Join us for special update and re-certification opportunity on the Brazos River in Navasota, Texas (near Houston) – conducted in partnership with the ACA Safety Education and Instruction Council (SEIC). These leaders have worked hard to provide these high quality, affordable, and regionally dispersed opportunities for ACA Level 1 and 2 instructors within the disciplines of canoe, kayak, and SUP.
These events will be facilitated by several multi-discipline ACA Instructor Trainers and Educators for a holistic and enjoyable experience!
For currently certified ACA instructors, this event offers a one-day instructor update on Saturday, October 12th OR Sunday, October 13th for one of the following:
- Level 1: Introduction to Kayaking
- Level 1: Introduction to Canoeing
- Level 1: Introduction to SUP
- Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring
- Level 2: Essentials of Sit-On-Top Kayaking
- Level 2: Essentials of River Kayaking
- Level 2: Essentials of Canoe Touring
- Level 2: Essentials of River Canoeing
- Level 2: Essentials of SUP
The one-day instructor update costs $85.
For those who held an ACA instructor certification in the past which is now expired, this event offers a two-day instructor certification reinstatement opportunity on Saturday AND Sunday, October 12th-13th for one of the following:
- Level 1: Introduction to Kayaking
- Level 1: Introduction to Canoeing
- Level 1: Introduction to SUP
- Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring
- Level 2: Essentials of Sit-On-Top Kayaking
- Level 2: Essentials of River Kayaking
- Level 2: Essentials of Canoe Touring
- Level 2: Essentials of River Canoeing
- Level 2: Essentials of SUP
The two-day instructor certification reinstatement costs $220.
For those seeking a new instructor certification, this event is offering a 3-day Level 1-2: Essentials of River Kayaking Instructor Certification Workshop (ICW) which costs $380. This course will be hosted on October 11, 12, AND 13th.
- Level 1: Introduction to Kayaking
- Level 2: Essentials of River Kayaking
This event will also offer a one day Paddlesports Angler Instructor Endorsement on Monday, October 14th which costs $85 and is available to already certified instructors. Enrollment in this endorsement is also open to new instructor candidates participating in the ICW, but will require successful completion of at least the Level 1 Instructor certification to complete the endorsement. Instructors and Candidates who enroll in this workshop will be required to do an additional virtual session to prepare for the in person training. *Texas Fishing License required to participate.
Important note: registration does not include gear / equipment.
- On-site camping with full bathroom and shower facilities is included in your registration.
- If you prefer non-camping accommodations, lodging is available within the nearby towns of Navasota/Bryan/College Station, about 20 minutes away. These lodging costs are not included in your registration.
- If you need gear or equipment, please connect with Paddlesports Outpost (Patti Carothers) via email or phone: 713-828-7582.
Additional Information:
What to bring:
- Properly fitting life jacket
- Kayak/SUP/Canoe, paddle, and other related gear
- Gear and equipment for camping
- Camp chair
- Food and water for the entire weekend
- Lunches could be on the water (please plan accordingly)
- Proper clothing (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, close toed shoes, strap for glasses, rain jacket, etc.)
Nearest airports:
- College Station Airport (CLL)
- George Bush Intercontinental (Houston) Airport (IAH)
- Austin Airport (AUS)
Historical average weather forecast for Hidalgo Falls, TX in mid October:
- Daily high temperature 84°F, rarely falling below 74°F or exceeding 96°F.
- Daily low temperature 65°F, rarely falling below 54°F or exceeding 78°F.
Contact Information SEI Department
sei@americancanoe.org