For 10 years, Paddle Antrim has championed Northern Michigan’s Chain of Lakes—building the only designated Pure Michigan Water Trail and connecting over 3,000 paddlers to these cherished waters.

Flowing Forward: Building Staff Capacity

Help us reach this campaign goal, which will strengthen Paddle Antrim’s ability to support and sustain the water trail through volunteer engagement, on-water programing, and collaborative partnerships.  

Goal: $325,000 by December 2025
Current Progress: 82% raised

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Flowing Forward: Enhancing the Water Trail & Access for All

Goal to complete in this campaign 2026 

Planned improvements in partnership with the Village of Central Lake.

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Why these projects matter:

  • In the past decade, Paddle Antrim has:
  • Developed & hosts the 100-mile Chain of Lakes Water Trail
  • Raised $1.3+ million for water trail improvements
  • Led 155+ on-water classes for paddling safety
  • Reached 6,600+ followers with water safety & stewardship messaging
  • Engaged volunteers to maintain 84 access sites

With your support, we will build on this momentum.

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Paddle Antrim is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
Tax ID 47-1402648
Learn more: About Us | Programs | Water Trail