Other North American Race Associations
New York Paddlesports Racing Association
The mission of New York Paddlesports Racing Association is to promote the growth and adoption of paddlesports in New York State, while embodying excellence in sportsmanship and fair play. We are an all-inclusive group, welcoming Paddle Boards, Kayaks, Canoes, and any other human powered craft to participate in NYPRA sanctioned events. NYPRA strives to provide and support well-organized events to ensure the smooth, timely, safe and accessible operation of on-water competitions. NYPRA acts as a facilitator and liaison between various United States paddlesport governing bodies, including the United States Canoe Association, American Canoe Association, Michigan Canoe Racing Association, Canot Marathon du Quebec, New England Canoe and Kayak Racing Association, among others.
New England Canoe & Kayak Racing Association
The New England Canoe and Kayak Racing Association is an organization run by volunteers, dedicated to advancing the sport of canoe and kayak racing for paddlers of all skill levels. NECKRA seeks to support established and successful community boating programs to facilitate awareness of and interest in marathon and downriver racing.
Pennsylvania Association of Canoeing and Kayaking
The purpose of PACK:
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to promote the sport of recreational canoeing in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
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to act as a unifying organization for those interested in canoeing and kayaking in Pennsylvania.
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to act as a source of expertise for this sport in Pennsylvania.
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to act as a coordinating body for information of canoeing and kayaking activities in Pennsylvania.
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to promote marathon canoe and kayak racing in Pennsylvania.
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to encourage continuing educational efforts in canoe and kayak water safety in Pennsylvania.
Michigan Canoe Racing Association
Promoting Marathon Canoe Racing in Michigan