Before we paddle (Registration)

Before We Launch

Sovereign Waters Participant Registration & Impact Survey
Full Name

First NameLast Name
Pronouns
Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Email Address
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Emergency Contact
Full Name/ Relationship
Emergency Contact Phone Number
Allergies
Will you be bringing an Epi-Pen?
Section Two:
Sovereign Waters collects anonymous demographic information to better understand who we serve and to improve equitable access to outdoor recreation.
Race/Ethnicity
Gender
Household Income
This information is optional and is used only in aggregate for grant reporting and to help us understand who we're serving. Individual responses will remain confidential.
Section 3: Outdoor Experience
Everyone's journey to the water is different. Tell us a little about your experience so we can meet you where you are.
Is this your first time kayaking?
Have you paddled on the Mississippi River (or Tributaries) before?
How Comfortable are you around open water?
Have you ever taken a paddling class before?
How often do you spend time outdoors?
How would you describe your swimming ability?
Section 4: What Inspires You to Join?
Why You're Coming
Section 5: How'd you hear about this?
How'd you hear about this?
Section 7: Community Impact
Help us continue building a welcoming paddling community.
Section 8: Photo Release
I give Sovereign Waters permission to use photographs or video taken during this event for educational, promotional, and grant reporting purposes.
Section 9: Open Response
What does being on the water mean to you?
Is there anything you'd like us to know before the trip?
What are you hoping to get out of the experience?
Section 10: What to Bring
- Water bottle (required)
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Quick-drying clothes (avoid cotton if possible)
- Closed-toe shoes or secure sandals that can get wet (no flip-flops)
- Hat or visor
- Sunglasses with a retention strap if possible
- Sunscreen
- Bug spray
- Any personal medications (inhaler, EpiPen, etc.)
- Snacks or lunch, if instructed for your trip
  A change of dry clothes and a towel (recommended)
- Waterproof bag or dry bag for personal items (optional)
"I have read & acknowledge section 10"
Type 'Yes'
Please leave valuables at home or in your vehicle. Sovereign Waters is not responsible for lost or damaged personal belongings.
Thank you for supporting Sovereign Waters. In this season, our focus isn't on making a profit. Our goal is simply to sustain this work and continue creating meaningful opportunities for people to connect with the Mississippi River. A minimum contribution of $11.00 covers your ACA participant insurance and payment processing fees. If you're able to give more, your additional contribution will directly support fuel, equipment transportation, and the continued growth of Sovereign Waters. Every contribution helps expand safe, welcoming access to the Mississippi River and its tributaries for the North Minneapolis community.Thank you for believing in this work and for helping us build a stronger connection between our community and the river. We look forward to sharing the water with you.

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USDYour registration supports the delivery of this program, including insurance and event expenses. For this reason, all registrations are non-refundable. Thank you for supporting community access to the Mississippi River.

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After you click Submit, you'll be directed to the required ACA Participant Waiver. Because your ACA event fee has already been collected with your registration, there is no additional cost to complete the waiver. Sovereign Waters will submit your ACA event membership on your behalf.
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