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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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06.10.22
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05.24.22
AAPI Paddler Feature – Lily Durkee
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05.10.22
“Welcome to the first ever ACA River Kayak Hand-Paddling Instructor Endorsement Workshop” a Reflection by Mary Pedrick
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05.07.22
2022 California Paddle Heroes
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04.27.22
Notice re: 2022 ACA Annual Member Meeting
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04.26.22
Ian Ross Embarks on a Road Trip Across Eastern Europe to Help Displaced Ukrainian Citizens
Upcoming Events
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05.29.22 – 07.14.22
Idaho, USA
The Grand Salmon: A Source to Sea Initiative
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06.28.22 – 09.06.22
Lake Superior
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Skills Course
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06.29.22 – 09.07.22
Lake Superior
Level 3: Coastal Kayak: Basic Strokes and Rescues Skills Course
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07.04.22 – 07.08.22
Dongguan, Guangdong Province, China
Level 1: Introduction to Kayaking Skills Course
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07.05.22 – 07.06.22
Richmond, Virginia, USA
Level 4: Swiftwater Rescue Skills Course
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07.06.22 – 07.06.22
Annapolis, MD, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Skills Assessment
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07.06.22 – 07.07.22
Rowleys Bay, WI, USA
Level 2-3: Coastal Kayaking Instructor Update
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07.06.22 – 07.06.22
Bay Village, OH, USA
Level 1: Introduction to Kayaking Skills Course
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