Illinois Paddling Council
A Statewide Organization Representing the Interests of Paddle Sports Enthusiasts in Illinois

IPC State Wide Updates

IPC Seeks Paddler Confrontation Information
Have you been stopped or threatened while paddling in Illinois? If you have, we’d like to hear from you by completing our brief survey. Your story could help make the…

HB 1873 Update
By Scott Hays Illinois HB (House Bill) 1873 will open up access to all Illinois rivers for paddlers statewide. Significantly, 1873 is the year that the first statewide conservation law…

IPC Mid-Season Update – June 2025
By Anthea Halpryn We’re about halfway through the Illinois Paddling Council (IPC) racing season—and it’s only mid-June! So far, we’ve completed three races: the Current Buster, the Des Plaines Canoe…

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.
Our Upcoming Events

Pontiac Canoe and Kayak Race
Come and challenge your canoe, kayak, racing skills at the Illinois Paddling Council Pontiac Race, located Play Park, Pontiac IL on the Vermillion River (303 E Grove St, Pontiac, IL.…

2025 Henry>Lacon>Chillicothe “HLC” Kayak Jaunt
Sunday August 10th, 2025 • Distance: 15.5 River Miles LOCATION: Start at Henry Waterworks Park with a light snack to get started, then on to the Lacon Riverfront for lunch,…

Joe Kowsky Memorial DuPage River Race
Come and challenge your canoe, kayak, racing skills at the Illinois Paddling DuPage / Channahon Canoe, Kayak and SUP Race at Channahon State Park 25302 W Story St, Channahon, IL 60410. (41.423997950549754, -88.22776508622594) This…