Home of Recreational Paddling in Newfoundland and Labrador

The Mission of Paddle Newfoundland and Labrador (Paddle NL) is to advance participation and interest in all paddling disciplines practiced throughout the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador. Our mission is achieved through the promotion of safety, skill development, conservation, advocacy, and an active program of on and off-water activities. All Paddle NL events adhere to our core values of fellowship, inclusion, and respect.

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Paddle NL - Disciplines

Paddle Boarding

Whether you go to a river, lake or the ocean, I’m sure you’ve seen people doing it.

From yoga enthusiasts practicing poses in the water, to surfers, fitness people, or simply individuals who like to paddle and explore.

So, how do you get into Paddle Boarding?

Kayaking

The rugged coastlines, lakes and ponds of Newfoundland and Labrador are the backdrop for awe inspiring paddles. Rolling hills, towering cliffs, canyons, caves and simple rocks create vistas that whisper and call to the child inside you. Providing a return to the joy and purity of discovering what’s around the next corner, what treasure and reward awaits you.

Kayaking is our chance to rekindle the magic of youthful discovery, of being touched deeply by the sights and sounds of these majestic shores.

Canoeing

Canoeing is a recreational activity or sport that involves paddling a canoe on a river, lake, pond, or ocean. It can be done individually (solo canoeing) or in tandem (one person in the bow and one in the stern). The canoe typically requires a paddle to propel and steer.

Canoeing can be enjoyed for various purposes, including leisurely exploration of nature, white-water adventures, wilderness camping trips, and competitive racing events. Canoeing has many physical and mental benefits, as well as its ability to connect individuals with nature and promote water safety skills.

Paddle NL - So much to sea

Awards

The Making Waves Award was established many years ago, in honor of the late Austin Anthony. Austin was an avid outdoorsman, master canoeist, a strong supporter and member of the provincial and national paddling associations over several decades.

It has been a tradition during the Retreat to award the Jim Price Passion for Paddling award. This award is given in honor of the late Jim Price who was instrumental in the development of paddling, especially kayaking in the province.

Paddle NL regularly recognizes people through out the greater paddling community that have done many things to help improve the various waterways thorough out the Province of Newfoundland Labrador.

Places to paddle

Whether on a pond, lake, ocean or river Newfoundland and Labrador has many places to explore!