Rhode Island Canoe & Kayak Association

Congratulations to Steve Norris Volunteer of the Year!

2026 Award winners

Volunteer of the Year – Steve Norris

Sea Kayak Leader – Bill Fournier

Flatwater Leader – Mike Hazeltine.

Blackstone Valley Paddle Club Leader – Mike Longenbaker

The Moving Van Award (Wilderness) – Aaron Rouby

Lifetime Membership – Chuck Horbert

September Paddler

Inflatable boats, inflatable life vests and pedal powered boats are not allowed on RICKA trips.

Annual RICKA memberships expire on March 31st. Please renew or join by clicking here

Wearing a life jacket while paddling is mandatory on all RICKA trips.

Any paddle sport is an assumed risk sport. Some aspects of paddling involve the risk of serious injury or death. The Rhode Island Canoe and Kayak Association, although safety conscious, cannot guarantee your personal safety in club activities.

Conservation

Read the Minutes
of the most recent Executive Committee meeting.

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