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Begin Your Adventure.
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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05.20.26
Instructor of the Month: Brian Davis
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05.08.26
ACA Participates in Spring AUXPAD Training 2026 in Charleston, South Carolina
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05.01.26
10 More Days to Submit a Design to the ACA Summer Solstice Sticker Design Contest
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04.30.26
ACA Instructor of the Month: Marcus Vanata
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04.29.26
ACA Regional Activity Council Volunteers Rally Paddlesports Community for National Safe Boating Week for the 5th Year!
Upcoming Events
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Salem League Race #1
05.19.26 – 08.25.26
55 Ober St, Beverly, MA, USA
Salem League Race #1
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Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
05.27.26 – 06.07.26
Tacoma, WA, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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Level 4: Swiftwater Rescue Skills Course
05.28.26 – 06.05.26
Missoula, MT, USA
Level 4: Swiftwater Rescue Skills Course
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Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
05.31.26 – 06.03.26
Chicago, IL, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
05.31.26 – 06.03.26
Monroe Harbor, Illinois, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
05.31.26 – 06.03.26
Chicago, IL, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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Community Paddlesports Leader Certification Workshop
05.31.26 – 06.03.26
Lake Louisa State Park, U.S. 27, Clermont, FL, USA
Community Paddlesports Leader Certification Workshop
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Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Skills Course
05.31.26 – 06.03.26
Eastern Shore of Virginia National Wildlife Refuge, Cape Charles, VA, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Skills Course
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