Stroke of Achievement Award

The ACA is proud to recognize the Bend Paddle Trail Alliance with the 2013 Stroke of Achievement Award.

The Bend Paddle Trail Alliance (BPTA) is an ACA-affiliated club that is multi-faceted, including being a driving force behind the 2013 National Paddlesports Conference. BPTA recently established the Deschutes Paddle Trail, a navigable paddle trail within Deschutes County that has enhanced river and lake recreation and appreciation for a wide variety of recreational water enthusiasts while promoting water safety, education, and stewardship. As a national nonprofit organization, BPTA is devoted to the preservation of the natural beauty of the Deschutes Paddle Trail. 

Learn more about the BPTA and previous Stroke of Achievement Award winners...