Rapids Riders

04/27/2026

🌊🛶 Canoe U 2026

You’ve been meaning to try something new.
Something a little more… fun.

This is it.

Learn to whitewater kayak or canoe and get out on the river this season.

⏰ Last chance to sign up before Sunday’s pool session.

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04/27/2026

🌊🛶 Canoe U 2026

You’ve seen the photos.
You’ve thought about it.
Now it’s your turn.

Learn to whitewater kayak or canoe.

⏰ Last chance to sign up before Sunday’s pool session.

👉

Learn to paddleA Spring tradition like no other!   CanoeUFor decades CanoeU has changed lives by providing quality instruction and introducing people to the world of whitewater.   Registration for CanoeU NOW OPEN! Registration for CanoeU NOW OPEN!  CanoeU FAQs What is CanoeU? CanoeU is Rapids Rid...

04/07/2026

🌸🍻 Spring Beer & Gear 2026 🛶

You’re invited to the first annual kickoff to the outdoor season!

📅 Apr 25 (9am–8pm)
📅 Apr 26 (10am–4pm)
📍 Hornbeck Boats & Outdoor Supply, Minneapolis

🎁 First 100 get a FREE beer + branded pint glass!
🎶 Live music Saturday
🔥 Gear deals, boats, climbing vendors, demos, Paint N Sip

A new Twin Cities spring tradition starts here. Don’t miss it.

📲 Scan the QR to RSVP for updates!

https://www.hornbeckoutdoors.com/ -mj0a9dx6

03/25/2026

🌲 Looking for paddling inspiration? This is worth checking out…

The Far North Symposium hosted by the Minnesota Canoe Association is coming up on March 28, 2026, and it’s all about adventure, storytelling, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible by canoe. 

This annual gathering brings together paddlers who have explored some of the most remote waterways in North America. Expect:
🛶 Epic expedition stories
🗺️ Route planning insights and logistics
📸 Photos, maps, and real-world lessons learned
🔥 Inspiration for your next big trip

Whether you’re dreaming about the Boundary Waters, the Arctic, or just your next overnight paddle, this is the kind of event that fuels the fire.

👉 Learn more / register: https://www.mncanoe.org/far-north-symposium/

Note: This event is more canoe expedition-focused rather than whitewater-specific, but still packed with incredible stories and knowledge for any paddler.

03/19/2026

👕 Rapids Riders Canoe U 2026 T-Shirt Showdown! 👕🏆
Time to cast your votes! Drop a 👍 Like on the response letter of your THREE favorite designs. Voting runs through Sunday, March 22nd—may the best tee win! 👕🔥

02/18/2026

🎨👕 Calling all creative paddlers! With Canoe U registration NOW OPEN, it’s time to splash some style onto the 2026 Canoe U shirts with our T-Shirt Design Contest! 👕🎨

From now until March 15, we’re on the lookout for your coolest, most epic T-shirt designs. Think you’ve got what it takes to make a splash? Show us what you’ve got!

HERE’S HOW IT WORKS:
📅 Submission Deadline: March 15
📅 Voting Period: March 16 – March 22
🏆 Winner Announcement: The design with the most “likes” wins!

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
👕 The winning designer scores a FREE T-shirt featuring their design! 🌟
🎨 Plus, you get to choose the shirt color and enjoy that warm, fuzzy feeling of victory.

GUIDELINES FOR YOUR MASTERPIECE:
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-friendly, with no religious or political content
👕 Designed for one side only
🌊 If featuring boats, include both canoes and kayaks
🔤 Must include the text “Canoe U 2026”
🎨 Limited to 4 colors

Ready to make waves? Submit your design by posting it and emailing a photo or graphics file to [email protected].

Let your creativity flow and show us what Canoe U 2026 is all about! 🌊🎉

02/05/2026

🚣 Rapids Riders Updates: 🚣
1️⃣Pool session registration is OPEN!
Register at https://www.rapidsriders.org/pool-session1

2️⃣ 2026 Paddling Film Festival is March 10th! 🎥
Get tickets at https://www.rapidsriders.org/film-festival

3️⃣ Canoe U Registration is OPEN!🛶
Sign up at https://www.rapidsriders.org/canoeu-reg

01/29/2026

Rapids Riders Canoe U 2026 registration is LIVE!🛶

Register at https://www.rapidsriders.org/canoeu-reg

01/24/2026

Max your pool time with no need for weekly waivers!

Complete your ACA Event Waiver here:
https://aca.sport80.com/public/wizard/a/1358/home