Illinois Paddling Council
A Statewide Organization Representing the Interests of Paddle Sports Enthusiasts in Illinois
IPC State Wide Updates
Give Back to the Sport you Love: Volunteer with the IPC!
The IPC relies on our ALL-volunteer organization to make available and disseminate the paddling information our Illinois paddling community needs and wants. We welcome new members to consider joining our…
Clarifying Illinois’ Muddy Waters: The New HB 5165 – The “Public Waters Access Act”
A new bill has been introduced to the Illinois General Assembly to “clarify the muddy waters” in Illinois paddlers’ access law and permit paddlers full and complete access to all…
The Illinois Paddling Council Priorities
Develop Water Trails and Improve access to Illinois waterways.
Work with State, Local, and National Governmental Agencies to address issues important to paddlers
Stewardship and Advocate for the conservation and restoration of Illinois Rivers and Lakes.
Paddling Safety and Education
Provide information about paddle-sports to paddlers and the public.
Paddling competition and sanction races in Illinois.
IPC Membership is open to all individuals, families and paddling clubs.