National Sponsors

Graeves Auto and Appliance is your complete car care and major appliance center. Graeves is family owned and operated since 1952 and has a long-standing commitment to total customer satisfaction. Scott and his service writers greet all their customers with a smile, which reflects their experience in getting each vehicle serviced, or appliance delivered on time as promised. Scott is very active in community affairs and has received numerous awards from local service organizations and Chambers of Commerce.

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Liquid Adventures has been instrumental in assisting Team River Runner over the years. For over 30 years Liquid Adventures has been developing paddlers of every skill level on the Potomac River. You can expect the same outstanding instruction, depth of experience and sheer enthusiasm in every class.

NMMA members, more than 1,400 companies, produce every conceivable product used by recreational boaters. An estimated 80 percent of marine products used in North America are produced by NMMA members. Formed in 1979 in a merger between the Boating Industry Association of Chicago (BIA) and the National Association of Engine & Boat Manufacturers of New York (NAEBM), roots of the non-profit Association can be traced to 1904 when NAEBM was founded.

Outdoor Excursions specializes in providing quality kayak instruction in the Washington D.C. area. Kayaking is a popular sport for all ages and requires no previous experience. We maintain a low student/teacher ratio which enhances student progression. Each class is taught by an experienced paddler who is certfied by the American Canoe Association. This creates a learning environment that is systematic, easy to follow and fun.

Founded in 1999, we offer a less intimidating learning progression for new paddlers and a unique approach toward scheduling that allows you to learn at your own pace. Potomac Paddlesports was the first professional kayak school to have it's entire program fully sanctioned by the American Canoe Association. Our programs are uniquely tailored for beginners with an emphasis on safety, skill, and community. Our community makes up a large part of the DC paddling scene.

Each year, REI donates millions of dollars to support conservation efforts nationwide, and sends scores of volunteers to build trails, clean up beaches, and teach outdoor ethics to kids. Through responsible business practices, we strive to reduce our environmental footprint.

Sweet Composites supports Team River Runner with boat outfitting materials such as minicel foam and contact cement needed to help custom outfit recreational kayaks with a proper fit.

Manufactures whitewater kayaks and paddling accessories. Has provided many kayaks and related equipment for free and/or at cost; joining Team River Runner in it's tradition of serving those who have served us.

The mission of the Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) is to raise public awareness and enlist the public’s aid for the needs of severely injured service men and women, to help severely injured service members to aid and assist each other, and to provide unique, direct programs and services to meet their needs.

We are a proud member of the Wounded Warrior Disabled Sports Project (WWDSP) with WWP/DSUSA!