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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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07.13.25
“It Started with a Merit Badge” by Bob Bofinger
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07.10.25
“Falling Into the Deep End in New York City” by Tom Potter
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07.09.25
“Chronic Illness Took My Freedom: Kayaking Gave it Back!” by Kelly Rudolph
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07.08.25
“Paddling: A Life Transformed” by Risa Shimoda
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07.07.25
Congratulations to the Winners of the Paddle with a SUP Pro Video Contest!
Upcoming Events
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07.12.25 – 08.30.25
Deal Lake, New Jersey, USA
Level 1: Introduction to Kayaking Skills Course
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07.13.25 – 07.18.25
East Park, 3rd Street Northeast, Mason City, IA, USA
Iowa Project AWARE 2025
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07.14.25 – 07.18.25
Salida, CO, USA
Level 4: Whitewater Kayaking Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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07.14.25 – 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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07.14.25 – 07.18.25
Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
Level 4: Whitewater Kayaking Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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07.15.25 – 07.18.25
Poolesville, MD, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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07.16.25 – 07.16.25
Annapolis, MD, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Trip Leader Skills Course
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07.17.25 – 07.20.25
Annapolis, MD, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
Join ACA
As a member of the ACA, you join the ranks of tens of thousands of people who support safe, enjoyable paddling, and the protection of America’s recreational waterways. Click below to learn about the tangible and intangible benefits of supporting the nation’s oldest paddlesport organization.
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