Our Purpose:
Section 1. To encourage the growth of paddling as a beneficial recreational sport. To encourage the growth of paddling as a recognized competitive sport. Section 3. To teach paddling skills, river safety techniques, first aid, and outfitting. Section 4. To encourage the development and selection of state of the art paddling equipment and education in the maintenance of same. Section 5
. To foster the development of inter-club activities. Section 6. To educate club members and the general public by the publication and dissemination of a club newsletter. Section 7. To sponsor river trips and other outdoor activities. Section 8. To practice the conservation and preservation of all kinds of free flowing rivers and wilderness areas; and to work with other organizations who share similar interests and support environmental issues that protect our natural resources. Section 9. To promote paddling interest through cooperation with governmental departments, bureaus, and agencies, and private and public organizations who share similar interests. Section 10. To sponsor the annual Missouri Whitewater Championships. Section 11. To operate as a General Not for Profit Corporation for educational and recreational purposes within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as amended, by Section 1313 of the Tax Reform Act of 1976 and Chapter 355 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri.
