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We connect diverse communities by fostering a shared commitment to safety and stewardship, and by providing opportunities for challenge, achievement, and fun through paddlesports.
ACA SUPPORTS PADDLERS IN MANY WAYS. HOW CAN WE HELP YOU TODAY?
Competition information and events, classes and instructor certifications, stewardship opportunities, advocacy for clean water and access to public lands, insurance for clubs, event organizers & others. We’re here to help.
News
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04.02.24
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03.21.24
2024 L.L.Bean CFC Grant Recipients Announcement
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03.20.24
Special Update and Re-certification Opportunities for ACA Instructors
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03.19.24
2024 Mike and Marge Cline Grant Recipients
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03.06.24
Be part of this year’s Ski to Sea with the ACA
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02.29.24
Scan If Found Stickers
Upcoming Events
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03.19.24 – 04.30.24
Bethesda, MD, USA
Level 5: Advanced Swiftwater Rescue Skills Assessment
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04.05.24 – 04.21.24
Erwin, Tennessee, USA
Level 4-5: Advanced Swiftwater Rescue Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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04.06.24 – 04.27.24
Richmond, Virginia, USA
Level 4: Whitwater Canoeing Skills Course
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04.09.24 – 04.30.24
Bethesda, MD, USA
Level 5: Advanced Swiftwater Rescue Skills Assessment
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04.11.24 – 05.03.24
Bethesda, MD, USA
Level 4: Whitewater Canoeing Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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04.11.24 – 05.03.24
Bethesda, MD, USA
Level 3-4: Whitewater Canoeing Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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04.12.24 – 05.05.24
Philadelphia, PA, USA
Level 4: Whitewater Canoeing Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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04.13.24 – 05.20.24
Charlotte, NC, USA
2024 Charlotte Asian Festival and Dragon Boat Race
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