The Calgary Rivers Users Alliance (CRUA) was formed in 2016 to improve recreational boating access to the Bow and Elbow Rivers in Calgary. More recently we have expanded our scope of initiative to the Bow River Basin.
Our Goals:
- To advocate for the interests of all river recreation users in the Bow River Basin , including the paddle community, and the sport fishery.
- To improve recreational boating opportunities within the Bow River Basin.
- To advocate for a broader scope of working relations with Provincial and municipal government agencies to secure resource to enhance river recreational use.
- To educate government officials and department leadership about the importance of river recreation, and its contribution to the economy in the Bow River corridor.
- To work towards the development of a Bow Basin River Recreation Management Plan.
- To work collaborate with CRUA membership organizations to advance our collective interest with improvements in river recreation management.
Position Statement:
CRUA Position Statement – March 2022
Member Organizations:
Angling Outfitter & Guide Association of Alberta
Alberta Whitewater Association
Calgary Kayak Club
Lazy Day Raft Rentals
Paddle Station
Rocky Mountain Paddling Centre
Alberta River Surfing Association
Bow River Trout Foundation
Calgary River Valleys
Paddle Alberta
Calgary Fish and Game Associations
Waterwerks Kayak Club
Alberta Slalom Canoe Kayak
Bow Waters Canoe Club
Harvie Passage Alliance
RiverWatch
University of Calgary Outdoor Centre
Harvie Passage Alliance