The Hudson River Paddlers Guild was incorporated in the fall of 2006 with the purpose (i) to promote and support the practice of recreational watersports, in particular kayaking; (ii) to encourage training, technique, competition, and safety programs for the community of paddlers who seek ways to improve their skills and knowledge; (iii) to provide a forum for human-powered boaters, not-for-profit organizations and commercial entities that share the Hudson River to promote safety and communication for all; (iv) to improve and protect safe public access to rivers and to promote care for the aquatic environment of all rivers, in particular the Hudson River, for recreation and enjoyment.