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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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05.15.25
2025 ICF Canoe Sprint World Cup Szeged | May 16-18
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05.15.25
Paddle with a SUP Pro Video Contest
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04.30.25
USA Canoe Slalom National Teams Announced
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04.29.25
USA Canoe Sprint National Teams Announced for 2025 Canoe Sprint World Cups & Junior/U23 World Championships
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04.29.25
2025 USA Wildwater National Team Announced
Upcoming Events
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04.26.25 – 06.08.25
Richmond, VA, USA
Level 4: Whitewater Kayaking Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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05.16.25 – 06.01.25
Zoar Outdoor Adventure Resort, Main Street, Charlemont, MA, USA
Level 4: Whitewater Kayaking Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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05.21.25 – 07.03.25
Gulfport, MS, USA
Level 2: Kayak Rolling Skills Course
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05.26.25 – 05.30.25
Riversport Adventures, Riversport Drive, Oklahoma City, OK, USA
Novice Canoe/Kayak Camp #1
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05.26.25 – 05.30.25
Jackson, WY, USA
Level 4: Whitewater Kayaking Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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05.27.25 – 05.29.25
Lake Mitchell, Michigan, USA
Level 1: Introduction to Canoeing Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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05.28.25 – 06.01.25
Benzonia, MI, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Instructor Certification Workshop (IDW/ICE)
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05.28.25 – 05.28.25
Benzonia, MI, USA
Level 2: Essentials of Kayak Touring Skills Course
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