The National Sailing Committee of the American Canoe Association, promotes sail canoe instruction, racing and cruising. Both International Decked Canoe and open canoe sailors form the National Sailing Committee of the American Canoe Association. New sailors are always welcome. We have sailors ranging in all ages, some with over thirty years of experience.

The Open Canoe Sailing Group in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Canoe-sailing began in Britain in the 1860's and within a few years had established itself both in Britain and in the United States of America. During the summer of 1990 the Open Canoe Sailing Group came into being with the publishing of dates for meets and a regular monthly newsletter. It was formed to serve the needs and wishes of its members and to promote expertise and interest in canoe sailing. Although it is really a national "club" for like-minded people, members are keen for it to remain informal, relaxed and sociable. Nevertheless, some members who are so inclined both cruise and compete seriously. Meets are arranged in many different parts of the country in an attempt to provide a variety of experience and a 'local' venue for as many canoe-sailors as possible.