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Willamette River 2026 Event (August 20, 2026)

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Willamette River

August 20-22, 2026

(Thursday - Saturday)

Join OOPS for a three-day, two-night paddle down a beautiful stretch of the Willamette River from Albany to Keizer. We’ll paddle ~15 miles a day with the current and camp along the river (at Luckiamute and Independence).

You’ll need to bring your own food, water, and shelter (and have it all fit in your kayak!). Please-test your packing plan before Thursday morning. Do you have everything you need?

There is no plan to return equipment to your car from the launch site or either campground. There is no sag-wagon and there is no equipment raft. There is no storage at Bryant park. Whatever you bring on the shuttle from Keizer Landing will have to fit in your boat and will go with you for the entire trip. Again - test your packing plan before Thursday, August 21st.

Equipment and Food

There was an excellent discussion of what you will need for kayak camping. Look for it on the listserve.

Luckimute does not have a water supply, so plan to pack at least one gallon per person per day of fresh water.

Parking at Keizer Rapids Landing

Requires that we notify the Keizer Police of any cars parked in the lot overnight. This requires we submit a form to the police at least five days prior to parking so they can email the permit. Here is the form:

https://www.keizeror.gov/DocumentCenter/View/661/Overnight-Parking-Permit-Application-PDF

Or you can contact Lynn with the necessary information.

Schedule

Thursday, August 20 - SEE DETAILED SHUTTLE INFO BELOW
We’ll meet Thursday morning at the take-out (Keizer Rapids Landing), leave our cars and be shuttled with our boats and gear to the put-in (Bryant Park in Albany).

From Bryant Park, we’ll paddle down-river to Luckimute Landing State Natural Area, camping on the Willamette River across from the confluence with the Santiam River.

Friday, August 21

Friday morning we’ll depart Luckimute and head downriver, stopping for lunch on a gravel bar. Then we will paddle to, and camp, at Riverview Park in Independence, Oregon.

We'll enjoy the festival happening that evening (quiet time at 10pm), as well as food carts and pubs. You can also cook your own dinner. Water refills, showers, and food will be available in Independence.

Your Volunteer Staff:

Event Manager: Tori Wieldt, ‭(415) 519-0860‬, seashanty88@gmail.com

Trip Admiral: Mark Niemann-Ross, (503) 860-2183, mark@niemannross.com

Assistant Event Manager: Lynn Lindgren, ‭(503) 984-8730‬, lindschr@msn.com

Newberg Rogers Landing to the Yamhill River - L2 - T2664 (August 23, 2026)

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Full Name:: Joe Howell
Narrative:: Hey OOPS paddlers, join me this coming Sunday for a paddle out of Newberg Rogers Landing. We'll head upriver, most likely inside of Ash Island, and continue to or near the mouth of the Yamhill River, where we will likely cross over to the beach on the east side to stop for a lunch break. Along the way, we often see an osprey or two, as there are usually many nests in the trees above Chehalem Creek. As we near the Yamhill, there is also usually an interesting artifact to see up on the bank to our right (river left). Weather forecast currently says about 60 degrees at 9 a.m. climbing into the 80s in the afternoon, so bring a hat, sunscreen, and plenty of water to stay hydrated. There is a parking fee of $3, I believe, per car.

Water temperature should be in the low 70's, so dress appropriately for potential immersion.

I should be there by 8 a.m., but please be there early enough to be on the ramp, water ready by 09:00.

Meeting Time:: 8:30:00 AM
Launch Time:: 9:00:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: Newberg Rogers Landing County Park boat ramp
Take out:: Same
Route Alternative for bad weather:: None
Required equipment::
Minimum Immersion protection:: Shorty wetsuit
Primary Organizer:: Joe Howell
Co-Organizer(s)::
Has organizer paddled here before?: Yes
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: Yes
Organizer's first aid and CPR current?: Yes
First Aid /CPR Person::
Maximum number of paddlers:: 6 total, unless I get a second T.O.
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 85
Estimated Water Temperature:: 72
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 5 hours
Tide times & heights:: NA
Current information:: ~1.4 mph
Hazards::
Wind strength:: Level 1: 0-7 knots (8 mph)
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: Level 2: Waves up to 2', no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 2: Waves up to armpit; light to moderate chop, scattered whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
Currents:: Level 2: Mild currents (up to 2 knots): current increases / decreases group speed by half
Total distance:: Level 2: 6 to 11 miles
Open crossing:: Level 1: Less than 0.5 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 2
Rating Comments:: Potentially 8 mph winds
Location:: Newberg Rogers Landing Boat Ramp
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: NA
Link to map of route (Optional):

Puffin Cafe & Lady Island Circumnavigation - L2 - T2666 (August 23, 2026)

Sun, 23 Aug 2026 16:15:00 GMT

Full Name:: Teresa George
Narrative:: We’ll launch out of Chinook Landing Marine Park (off NE Marine Drive) and paddle across the Columbia River to Lady Island where we’ll head upriver to the east end of the island. From there we’ll wander up the Washington side of the Columbia just a bit further to the Washougal/Camas boat launch where we’ll paddle up to our dockside lunch spot. No pre-packed peanut butter and jelly sandwich needed for this paddle! On this day, we’ll visit the Puffin Cafe (on the docks) and enjoy lunch at this cute little floating establishment. We can tie our boats up next to the cafe and enjoy lunch in the marina. They have both indoor and outdoor seating and hopefully we can get there before and Sunday lunch rush. After our meal, we’ll head downriver and follow the Washington side of the Columbia as it goes under Highway 14. We’ll enjoy the lazy water of the Camas Slough as we paddle around the back side of Lady Island completing our circumnavigation. Our last section of the paddle will be a return crossing of the Columbia as we head back to Chinook Landing on the Oregon side.

If you want to preview the menu for the Puffin Cafe in advance you can look it up at www.puffincafe.com. The website indicates that they serve “Caribbean inspired cuisine” and they appear to have many excellent food choices on the menu. Please bring some sort of rope to use to secure your boat to the dock at the marina while we enjoy our early lunch. There is limited dock space there, so we’ll want to leave our boats in the water, so they aren’t in the way or a trip hazard to other customers visiting the cafe. Also, it’s easier to split the lunch bill using cash so please have some along.

NOTE: We will meet at the EAST end of the parking lot nearest the entrance at 9:15am so we can all be ready for the safety talk at 9:45am and on the water by 10:00am. There is a $5.00 parking fee at Chinook Landing Boat Ramp. You can either pay at the kiosk as you enter or there is another kiosk nearest the bathrooms. Please note that this time we are going to launch off the beach nearest the entrance. We'll be able to park there and walk our boats down.

Our mileage for the day is expected to be around 8 - 10 (miles).

Meeting Time:: 9:15:00 AM
Launch Time:: 10:00:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: Chinook Landing Marine Park, 5201 NE 223rd Ave, Fairview, OR
Take out:: Chinook Landing Marine Park, 5201 NE 223rd Ave, Fairview, OR
Route Alternative for bad weather:: TBD
Required equipment::
Minimum Immersion protection:: Shorty wetsuit
Primary Organizer:: Teresa George
Co-Organizer(s)::
Has organizer paddled here before?: Yes
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: Yes
Organizer's first aid and CPR current?: Yes
First Aid /CPR Person::
Maximum number of paddlers:: 6
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 75
Estimated Water Temperature:: 68
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 4-5 hours
Tide times & heights:: H 2:29am 2.02 ft, L 12:02pm -0.04ft, H 5:09pm 1.39ft
Current information:: 2 knots
Hazards:: Shipping traffic
Wind strength:: Level 1: 0-7 knots (8 mph)
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: Level 1: Under 1' waves, no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 1: Waves up to the deck seam; water glassy to rippled, no whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
Currents:: Level 2: Mild currents (up to 2 knots): current increases / decreases group speed by half
Total distance:: Level 2: 6 to 11 miles
Open crossing:: Level 2: Between 0.5 and 1 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 2
Rating Comments::
Location:: Chinook Landing Marine Park, 5201 NE 223rd Ave, Fairview, OR
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: Vancouver, WA
Link to map of route (Optional):
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Wet Wednesday in West Linn - L2 - T2662 (August 26, 2026)

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Full Name:: Paige Light
Narrative:: Join Paige for an afternoon paddle up to the Narrows before the General meeting at Willamette Park in West Linn. We'll meet at the Non Motorized Boat Launch on the Tualatin River, in Willamette Park and launch there. Then we'll cross the Willamette and paddle up river a couple of miles, up through the narrows if there's enough water, or up the East side of Rock Island if the water is too low, returning down the West bank to the put in. Along the way, we'll find a good spot for a chance to practice wet exits and rescues, and rolls, have a snack, and a bio break. Then we'll return to the put in by 5 pm so foks can get boats loaded and into dry clothes for pizza and salad at 6, and our general meeting with learning stations at 7 pm. Be sure to register for the General meeting if you are going to attend, as we need accurate numbers for the pizza order.
Watch for an update on potential weather closer to the paddle. Wear a spray skirt, no immersion wear required, the river is a balmy 72 degrees and 1/2 to 1 knot of current. Maybe bring a warmer layer for dinner in case you have wet hair, I know I will!
Meeting Time:: 2:00:00 PM
Launch Time:: 2:30:00 PM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in::https://maps.app.goo.gl/Y9mVGAZcYKg33SUM6
Take out:: Same
Route Alternative for bad weather:: Cancel
Required equipment::
Minimum Immersion protection:: None
Primary Organizer:: Paige Light-Powell
Co-Organizer(s)::
Has organizer paddled here before?: Yes
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: Yes
Organizer's first aid and CPR current?: Yes
First Aid /CPR Person::
Maximum number of paddlers:: 6
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 75
Estimated Water Temperature:: 72
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 2.5 hours
Tide times & heights:: na
Current information:: .5 to 1 mph
Hazards::
Wind strength:: Level 1: 0-7 knots (8 mph)
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: Level 1: Under 1' waves, no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 1: Waves up to the deck seam; water glassy to rippled, no whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
Currents:: Level 2: Mild currents (up to 2 knots): current increases / decreases group speed by half
Total distance:: Level 1: Up to 6 miles
Open crossing:: Level 1: Less than 0.5 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 2
Rating Comments::
Location::https://maps.app.goo.gl/Y9mVGAZcYKg33SUM6
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: na
Link to map of route (Optional):

August Monthly Meeting - Please join us for OOPS Outside on August 26, 2026 (August 26, 2026)

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 01:45:00 GMT

OOPS Friends and soon to be friends. These meetings are open to anyone interested in OOPS.

August is OOPSO which is short for OOPS outside! Join us at Willamette Park Pavilion located at 1100 12th St., West Linn. This will be an opportunity for hands on practice with Radios, Knots and the Ten Essentials. OOPs will be providing pizza, salad and seltzer waters.

Radios - Marty Martinez will be leading radio practice. He will discuss basic communication terms, what to do in an emergency or when you just need to communicate with the rest of your party. If you have a radio, bring it for real-life practice with fellow OOPsters. If you don’t have a radio, we will have them available for you to practice. Plan to be on or near the water for this exercise.
Knots - Jon Light-Powell will be demonstrating how to tie knots that you may need to repair your kayaking or when you are out on the water. Bring rope if you have it.
Ten Essentials - Mark Neiman Ross will be discussing the Ten Essentials and how to pack them efficiently. Discuss the what, where and why of Ten Essentials. Share stories about the time you had just the right tool to help a fellow kayaker when you are out on the water.

Please RSVP by Monday August 24th so that we can order the right number of pizzas. You are welcome to bring an adult beverage if you choose.

Comments, questions, ideas? Send them our way!
Lynn and Andy programs@oopskayak.org

Willamette River: Cedaroak to Foothills Park, Round-trip --Level 1 - T2656 (September 09, 2026)

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Full Name:: Christine Mayou
Narrative:: I generally like paddling upstream first on Willamette River round-trip paddles, but in this case, the parking is so good at Cedaroak and the facilities are so nice for a turnaround break at Foothills Park, that it’s worth going downstream first. This is a six-mile round-trip paddle. We'll launch from Cedaroak Boat Launch in West Linn. There is path that goes down to the beach which requires carrying boats. You can use your wheels if you want to dock launch. We'll paddle downriver past Hog Island and George Rogers Park, then stop for a break at Foothills Park where there are picnic tables and bathrooms. It’s easiest to use the dock there, but it is possible to paddle up to the bank and scramble up to the grassy park. Please arrive around 9:30, and we'll launch at 10:00 a.m. We’ll likely be off the water by 3:00 p.m. at the very latest. Low tide should be around 12:30 p.m. The tide will rise about one foot as we make our way back upstream which may help offset the mild downstream current. Bring along a snack or lunch.
Tides at Morrison St. Bridge:
2026/09/09 Wed 03:42 AM 2.97 H
2026/09/09 Wed 12:27 PM -0.16 L
2026/09/09 Wed 4:51 PM 2.52 H

Meeting Time:: 9:30:00 AM
Launch Time:: 10:00:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: 4600 Elmran Drive West Linn, OR 97068
Take out:: SAME
Route Alternative for bad weather:: TBD
Required equipment::
Minimum Immersion protection:: None
Primary Organizer:: Christine Mayou
Co-Organizer(s):: Paula Brottman
Has organizer paddled here before?: Yes
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: Yes
Organizer's first aid and CPR current?: No
First Aid /CPR Person:: Paula Brottman
Maximum number of paddlers:: 6
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 75
Estimated Water Temperature:: 70
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 4 hours
Tide times & heights:: 2026/09/09 Wed 03:42 AM 2.97 H
2026/09/09 Wed 12:27 PM -0.16 L
2026/09/09 Wed 4:51 PM 2.52 H
Current information:: Less than one knot
Hazards::
Wind strength:: Level 1: 0-7 knots (8 mph)
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: Level 1: Under 1' waves, no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 1: Waves up to the deck seam; water glassy to rippled, no whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 1: Frequent easy landing opportunities including gently sloping, sand, gravel or grass
Currents:: Level 1: None or mild (less than 1 knot)
Total distance:: Level 1: Up to 6 miles
Open crossing:: Level 1: Less than 0.5 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 1
Rating Comments::
Location:: 4600 Elmran Drive West Linn, OR 97068
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: Morrison St. Bridge

Orcas Island Event 2026 (September 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:00:00 GMT

Orcas Island

Sept 17 - 21, 2026

Paddling days will be Friday, Saturday and Sunday

General registration opens May 7th, 9:30 pm

Trip Organizers who have been approved to lead trips for the Event will be able to register earlier

Come paddle with us in the lovely and always popular San Juan Islands on Orcas Island, Washington! This year we are camping at a new location: the Four Winds Westward Ho youth camp. Located in Deer Harbor, the property includes one hundred acres of woods, fields, and waterfront. We will be the only group using the property when we are there, and will be renting a house with a kitchen and inside gathering space. There’s a large area for our tents near toilets and showers and a parking area that includes space for small RV’s. The camp is beautiful, quiet, and spacious. Daytime temperatures range in the high 60s, and it gets into the 50s at night.

Paddles to and around nearby islands are plentiful. The popular destination of Jones Island takes you through passes and around small islands to a pretty island park with a resident deer herd, sandy beaches, and trails through madrona groves and meadows. Or paddle to the more isolated and protected Yellow Island, owned by The Nature Conservancy, and is home to amazing wildflowers and frolicking seals, where you can hike with a 360-degree view of the San Juans. Take a trip to the many bays and islets of the horseshoe shaped Sucia Island and gaze at the interesting geology and strange rock formations. Paddles from Orcas give you a chance to see jellyfish, seals, and perhaps its namesake whale. Visit Mt. Constitution, rising above Orcas half a mile high, with its fantastic vistas of other San Juan Islands and Mt. Baker in the Cascades. Orcas has excellent pubs, wineries, restaurants, and shops, as well as the oldest pottery studio in the northwest.

Although we will be there in September, out of high season, we do recommend that you book your ferry reservation as soon as you are accepted onto the event. While it is possible to travel without reservations, sometimes there is a long line, which may mean a wait for the next ferry.

Your Volunteer Staff:

Event Manager: Gay Lewis

Trips Admiral: Tom Waldron

Assistant Event Manager: Nancy Schmidt

Orcas Island Event - Succia Island (September 18, 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:45:00 GMT

Full Name:: Brenda Brewer
Email address::abcbrewer@gmail.com
Phone:: 941-504-4513
Activity Title:: Succia Island
Date of Activity:: 9/18/2026
Narrative:: Succia is a lovely island, due North of Orcas. We will need a very early start, both to avoid afternoon winds, and also to hopefully be able to park at North Beach. Once we launch, we will do a 2-mile crossing to Fossil Bay, with a predicted 1.1 knot west-to-east current. From there, we will noodle around and up into Echo Bay, taking a break at the Campground Beach for refreshments. While there, we will check in with the group's energy levels and the conditions, to determine if we want to circumnavigate or head back. If we continue on, we will round the East end of Succia, admiring the many rocks, and head along the Northern side, being mindful of the seals and other sealife, and head to Shallow Bay. There we will take another break before heading rounding the Western end of Succia and crossing back to North Beach, with a 0.8 knot current, again running west-to-east.
Meeting Time:: 7:45:00 AM
Launch Time:: 8:15:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: North Beach, Orcas Island
Take out:: North Beach, Orcas Island
Route Alternative for bad weather:: Shorten the trip, cancel
Required equipment:: Towline
Minimum Immersion protection:: Drysuit
Primary Organizer:: Brenda Brewer
Co-Organizer(s):: TBD
Has organizer paddled here before?: Yes
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: No
Organizer's first aid and CPR current?: Yes
First Aid /CPR Person::
Maximum number of paddlers:: 8
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 50's in the am, up to upper 60's by afternoon - will update when closer to date of paddle
Estimated Water Temperature:: Low 50's - will update when closer to date of paddle
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 6 hours
Tide times & heights:: Fri 9/18/2026 - Low Tide: 05:07 am - 0.4'. High Tide: 2:04 pm - 7.68'
Sat 9/19/2026 - Low Tide: 6:09 am - 0.69'. High Tide: 3:08 pm - 7.89'
Sun 9/20/2026 - Low Tide: 7:17 am - 0.88'. High Tide: 3:54 pm - 8.04'

Current information:: Max 1.2 knots
Hazards:: Shipping traffic
Wind strength:: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: Level 2: Waves up to 2', no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 2: Waves up to armpit; light to moderate chop, scattered whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
Currents:: Level 2: Mild currents (up to 2 knots): current increases / decreases group speed by half
Total distance:: Level 2: 6 to 11 miles
Open crossing:: Level 3: 1 to 2 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 2
Rating Comments::
Location:: North Beach, Orcas Island
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: Echo Bay, Succia Island
Link to map of route (Optional):
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Orcas Event: West Sound to Blind Island RT (September 18, 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:15:00 GMT

Full Name:: Tom Waldron
Email address::thomaswaldron1952@gmail.com
Phone:: 5037061505
Activity Title:: Orcas Event: West Sound to Blind Island RT
Date of Activity:: 9/18/2026
Narrative:: Starting north from Four Winds Bay, we’ll paddle along the coast line of West Sound to the Orcas Ferry Terminal. From there, we'll cross Harney Channel to Blind Island Marine State Park, stopping for lunch. There are restrooms on Blind Island and 360-degree vista of Shaw and Orcas Islands. Note that there is no potable water available on the island.

After our stop on Blind Island we’ll travel west, along the coast line of Shaw Island. A half mile past Broken Point, just before Wasp Passage, we’ll cross behind Bell Island to Caldwell Point on Orcas Island. From there we’ll continue north along the Orcas coastline, circumnavigate Double and Victim Islands, before returning to Four Winds.

Paddling around 3 knots, time on the water, including lunch, should be between 5 -6 hours.. Distance approximately 11 miles.

Meeting Time:: 8:15:00 AM
Launch Time:: 9:00:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: Four Winds Bay
Take out:: Four Winds Bay
Route Alternative for bad weather:: N/A
Required equipment::
Minimum Immersion protection:: Drysuit
Primary Organizer:: Tom Waldron
Co-Organizer(s):: TBD
Has organizer paddled here before?: No
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: No
Organizer's first aid and CPR current?: Yes
First Aid /CPR Person::
Maximum number of paddlers:: 10
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 50 - 60 degrees F
Estimated Water Temperature:: 45 - 55 degrees F
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 5 - 6 hours
Tide times & heights:: 9/18/26
Low: 0.36 ft 4:29 AM, High: 6.82 ft 1:36 PM, Low: 5.96 ft 7:05 PM
9/19/26
Low: 0.62 ft 5:31 AM, High: 7.01 ft 2:40 PM
9/20/26
Low: 0.79 ft 6:39 AM, High: 7:14 ft 3:26 PM, Low: 5.45 ft 9:39 PM

Current information:: 9/18/26
Ebb: -1.15 Knots 12:54 AM, Slack before flood 4:43 AM, Flood: 0.89 Knots 8:51 AM, Slack before ebb 1:08 PM, Ebb: -0.36 knots 3:22 PM, Slack before flood 5:53 PM
9/19/26
Ebb: -1.07 Knots 1:36 AM, Slack before flood 5:32 AM, Flood: 0.9 Knots 9:59 AM, Slack before ebb 2:15 PM, Ebb: -0.37 knots 4:44 PM, Slack before flood 7:43 PM
9/20/26
Ebb: -0.95 Knots 2:28 AM, Slack before flood 6:24 AM, Flood: 0.95 Knots 10:55 AM, Slack before ebb 3:01 PM, Ebb: -0.48 knots 5:52 PM

Hazards:: Shipping traffic
Wind strength:: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: Level 2: Waves up to 2', no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 2: Waves up to armpit; light to moderate chop, scattered whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 3: Bad footing, rocky shores, or surf up to 1.5'
Currents:: Level 2: Mild currents (up to 2 knots): current increases / decreases group speed by half
Total distance:: Level 2: 6 to 11 miles
Open crossing:: Level 1: Less than 0.5 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 2
Rating Comments::
Location:: Four Winds Bay, Orcas Island
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: Orcas Tide Station
Link to map of route (Optional):
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Orcas Island Event - Four Winds Bay to Jones Island and back (September 18, 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Full Name:: Fred Harsman
Narrative:: We will leave Four Winds Bay and paddle south past Victim Island ,Double Island and Alegria Island before heading west around Caldwell Point thru Pole pass then going across Deer Harbour to Steep Point. We will then make the 1 mile crossing to the southern landing on Jones. We will then explore the island and have lunch. After an hour we will retrace our paddle strokes for a return to the camp
Meeting Time:: 8:30:00 AM
Launch Time:: 9:00:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: Westwind Cove
Take out:: same
Route Alternative for bad weather:: Explore West Sound
Required equipment::
Minimum Immersion protection:: Drysuit
Primary Organizer:: Fred Harsman
Co-Organizer(s):: Joe Howell
Has organizer paddled here before?: Yes
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: Yes
Organizer's first aid and CPR current?: Yes
First Aid /CPR Person:: Fred Harsman
Maximum number of paddlers:: 12
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 70
Estimated Water Temperature:: 56
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 5 hours
Tide times & heights:: 9/18 8:49 1.91 F (256 deg.)12:56 Slack 3:32 .83 E (60 deg.) 9/19 9:58 Flood 1.9 1:58 Slack 4:44 .82 E. 9/20 10:55 1.98 F. 2:42 Slack 5:47 Ebb 1.00
Current information::
Hazards::
Wind strength:: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: Level 2: Waves up to 2', no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 2: Waves up to armpit; light to moderate chop, scattered whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
Currents:: Level 2: Mild currents (up to 2 knots): current increases / decreases group speed by half
Total distance:: Level 2: 6 to 11 miles
Open crossing:: Level 2: Between 0.5 and 1 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 2
Rating Comments::
Location:: 286 Four Winds Road Deer Harbor, WA 98243
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: Wasp Passage
Link to map of route (Optional):
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Orcas Island Event - Let's visit at Jones Island - L2 (September 18, 2026)

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Full Name:: Ed Johnson
Email address::tenofthese@gmail.com
Phone:: 410.703.4793
Activity Title:: Let's visit at Jones Island.
Date of Activity:: 9/18/2026
Narrative:: Launch from the beach at Four Winds Camp. Paddle south past Double Island and Algeria Island, and Caldwell Point. Continue on past Bell Island where we will pick up the current in our favor (about 1.6 kt) as we enter Wasp Passage. We’ll turn NW as we pass Crane Island and continue NW between McConnell Island and Reef Island. As we approach Steep Point we’ll cross over to the southeast corner of Jones Island for a lunch break on its southern shore. Our return will take us N of Reef Island and Crane Island then head through Pole Pass then to Caldwell Point where we turn N into West Sound and continue N to Four Winds Camp. The current will be in our favor in the morning. Slack current at Wasp Passage is at 1:00pm The distance covered will total approx. 10-11 miles.

Meeting Time:: 8:30:00 AM
Launch Time:: 9:00:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: Four Winds Camp
Take out:: same
Route Alternative for bad weather:: shorten trip
Required equipment::
Minimum Immersion protection:: Drysuit
Primary Organizer:: Ed Johnson
Co-Organizer(s)::
Has organizer paddled here before?: No
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: No
Organizer's first aid and CPR current?: Yes
First Aid /CPR Person::
Maximum number of paddlers:: 6
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 60
Estimated Water Temperature:: 55
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 5
Tide times & heights:: 2026/09/18 Fri 1:37 PM 6.8 H;
 2026/09/18 Sat 2:40 PM 7.0 H ;
2026/09/18 Sun 3:26 PM 7.1 H
Current information:: 0 to 1.6kt at Wasp Passage (Wasp Passage - goes slack at 1:00pm)
Hazards:: Shipping traffic
Wind strength:: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: Level 2: Waves up to 2', no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 2: Waves up to armpit; light to moderate chop, scattered whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
Currents:: Level 2: Mild currents (up to 2 knots): current increases / decreases group speed by half
Total distance:: Level 2: 6 to 11 miles
Open crossing:: Level 2: Between 0.5 and 1 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 2
Rating Comments:: Wind will likely be the determining factor
Location::https://maps.app.goo.gl/mdCZ8TB9GsgBgyhX9
Photos (Optional):: yes
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: Orcas Island at Ferry Terminal
Link to map of route (Optional):

Orcas Island Event - Bioluminescence paddle (September 18, 2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Full Name:: Mark Niemann-Ross
Email address::mark@niemannross.com
Phone:: 5038602183
Activity Title:: Bioluminescence paddle
Date of Activity:: 9/18/2026
Narrative:: September will be a great time to see bioluminescence and Orcas island will be a great place to do it.

This is a level-two nighttime paddle and all participants are required to bring headlamps with red-light settings.

We will launch after sunset (7:17 pm), then paddle along the shore until we find a place devoid of man-made light. Any minute now, we'll see the miracle of bioluminescence. This is an experience you'll never forget.

Both time and distance will be kept to a minimum.
Meeting Time:: 7:00:00 PM
Launch Time:: 7:30:00 PM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: Orcas Island. Exact location tbd
Take out:: same as put-in
Route Alternative for bad weather:: cancel
Required equipment::
Minimum Immersion protection:: Farmer John
Primary Organizer:: Mark Niemann-Ross
Co-Organizer(s)::
Has organizer paddled here before?: No
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: No
Organizer's first aid and CPR current?: Yes
First Aid /CPR Person::
Maximum number of paddlers:: 5
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 65
Estimated Water Temperature:: 60
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 2 hours
Tide times & heights:: to come
Current information::
Hazards:: Night paddling
Wind strength:: Level 1: 0-7 knots (8 mph)
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: Level 1: Under 1' waves, no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 1: Waves up to the deck seam; water glassy to rippled, no whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
Currents:: Level 2: Mild currents (up to 2 knots): current increases / decreases group speed by half
Total distance:: Level 1: Up to 6 miles
Open crossing:: Level 1: Less than 0.5 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 2
Rating Comments:: L2 because of night paddle
Location:: tbd - Orcas Island
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: Orcas Island, WA
Link to map of route (Optional):

Orcas Island Event - Victim Island to Jones Island Marine State Park (September 19, 2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Full Name:: Mark Niemann-Ross
Narrative:: We'll paddle from Victim Island south along Friday Harbor and handrail along the north east shore, past deer harbor marina, past Fawn Island and south of Steep Point. From somewhere near that point, we'll cross over to Jones Island State Park for lunch.

After a satisfying lunch, we'll return home via the same route.
Meeting Time:: 8:30:00 AM
Launch Time:: 9:00:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: Four Winds
Take out:: Round trip
Route Alternative for bad weather:: Stop at Deer Harbor
Required equipment::
Minimum Immersion protection:: Full wet suit
Primary Organizer:: Mark Niemann-Ross
Co-Organizer(s)::
Has organizer paddled here before?: Yes
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: Yes
Organizer's first aid and CPR current?: Yes
First Aid /CPR Person::
Maximum number of paddlers:: 5
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 70
Estimated Water Temperature:: 60
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 5 hours
Tide times & heights:: 5:22 am - .6
2:57 pm - 7.2
Current information:: 0 to 1.7
Hazards::
Wind strength:: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: Level 2: Waves up to 2', no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 2: Waves up to armpit; light to moderate chop, scattered whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
Currents:: Level 2: Mild currents (up to 2 knots): current increases / decreases group speed by half
Total distance:: Level 2: 6 to 11 miles
Open crossing:: Level 2: Between 0.5 and 1 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 2
Rating Comments::
Location:: Four Winds
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: Friday Harbor
Link to map of route (Optional):
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Orcas Island Event - Campsite Beach to Yellow Island RT - L2 (September 19, 2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Full Name:: Jon Light-Powell
Narrative:: Leave from our Beach at the campsite around 9:00 (depending on day). Catch the flood current out through Wasp Passage (max current around 2knotts). Continue around South side of Crane Island and then cross the channel east to McConnel Island. Now head South(ish) to the beach on Yellow island. Stay here for about an hour. Eat Lunch and walk around the island.
After Lunch complete clockwise around Yellow Island then head North along the east coast of McConnel island. Travel East side of Reef Island and then east East toward North side of Crane island and the small passage between Crane and Orcas (Pole Pass). Current should be at Ebb or just slightly past ebb for an easy passage through Pole (This timing is for Friday).
Follow Orcas coast back to Camp.
Total Distance around 9 miles.
Total Time (including Lunch) around 5 hours.

Meeting Time:: 8:30:00 AM
Launch Time:: 9:00:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: Beach at Campsite
Take out:: Same
Route Alternative for bad weather:: Tour around Bay
Required equipment::
Minimum Immersion protection:: Full wet suit
Primary Organizer:: Jon Light-Powell
Co-Organizer(s)::
Has organizer paddled here before?: No
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: No
Organizer's first aid and CPR current?: Yes
First Aid /CPR Person::
Maximum number of paddlers:: 10
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 65
Estimated Water Temperature:: 55
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 5 hours
Tide times & heights:: Friday:
high feet
1:37pm 6.82
9:09pm 6.02
low feet
4:30am 0.36
7:11pm 5.95

Sat:
high feet
2:40pm 7.02
10:13pm 5.77
low feet
5:32am 0.62
9:07pm 5.72

Sun:
igh feet
3:26pm 7.14
11:35pm 5.64
low feet
6:41am 0.79
9:39pm 5.45
Current information:: Current at Wasp Passage Narrows according to Deep Zoom
Friday:
max flood knots
8:49am 1.68
7:25pm 0.29
max ebb knots
12:53am -1.82
3:33pm -0.74

Saturday:
max flood knots
9:58am 1.66
8:22pm 0
max ebb knots
1:39am -1.67
4:45pm -0.73

Sunday:
max flood knots
10:55am 1.73
10:48pm -0.04
max ebb knots
2:34am -1.49
5:48pm -0.89
Hazards::
Wind strength:: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: Level 2: Waves up to 2', no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 2: Waves up to armpit; light to moderate chop, scattered whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
Currents:: Level 2: Mild currents (up to 2 knots): current increases / decreases group speed by half
Total distance:: Level 2: 6 to 11 miles
Open crossing:: Level 2: Between 0.5 and 1 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 2
Rating Comments:: Not many places to take a break besides the beach at the destination.
Location:: The Beach
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: Orcas
Link to map of route (Optional): xhttps://www.deepzoom.com/s/20260803-295J2oD7f6
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Orcas Island Event - Circumnavigate Sucia Island from North Beach (September 19, 2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Full Name:: Joe Howell
Narrative: We will launch from North beach at 8:30 a.m. and start the 2-mile crossing to the east side of Sucia Island to start a counter-clockwise circumnavigation. As we work our way around the island, we will stop at the campground, which has pit toilets, for a break. At the beach, after checking on the group's energy level and the conditions, we can either proceed around the N side of Sucia, or portage across to Shallow Bay. From Shallow Bay, we will decide on our return crossing to North Beach.
Meeting Time: 8:00:00 AM
Launch Time: 8:30:00 AM
Type of activity: Paddle Trip
Put in: North Beach, Orcas Island.
Take out: Same
Route Alternative for bad weather: none
Required equipment:
Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
Primary Organizer: Joe Howell
Co-Organizer(s): TBD
Has organizer paddled here before? Yes
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before? Yes
Organizer's first aid and CPR current? Yes
First Aid /CPR Person: Joe Howell
Maximum number of paddlers: 5 with one T.O., 10 if I get a second T.O.
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature: 55
Estimated Water Temperature: 50
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 5-6 hours
Tide times & heights: 9/19/26
Low: 0.62 ft 5:31 AM, High: 7.01 ft 2:40 PM

Current information: 1 to 2 kts. throughout the paddle
Hazards: Potential boat traffic
Wind strength: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably affects movement of paddle
Swell/Surf size: Level 2: Waves up to 2', no breaking waves
Sea state: Level 2: Waves up to armpit; light to moderate chop, scattered whitecaps
Landing types: Level 2: Frequent easy landing opportunities including gently sloping, sand, gravel or grass
Currents: Level 2: Mild currents (up to 2 knots): current increases / decreases group speed by half
Total distance: Level 2: 6 to 11 miles
Open crossing: Level 3: 1 to 2 miles
Paddling Environment:
Overall rating: Level 2
Rating Comments: Level 2 for distance and potential power boat traffic
Location: Orcas Island
Photos (Optional):
COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station: Echo Bay
Link to map of route (Optional)

Orcas Island Event - Four Winds to Shaw IS County Park - L2 (September 19, 2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Full Name:: Steve Blackwood
Narrative:: We will put in at the campgrounds beach and paddle down to Blind Is for a quick Bio break We will follow the shore of Shaw Is around to Indian cove and stop for lunch a Shaw County Park. We will then retrace our route to our put in at Four Winds Beach.

This will be about a 14-mile paddle. Some of it wil be against the current which is about 3/4 of a knot. It will be a workout, but we will be with the current on the way back. By using good paddling techniques, it should be a very doable paddle.

Meeting Time:: 9:00:00 AM
Launch Time:: 9:30:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: Four Winds Westward Ho Beach
Take out:: Fourwinds Westward Ho Beach
Route Alternative for bad weather:: TBD
Required equipment::
Minimum Immersion protection:: Drysuit
Primary Organizer:: Steve Blackwood
Co-Organizer(s):: TBD
Has organizer paddled here before?: No
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: No
Organizer's first aid and CPR current?: Yes
First Aid /CPR Person::
Maximum number of paddlers:: 10
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 60
Estimated Water Temperature:: 55
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 5
Tide times & heights:: Low 6:32am 0ft
High 2:40pm 7ft
Current information:: Harney Channell peaks at 10:17am .9kts
Hazards:: Shipping traffic
Wind strength:: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: Level 2: Waves up to 2', no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 2: Waves up to armpit; light to moderate chop, scattered whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
Currents:: Level 1: None or mild (less than 1 knot)
Total distance:: Level 3: 11 to 15 miles
Open crossing:: Level 1: Less than 0.5 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 2
Rating Comments::
Location::https://maps.app.goo.gl/7pmoejW7TGYDmHk16
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: Orcas
Link to map of route (Optional):
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Orcas Island Event - Obstruction Pass to Doe Island and PeaPods - L3 (September 19, 2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 16:15:00 GMT

Full Name:: Paige Light-Powell
Narrative:: The date is subject to change based on Event Needs.
Come explore the SE side of Orcas Island. We'll launch at the public boat launch next to Lieberhaven Resort (https://maps.app.goo.gl/Xh4XEMmbmH8R4yXz6), paddle with a current assist through Obstruction Pass, and then up the shore to Doe Bay Resort, where we can take a break, stretch, and maybe get a snack from the store. Then we'll continue North a bit, and make a 1/2 mile crossing to explore the Pea Pods Rocks while staying at least 200 yards from shore. These rocks are part of the San Juan Islands National Wildlife Refuge. If we're really lucky, we might see an orca, as others have reported sightings there. After exploring those islands, we'll travel west back to Orcas, then come south past Doe Bay to Doe Island Marine State Park (https://parks.wa.gov/find-parks/state-parks/doe-island-marine-state-park), landing on the south side sandy beach for lunch, then returning by noodling along the shore of Orcas Island, and coming back through Obstruction Pass with a slight assist from the Ebb tide. This is a longer paddle, at 11 NM, dry suits with adequate layering and sea kayaks with bulkheads required.
Meeting Time:: 9:15:00 AM
Launch Time:: 10:00:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: Public Boat Launch next to Lieberhaven Resort: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Xh4XEMmbmH8R4yXz6
Take out:: same
Route Alternative for bad weather:: Shorten trip to visit just South PeaPod, or Just to Doe Bay Island
Required equipment:: Helmet
Minimum Immersion protection:: Full wet suit
Primary Organizer:: Paige Light-Powell
Co-Organizer(s):: TBD
Has organizer paddled here before?: No
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: No
Organizer's first aid and CPR current?: Yes
First Aid /CPR Person::
Maximum number of paddlers:: 6
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 70
Estimated Water Temperature:: 53
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 6 hours
Tide times & heights:: Low 4:54 am, .6, High 2:41 pm, 7.6, Low 8:29 pm, 5.9
Current information:: Obstruction Pass: Max Flood_10:05 1.3 kt, Slack_1:17 pm, Max Ebb_4:19 pm -.5
Peapod Rocks Light, Max Flood 10:42 am_1.8 kt, Slack 2:56 pm, Max Ebb_5:22 pm -.6
Hazards:: Shipping traffic
Wind strength:: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: Level 2: Waves up to 2', no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 2: Waves up to armpit; light to moderate chop, scattered whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 3: Bad footing, rocky shores, or surf up to 1.5'
Currents:: Level 2: Mild currents (up to 2 knots): current increases / decreases group speed by half
Total distance:: Level 3: 11 to 15 miles
Open crossing:: Level 2: Between 0.5 and 1 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 3
Rating Comments:: From Doe Bay to PeaPods and back there are no landings, as the islands are protected. Level 3 due to this and distance.
Location:: Public Boat Launch next to Lieberhaven Resort: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Xh4XEMmbmH8R4yXz6
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: Peavine Pass
Link to map of route (Optional): DeepZoom trip: Obstruction Pass to Doe Bay and Pea Pods https://www.deepzoom.com/trip/3952da6j
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Put in::

Orcas Island Event - West Sound to Blind and Return (September 19, 2026)

Sat, 19 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Full Name:: Ed Johnson
Email address::tenofthese@gmail.com
Phone:: 410.703.4793
Activity Title:: West Sound to Blind and Return
Date of Activity:: 9/18/2026
Narrative:: We will meet at West Sound 9:30 and launch at 10:00. Parking is limited. Our paddle will be a clockwise loop to take advantage of the westward current through Cayou Channel. We follow the eastern shoreline of West Sound until we near the Orcas ferry terminal. We’ll raft up, rest, assess boat traffic before crossing the Cayou Channel over to Shaw Island. Then we paddle east to Blind Island Marine State Park where we’ll stop for a break. The we’ll paddle west along Shaw Island with a helping push from the current until we reach Broken Point. From there we will cross over to Caldwell Point on Orcas Island and along the west side of West Sound past Algeria Island, Double Island and Victim Island. We eventually we’ll turn east and cross back to our put-in. 
Meeting Time:: 9:30:00 AM
Launch Time:: 10:00:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: Orcas Island Yacht Club, 876 Deer Harbor Rd, Eastsound, WA 98245
Take out:: same
Route Alternative for bad weather:: No crossing
Required equipment::
Minimum Immersion protection:: Drysuit
Primary Organizer:: Ed Johnson
Co-Organizer(s)::
Has organizer paddled here before?: No
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: No
Organizer's first aid and CPR current?: Yes
First Aid /CPR Person::
Maximum number of paddlers:: 10
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 60
Estimated Water Temperature:: 55
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 5hrs
Tide times & heights:: 09/18/26: H 6.8 ft (1:37pm); 09/19/26: H 7.0 ft (2:40pm); 09/20/26: H 7.1 ft (3:26pm)
Current information:: Current information is available for Harney Channel and Wasp Passage. At approximately 10am the current will be flowing westward through the Cayou Channel from Harney Channel (0.9kt) toward Wasp Passage (1.7kt, 1mile west Broken Point). These current speeds are almost the same on Fri, Sat and Sun when we would be making the crossings.

Hazards:: Shipping traffic
Wind strength:: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: Level 2: Waves up to 2', no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 2: Waves up to armpit; light to moderate chop, scattered whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
Currents:: Level 2: Mild currents (up to 2 knots): current increases / decreases group speed by half
Total distance:: Level 2: 6 to 11 miles
Open crossing:: Level 2: Between 0.5 and 1 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 2
Rating Comments:: If wind is blowing from the west, counter to the current, waves may become a factor.
Location::https://maps.app.goo.gl/KBpJQS1yAPKcDhvG9?g_st=i&utm_campaign=ac-im
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: Orcas Island near ferry terminal
Link to map of route (Optional):
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Orcas Island Event - Victim Island to Blind Bay - L2 (September 20, 2026)

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Full Name:: Paige Light-Powell
Narrative:: Date is subject to change based on weather and event needs:
Starting at the beach launch at Four Winds, we'll paddle south along Deer Harbor, past Double Island, then cross over to Shaw Island. Once on the north shore of Shaw Island, we'll paddle east to Blind Harbor.

Once in Blind Harbor, we'll circumnavigate Blind Island, maybe eat an apple from the trees on the island, make use of the composting toilets, then paddle to the south shore of Blind Bay in search of a lunch spot. See this link for more details on Blind Island ( https://parks.wa.gov/about/news-center/field-guide-blog/blind-island-marine-state-park-history )

After a fantastic lunch, we'll paddle north to the south shore of Orcas Island, then north to Oak Island and cross over for a return to Victim Island.
Meeting Time:: 8:30:00 AM
Launch Time:: 9:00:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: Four Winds Westward Ho camp
Take out:: same
Route Alternative for bad weather:: Return the way we came out, shortening the crossing
Required equipment::
Minimum Immersion protection:: Full wet suit
Primary Organizer:: Paige Light-Powell
Co-Organizer(s)::
Has organizer paddled here before?: No
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: No
Organizer's first aid and CPR current?: Yes
First Aid /CPR Person::
Maximum number of paddlers:: 6
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 70
Estimated Water Temperature:: 60
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 6 hours
Tide times & heights:: Low High Low
Orcas 9/18 4:30 0.4 13:37 6.8 19:05 6.0
Orcas 9/19 5:31 0.6 14:40 7.0
Orcas 9/20 6:39 0.8 15:26 7.1 21:39 5.5
Shaw Island 9/18 13:35 6.8 19:11 6.6
9/19 14:36 7.0 21:04 6.3
9/20 6:39 0.9 15:24 7.1 21:39 6.0
Current information:: Currents: Slack Ebb Slack Flood Slack Ebb
Wasp Passage Narrows 8:49 1.7 12:55 15:33 -0.7
Harney Channel 9:06 0.9 13:09 15:15 -0.4
9/19/2026: Wasp 9:58 1.7 13:57 16:45 -0.7
9/19: Harney 10:17 0.9 14:15 16:41 -0.4
9/20: Wasp 10:55 1.7 14:42 17:48 -0.9
9/20: Harney 11:13 0.9 15:04 17:52 -0.5
Hazards::
Wind strength:: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: Level 2: Waves up to 2', no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 2: Waves up to armpit; light to moderate chop, scattered whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
Currents:: Level 2: Mild currents (up to 2 knots): current increases / decreases group speed by half
Total distance:: Level 2: 6 to 11 miles
Open crossing:: Level 2: Between 0.5 and 1 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 2
Rating Comments::
Location:: 286 Four Winds Rd, Deer Harbor, WA 98243
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: Orcas and Shaw Island

Orcas Island Event - North Beach to Patos Is RT L3 (September 20, 2026)

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Full Name:: Steve Blackwood
Narrative:: We will put in at North Beach and Paddle north to the west end of Sucha before crossing over to Patos. We will circumnavigate Patos in a counterclockwise direction. As we come around the west end of the Island we will paddle through little pass. At the end of little pass there is a campground with picnic tables where will have lunch.

From there we sill cross back to Sucha and then on to North Beach

This is about a 12nmi trip with two long open crossings of about two miles each. This is a higher-level paddle for paddlers comfortable with open water and can maintain a 3mph pace.
Meeting Time:: 8:30:00 AM
Launch Time:: 9:00:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: North Beach https://maps.app.goo.gl/ReEvbEGiRjP3sQn3A
Take out:: North Beach https://maps.app.goo.gl/ReEvbEGiRjP3sQn3A
Route Alternative for bad weather:: TBD
Required equipment:: Towline
Minimum Immersion protection:: Farmer John
Primary Organizer:: Steve Blackwood
Co-Organizer(s):: TBD
Has organizer paddled here before?: Yes
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: No
Organizer's first aid and CPR current?: Yes
First Aid /CPR Person::
Maximum number of paddlers:: 8
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 65
Estimated Water Temperature:: 55
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 5 to 6
Tide times & heights:: Low 7:15am 0Ft
Hight 3:56pm 8.1ft
Current information:: 1.1 KN out of the SE. Will cause a drift to the north that will have to be accounted for in a ferry angle.
Hazards::
Wind strength:: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: Level 2: Waves up to 2', no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 2: Waves up to armpit; light to moderate chop, scattered whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
Currents:: Level 2: Mild currents (up to 2 knots): current increases / decreases group speed by half
Total distance:: Level 3: 11 to 15 miles
Open crossing:: Level 3: 1 to 2 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 3
Rating Comments::
Location::https://maps.app.goo.gl/ReEvbEGiRjP3sQn3A
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: Patos Is Warf
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Orcas Island Event - Three Hour Island Tour - L2 (September 20, 2026)

Sun, 20 Sep 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Full Name:: Jon Lignt-Powell
Narrative:: This is meant as a simple safe fall back paddle of the island in the bay close to Four Winds Camp Beach.
We leave the beach and hug the shore heading south. We go past double island and then through the pass between double and Algerica Island and around Algerica clockwise. Then back through the passage and up the East shore of Double island.
Then around the East shore if Victim Island.
At this point, we are essentially back at camp and could land for a bio-break and snack.
Next leg is North. We go up the coast leisurely exploring various bays.
We get to Skull Island and go around it clockwise.
On the Middle of the East Side of Skull Island is a small pocket beach that may be our only chance for public landing site and bio-break on this half of the paddle. The tide should be good for an approach though we may have to take turns depending on how many paddlers we have.

Then we head South back to Victim Island and our camp beach.
Total distance about 7 miles.
Time=3-4 hours + Lunch.

Meeting Time:: 9:00:00 AM
Launch Time:: 9:03:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: Four WInds Beach
Take out:: Same
Route Alternative for bad weather:: End paddle early. Stay in the south close to Victim Island
Required equipment::
Minimum Immersion protection:: Full wet suit
Primary Organizer:: Jon Light-Powell
Co-Organizer(s)::
Has organizer paddled here before?: No
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: No
Organizer's first aid and CPR current?: Yes
First Aid /CPR Person::
Maximum number of paddlers:: 8
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 65
Estimated Water Temperature:: 52
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 3-4 hours
Tide times & heights:: Sunday: 20th
high feet
3:26pm 7.14
11:35pm 5.64
low feet
6:41am 0.79
9:39pm 5.45

Saturday: 19th
high feet
2:40pm 7.02
10:13pm 5.77
low feet
5:32am 0.62
9:07pm 5.72

Friday: 18th
high feet
1:37pm 6.82
9:09pm 6.02
low feet
4:30am 0.36
7:11pm 5.95
Current information:: Very little in the bay
Hazards::
Wind strength:: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: Level 2: Waves up to 2', no breaking waves
Sea state:: Level 1: Waves up to the deck seam; water glassy to rippled, no whitecaps
Landing types:: Level 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
Currents:: Level 1: None or mild (less than 1 knot)
Total distance:: Level 2: 6 to 11 miles
Open crossing:: Level 2: Between 0.5 and 1 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 2
Rating Comments:: Frequent Landings in emergencies but not in general because of private property laws.

Location:: West Sound Orcas Island
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COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: Orcas
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