Resources
Only one thing is more essential to kayaking than a kayak, and that's water. Healthy waterways are important to us as people, as paddlers and as inhabitants of the planet. So when you purchase a Perception product, know that you're helping to support numerous major conservation efforts like the ones listed here.
American Rivers
A nonprofit conservation organization dedicated to protecting and restoring rivers nationwide (US).
American Whitewater Association
The mission of AWA is to conserve and restore America's whitewater resources and to enhance opportunities to enjoy them safely.
Environmental Traveling Companions
Environmental Traveling Companions (ETC) opens the beauty and challenge of outdoor adventures to people with special needs. Every year over 2,000 people of all abilities join us to raft whitewater rivers, ski across alpine meadows, sea kayak the waters of the Golden Gate and sleep beneath the open sky. ETC trips enable participants to access the wilderness, gain environmental awareness and share the adventure.
Friends of the Cheat
Our Mission: To restore, preserve and promote the outstanding natural qualities of the Cheat River watershed.
Friends of the River
Friends of the River is dedicated to preserving, protecting and restoring California's rivers, streams and their watersheds. The organization accomplishes its mission by providing public education, citizen activist training and organizing and expert advocacy to influence public policy decisions on land, water and energy management issues.
Futa Friends
Futa Friends Mission is to support viable economic alternatives to a potential dam in the Fuatleufu River Valley of Chile. The valley is home to some of the earth's best whitewater and other outdoor activities.
Idaho Rivers United
For all who love the freedom, adventure and solitude of Idaho's wild rivers, Idaho Rivers United vigorously defends the priceless heritage of our rivers and fish.
Maine Island Trail Association
MITA's goal is to establish a model of thoughtful use and volunteer stewardship for the Maine islands that will assure their conservation in a natural state while providing an exceptional recreational asset that is maintained and cared for by the people who use it.
National Organization of Whitewater Rodeos (NOWR)
In 1989, The National Organization of Whitewater Rodeos (NOWR) was established to promote the sport of kayaking through unique freestyle whitewater rodeo competitions.
National Wild Turkey Federation
The NWTF, headquartered in Edgefield, S.C., is a national nonprofit conservation and education organization dedicated to conserving wild turkeys and preserving hunting traditions.
Oregon Natural Desert Association
ONDA's mission is to protect, defend and restore forever the health of Oregon's native deserts.
Pacific Rivers Council
Born from the commitment to protect the free-flowing rivers of Oregon, PRC began as a statewide nonprofit organization in 1987. By 1993, we had become the Pacific Rivers Council, reflecting our development into one of the most influential river conservation groups in the country.
River Odysseys West
We offer rafting, canoeing and raft-supported hiking adventures in Idaho, Oregon and Montana.
RiverLink
RiverLink is a regional organization spearheading the economic and environmental revitalization of North Carolina's French Broad River and its tributaries as a place to work, live and play.
Rivers Alliance of Connecticut
Rivers Alliance of Connecticut is the statewide coalition of river organizations and individuals formed to protect and enhance Connecticut's rivers by promoting sound river and watershed policies, uniting and strengthening the state's many river groups and educating the public about the importance of river conservation.
San Juan Mountains Association
Helping to protect and care for the beautiful public lands of Southwest Colorado.
The Conservation Alliance
The Conservation Alliance is a group of 62 outdoor businesses whose collective contributions support grassroots citizen-action groups and their efforts to protect wild and natural areas where outdoor enthusiasts recreate. Alliance funds play a pivotal role in the protection of rivers, trails, wild lands -- natural areas where outdoor enthusiasts spend their time.
Trade Association of Paddlesports (TAPS)
TAPS is the professional trade association supporting the paddling industry in North America. Our members are the industry leaders in providing you with the best in paddling equipment, services and experiences no matter what your skill level may be.
Trout Unlimited
Our Mission is to conserve, protect and restore North America's trout and salmon fisheries and their watersheds. We accomplish this mission on local, state and national levels with an extensive and dedicated volunteer network.
Upper Chattahoochee Riverkeeper
Established in 1994, the Upper Chattahoochee Riverkeeper Fund, Inc., is an independent environmental advocacy organization dedicated solely to protecting the Chattahoochee River.
Utah Rivers Council
The Utah Rivers Council seeks protection for Utah's remaining free-flowing rivers and the ecosystems they support. Through grassroots democracy, local advocacy, education, lobbying and litigation, the Utah Rivers Council believes that careful stewardship of our rivers is central to the continued survival of all of Utah's inhabitants.
Washington Water Trails
Washington Water Trails Association (WWTA) is a non-profit collaboration of people who love to travel and enjoy the world by small boats.
West Virginia Rivers Coalition
Our mission is to seek the conservation and restoration of West Virginia's exceptional rivers and streams.