…“Two elements that life cannot survive without, hydrogen and oxygen, come together to form Water. Water that quenches and cleanses, that heals and destroys, is an essential component of Indigenous foodways, technology, medicine, ceremony, spirituality, life…Water Is Life and that is why we fight to protect it. In this presentation,…

…overall, more than 190 of the 195 available training seats across 13 locations have sold out. In North Carolina where this program is still in year 1, we have sold approximately 150 out of the total 165 training seats available at 11 locations statewide. Registration is still open at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/north-carolina-kayaking-101-tickets-532334285177…

…on YouTube 2/28/24 at 7 PM Eastern ACA Competition Council: Understanding how Competition fits in the ACA Watch the recording on Facebook Watch the recording on YouTube 4/3/24 at 7 PM Eastern ACA Safety, Education and Instruction Council Watch the recording on Facebook Watch the recording on YouTube 5/8/24 at…

…United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee. The new athlete representation requirement applies to most board committees as well. The deadline for implementing this change is December 31, 2021. The ACA Board of Directors has been evaluating the implications of these new requirements for several months and has become aware that…

Team USA Canoe/Kayak pre-Games press conference will take place on July 23 at 3:00 pm CEST at the Main Press Center in Paris (2 Place de la Porte Maillot 75017). Athletes attending the press conference: Evy Leibfarth Casey Eichfeld Jonas Ecker Aaron Small Participants and times are subject to change…

…event by competing in World Cups throughout the summer as well as training at the Lee Valley Whitewater Centre, which as built for the 2012 London Olympic Games. Fresh off her U23 World Championship victory a month prior, 20-year-old Evy Leibfarth threw down with the best of them, finishing 7th…

…the moment, our daily lives may feel upended. Things are certainly different, but wandering into the waters that flow so close to home, I am reminded of the opportunities and the certainty that the paddling community will always find pathways to renewal, community, and coexistence in light of any challenge….

To grow our community of paddlers, the Regional Activity Council (RAC) hosted a competition for instructors in all ACA disciplines who teach Level 1 and Level 2 courses. The goal of this initiative was to encourage our instructors to safely welcome new and prospective paddlers to the community by teaching…

Kyler Long Racing at World Cup 2 in Prague / Photo Credit: Jed Hinkley The first three ICF Canoe Slalom World Cups took place this month in Augsburg, Germany; Prague, Czech Republic; and Krakow Poland. World Cup 1 – Augsburg: 10 U.S. National Team athletes competed. We are very excited…

Dear ACA Community, In these unsettling times I am amazed by the acts of courage and selflessness exhibited by the heroes among us. On behalf of all paddlers, please allow me to express my heartfelt gratitude to every ACA member who serves as a healthcare worker, emergency services provider, retail…

…time to devote to the ACA; Our partners including the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee, the United States Coast Guard, the Outdoor Alliance, L.L. Bean, and others who help support our mission; The myriad of volunteers – too many to be named – who keep our instructional curriculum relevant,…

The ACA Rafting Committee recently completed a comprehensive review and revision of their Level 3 and Level 4 Whitewater Rafting (Paddle & Oar) curriculum documents. Currently certified rafting instructors should familiarize themselves with the currently published documents so they are fully aware of the revisions. In addition, the Rafting Committee…

…latest stories: Recreation New ACA National Office Staff, Members of the Board of Directors, and Athlete Advisory Council Representatives Recent State Director Program Community Success Stories This Year’s ACA and L.L. Bean Club Fostered Community Grant Recipients Education Brand New ACA Hand Paddling Program Recently Released ACA Level 5 Rafting…

…helping instructors with new classes, and making final preparations for the Tokyo Olympics which begin in one short month! Some brief highlights about many initiatives currently underway: Our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Board Committee is meeting weekly to map out a course for future initiatives. The ACA has signed a…

…regional representative will work to galvanize stakeholders across their region across all SEIC disciplines and ACA silos (e.g. coastal kayaking, river canoe, whitewater kayaking, SUP, safety & rescue, competition, DEI, etc.) within their region to organize regional initiatives and execute those initiatives in conjunction with the RAC Council. The RAC…

Come one, come all! This summer is your chance to win big prizes, and celebrate all that is paddling! The ACA is throwing a big party this summer solstice and everyone is invited. Join us on the water on June 21 for a chance to connect with your community and…

…Saturday, July 27. Casey Eichfeld will be racing in his fourth Olympics in the Men’s Canoe Single (MC1) event. Evy Leibfarth will be making history this Summer by competing in all three Olympic Canoe Slalom events — canoe, kayak, and kayak cross! The 2024 Paris Games will be the first-time…

…commitment, offering immense rewards for those dedicated to the advancement of paddlesports and community engagement. While board membership is a voluntary position, individuals are elected to serve on two-year terms, ensuring continuity and effective governance within the organization. To learn more about the Board of Directors position click here!  …

…new plan for the Games in 2021, we commit to serving as your advocate and voice as decisions are made. We also pledge to communicate transparently and quickly as developments occur. Please be sure to read Sarah Hirschland’s letter to all Team USA Athletes which we have re-printed below. As…

…completing connecting trails on the upper Current River and creating unique hike-paddle options for visitors. Since my return in to the Riverways in 2008, Reta Barkley has been my partner and constant companion. The park considered us a “two-for-one deal” and she has been a great source of support and…

…her debut season in 2019, her performance in posting fastest times in both the canoe and the kayak on Friday showed she had no ill-effects from the prolonged competition break. Her time of 85.44 in the kayak was more than three seconds quicker than the next best paddler, two-time Olympian…

…members, Robert Levin and Norm Gaume, shared their local and regional accomplishments in the realm of waterway conservation. They also discussed tools and strategies you can utilize to be a positive influence on the waterways in your community. Video Recording (Youtube / Download) Audio Recording Outdoor Alliance Advocacy 101 Presentation…

Ian Ross is best known as a sprint canoe athlete who has competed in World Cups and World Championships. Those who know him better think of him as a modern-day cowboy who will do whatever it takes to help people in need. While at a training camp in Germany, Ian…

…Meeting ID: 882 3493 1847 Passcode: 649133 Please direct any questions to Steve Raftis at steve@clubexpress.com. In addition, the ACA’s Regional Activity Council is also in the process of forming a Paddle America Council of club leaders. The PAC Council will work to support the concerns of PACs and communicate…

…Association accepts the PSF program for their accreditation, so now is the time to engage with this seasonal market and make relationships in your community! One ACA program that has seen popularity and growth is the Paddlesports Safety Facilitator (PSF). SEIC Vice Chair, Trey Rouss has graciously provided a great…

…links below to read the written testimony submitted to the legislature, and to listen to Mr. Roth’s oral testimony. Written testimony can be found here. If you’d like to watch the zoom meeting, please click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TR-rYY6nr-U Brent Roth’s testimony within the video begins at 1 hour and 23 minutes….

…Joe Pina Volunteer of the Year The J. Henry Rushton Award (for Organizational Excellence) Nominations for the 2020 ACA National Awards are due by Sunday, September 27th. For more information, and to submit a nomination, please visit: www.americancanoe.org/awards Thank you for assisting us in recognizing excellence in the paddling community!…

…J. Henry Rushton Award (for Organizational Excellence) Legends of Paddling Award Havens Leadership Award Nominations for the 2021 ACA National Awards are due by Monday, October 25th. For more information, and to submit a nomination, please visit: www.americancanoe.org/awardnominations Thank you for assisting us in recognizing excellence in the paddling community!…

…links below to read the written testimony submitted to the legislature, and to listen to Mr. Roth’s oral testimony. Written testimony can be found here. If you’d like to watch the zoom meeting, please click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TR-rYY6nr-U&feature=youtu.be Brent Roth’s testimony within the video begins at 1 hour and 23 minutes….

…Bean and the ACA have teamed up to sponsor the CFS Program The recipients of the 2020 L.L. Club Fostered Stewardship (CFS) Grant Program are: Anchorage Waterways Council Blackstone River Watershed Council Great Falls Foundation Kayak New Mexico Middle Grand River Organization of Watersheds N-Compass, Inc. (Iowa Project AWARE) Savannah…

…or with assistance of a companion Manage personal mobility independently or with a reasonable amount of assistance Follow instructions and effectively communicate independently or with assistance of a companion Independently turn from face-down to face-up and remain floating face up while wearing a properly fitted life jacket* Get on /…

…Waterways Partner $2,500 Supporting Partner $5,000 Sustaining Partner $10,000   Paddle America Club (PAC) This is the nation’s premier status for paddling clubs. This membership type is for the club. The club President or their designee (the primary club contact person) should complete the registration form to join as a…

To submit a grievance or complaint to the ACA Grievance Committee, please complete the form below. To report SafeSport-related allegations of emotional or physical misconduct to the ACA, submit this form. All allegations of sexual misconduct, should be reported immediately to the United States Center for SafeSport….

…Please visit https://www.childwelfare.gov/topics/responding/reporting/how/ for more information on reporting to law enforcement/child protective services. Other Forms of Misconduct: To report forms of misconduct such as emotional or physical misconduct, bullying, hazing or harassment, or violations of the Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP), please report promptly to the U.S. Center for…

…Center, racers have the opportunity to compete in multiple races or categories including canoe, kayak, tandem canoe/kayak, or SUP! The competition features categories for both recreational paddlers and expert racers. Please join us for the 43rd Great Rappahannock Whitewater Canoe Race to be hosted on Saturday, June 7th 2025! More…

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The ACA is excited to announce that we have been chosen as the 2024 community/non-profit team for the Ski to Sea Race in Bellingham, WA. Starting at Mount Baker Ski Area and ending with a paddle across Bellingham Bay, the race was first run in 1973. A team consists of…

ACA Members, Athletes, Coaches, and Supporters, A quick note regarding international Canoe Slalom and Canoe Sprint competitions: The International Canoe Federation (ICF) has postponed the final decision regarding the Canoe Slalom Junior/U23 World Championships, Ljubljana (SLO), until June 15, 2020, and the final decision regarding the Canoe Slalom World Cups,…

Fall 2020 Upcoming International Competitions Slalom 2020 ICF Canoe Slalom World Cup (Ljubljana, Slovenia) – October 16-19 2020 ICF Canoe Slalom World Cup (Pau, France) – November 6-9 Sprint Olympic Hopes Regatta 2020 (Szeged, Hungary) – September 19-20 2020 ICF Canoe Sprint World Cup (Szeged, Hungary) – September 24-27…