Join CW! Become a Member today.
As a CW member, you will receive the following benefits:
- better, safer access to rivers throughout Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region, as a result of our Access and Conservation efforts (in conjunction with American Whitewater.)
- low-cost instructional kayaking classes: spring pool classes and summer on-river clinics including safety, playboating, slalom, and river reading.
- weekly open pool sessions from January to May
- free one-day Cruises (river trips), organized by skilled kayakers - more than 50 each summer.
- annual two-day Training Camp and free River Weekends.
- The Spray, the bimonthly newsletter for CW members.
- The Roster, the annual directory of CW members.
- special promotions offered only to CW members.
Your membership dues also support:
- First Aid and CPR training for Cruise Coordinators
- ACA certification for CW Instructors
Annual Dues
$30 Individual / $40 Household
Membership registration is now available online; you may pay by check or with a Visa or Mastercard.

If you have questions, please contact the CW Membership Director by completing our Information Form.