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Show your support for American Whitewater with limited edition river inspired gear! American Whitewater has partnered again with FLOAT to bring you these tees, tanks, and hoodies, but only for a limited time! Celebrate all the ways you can enjoy the river, with our “Whatever your quiver, American Whitewater delivers” line of gear. Purchasing these items directly supports American Whitewater’s stewardship efforts! Tons of colors and styles available. And for every item sold, FLOAT donates $8 to our program protecting,

Legacy giving through the Enduring Rivers Circle is more than philanthropy—it’s gratitude in action. Leave a lasting legacy to the special places that made a difference in your life. The Enduring Rivers Circle honors people who include American Whitewater in their estate plans—ensuring river stewardship continues for generations to come. Why It Matters Since 1954, American Whitewater has worked to conserve and restore free-flowing rivers and ensure safe recreation for paddlers across the U.S. The Enduring Rivers Circle was established

Show off your best images to the entire community by submitting photos for inclusion in the 2025 American Whitewater calendar 📷💥📸 If your image is selected for the calendar, you’ll receive a free copy of the finished product! If your photo doesn’t make it into the calendar, we’ll hang on to it and consider it for inclusion in one of our other popular publications, like the annual impact report, our Journal, or other print and online uses intended to highlight

American Whitewater is now accepting nominations for volunteer positions on our Board of Directors. Serving on the Board is a rewarding opportunity to help shape the future of river conservation, access, and safety while giving back to the boating community. About Board Service Our Board of Directors guides the strategic direction and governance of American Whitewater. Directors serve three-year terms beginning January 1 and are expected to: – Attend three board meetings per year (one in person, two virtual) –

The newest edition of the American Whitewater Journal is now available online. American Whitewater member’s print editions should have already arrived (if not, they’ll be there soon!).  We have a wonderful team of talented folks that work on publishing the Journal five times a year, but at its heart the American Whitewater Journal is a volunteer publication that relies on community members to submit their stories, photos, art and other contributions that make up its content. This is OUR Journal!