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Fall Whitewater Safety Course

Siloam Springs Kayak Park 19253 Fisher Ford Rd, Siloam Springs, AR, United States

ACA L4 SWR curriculum at the Siloam Springs Kayak Park. This course will be geared towards the cold-weather paddler, that paddles year around in the Ozarks. Kayaks, Canoes, Rafts & Stand Up Paddleboards are welcome. arkansasoutdooroutfitters@yahoo.com. or sign up on this link. https://book.peek.com/.../p_zy8xk--ad41a586-30f6-41e9... This two-day course will be an action-packed, and fun-filled weekend! Our ACA-certified instructors […]

Arkansas Canoe Club Rendezvous 2023

ORBI Rentals 2115 Tanner St, Malvern, AR, United States

Save the Date for Rendezvous 2023! More details to come. For more information on this event, look at last year's at https://arkansascanoeclub.com/Rendezvous for an idea of the schedule and focus.

Arkansas Canoe Club Rendezvous 2023

ORBI Rentals 2115 Tanner St, Malvern, AR, United States

Save the Date for Rendezvous 2023! More details to come. For more information on this event, look at last year's at https://arkansascanoeclub.com/Rendezvous for an idea of the schedule and focus.

Happy New Year Red Hot Cider Float

Pinnacle Mountain State Park 11901 Pinnacle Valley Road, Little Rock, AR, United States

New Year’s Day is coming soon. It’s time to get your canoe or kayak and join us for the traditional bringing in of the new year with a trip down the Little Maumelle River just west of Little Rock. We will meet at 11:00 AM Monday at Pinnacle Mountain State Park by the boat ramp […]

43rd Jungle Boater Race

Turner Bend Campground 20034 AR-23, Ozark, AR, United States

Bang The Gong! Let's get it on! Join us for the 43rd annual Jungle Boater Race this year on Sunday, March 10th, 2024. Race begins at 12 pm. Race course: Byrd's Landing to Turner Bend Landing. We ask that all  reservations and pre-registration be received by midnight Friday, March 8th. Entry fee is $35 per […]

43rd Jungle Boater Race

Turner Bend Campground 20034 AR-23, Ozark, AR, United States

Bang The Gong! Let's get it on! Join us for the 43rd annual Jungle Boater Race this year on Sunday, March 10th, 2024. Race begins at 12 pm. Race course: Byrd's Landing to Turner Bend Landing. We ask that all  reservations and pre-registration be received by midnight Friday, March 8th. Entry fee is $35 per […]

Adventure Ozark 8 Hour Race 2024

Bentonville 100 N Main St, Bentonville, AR, United States

Eight hours of epic biking, trekking and paddling through some of the most gorgeous scenery in Northwest Arkansas. The Ozarks is becoming one of the premier outdoor recreation locations in the country and this race showcases why with rolling mountains, awe-inspiring lakes, incredible vistas and pristine trail systems. This 8 hour (Lite version) race is […]

$100

Adventure Ozark 8 Hour Race 2024

Bentonville 100 N Main St, Bentonville, AR, United States

Eight hours of epic biking, trekking and paddling through some of the most gorgeous scenery in Northwest Arkansas. The Ozarks is becoming one of the premier outdoor recreation locations in the country and this race showcases why with rolling mountains, awe-inspiring lakes, incredible vistas and pristine trail systems. This 8 hour (Lite version) race is […]

$100

Arkansas Canoe Club’s School of River Paddling

Gypsy Camp & Canoe 20271 State Hwy 59, Siloam Springs, AR, United States

The Arkansas Canoe Club’s School of River Paddling is designed to introduce basic paddling techniques on Class I+ rivers. Contained in these pages is information that should be read by each person registering for the school. When:   June 14th-16th, 2024 Where:  Gypsy Camp & Canoe on the Illinois River near Siloam Springs, AR. (NOTE: Little to […]

Arkansas Canoe Club’s School of River Paddling

Gypsy Camp & Canoe 20271 State Hwy 59, Siloam Springs, AR, United States

The Arkansas Canoe Club’s School of River Paddling is designed to introduce basic paddling techniques on Class I+ rivers. Contained in these pages is information that should be read by each person registering for the school. When:   June 14th-16th, 2024 Where:  Gypsy Camp & Canoe on the Illinois River near Siloam Springs, AR. (NOTE: Little to […]

Summer Solstice Sunset-Moonrise Paddle

DeGray Lake Resort State Park 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR, United States

The longest day and the shortest night - a golden sunset, plus a full moon's light! It's time for the Summer Solstice Celebratory Paddle! Make the most of one the longest days of the year, and join our park interpreters to enjoy the cooler, quieter side of DeGray Lake. Paddle under the last rays of […]

Summer Solstice Sunset-Moonrise Paddle

DeGray Lake Resort State Park 2027 State Park Entrance Road, Bismarck, AR, United States

The longest day and the shortest night - a golden sunset, plus a full moon's light! It's time for the Summer Solstice Celebratory Paddle! Make the most of one the longest days of the year, and join our park interpreters to enjoy the cooler, quieter side of DeGray Lake. Paddle under the last rays of […]

Arkansas Canoe Club Rendezvous

ORBI Rentals 2115 Tanner St, Malvern, AR, United States

This weekend long event is held every fall, organized and executed by volunteer efforts of Arkansas Canoe Club members for the greater Arkansas boating community. We invite you to participate in any part of a weekend of fun and learning. You do not have to be a member to participate, though who wouldn’t want to […]

Jaws on the Water

Rock City Yacht Club 1726 East 2nd Street, Little Rock, United States

Hit the water with us for an unforgettable night of suspense and adventure as we present a special free screening of the classic film Jaws on the Arkansas River! The Downtown Little Rock Partnership, Rock Town River Outfitters, and Rock City Yacht Club are partnering to offer attendees the unique experience of watching the movie […]

Happy New Year Red Hot Cider Float

Pinnacle Mountain State Park 11901 Pinnacle Valley Road, Little Rock, AR, United States

Kick off the New Year in style with a New Year’s Day canoe trip. Paddle down the scenic Little Maumelle River! Join the Arkansas Canoe Club for this cherished tradition on New Year’s Day, Monday, January 1, 2025. We’ll meet at 11:00 AM at the Pinnacle Mountain State Park boat ramp in the West Side […]

44th Jungle Boater Race

Turner Bend Campground 20034 AR-23, Ozark, AR, United States

Sunday, March 9th 12 o'clock noon Daylight saving time is on Sunday, so set your clock one hour forward the night before to be on time. Bang The Gong! Let's get it on! Join us for the 44th annual Jungle Boater Race this year on Sunday, March 9th, 2025. The race begins at noon. Racecourse: […]

49th School of Whitewater Paddling

Turner Bend Campground 20034 AR-23, Ozark, AR, United States

Planning for the 2025 ACC School of Whitewater Paddling event is well underway.  Registration opens March 1, 2025. When:  May 2- May 4, 2025 Where:  The Mulberry River, based at Turner Bend's Round the Bend campground Turner Bend is a private outfitter and store on the Mulberry River near Cass, Arkansas on Highway 23, approximately 11 miles south of […]

Saline River Canoe Race

Lyle Park 2 Rivercrest Cir, Benton, AR, United States

Get Ready to Paddle and Play!The annual river race is returning to Lyle Park in Benton, Arkansas, and you won’t want to miss it! Check-in: 9:00 a.m.Race begins: 10:00 a.m.Route: A scenic 4-mile paddle from Peeler Bend to Lyle Park Entry Fees: Solo Division: $30 per person Tandem Division: $60 per team Every racer will […]

Monday Night Paddle & Dinner

William Kirsch Preserve within Ranch North Woods 8803 Ranch Drive, Little Rock, United States

We will do a flat water paddle on Monday night, 5/12/25. We'll be meeting at The Ranch North Woods. Our plan, as of now, is to paddle to the floating camping platform and back. This is a casual event open to any ACC members. Don Rottman will be cooking chicken fried rice on an outdoor […]

Arkansas Canoe Club’s School of River Paddling

Gypsy Camp & Canoe 20271 State Hwy 59, Siloam Springs, AR, United States

Goals of the School of River Paddling The goals and objectives of the School are to provide participants an opportunity to: Feel safer and have more fun on moving water Recognize typical river hazards and options for dealing with them Improve fundamental paddling skills of: Balance Boat edging Basic body mechanics Paddling strokes for power […]

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