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SUMMARY:MRWTA Kayak ACA L2 Skills Clinic
DESCRIPTION:ACA Level 2\, Essentials of River Kayaking (ERK) Skills Clinic\, Open to ALL skill levels!\nLook for updates here\, ACA Level 2\, Essentials of River Kayaking (ERK) Skills Clinic – Mississippi River Water Trail \nSaturday\, May 2nd and Sunday\, May 3rd\, from 8:30-5pm each day. \n$100/person for the clinic \n+$25 for a skills assessment (pre-requisite for an L2 kayak instructor course). \nWhether you are a complete novice\, you are a long-time paddler with no formal training\, you are planning to become a Level 2 instructor\, or you wish to refine your paddling skills– Level 2 River Kayaking is the class for you! \nThis 2-day clinic covers all that you need to know to safely paddle rivers in MO and IL\, including the big rivers. For course curriculum details\, please follow our link to the American Canoe Association website. \nhttps://americancanoe.notion.site/Level-2-Essentials-of-River-Kayaking-Skills-Course-a4db7942476946bfb80020a3114ffc08 \nIf you are preparing for the Instructor Trainer Certification\, this course (with assessment)\, will satisfy the pre-requisite of an assessment course. \nThis clinic has both classroom and water components! Come prepared to get wet both days! The first day we will be in the calm backwaters of Ellis Bay at Riverlands. Day 2 will include moving water clinic time on a river with suitable conditions that weekend. \nPlease contact board@mississippiriverwatertrail.org if you would like to participate.
URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/kaca-l2-skills-clinic/
LOCATION:Ellis Bay at Riverlands\, 301 Riverlands Way\, West Alton\, 63386\, United States
CATEGORIES:Instruction & Training
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SUMMARY:Veterans' Camp at Perre Marquette - TRR Central Region & Team Red\, White\, & Blue
DESCRIPTION:WHO: Veterans\, their friends & family (age 10+)\, and civilian volunteers\nWHAT: Camp\, hike\, and paddle\nWHEN: 22-25 May 2026 \nWHERE: Pere Marquette State Park\, Duncan Hill Rd\, Grafton\, IL 62037 – Duncan Hill Group Campground\nRegistration Deadline: 25 April 2026 \nOrganized by TRR Central Region & Team Red\, White\, & Blue\n\n \n\n\nJoin Memorial Day Weekend for camaraderie and challenge\, camping\, hiking\, kayaking\, and more. We will have games\, prizes\, and raffles\, which will include limited horseback riding.  \nFree for Veterans with a refundable registration fee. Non-refundable for any non-Veteran companions\, including children over 10.  $50 per person due at registration. \nOpen to all skill levels. We will have lake paddles\, which will be relaxing and an excellent introduction to paddling. We will also have moving water river kayaking. We will have experienced kayakers from Team River Runner (TRR)\, Mississippi River Water Trail Association (MRWTA)\, the Alpine Shop\, St. Louis Canoe & Kayak Club (SLCKC)\, and the Missouri Whitewater Association (MWA).  We will have a finite number of kayaks and gear (life jackets\, paddles)\, so requests are first-come.  Please bring your own paddling gear if you have some. \nPere Marquette is offering us free camping at the group site. Cabins and a room in the lodge are available to rent (arrange that on your own).  Simple meals will be provided. \n\n\nCurrent draft schedule:\n\n\n\nFri.\, May 22nd: Arrive and set up camp. Afternoon hike up to McAdams Peak with views of the Illinois River valley and into Calhoun County.\nSat.\, May 23rd: We will split into groups. Some will do an all day paddle on the Illinois River. Some can paddle on Lower Stump Lake.\nSun.\, May 24th:  We will split into groups. Some will paddle on Silver Lake. Others will hike. Or\, kick back and rest at the park / Lodge / Visitors Center/Water Front.\nMon.\, May 25th:  Relax. Pack up and leave\n \n\n\nLink here for more info and to register.      Pere Marquette Veterans’ Camp Flier. \nVolunteers needed!  Will need people to act as greeters\, meal leaders\, managers on duty for different activities (eg\, for those who do not want to hike or paddle)\, moving boats for those who cannot\, other activities\, eg: lead yoga / meditation / thai chi/ stretching / lawn games / evening bonfire\, break down\, and/or other things. Let us know when you would be available and how you might like to help.  THANK YOU! \n\n\nPoint of Contact (POC): HD Key\, hd.key@teamriverrunner.org\, 636-706-4254\n\n \n**************************** \n\nParticipants in TRR events need to electronically sign a 2026 National TRR Waiver. See TRR’s National Code of Conduct & Alcohol Policy. \nTeam River Runner Mission: To provide all veterans and their families an opportunity to find health\, healing\, community purpose\, and new challenges through adventure and adaptive paddle sports! \n\n 
URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/trr-central-region-veterans-camp-perre-marquette/
LOCATION:Perre Marquette State Park\, 13112 Visitor Center Lane\, Grafton\, IL\, 62037\, United States
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SUMMARY:Kayak Instructor Certification\, ACA L2 course
DESCRIPTION:Details here… ACA Level 2 Essentials of River Kayaking (ERK) Instructor Certification with Melissa Sauter & Tom Burroughs – Mississippi River Water Trail \nThursday am – Saturday pm\, 3 full days\, taught by Melissa Sauter & Tom Burroughs\, sponsored by the Mississippi River Water Trails Association (MRWTA)\,  \nAre you proficient with ACA Level Two River Kayaking Skills and now ready to learn how to teach these skills to others after a skills assessment? This 3-day course will focus on requirements and practice to be a skilled kayak instructor. Be prepared to get wet as portions of this course will take place on the calm backwaters of the Mississippi River and possibly in the current of the Meramec River.\nBoats and equipment are available for use during this course.\nThis class is open to the general public\, as well as partner agencies and clubs. Registration with ACA and SEIC is required before starting the course.\n\nhis class is open to the general public as well as partner agencies and clubs. Registration with ACA and SEIC required before starting the course.\nTo register for ACA membership:\nhttps://americancanoe.org/join-the-aca/\n\nTo register for the certification course:\nhttps://forms.gle/qZVYQ5pJBxAfrQf68\n\nPlease review this link for river kayaking Instructor Criteria.\nhttps://americancanoe.notion.site/Level-2-Essentials-of-River-Kayaking-Instructor-Criteria-d1974859c6cf455ea35eaa7d1d77288b\n\nCost: $450/person\n\n\nThis course prepares participants to be able to teach and model the paddling skills\, technical knowledge\, rescue ability\, teaching ability\, group management\, and interpersonal skills needed to teach river kayaking.  L2 students say that their kayaking skills are elevated by the ability to demonstrate and instruct.  Certification is not guaranteed and is at the sole discretion of Tom Burroughs\, the instructor. \n\n\n**An assessment by a Level 2 ACA Kayak Instructor can be scheduled in advance of the event by contacting board@mississippiriverwatertrail.org. \nCourse Prerequisites –Be “signed off” as being able to demonstrate the skills described in the ACA Level 2 Kayaking Skills Assessment; See L2_ERK_Assessment.pdf (americancanoe.org) \n\nThe MRWTA is holding an ACA L2 Skills Clinic with Assessment May 2 & 3 for a reduced rate for those who plan to take the ACA Level 2 ERK Certification Course.\n\n\nSee Course Curriculum – ACA (americancanoe.org)\, “Essentials of River Kayaking” for the above Assessments\, Instructor Criteria\, and sample skills course content that successful L2 instructors will be prepared to teach. \nFull refunds will be issued by the instructor in the event of course cancellation. If a student needs to cancel after registering\, they are requested to find an eligible replacement and negotiate reimbursement with them. \n*************************** \n\n\n\n\n\nSee MWA Training Reimbursement Policy for MWA members.  MWA reimburses members for certain trainings after completion of an MWA volunteer commitment. You need to fill out a web-based reimbursement request after you volunteer.  If you need a scholarship to participate in this course\, please communicate with an MWA Board member.  MWA is developing a scholarship policy. \nFor military service members or veterans\, Team River Runner (TRR) has a grant that will  enable them to reimburse you after the successful completion of this course.  If interested\, please contact Devin Gates\, the StL TRR Chapter Coordinator\, at stltrr@teamriverrunner.org or( 314) 904-6443 in advance of the course.  The expectation is that you would use your new skills as a future volunteer with TRR.
URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/kayak-instructor-certification-aca-l2-course-2/
LOCATION:National Great Rivers Museum\, 2 Lock And Dam Way\, East Alton\, IL\, 62024\, United States
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SUMMARY:MWA Spring River Trip
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a great weekend on the Spring River in Hardy\, Arkansas! This beautiful\, spring‑fed river runs a consistent 58°F and offers excellent Class I–II whitewater\, perfect for both beginners and intermediate paddlers. \nWe’ll be paddling the Dam 3 to Spring River Oaks Campground stretch (about 8 miles) Sat and Sun\, which features:\n• Fun\, moderate current\n• Small waterfalls and 1–2 ft. drops\n• Eddies\, small surfing waves\n• A busy Saturday crowd — with things calming down on Sunday \nWeekend Schedule\n• Paddling both Saturday and Sunday\n• Mexican Feast on Saturday evening (burritos\, beans\, and all the fixings)\n• Camping at Spring River Oaks Campground \nThis is a joint trip with the Saint Louis Canoe and Kayak Club. \nRegister by May 19th\nEmail Russ Aagaard at floatdirector@missouriwhitewater.org with your email\, phone\, guests\, camping or cabins.
URL:https://missouriwhitewater.org/event/spring-river-trip/
LOCATION:Spring River Oak Campground\, 1868 River Oaks Trail\, Mammoth Spring\, AR\, 72554\, United States
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