A large majority of links on this page were taken from the links library on the Perception homepage. Check out Perception for more links, and some great boats.

Special Interest

Verlen Kruger Memorial
Verlen Kruger, arguably the greatest canoeist who ever lived, passed away after a long fight with prostate cancer. This site is dedicated to his memorial fund.

Quiet Water Symposium
An annual event where those who share a love of outdoor, non-motorized recreation come together to share: Our experiences and adventures in the great outdoors, the equipment we build and use and our concerns for our waters and related resources.

Organizations

American Canoe Association - ACA

American Canoe Association: Leader in Outdoor Recreation and Conservation since 1880.

American Whitewater Association
The mission of AWA is to conserve and restore America's whitewater resources and to enhance opportunities to enjoy them safely.

US Canoe and Kayak Team
Official website of the US Canoe and Kayak Team — a Slalom, Wildwater and Sprint racing resource.


American Rivers
A nonprofit conservation organization dedicated to protecting and restoring rivers nationwide (US).

Sierra Club

"Explore, Enjoy and Protect the Planet" is the Sierra Club's motto. This site has links to events, issues and chapters in most states (US).

Pacific Rivers Council

The Pacific Rivers Council is one of the largest and most successful river conservation organizations in the United States. Their mission is to protect and restore rivers, their watersheds and native aquatic species.

Canadian Recreational Canoeing Association

The CRCA was formed as a result of the perceived need that recreational paddling enthusiasts from across Canada required a national body to co-ordinate the efforts of those involved in non-competitive canoeing and kayaking.

Canoeing for Kids
Canoeing for Kids is a volunteer, non- profit organization serving as both a fund raiser and free recreational outlet for disadvantaged children. Canoeing for Kids' primary function is to provide free canoeing, kayaking, rafting, camping and fishing trips for underprivileged children.

Magazines

Kayak Magazine
Kayak Magazine focuses on the cutting edge of whitewater kayaking in the US and Canada.

Paddler Magazine
The magazine of the American Canoe Association.

Rapid Magazine

Rapid Magazine is Canada's best publication about whitewater paddling.

Playak
The on-line magazine that unites the playboating community. Site includes a list of playboating spots around the globe.

Canoe & Kayak Magazine

"The #1 Paddlesports Resource."

Sea Kayaker
Sea Kayaker Magazine On-Line

Travel

Riversearch.com
Riversearch.com lists the best whitewater rafting outfitters operating excursions on the finest rivers in the world.

All About Rivers

Site founded by boaters and commercial whitewater guides who have a passion for running rivers. Features include Virtual River Guidebook.

National Geographic Traveler
Resources for travelers including links, news, features and maps.

State

Check back soon for information in Michigan.

Federal

US Geological Survey — Water Levels
Find out where the water is running using the USGS website's map of river gauges.

National Weather Service (USA)
Direct access to U.S. official weather forecast products and observations.

National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration (US)
Links to Weather, Ocean, Satellite, Coastal and Navigational information.

National Park Guide

Website provided by National Park Service. Provides detailed information on US National Park locations.

Wild and Scenic Rivers
Official website of National Wild and Scenic Rivers System (US).

National Forest Services
Links to US National Forest websites many of which have information about rivers for paddlers.

US Department of State
Travel and Living Abroad information.

Miscellaneous

Paddling.Net
Canoeing and Kayaking Info: includes a buyer's guide and product reviews.

BoaterTalk
Canoeing and Kayaking Info: includes a buyer's guide and product reviews.

 

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