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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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11.06.24
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10.24.24
2024 ACA Awards – Nominations Now Being Accepted
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10.17.24
Achieving Lasting Conservation Victories with Outdoor Alliance
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10.16.24
Inaugural Surf Kayak Revival in the PNW
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10.10.24
Be the Next ACA State Director in Your State
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09.30.24
Hurricane Helene Relief Resources
Upcoming Events
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11.01.24 – 11.30.24
Waldorf, MD, USA
Level 3: Coastal Kayaking Skills Course
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11.19.24 – 11.24.24
Nathan Benderson Park, Nathan Benderson Cir, Sarasota, FL, USA
2024 ICF Stand Up Paddleboard (SUP) World Championship
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11.22.24 – 11.24.24
Fort Myers, FL, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Canoe Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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12.03.24 – 12.04.24
Cape Coral, FL, USA
Level 1-2: Essentials of Stand Up Paddleboarding Instructor Update (update only)
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12.03.24 – 12.04.24
Cape Coral, FL, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Stand Up Paddleboarding Instructor Update
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12.07.24 – 12.11.24
Bonita Springs, FL, USA
Level 3: Coastal Kayaking Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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12.09.24 – 12.12.24
San Francisco Bay, California, USA
Level 4: Open Water Coastal Kayaking Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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12.15.24 – 12.15.24
Kailua, HI, USA
Kanaka Ikaika Racing Association (KIRA) Race #12: Cold Pack Classic
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