ACA Paddlesports Fishing Instructor Endorsement with Jeff Atkins, ACA Instructor Trainer
supported by Jeff Little, ACA Paddlesports Fishing Instructor
- LOCATION: Montgomery Whitewater, Montgomery, AL and the Alabama River
Held in conjunction with Paddlesports Trade Coalition Colab 2026.
Register separately to attend the Colab for FREE. - WHEN: October 16, from 8 am to 4 pm local time.
- WHO: Already certified ACA instructors who want to earn the Paddlesports Fishing Instructor Endorsement to be able to teach fishing from a paddlecraft. This is a hard to find, one day course.
- EQUIPMENT AND GEAR: It is recommended for Instructors to bring their own paddlecraft, PFD and paddle but we know some of you are flying in to attend the PTC Colab. Montgomery Whitewater will make paddlecraft, PFDs and paddles available for this class at no extra charge, if needed. Please note these needs during your registration.
- Fishing License: In order to certify to earn the Paddlesports Fishing Instructor Endorsement, you must have a valid Alabama Fishing License at the time of this class.
- ROOM AND BOARD: Candidates are responsible for their own meals and housing.
- CLASS MINIMUM: Class requires minimum enrollment of 4 people. If minimum enrollment is not achieved by October 9, CCL will cancel and send refund.
- COST: $250
- REFUND POLICY: No refunds after October 9, 2026.
- REGISTRATION CLOSES: October 9, 2026.
- Paying the fee and attending the class does not guarantee your certification. You must demonstrate the skill necessary in order to receive the ACA Instructor Endorsement for Paddlesports Fishing.
