life.’ Together, our pamilya navigated, explored, grew, fished, and honored the lands and waters of Turtle Island.

    Their story matters because I am a continuation of my ancestors—rooted here, yet always connected to the lands and waters that came before me