Through out the summer, YCKC hosts a number of social events and weekends where our members can find new paddling friends to share their passion with.

Paddling Film Festival World Tour
Teslin- April 7th (proceeds to Khàtìnas.àxh Community School Nutrition Program)
Whitehorse - April 10 (Yukon Arts Centre
Haines Junction - April 23

The Paddling Film Festival showcases the very best in paddling films. Be inspired to explore rivers, lakes and oceans, push extremes, and appreciate wild places as we head into the summer paddling season.

Paddle with the President -Takhini River May 23, 2026

Gear Swap & AGM - May 21nd, 2026

Looking to do some spring-cleaning or add to your paddling collection? Bring it down to the YCKC Bins (25 Selkirk St) in Whitehorse. If you are looking to meet new paddlers, we will also have the BBQ going and a beer garden set up.

Tutshi River Beginner Weekend - June 13th, 2026

A weekend for new whitewater paddlers. We will be camping and paddling on the Lower Tutshi (Sieve Rapid to Tutshi Lake), with some Upper Tutshi runs for our Volunteer YCKC Trip Leaders

Watson River - July 18, 2026

Tatshenshini River Weekend - August 8-9, 2026

A weekend of paddling the classic Blanchard/Tatshenshini day run. 24kms of great class III, with 3 bigger rapids. Not comfortable paddling the whole river by yourself, we will also have raft support accompanying the group. Shuttle provided by Tatshenshini Expediting.

Kathleen River - August 22, 2026

Whitewater Rodeo (Whitehorse) - September 12, 2026

This annual event showcases the talent our members have. With multiple events over a variety of disciplines, there are participation opportunities for all skill levels. With a BBQ and beer garden, this a great time to catch up after a busy paddling summer. Registration starts at 6PM at the Rotary Centennial Walking Bridge, with events starting at 6:30PM. BBQ will be hosted at the YCKC Bins after the final event (5 Selkirk St).

Lapie River Festival - we're taking a break from this year's event.

The Lapie is a gem of a river near Ross River Yukon. With multiple sections of varying difficulty, this event is great for paddlers of all skill levels! YCKC home-base will be at Mushroom Camp, with lots of free camping space. If there is interest, we will also bring up the club raft for the kiddos! Please sign up so we know how much food to bring!