MTI Adventurewear

For 20 years, MTI Adventurewear  has been making life jackets and their philosophy is that if they build a better product, people will choose to wear a life jacket. Not only because the law says you should. But because its the smart thing to do and with an MTI jacket, its no big deal! 

One of the added benefits to purchasing a new MTI life jacket is a complimentary 1-year individual membership to the ACA.* Check the hang tag on select 2013 MTI life jackets at your local paddlesport retailer. 


*Applies only to non-ACA members 

Hobie Sunglasses

Hobie Polarized is a leading designer, developer, marketer, and distributor of polarized eyewear for the sports enthusiasts, worn by water men and women as a classic American brand. One of the latest ACA membership benefits comes from this great American brand! All ACA members receive a 50% discount on Hobie Polarized sunglasses and readers and 60% off clearance frames. 

To take advantage of this great deal, visit the Hobie Polarized Pro website and use the ACA code to receive a discount! 

Rapid Media

For 11 years, Rapid Media has been producing the very best paddling magazines, growing the number of canoeing and kayaking enthusiasts worldwide. For the past two years, Rapid Media has been a proud partner of the ACA and ACA members directly benefit from the partnership. ACA members get a free subscription to any of Rapid Media's magazines exposing them to the great things happening in the greater paddling community. 

Not only does Rapid Media produce cutting-edge magazines, they put on the Reel Paddling Film Festival (RPFF) showcasing the world's best paddling films to audiences in the United States, Canada, and around the world. The RPFF is in its 8th annual year and inspires more people to explore rivers, lakes, and oceans, push physical and emotional extremes, embrace the lifestyle and appreciate the heritage of the wild places we all love to paddle. 

The RPFF is a film contest awarding winning films in 10 categories. The Winner and other shortlisted films are then toured to more than 100 cities around the world, screening for an audience of more than 30,000 paddling enthusiasts. The ACA is a proud sponsor of the RPFF and will be featuring it at our National Paddlesports Conference this September in Bend, Oregon.

Happy Fourth of July!!

The ACA wishes everyone a happy Fourth of July!!!

A Paddle Green Event

The ACA is teaming up with Maine Island Trail Association for their 25th anniversary. Join us for family-friendly events, boat demos, instruction by ACA instructors, a short paddle to Fort Gorges, clean the shorelines, workshops, speakers, exhibits and a evening party.

• Saturday, August 31st
• East End Beach, Portland, Maine

Email events@mita.org for full details! 

Sea Kayak Georgia - ACA Paddlesports Week

The first annual SKG ACA Paddlesport Week will be held on Tybee Island, September 11-15, 2013. Enjoy the Atlantic ocean and estuary venue treasured by many paddlers in the area.

ACA courses and specialized skills training courses will be available.  You may choose to follow skills development courses from flatwater to rough water and surf, or you may take Instructor development workshops and/or exams.  Instructor updates will also be offered.  Sea Kayak, Surf Kayak, Canoe and SUP disciplines will all be offered.  Courses are available for all skill levels.

Registration and detailed course information may be found here:  Sea Kayak Georgia.

Werner Paddles - Healthy Waters Initiative

Choose to make a difference, with Werner Paddles Healthy Waters Initiative.

Werner Paddles is committed to promoting access to rivers, lakes, streams and ocean paddling.  They are a valued industry partner of the ACA as their support directly enhances our efforts both to advocate for clean water as well as increase access to all waterways throughout the country.

Register your Werner Paddle online and Werner will make a donation to the ACA's Stewardship program in your name.

Support access to clean water by registering your Werner paddle here.