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Associations
American Whitewater American Whitewater's mission is to conserve and restore America's whitewater resources and to enhance opportunities to enjoy them safely. Silver Spring, MD  
 
Dealers
Confluence Kayaks Denver's friendliest kayak shop Denver, Colorado  
KayakOutfitting.com The concept is simple. We sell kayak outfitting. Mainly foam. Lots and lots of foam. Chattanooga, TN  
Whitewatervideo.com The Whitewater and Calmwater Paddling Video and Movie Store Marietta, Georgia  
Colorado Kayak Supply Colorado kayaking instruction and kayak equipment supplies Buena Vista, CO  
Boatwerks Kayak Shops Canada's kayak shop. Minden, ON, CA  
Starrk Moon Kayaks World famous kayak shops Havre de Grace, MD  
Kayak Corral Serving the Great Lakes area ... Whitewater, recreational and touring kayaks and accessories ... on site demoes. ph 800-893-0007 Email Saline, MI  
NRS First on the Water - Kayaking and rafting gear, boating equipment and river supplies, including life jackets, oars, paddles, kayaking gear, and rafting equipment . Moscow, Idaho  
RockCreek.com Rock Creek Outfitters is a specialty outdoor retailer with over two decades of experience in the Southeast. With a paddling shop on the Ocoee River and another on the Tennessee River in downtown Chattanooga, Rock Creek specializes in play boating, steep creeking, touring and recreational boating. Its full array of kayaks and paddling gear is also available online at www.RockCreek.com. Chattanooga, TN  
Nantahala Outdoor Center For more than three decades, NOC has been a leader in kayak and canoe instruction, rafting operations, and paddle sports safety and equipment. NOC Outfitters Store has the largest selection of whitewater boats and gear.Our paddlesports center offers rafting, paddling instruction, guide school, international paddling trips, multi-sport adventures, lodging, dining and retail. Employee-owned, we welcome all paddlers and outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the natural world with us! Bryson City, NC  
Rendezvous River Sports Rendezvous River Sports and Jackson Hole Kayak School were founded in the spring of ’95 and quickly became the hub of kayaking in Wyoming. Our store is an icon in western paddle sports and is among a rare few that is totally committed to our sport. Our enthusiasm for paddling leads us to have a deep respect for the environment and we work actively to preserve the areas we enjoy. We are easy to find - located in the heart of Jackson at 945 W. Broadway. Jackson, WY  
Get:Outdoors Get:Outdoors began its life as Pro Canoe & Kayak, in the 1980s in Raleigh, North Carolina, focusing primarily on canoe sales and repair. Over the years the shop grew, changed its name to Get:Outdoors, expanded beyond Raleigh to locations in Greensboro, and earned a reputation as one the largest and finest paddlesports retailers in the Southeast. Greensboro, NC  
Alpine Sports Boulder Located at the foot of the Rockies in Boulder Colorado, Alpine Sports offers a large selection of whitewater and other water sport products. We also offer a large selection of rentals and demos to help you get the most out of your next adventure. Boulder, CO  
California Canoe & Kayak (Sac) Rancho Cordova, CA  
California Canoe & Kayak (Oak) Oakland, CA  
 
Manufacturers
Riot We set out to design and build the best kayaks in order to have more fun on the water Montreal, Canada  
PS Composites Proudly creating kayaks as individual as the paddlers themselves Middletown, PA  
Dagger For those of you that have not heard, Dagger is made up of the world’s most dedicated paddlers whose love for adrenaline and pursuit of excellence has propelled them and their designs to the forefront of the paddling world. We love what we do because its Easley, SC  
Immersion Research We're a group of hard core kayakers whose love for the river has completely changed our lives. For us, kayaking is not just a sport, it's one of our life's passions. Confluence, PA  
Murky Water Paddling Supply With over 20 years experience moulding, painting and cutting squirt boats and boat in general, Ed is one of an elite handful who deserves to be called an artisan in the realm of composite boat building. Binbrook, ON, Canada  
Shred Ready Shred Ready is more than a helmet company; it is a philosophy for everything we do here in our factory and warehouse (which used to be the local feed and seed store). It is about always being READY to have fun, progress and do things better than they have been done in the past. Tallassee, AL  
Fluid Kayaks Fluid Kayaks is a young dynamic paddler-owned company that produces cutting edge whitewater kayaks. South Africa  
Rapid Rig Trailers Rapid Rig Raft Trailers were designed by an old time professional boatman. The design for this rafting trailer is so unique, it has been patented. The raft trailer has been in use for six seasons by outfitters and private boaters, it is time to share. Grand Junction, CO  
Mongo Products, Inc. Mongo Products Inc. was established in 1995 by Chris “MONGO” Reeder a Class V whitewater guide for Timberline Tours in Colorado for over 16 years. Mongo Products every design has been developed by actual users with simplicity and longevity in mind. Mongo first starting designing whitewater gear based on his own needs. He decided to make whatever it was that he needed or was using in a certain situation “better”. Products are made to be the finest available using the best materials possible. Vail, CO  
PeakUK The Kayaking Company Utah  
Jackson Kayak Better boats, better prices, real people Rock Island, Tennessee  
Aire AIRE manufactures of top quality rafts, catarafts and inflatable kayaks that are used by top outfitters and private boaters around the world. The Tributary brand of affordably priced rafts and inflatable kayaks are manufactured to AIRE's specifications. Meridian, ID  
Predator Helmets Predator helmets is the premier performance watersports helmet company. For 2007 we have five models in a variety of colors and they all come with a full fit kit. Every model is CE EN1385 approved by TUV Germany. The protection of the Full Cut to the stylish new Ducati - check us out. Style. Performance. Safety. Blaine, WA  
VOZ Sports, Inc. Technology for Sport San Diego, California USA  
 
Outfitters
Penobscot Adventures Whitewater rafting, kayaking, rock climbing, and paintball all in the Penobscot River region of Maine. Bingham, ME  
Middle Fork River Expeditions Middle Fork River Expeditions, licensed and bonded outfitter, has run safe and well-managed trips on the Middle Fork of the Salmon River in Idaho for over 20 years Stanley, Idaho  
Expediciones Chile Expediciones Chile invites you to come explore the best kept secret of Patagonia, a magical place where hundreds of glacial lakes are connected by thousands of kilometers of pristine rivers, all flowing through the dramatic Andean Mountain range. Eagle, CO  
Kayak Futaleufu Kayak Futaleufu combines one of the most magical river valleys in the world, two of the most exotic river camps imaginable, and an absolutely remarkable group of guides/instructors, to offer a paddling vacation that is second to none. Almonte, Ontario, Canada  
Wilderness Experiences/Westfield More than a paddling shop.... Full service scuba shop on the premises. Year round heated indoor pool on site. Kayaking, Scuba diving, and Swim lessons. Offering specialty courses, seminars and World Wide Adventure Travel. Best Sales, Service, Instruction, and repairs. Summer Camp, Corporate/School programs. New! Ropes Course on site Serving Western Ma. For 25 Years!!!
Family owned and operated for over 20 years.
Southwick, Ma.  
Costa Rica Rios Costa Rica Rios specializes in personalized, full service, and high quality year round kayak and adventure tours. Operating from Turrialba, the Whitewater Capital of Costa Rica, CRR’s roots are in rivers. Boise, ID  
Small World Adventures Small World Adventures invites you to challenge yourself with us on some of the world's most appealing rivers. Since 1993 we have been exploring Ecuador's whitewater and spend 6 months there each winter, using the knowledge gained on over 60 runs to lead the best kayaking and rafting trips possible Salida, CO  
Nantahala Outdoor Center For more than three decades, NOC has been a leader in kayak and canoe instruction, rafting operations, and paddle sports safety and equipment. NOC Outfitters Store has the country's largest selection of whitewater boats and gear.Our world-class paddlesports center offers rafting, paddling instruction, guide school, international paddling trips, multi-sport adventures, lodging, dining and retail. Employee-owned, we welcome all paddlers and outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy the natural world with us. Bryson City, NC  
Norwaydaze Norwaydaze is a high-end paddle adventure for boaters who simply want to discover one of the best whitewater destinations in the world.. We make trips happen for class two-three boaters as well as the class four-fives... We are proud to offer outstanding guides, rivers, accomodation and food, and want to welcome paddlers from all over the world for a true Norwegian experience. Otta, Norway  
Zoar Outdoor At Zoar Outdoor, we create great paddling experiences for adults, kids and families that emphasize the joy of kayaking or canoeing as a lifetime pursuit. Through games and an activity-based approach we make learning fun and we stress success in all aspects of our program by following a gradual skills progression that lets you set the pace. Our facilities are first rate. We are based in a 1750’s colonial house on 80 acres on the west end of the small river town of Charlemont, Massachusetts. The Deerfield River is just 100 yards away and our private riverfront access means many days end right at our base with hot showers and comfortable camping or lodging accommodations. A committed staff of paddling professionals who work and play at Zoar Outdoor because they love it is the key to our goal of making paddling accessible to all. Whether you’re out to view the scenery, spend time with family or friends, or hone your playboating skills, we’re here to help you power your own adventure! Charlemont, MA  
 
Publishers
Kayak Session If a photo speaks a thousand words, then Kayak Session is an Encyclopedia Lyon, France  
Paddler The worlds number 1 canoeing, kayaking, and rafting magazing Steamboat Springs, CO  
Dangerous Dave LLC Our ultimate goal in life? Kayaking. Showing you the reality of the kayaking lifestyle, Broke, Hungry and Happy. New moves, New definitions, new bodily contortions, Class 6 drops, Broken Paddles, Big Air, Big Waterfalls, and Big Smiles. Living the lifestyle by whatever means to be able to paddle everyday. Meridian, ID  
Down Time Productions METAL FLAKES is a new video that is all about the squirt boating scene in West Virginia. The video stars a host of the world's best squirt boaters, such as Jim Snyder and Eric Zitzow. Bridgeport, WV  
Imagine Media Imagine strives to create entertaining and educational whitewater films. Keeping with Corran Addison's record of providing quality kayak instruction of the highest caliber, and providing exciting entertainment, Imagine is a fresh change to the old format. Verdun, QC, Canada  
Rapid Magazine Inc. Rapid Magazine Inc. is an independent Ottawa Valley–based media company producing Rapid, Adventure Kayak and Canoeroots magazines. Rapid—the mothership—is core whitewater with new school freeboating, creeking, river running, OC1 and ww canoe tripping. Rapid now boasts US distribution and worldwide editorial coverage featuring plenty of breathtaking color photos AND excellent writing. Inside: pro boater equipment tests, fundamental and cutting-edge techniques, inspiring adventure travel, hot river news and more. Palmer Rapid, ON, Canada  
Earthbound Sports, Inc. Earthbound Sports has been a small publisher of high quality outdoor guidebooks since 1991 for two reasons: we love the out-of-doors and we love books.
Books Available:
A Hiking Guide to Rocky Mountain National Park: 109 Classic Lunch Spots
Chasing Jaguars: The Paddlers Guide to Costa Rica
Rocky Mountain National Park - 2 book series -The Climber's Guide: Estes Park Valley 2nd edition & The Climber's Guide: High Peaks
Uwharrie Lakes Region Trail Guide - Hiking and Biking in North Carolina's Uwharrie Mountains.
Chapel Hill, NC  
 
Repairs
Amigos Drysuit Repair We're the drysuit and drytop gasket repair specialists! Whether you kayak, canoe, raft, sail, or dive; we can handle your gasket replacement needs. Bryson City, NC  
 
Schools
San Juan College Earn an Associates of Arts degree in Outdoor Leadership, or just improve your outdoor skills. Classes are offered in Mountaineering, Paddle Rafting, Oar Rafting, Rock Climbing, Canoeing, Whitewater Kayaking, Avalanche Awareness, Swiftwater Rescue, Wilderness Medicine, and more. Learn from some of the best certified instructors in the nation. Classes range from $25 - $165. Call 505-566-3113 for more information. Or visit our website at http://www.sanjuancollege.edu/pages/422.asp Farmington, NM  
Otter Bar Lodge Kayak School We offer whitewater kayak instruction programs based out of our remote wilderness lodge on California's Salmon River. Whether you are a first-timer or a seasoned paddler looking to hone your skills, you will be treated to the finest instruction available, dine on exquisite cuisine, and stay in our spectacular lodge set amidst rolling lawns, towering forests, and the pristine Salmon River Forks of Salmon, CA  
Endless River Adventures Experienced instructors, international guides and professional kayakers-we're your partner in the learning process.  With a season from early march through October, and a variety of rivers for every skill level, paddling enthusiasts consider us a premier outdoor destination. And our season extends well into the winter months with trips to Costa Rica and Ecuador.   Bryson City, NC  
Nantahala Outdoor Center NOC's world-class paddling instruction brings together kayak and canoe paddlers of all levels with top-notch whitewater industry professionals. At NOC, we're proud to be an integral training and practice ground for Olympic paddlers and for people who have never been on a river before. Our paddling school is designed for everyone - from first-time novice kayakers to advanced paddlers looking to refine their skills. Our expert paddling instruction and first-rate amenities will help make your experience here unforgettable. Bryson City, NC  
Rendezvous River Sports Rendezvous River Sports and Jackson Hole Kayak School were founded in the spring of ’95 and quickly became the hub of kayaking in Wyoming. Our store is an icon in western paddle sports and is among a rare few that is totally committed to our sport. Our enthusiasm for paddling leads us to have a deep respect for the environment and we work actively to preserve the areas we enjoy. We are easy to find - located in the heart of Jackson at 945 W. Broadway. Jackson, WY  
Zoar Outdoor At Zoar Outdoor, we create great paddling experiences for adults, kids and families that emphasize the joy of kayaking or canoeing as a lifetime pursuit. Through games and an activity-based approach we make learning fun and we stress success in all aspects of our program by following a gradual skills progression that lets you set the pace. Our facilities are first rate. We are based in a 1750’s colonial house on 80 acres on the west end of the small river town of Charlemont, Massachusetts. The Deerfield River is just 100 yards away and our private riverfront access means many days end right at our base with hot showers and comfortable camping or lodging accommodations. A committed staff of paddling professionals who work and play at Zoar Outdoor because they love it is the key to our goal of making paddling accessible to all. Whether you’re out to view the scenery, spend time with family or friends, or hone your playboating skills, we’re here to help you power your own adventure! Charlemont, MA