The ACA National Paddlesports Conference
The ACA has been established as one of the premier standards of paddlesports safety and education. As part of the ACA's leadership role in the paddlesports community, we have initiated this conference to target all facets of the paddlesports community.
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- Paddlesport Educational Sessions
- Instructor Updates
- Instructor Trainer Sessions
- National Club Rendezvous
- Adaptive Paddling Sessions
- Safety & Rescue Sessions
- Wilderness First Aid & CPR Course
- Public Workshops
- Safety Education & Instruction Council Meeting
- Board of Directors & Membership Meeting (Sat & Sun)
- 2 Keynote Speakers
- Silent Auction
- ACA Annual Banquet & Awards Presentations
- Annual Membership Meeting
(aka your voice in the association) - and the opportunity to paddle!
When is the National Paddlesports Conference?
November 5-7, 2010
Where is the ACA National Paddlesports Conference?
Call for Presenters:
The ACA is now accepting proposals for a wide range of classroom presentations, hands-on workshops, and on-water trainings. Deadline for submission: April 2. Read more...
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Whether large or small, a range of sponsorship opportunities exist. Associate your brand with the ACA and the premier paddlesports conference in the country. Sponsorship packets NOW available.
Exhibitor Applications:
We will accept a limited number of exhibitors for the conference exhibit hall. Applications will be available in February.
Conference Sponsors:
The ACA would like to thank NRS, Benchmade Knives, Wegmans, and the Virginia Outdoor Center for their continued support of the ACA National Paddlesports Conference.










