Pesh Fest
Five day event in Athelstane, WI. Class 3-4
MWA Beginner/Intermediate Whitewater Clinic
St. Francis River, Fredericktown, MO. See the MWA website (linked here) for more information.
Central Iowa Paddlers: Middle Raccoon River
Contact tquest@gmail.com for the latest trip information. Even after the trip announcement, the day, location, and time of a trip can change due to changes in water levels and weather.
50th Arkansas Canoe Club School of Whitewater Paddling
Plan to attend one of the biggest and best whitewater paddling events in mid-America May 1-3, 2026 on the Mulberry River, near Ozark, Arkansas -- Credit Gordon Kumpuris
Kettle Fest
A yearly whitewater paddling celebration in Sandstone, MN. Everyone welcome and free camping at Robinson Park.
Grandfather Falls Dam Release
For each scheduled release, peak flows will start at approximately 10 a.m. and end at approximately 2 p.m. Class 3 with a class 4 portage.
Wausau Course Cleanup
Clearing brush and debris ahead of the season.
Central Iowa Paddlers: Middle River
Contact ned.mcpartland@doane.edu for the latest trip information. Even after the trip announcement, the day, location, and time of a trip can change due to changes in water levels and weather.
Rapids Riders CanoeU Week 1
For decades CanoeU has changed lives by providing quality instruction and introducing people to the world of whitewater.
Rapids Riders CanoeU Week 2
For decades CanoeU has changed lives by providing quality instruction and introducing people to the world of whitewater.
ButterCup Whitewater Slalom Spring Race
Held on the Boy Scout Rapid on the Wolf River. Course setting Friday (day before race), group downriver paddling on Sunday.
Central Iowa Paddlers: Skunk River
Contact Jeff@skunkriverpaddlers.org for the latest trip information. Even after the trip announcement, the day, location, and time of a trip can change due to changes in water levels and weather.
Grandfather Falls Dam Release
For each scheduled release, peak flows will start at approximately 10 a.m. and end at approximately 2 p.m. Class 3 with a class 4 portage.
Central Iowa Paddlers: Paddle with the Skunks
Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. at Ada Hayden Lake, (May/Sept.)
Grandfather Falls Dam Release
For each scheduled release, peak flows will start at approximately 10 a.m. and end at approximately 2 p.m. Class 3 with a class 4 portage.
ACA Level 3: River Safety & Rescue Skills Course
Build confidence and stay safer on the river. Meramec State Park, 115 Meramec Pk Rd, Sullivan, MO
IWC Kayak Strokes and Moving Water Class
Locations: Winnebago (1st choice) or Charles City or Soper's Mill or Ames 13th St
Wausau Whitewater Recreational Release
No lessons available
IWC Kayak Eddy Skills and Surfing Class
Locations: Winnebago (1st choice) or Charles City or Soper's Mill or Ames 13th St
Central Iowa Paddlers: Upper Iowa River
Contact wsgraham@gmail.com for the latest trip information. Even after the trip announcement, the day, location, and time of a trip can change due to changes in water levels and weather.
IWC Introduction to Canoeing Course
*Details and exact date to come
Introduction to Whitewater Kayaking
*Details and exact date to come
Charles City Challenge & Whitewater Weekend
The Annual Charles City Challenge & Whitewater Weekend is back for its 14th year. Grab your crew and meet us at the river!
IWC Canoe Moving Water Class
TBD Location: Winnebago (1st choice) or Charles City or Soper's Mill or Ames 13th St
IWC Canoe Eddy Skills and Surfing Class
TBD Location: Winnebago (1st choice) or Charles City or Soper's Mill or Ames 13th St
IA Summer Games Whitewater Slalom
Gate setting and practice on Friday before the Saturday race
Central Iowa Paddlers: Lower Raccoon River
Contact gjstone52@gmail.com for the latest trip information. Even after the trip announcement, the day, location, and time of a trip can change due to changes in water levels and weather.
Wausau Whitewater Recreational Release
Lessons available
Open Canoe Slalom Championships
Join paddlers from all over North America at the Wausau Whitewater Park as they test their skills at the ACA North American Open Canoe Slalom Championships.
Jim Falls Release
Peak flows between 10am and 3pm
Wausau Whitewater Recreational Release
Lessons available
Jim Falls Release
Peak flows between 10am and 3pm
Team River Runner Veterans Recreation & Training
Held at the Wausau whitewater course.
Paddlemania and Fin Falls Race
Class 3-5 Race and Spectacle, Carlton, MN
Wausau Whitewater Recreational Release
Lessons available
St. Louis Release
Class 3-5 release in Carlton, MN
Youth Development & Swiftwater Rescue Clinic
The Youth Development Weekend is reserved for youth groups to develop their whitewater skills together. Wausau, WI
Wausau Whitewater Recreational Release
Jackson Freestyle and Downriver Clinic
Wausau Midwest Championships
Details to be announced by Wausau Whitewater
Jim Falls Release
Peak flows between 10am and 3pm
St. Louis Release
Class 3-5 release in Carlton, MN
Wausau Whitewater Recreational Release
Lessons available
Central Iowa Paddlers: Labor Day Weekend - Select NE Streams
Contact jmnorwood@hotmail.com for the latest trip information. Even after the trip announcement, the day, location, and time of a trip can change due to changes in water levels and weather.
St. Louis Release
Class 3-5 release in Carlton, MN
IWC/IDNR Swift Water Rescue Skills Course
2-day Class in Manchester, IA
ButterCup Whitewater Slalom Last Ditch Race
Held on the Boy Scout Rapid on the Wolf River. Course setting Friday (day before race), group downriver paddling on Sunday.
Wausau Whitewater Recreational Release
Central Iowa Paddlers: Des Moines R. above Saylorville Lake from E-57 to 210
Contact christinemorphew@gmail.com for the latest trip information. Even after the trip announcement, the day, location, and time of a trip can change due to changes in water levels and weather.
Wausau Whitewater Recreational Release
Past Events
Linn County/CR Recreation Paddles in the Pool
12-3 p.m. The course is designed for the beginning boater. Bring your own boat if you can or let us know and we can provide boats. Pre-registration is through Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation. $10/person and open
Missouri Whitewater Association Races
Course setting and practice on Thursday (or Friday). Races on Friday, Sat, Sun.
Rutabaga Canoecopia
Rutabaga Paddlesports, Madison WI
ACA Level 4: Swiftwater Rescue Skills Course
Learn how to stay safe and help others on the river. Silver Mines Recreational Area, State Hwy D, Ironton, MO
Iowa Paddlesport Expo
Canoesport Outfitters is pleased to be hosting the twenty-seventh Iowa Paddlesport Expo
CR Pool Session
4:30-6:30 pm -- paddling strokes & rolling practice, $10/person Bender Pool, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
CR Pool Session
4:30-6:30 pm -- paddling strokes & rolling practice, $10/person Bender Pool, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Adventure Day Dialogue
10am-4pm. Break up winter and treat cabin fever with a day of tales of outdoor adventures! Most of the informative sessions will be focused on adult topics, interested kids 10 years or older are welcome with an adult. Free.
DNR Indianola Pool Session/Rolling Class
11am-1pm class. Pool session classes with certified ACA instructors focusing on rolling and safe kayak exits. Registration is required once posted online; use the QR code or click here for the flyer. Use "non-member" membership for free sign-up.
CR Pool Session
4:30-6:30 pm -- paddling strokes & rolling practice, $10/person Bender Pool, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
DNR Indianola Pool Session/Rolling Class
11am-1pm class. Pool session classes with certified ACA instructors focusing on rolling and safe kayak exits. Registration is required once posted online; use the QR code or click here for the flyer. Use "non-member" membership for free sign-up.
DNR Indianola Pool Session/Rolling Class
11am-1pm class. Pool session classes with certified ACA instructors focusing on rolling and safe kayak exits. Registration is required once posted online; use the QR code or click here for the flyer. Use "non-member" membership for free sign-up.
CR Pool Session
4:30-6:30 pm -- paddling strokes & rolling practice, $10/person Bender Pool, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
DNR Indianola Pool Session/Rolling Class
11am-1pm class. Pool session classes with certified ACA instructors focusing on rolling and safe kayak exits. Registration is required once posted online; use the QR code or click here for the flyer. Use "non-member" membership for free sign-up.
Paddlefest
A one-day event dedicated to education and story-telling about adventures in all-things paddling!
CR Pool Session
4:30-6:30 pm -- paddling strokes & rolling practice, $10/person Bender Pool, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
CR Pool Session - Canceled
CANCELED - This session will not occur due to a scheduling issue.
CR Pool Session
4:30-6:30 pm -- paddling strokes & rolling practice, $10/person Bender Pool, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
CR Pool Session
4:30-6:30 pm -- paddling strokes & rolling practice, $10/person Bender Pool, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
CR Pool Session
4:30-6:30 pm -- paddling strokes & rolling practice, $10/person Bender Pool, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
CR Pool Session
4:30-6:30 pm -- paddling strokes & rolling practice, $10/person Bender Pool, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Wausau Whitewater Recreational Release
Wausau Whitewater Recreational Release
Wausau Midwest Championships
Details to be announced by Wausau Whitewater
Wausau Whitewater Recreational Release
Jackson Freestyle and Downriver Clinic
Wausau Whitewater Recreational Release
Development Weekend, Swiftwater Rescue Clinic
Wausau Whitewater Recreational Release
Lessons Available
Wausau Whitewater Recreational Release
Team River Runner Veterans Recreation & Training
Wausau Whitewater Recreational Release
Lessons Available
Swift Water Rescue Scenarios Course
2-day Class in Manchester, IA. Consisting of mock practice swift water rescue scenarios. Prior swift water rescue class experience preferred. Registration Due Date: July 1st
Kirkwood Adult Continuing Ed. Program
The classes are: July 6, 3:30-6:30 p.m., Ellis Pool, Cedar Rapids July 7, 6-8 p.m., Central City Dam Site, Central City July 9, 6-8 p.m., Central City Dam Site, Central City July 12, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Manchester White Water Park
Kayak Safety Basics
6:30-8 PM at Pinicon Ridge
IWC Practice & Share Skills Day
Follows the Iowa Summer Games at Charles City
Wausau Whitewater Recreational Release
Lessons Available
IA Summer Games Whitewater Slalom
Gate setting and practice on Friday, June 27 -- Photo Credit: Scott & Michelle Wall
IWC Canoe Eddy Skills and Surfing Class
TBD Location: Winnebago (1st choice) or Charles City or Soper's Mill or Ames 13th St
Kayak Safety Basics
Marion Pool, 9am-noon
IWC Canoe Moving Water Class
TBD Location: Winnebago (1st choice) or Charles City or Soper's Mill or Ames 13th St
Charles City Challenge
Kayak Safety Basics
6:30-8 PM at Pinicon Ridge
IWC Kayak Eddy Skills and Surfing Class
Locations: Winnebago (1st choice) or Charles City or Soper's Mill or Ames 13th St
Wausau Whitewater Recreational Release
IWC Kayak Strokes and Moving Water Class
Locations: Winnebago (1st choice) or Charles City or Soper's Mill or Ames 13th St
IWC Jim Falls Weekend
Saturday and Sunday (go Friday, May 9th) Jim Falls, WI
ACA L-3/L-4 Kayak Instructor Class
Held on the St. Francis River in Missouri April 9-13. See the MWA website (linked here) for more information. Tuition assistance available.
CR Pool Session
4:30-6:30 pm -- paddling strokes & rolling practice, $10/person Bender Pool, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
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