April 2021 Monthly Newsletter
Recreation Dear Members, I’m pleased to share that we will soon be launching ACA’s new website. This will replace the…
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May 2021 Edition of Paddle eMagazine
The May 2021 Edition of ACA’s Monthly Newsletter and Paddle eMagazine is now available! In this special edition, we have…
Letter from ACA Executive Director
Dear Members, In some ways, it’s hard to believe that we’ve been under siege from the COVID-19 pandemic for a…
New Mexico Stream Access Update
Two House Resolutions were recently tabled in the New Mexico State Legislature that aimed to change the New Mexico State…
New Faces of the ACA
Dear ACA Members, Over the past few months, we have welcomed some new colleagues to the ACA as members of…
L.L.Bean – Club Fostered Community Grant Applications Being Accepted Until March 1st
Every year, the ACA partners with L.L. Bean to inspire and sponsor local paddling clubs to take an active role…
Washington State Boater Registration Card Hearing
On Wednesday, January 20th, ACA Washington State Director, Brent Roth, submitted oral testimony to the Washington State Legislature in a…
January 2021 – Letter from ACA Executive Director
Dear Members, As we look back on 2020, it would be easy to focus on all the ways in which…
The ACA Office Has Moved!
The ACA National Office has moved! For the brand new year, we’ve got a brand new home Starting January 1st, find…
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program Fund
Donate to our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program Fund on Facebook TODAY, #GivingTuesday Help Us Double Our Impact and Support for Communities…
Membership Dues Changes Coming 2021
Dear Valued Members, In 2020, the ACA Board of Directors, staff members, and key volunteers worked hard to increase our…
2020 ACA Board of Directors Elections – Vote!
Every two years, the ACA Board of Directors conducts nominations and elections for new board member positions. In 2020, there…
ACA Virtual Conference – Session Recordings
Thursday, October 22nd Strategic Plan and Staff Meet & Greet ACA’s Board Chair, Robin Pope, and Executive Director, Beth Spilman,…
2020 ACA Annual Award Winners
We are very proud to announce the winners of the 2020 ACA Annual Awards! These prestigious awards highlight some of…
Letter from the ACA Executive Director, November 2020
November 1, 2020 Thanks to everyone who participated in our first ever virtual conference. We were overwhelmed with the response…
ACA Virtual Conference Invitation from the Executive Director
Click here to register! Already registered? Click here for meeting access information. Missed a session? Don’t worry – you can watch…
Special Thanks to our 2020 Donors
ACA’s First Ever Virtual Membership Conference
We hope you will join us for “Honoring the Past; Leading the Future” ACA’s first ever Virtual Membership Conference October…
2020 National Award Nominations Now Being Accepted
Each year, the ACA presents a series of prestigious national awards to individuals and organizations who have illustrated exemplary leadership,…
Update About ACA’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Efforts – August 2020
Since our July letter addressing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), ACA has continued to form a working group to address our DEI-related…
Paddle eMagazine – July 2020 Edition
The July 2020 Edition of Paddle eMagazine has arrived! This issue contains some awesome stories, photos, and information: Updates about…
Paddle eMagazine – July 2020 Edition
The July 2020 Edition of Paddle eMagazine has arrived! This issue contains some awesome stories, photos, and information: Updates about…
Moving Beyond Words to Action – Letter from the ACA Executive Director
Dear ACA Community, As recently noted by our board chair, Robin Pope, “Statements are easy to make and easy to…
Sugar Island Encampment Cancelled for 2020
We wish we could enjoy the St. Lawrence River and make new paddling memories at ACA’s Sugar Island this year.…
Camp Sebago Opening June 27th
The ACA Camp at Lake Sebago is opening on Saturday, June 27th! Clubs and cabin renters may come this weekend…
Letter from the ACA Executive Director, June 2020
The American Canoe Association is committed to sharing the joys of paddlesports with all people. Our members are united by…
ACA COVID-19 Guidelines for Instructors and Event Organizers
Happy Memorial Day weekend! I hope that you and your family are healthy and safe. The COVID-19 pandemic has introduced…
Letter from ACA Executive Director, May 2020
Dear ACA Members, I hope my letter finds you and your family safe and healthy. Personally, this has been an…
ACA Member Survey Follow Up
ACA Member Survey Follow Up – A Message from the Chair of the ACA Board of Directors I hope that…
The Heroes Among Us: A Letter from the ACA Executive Director
Dear ACA Community, In these unsettling times I am amazed by the acts of courage and selflessness exhibited by the…