Mission

The Jackson Hole Kayak Club works hard to remain one of the most affordable and accessible summer programs in Teton County for youth ages 8-18. Leveraging partnerships with other community organizations, we provide low-cost and no-cost options to traditional and underserved youth populations. Over the years, our participants have gone on to become accomplished river travelers and explorers, world- class whitewater kayakers, earn college and graduate degrees in river dynamics and conservation, and lead restoration and conservation projects throughout the country. We are truly a one-of-a-kind youth program and an exemplar of how to engage a broad spectrum of public land users in recreation, education and stewardship. 

Goals

The Jackson Hole Kayak Club will continue to serve the youth of the Jackson, WY area. In the future, we aim to develop programs that expand inclusivity for all local youth at an affordable cost.

History

Established in 1996 as 501(c) 3 Non-Profit Organization, the Jackson Hole Kayak Club has been providing river paddling opportunities to Jackson’s youth since 1996. Each year, athletes ages 8-18 experience the beauty, excitement and importance of our local waterways through our whitewater kayaking programs. With a focus on fun and safety, we create an environment where young athletes can utilize the sport of kayaking as a vehicle for self discovery and dynamic decision making.  We help young people explore river environments, building skills and confidence to last a lifetime. Our programs are geared to those that have never been in a kayak to being seasoned river runners looking to tackle Class V rivers and national competitions. 

Alumni of the Jackson Hole Kayak Club are ubiquitous and have made roots world wide. Working in fields of conservations, land restoration, teaching, and more. The Jackson Hole Kayak Club Facilitates nature experiences in the Greater Yellowstone EcoSystem, making an impression that that permeates in the foundation of our participants lives.