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Join Qajaq USA

Qajaq USA is the American Chapter of Qaannat Kattuffiat - the Greenland Kayak Association. We have members world-wide. Qajaq USA is one of only two affiliated "Qajaq" clubs outside of Greenland. Most "Qajaq" clubs are scattered among the small villages of Greenland and are a major impetus in keeping the local kayaking traditions alive.

Our Mission:

• Qajaq USA is a nonprofit membership organization that is officially recognized by Qaannat Kattuffiat (The Greenland Kayaking Association).
• Qajaq USA is committed to supporting Qaannat Kattuffiat and their efforts to preserve, study and promote the traditions and techniques of Greenland kayaking while seeking to further the appreciation and development of Greenland-style kayaking in the United States.

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Your Contribution

Qajaq USA is comprised of volunteers, so your contribution goes entirely to help fund our mission.

This includes the publication of our high-quality printed Qajaq Journal, translation costs for historical documents (some of which have never been printed in English before), funding this website and the forums, costs of organizing and holding events, and purchasing gear to be used at events. We recently purchased eight tuiliks, four aquilisaq (short skirts), three avataqs, two harpoons, three SOF (skin-on-frame kayaks) and six paddles, for use at Qajaq USA events.

Also, in striving to keep Greenland the center of Greenland kayaking and to promote "learning from the source", we have sponsored prominent Greenland kayakers and officials to visit the United States. This includes Kaleraq Bech, Maligiaq Padilla and Kamp Absalonsen.

Our Membership levels have changed to better serve your needs.

Your membership is vital to Qajaq USA! Without your generosity we would be unable to provide the broad range of services that help us share and promote the rich traditions and techniques of Greenland kayaking.

Whether it’s through participation in our on-line community (Greenland Forum), or by reading our MASIK newsletter and Qajaq USA Journal, or attendance at one of our sanctioned events – we hope you agree that your membership support delivers an outstanding value.

You can quickly and easily join Qajaq USA or renew your membership online, using the convenience and security of PayPal.

Please click on the "Add to Cart" button beneath the membership category that you wish to purchase. If your membership includes a complementary T-shirt or merchandise items, please make the appropriate selection in the dropdown menu provided. If you prefer to mail a check, rather than pay online, please use the original membership application

Individual Membership

$35.00
Become an individual member of Qajaq USA.
This is our basic membership.
Your subscribing membership benefits include:

• Subscription to Qajaq USA Journal.
• Two Qajaq USA logo stickers suitable for outdoor use on your car or kayak.
• Discounts at most Qajaq USA events.

Institutional Membership

$35.00

Our institutional membership is perfect for libraries and museums who wish to support Qajaq USA and obtain the Qajaq USA Journal.

• Subscription to Qajaq USA Journal.

Family Membership

$60.00 (single household)

Do you have more than one Qajaq USA supporter in your home? This membership is perfect for all members of your household.
Your family membership benefits include:

• Subscription to Qajaq USA Journal.
• Two Qajaq USA logo stickers suitable for outdoor use on your car or kayak.
  
• Discounts for all your family at most Qajaq USA events.

Qajaq USA Patron

$150.00

Become a Patron of Qajaq USA.
Your patron membership benefits include:

• Subscription to Qajaq USA Journal.
• Two Qajaq USA logo stickers suitable for outdoor use on your car or kayak.
• One high-quality embroidered Qajaq USA logo patch.
• Qajaq USA silk screened cotton T-shirt with logo (please select size below)
• One high-quality tan Qajaq USA hat
• Discounts at most Qajaq USA events.
• Patrons are recognized in the MASIK, Qajaq USA's electronic newsletter and on the Qajaq USA website (you can choose to remain anonymous if you prefer).

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Qajaq USA Lifetime

$500.00 (one-time payment)

Become a Lifetime Member of Qajaq USA.
Your Lifetime membership benefits include:

• Subscription to Qajaq USA Journal.
• Your choice of any one item from our on-line store. Please indicate your selection in the PayPal comments when you checkout.
• Two Qajaq USA logo stickers suitable for outdoor use on your car or kayak.
• One high-quality embroidered Qajaq USA logo patch.
• Qajaq USA silk screened cotton T-shirt with logo (please select size below)
• One high-quality tan Qajaq USA hat
• Discounts at most Qajaq USA events.
• Lifetime members are recognized in the MASIK, Qajaq USA's electronic newsletter and on the Qajaq USA website (you can choose to remain anonymous if you prefer).

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Thank you for your support!

Membership questions? Please contact us.

Before you checkout, please visit the Online Qajaq USA Store and browse our selection of apparel, membership items and publications. Items are added to your current shopping cart for one-stop convenience! Profits support Qajaq USA.