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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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09.25.24
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09.09.24
Paris 2024 Witnesses a Stunning Paralympic Debut by Jillian Elwart and a Medal Winning Performance by Blake Haxton.
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09.03.24
Paris 2024 Paralympics – How to Watch Paracanoe
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08.14.24
Universal Paddling – Enhancing Communication on the Water
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08.14.24
ACA Surf Kayak Revival 2024
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08.11.24
Nevin Harrison Adds a Silver Medal to Her Collection and Jonas Ecker and Aaron Small Become the Firsts USA Men’s Kayak Double to Race in an Olympic A Final in 24 Years
Upcoming Events
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08.31.24 – 09.28.24
Van Buskirk Island County Park, Elm Street, Oradell, NJ, USA
Level 1: Introduction to Kayaking Skills Course
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09.06.24 – 10.18.24
Overpeck County Park, Fort Lee Road, Leonia, NJ, USA
Level 1: Introduction to Kayaking Skills Course
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09.21.24 – 09.28.24
Poros, Greece
Kayak Poros, Greece
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09.21.24 – 10.01.24
Weiss Boat Ramp, Cedar Bluff, AL, USA
2024 Great Alabama 650 by the Alabama Scenic River Trail
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09.24.24 – 09.29.24
Zoar Outdoor Adventure Resort, Main Street, Charlemont, MA, USA
Level 4: Swiftwater Rescue Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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09.24.24 – 09.27.24
Portland Paddle, Cutter Street, Portland, ME, USA
Level 4: Open Water Coastal Kayaking Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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09.25.24 – 09.27.24
Zoar Outdoor Adventure Resort, Main Street, Charlemont, MA, USA
Level 4: Swiftwater Rescue Instructor Update
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09.27.24 – 09.29.24
Anacortes, WA, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
Join ACA
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