The purpose of Paddle Ohio is to promote paddling in Ohio and to raise awareness on the importance of protecting Ohio’s highest quality rivers and streams. Waterways included in the program are state-designated wild, scenic and recreational rivers; state-designated water trails; and select state park lakes that offer ideal conditions for learning how to paddle. 

Paddle on an eligible waterway, and you are part of the Paddle Ohio program. Participants can receive up to five different pins commemorating the program, based on the number of waterways they paddle.