About us
The Apalachee Canoe & Kayak Club is for anyone interested in kayaking and canoeing in the North Florida Panhandle. The club was organized in the 1970s by local paddlers who got together to enjoy the many paddling opportunities in the North Florida panhandle. We hold monthly meetings with related programs and discussions on past and future paddling events. This club has a deep bench of experience and knowledge. If you are new to paddling and are looking for advice, the ACKC has you covered. Suppose you are experienced and are just looking for peeps to paddle with - we gotcha. All skill levels are welcome.
Join us at Crafty Crab, located at 1900 Capital Circle NE, for dinner. Our meeting starts at 7:00 pm. Join us at 6:00 pm to socialize, order, and be served before the meeting begins.
Some of our favorite local rivers are listed here. Sopchoppy, Chipola, Upper Ochlockonee, Upper St. Marks, Aucilla River, Wacissa River, Omussee Creek - Alabama, Econfina Creek (Bay Co.), Econfina River (Taylor Co.). There are many other seldom-used creeks and streams to the East and West of Tallahassee, and the coastal waters of the Big Bend provide lots of paddling opportunities.
NOTE: The ACKC insurance waiver must be filled out by anyone wishing to participate in a club event (irrespective of club membership status). Children (17 years or younger) on any sponsored ACKC trips must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian and have a waiver submitted for them by their parent or legal guardian.
Here is the link to the online insurance waiver: https://tinyurl.com/ACKCWaiver
This waiver covers the individual for all club activities for the current year 2025 as a dues-paying member. If you have yet to pay dues for the current year, then the coverage only serves the individual for two (2) club events as a "Club Guest.
If you want to join the ACKC, membership dues are $20.00 for the year. You may pay member dues online here: ACKC Annual Dues.
Upcoming events
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✨ Thursday Night Paddle Series – Golden Hour on the Wacissa ✨
Wacissa River Headwaters Park, 433 Wacissa Springs Rd, Monticello, FL, US✨ Thursday Night Paddle Series 2026 – Glide into Golden Hour on the Wacissa ✨
Join Apalachee Canoe and Kayak Club for our Thursday Night Paddle Series, on the beautiful Wacissa River.
We’ll launch and land at Wacissa Springs County Park, just in time for the most magical hour of the day — when the light turns golden, the water glows emerald, and the only ripples on the water are left by paddle blades.Think: smooth strokes, warm evenings, and that effortless “why don’t we do this every week?” feeling.
What to expect
Every Thursday is a little different, shaped by the group and the vibe:- 💪 Fitness-focused paddles to get your heart pumping
- 🛶 Skills sessions to build confidence and technique
- 🌅 Relaxed sunset cruises to simply soak it all in
No matter the interest, one thing’s guaranteed: these paddles are always fun.
### New paddlers welcome!
Never paddled before? Don’t have a boat or gear? No problem. All events have experienced leaders.
Two convenient on-site canoe and kayak liveries offer rentals, so you can simply show up and get on the water. We love helping first-timers feel comfortable and confident.🚣🏼♀️ All paddlers must have completed the ACKC Insurance Waiver for 2026 🚣🏻♂️
### The vibe
Friendly. Supportive. A touch adventurous.
Come solo or bring friends—this is where community happens, one paddle stroke at a time.### Bring
Water, comfy clothes, a sense of adventure, and maybe a snack for after. We’ll take care of the rest.
Join us Thursday nights and make the river your new weekly ritual.
See you on the water!
🦺 All paddlers must wear a PFD while on the water 🦺📍 Where: Wacissa River - Headwaters Park - Paddle Craft Launch
✨🌊 When: Thursday, May 21st
🕰 To be fair to your fellow paddlers, please be ready to be on the water at 5:00 PM sharp! Come earlier if you wish. As the days grow longer we will move the start times later.
🛶 IMPORTANT: If you are renting a paddle craft, please do so ahead of time so that you can launch with our group at 5:00 PM
🎩 Attire: Nautical panache encouraged! But do bring your life jackets. (If you are renting, outfitters will provide all required equipment.)
📑 REMINDER: All Paddlers must have completed the ACKC Insurance Waiver for 2026 📑
Links:
Here is the link to the online insurance waiver: https://tinyurl.com/ACKCWaiver
This waiver covers the individual for all club activities for the current year 2026 as a dues-paying member. If you have yet to pay dues for the current year, then the coverage only serves the individual for two (2) club events as a "Club Guest".
If you want to join the ACKC, membership dues are just $20.00, That's (4) bags of Fritos or (2) 6-packs of beer, or (2) tickets to a movie - and that's membership for the whole year! You may pay member dues online here: ACKC Annual Dues.🛶 Paddle craft can be rented from either of two local outfitters -
🚣🏻♂️ https://www.wacissariverrentals.com/ (850) 766-1250 (Jessie will bring your boat directly to the launch at the park).⚡️ IMPORTANT: If you are renting a paddle craft please do so ahead of time so that you can launch with our group at 5:00PM ⚡️
RSVP and let the adventure commence! 🚣♂️✨
WEATHER STATEMENT: Paddling is a water sport but it is NOT a lightning sport.
Spotty showers are typical as we move into the summer. We will be meeting as planned even if there is rain in the forecast. We will not be on the water in the event of lighting. If there is significant weather in our area, the paddle will be called off by 4:00 PM (by way of Meetup message and email to ACKC Club Members).##
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