Other Paddling-Related Links & Stuff

There are many organizations and clubs - even Web sites! - that help paddlers find other paddlers and get information about the sport. Check out some of the links below if you're interested in joining a club, want to find out more about some of the governing bodies in North America, or want info on surf and whitewater paddling.

PADDLING ORGANIZATIONS

British Canoe Union (BCU)
www.bcu.org.uk
Official homepage of the British Canoe Union.

BCU North America
www.bcuna.com
Official North American BCU website with links to coaches, scheduled trainings, assessments, and course information.

Washington Kayak Club
www.washingtonkayakclub.org
Home page for the Washington Kayak Club. They lead a number of whitewater and sea kayaking trips in Washington State throughout the year.

The Mountaineers - Sea Kayak
www.nwkayaking.com
Home page for The Mountaineers club. They lead a number of whitewater and sea kayaking trips in Washington State throughout the year.

SEE Kayaks - Sea Kayaking Directory
www.seekayak.com
This is a great link page to kayak and paddling clubs all across the United States. Check here for the club closest to you.

SURF AND WHITEWATER LINKS

American Whitewater
www.americanwhitewater.org
River gauges for the whole country and lots of info on put-ins, river descriptions, and weather.

Boater Talk
www.boatertalk.com
Chat site with a great surf zone section and also a gear swap section full of little boats.

Cascade Classics
www.cascadeclassics.org
Great info and trip reports from some classic PacNW whitewater runs and ski adventures.

OB Surf Shop
www.obsurfshop.com/
Live surf cams and links to swell prediction, weather forecasts, and lots of other surf info.

British Canoe Union Surf Committee
www.the-watershed.co.uk/bcusurf/
The BCU's surf site, full of info on surf etiquette, descriptions of surf maneuvers, and competitions around the world.

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