PTC Membership

Why Join PTC

Business Value 

  • Industry driven trade show development 
  • Collective strategy to influence boat shipment costs 
  • Collaborative regional trade and consumer events 
  • Like-minded industry leaders tackling industry challenges 
  • Share best practices, resources, and proven expertise 

Government Legislation Impacts 

  • Ensure our voice is heard at a legislative level (local, regional, state, federal) 
  • Inform our membership about legislation and the impacts it may have on our business. 
  • Provide our members with advice and guidance from legislative experts.  

Inclusion & Access For All 

Is this for me?

  • Our future growth is dependent on an inclusive paddlesports community, where new-comers and core participants alike feel welcome.

Where do I go?

  • Focus on the development of regional and state programs intended to inform consumers about easy and safe paddling access points. 

What do I need?

  • Develop and support regional/national safe boating programs that drive consumers to our experts… paddlesports retailers. 

Choose Your Membership and Join 

PTC member organizations are dedicated to advocating for and promoting the strength of the paddlesports industry in North America. Join us! 

Are you considering becoming a member of PTC? Our members passionately support collaborative and deliberate discussion and action to execute industry-wide strategies supporting growth in our industry and a thriving and inclusive community of paddle/human/sustainably powered boating enthusiasts for years to come. 

Brand Membership

Are you a brand/manufacturer with a primary focus in the paddlesports industry? Join now for all membership benefits

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Retailer/Outfitter Membership 

Are you a retailer with a commitment to paddlesports products in your merchandise mix? Do you provide consumers with safe access and guided adventures in paddlesports: touring, whitewater, fishing, and rafting? Join now for all membership benefits

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Sales Rep Membership

Are you an independent sales representative with a focus and passion for paddlesports? Join now for all membership benefits

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Associate Membership - Non-voting

Are you interested/involved in the enduring strength of the paddlesports industry in North America? Join the paddlesports business community, become an Associate member

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Save the Date

Bentonville, Arkansas is calling the paddlesports industry back to their wonderful city for the PTC’s first ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING on January 24-25, 2024.

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