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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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07.18.25
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07.17.25
“A Special Love for the French Broad River” by Marc Hunt
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07.17.25
Level 1 & 2 Instructor Contest
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07.16.25
U.S. Slalom Athletes Shine at Junior & U23 World Championshipsย โ Foix, Franceย
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07.16.25
Instructor of the Month: Dustin Miller
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07.16.25
USA Canoe Polo 2025 Update: National Teams Head to Pan American Championships in August
Upcoming Events
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07.12.25 โ 08.30.25
Deal Lake, New Jersey, USA
Level 1: Introduction to Kayaking Skills Course
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07.14.25 โ 07.19.25
Rock Creek Park, 710 SW Rock Creek Dr, Stevenson, WA 98648, USA
Gorge Downwind Champs – Ocean Racing National Championships
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07.17.25 โ 07.20.25
Annapolis, MD, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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07.17.25 โ 07.20.25
Annapolis, MD, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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07.18.25 โ 07.19.25
Jackson, WY, USA
Level 4: Swiftwater Rescue Skills Course
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07.18.25 โ 07.22.25
Arlington, VA, USA
Level 3: Coastal Kayaking Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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07.19.25 โ 07.20.25
Wesser, NC, USA
Junior Olympics
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07.19.25 โ 07.20.25
Sausalito, CA, USA
Level 3: Coastal Kayaking Trip Leader Skills Course
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