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• Thirsty Thursday - L1 - T2554

  • When
    June 26, 2025
  •  
    3:00 PM
  • Location
    Willamette Park Portland Boat ramp
  • Spaces left
    1
  • Registered
    5 registrants

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  Full Name: Jon Light-Powell
  Narrative: This Wednesday was a conflict with the OOPS Monthly Meeting, So I moved it to Thursday and adjusted the name. But please come for a nice L1 paddle around Ross Island with the opportunity to practice some rescues. Don't want to get wet? You can rescue your TO !!
  
  We will meet at WIllamette Park in Portland by the boat ramp at 3:00. We will have our brief but effective safety talk at 3:30 and then head out for a friendly club paddle.
  
  We will circumnavigate Ross Island counter clockwise and be on the lookout for Eagle, Heron, and perhaps even Deer. We will stop at the North point of Ross Island for a break for snacks and Agate Hunting. Someplace around Toe Island we will have an opportunity for some safe water rescue practice.
  
  The water temperature is 65 degrees so I am not requiring any immersion gear, though if you want to get in the water you might want a shorty wet suit or something of that ilk.
  
  

  I am Actively Seeking a Co-TO to increase trip size (Paige is out of town).

  If you are in need of getting your Wet Exit Certification (WEC), contact Jon directly. This paddle may be a good chance for that.

  Meeting Time: 3:00:00 PM
  Launch Time: 3:30:00 PM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: Willamette Park Portland Boat ramp
  Take out: Same
  Route Alternative for bad weather: Head to the Ross Island Lagoon
  Required equipment:
  Minimum Immersion protection: None
  Primary Organizer: Jon Light-Powell
  Co-Organizer(s): Seeking Assistance
  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 unless I get a Co-TO, then 10
  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: 65
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 3 hours
  Tide times & heights: event time height
  
  high feet
  5:43am 3.44
  6:58pm 2.04
  
  low feet
  1:11am 0.79
  2:56pm -0.22
  
  sun rise 5:23am
  sun set 9:03pm
  moon rise 6:21am
  moon set 10:46pm
  Current information: 1 Knot
  Hazards:
  Wind strength: Level 1: 0-7 knots (8 mph)
  Swell/Surf size: 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 2: 6 to 11 miles
  Open crossing: Level 1: Less than 0.5 miles
  Paddling Environment:
  Overall rating: Level 1
  Rating Comments:
  Location: Willamette Park Portland
  Photos (Optional):
  COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
  Tide Station: Morrison Bridge
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• Canoe Swim and Swamp - L1 - T2553

  • When
    June 28, 2025
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • Location
    CedarOaks Boat Ramp
  • Spaces left
    0
  • Registered
    5 registrants

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  Full Name: Mark Niemann-Ross
  Narrative: Those silly half-finished kayaks we affectionally call Canoes are a growing trend. Join me in a controlled space to practice assisted rescues when one boat is a canoe.
  
  How do you perform a T-rescue with a canoe and a swamped kayak? How do you perform a T-rescue with two kayaks and a swamped canoe? How do canoeists re-enter a swamped canoe. This and many other mysteries will be explored.
  
  Register to bring a canoe or a kayak. All are welcome and everyone will get wet.
  Meeting Time: 10:00:00 AM
  Launch Time: 10:30:00 AM
  Type of activity: Class
  Put in: CedarOaks Boat Ramp
  Take out: CedarOak Boat Ramp
  Route Alternative for bad weather: cancel
  Required equipment: Helmet
  Minimum Immersion protection: Farmer John
  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: five
  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: 65
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 2.5
  Tide times & heights: na
  Current information: na
  Hazards:
  Wind strength: Level 1: 0-7 knots (8 mph)
  Swell/Surf size: 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: https://westlinnoregon.gov/parksrec/cedaroak-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
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• Cedaroak to Goat Island: L1 - T2555

  • When
    June 30, 2025
  •  
    8:45 AM
  • Location
    Cedaroak Boat Ramp
  • Spaces left
    0
  • Registered
    8 registrants

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  Full Name: Paula Brottman
  Narrative: Start your week off right with a leisurely morning paddle from Cedaroaks Boat Launch to Goat Island. This is a short paddle, around 4 miles, and we'll have a slight tidal assist on the return. Goat island sits where the Clackamas and Willamette rivers meet and is home to heron rookeries. We'll circumnavigate the island and stop at one of the beaches for lunch/snack.
  
  Please arrive by 8:45 and be water-ready at 9:30 a.m. Water temperature is likely to reach 68-70F. Air temperature will be in the 80's. No immersion wear is required Participants should check their email the day before the trip for any changes in weather.
  Paddlers should expect to stay with the pod. Canoes with flotation and kayaks 12’ and longer are welcome. No inflatables, please.
  Meeting Time: 8:45:00 AM
  Launch Time: 9:30:00 AM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: Cedaroak Boat Ramp, 4600 Elmran Drive West Linn
  Take out: Cedaroak Boat Ramp, 4600 Elmran Drive West Linn
  Route Alternative for bad weather: TBD
  Required equipment:
  Minimum Immersion protection: None
  Primary Organizer: Paula Brottman
  Co-Organizer(s): Chris Mayou
  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: 70-85
  Estimated Water Temperature: 69
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 4 - 5 hours
  Tide times & heights: L: 4:31am .79ft.; H: 8:56am 2.5 ft; L: 5:15 pm .37 ft; H:10:05pm 2.47 ft
  Current information: 0.5 knot
  Hazards:
  Wind strength: Level 1: 0-7 knots (8 mph)
  Swell/Surf size: 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 Dr, 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 Bridge
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• Ross Island Counterclockwise - L1 - T2556

  • When
    July 06, 2025
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • Location
    Willamette Park Boat Ramp, Portland
  • Spaces left
    0
  • Registered
    10 registrants

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  Full Name: Nicholas Marshall
  Narrative: Join for a relaxed paddle around Ross Island. This is one of Nick’s mentored paddles with Jon Light-Powell serving as the mentor.
  
  We will meet at Willamette Park in Portland by the boat ramp at 9:30am and launch at 10:00am, and we will be off the water by 1:00pm.
  
  We will circumnavigate Ross Island counterclockwise and be on the lookout for wildlife. We will stop at the northern point of Ross Island for a break for lunch. Someplace around Toe Island, we will have an opportunity for rescue practice (optional).
  
  Bring snacks/lunch/water, and sun protection.
  
  The water temperature is expected to be 65-70°F, so cold water protective clothing is not required. If you want to practice rescues, something like a Farmer John wet suit might be nice.
  
  
  Meeting Time: 9:30:00 AM
  Launch Time: 10:00:00 AM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: Willamette Park Boat Ramp, Portland
  Take out: Willamette Park Boat Ramp, Portland
  Route Alternative for bad weather: Head to the Ross Island Lagoon
  Required equipment:
  Minimum Immersion protection: None
  Primary Organizer: Nicholas Marshall
  Co-Organizer(s): Jon Light-Powell
  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: 70-80F
  Estimated Water Temperature: 65-70F
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 3hrs
  Tide times & heights: 2025/07/06 Sun 01:50 AM 3.04 H
  2025/07/06 Sun 11:26 AM 0.28 L
  2025/07/06 Sun 4:01 PM 1.73 H
  2025/07/06 Sun 8:15 PM 0.88 L
  Current information:
  Hazards:
  Wind strength: Level 1: 0-7 knots (8 mph)
  Swell/Surf size: 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: 45°28'31.9"N 122°40'07.7"W
  Photos (Optional):
  COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
  Tide Station: Morrison Bridge
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• Southern Oregon Coast Event 2025

  • Start
    July 10, 2025
  • End
    July 14, 2025
  • Location
    Bullards Beach State Park
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Southern Oregon Coast

  July 10-14, 2025

   Paddling days will be Friday, Saturday and Sunday

  General registration opens April 3, 2025 at 9:30 pm

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

  Come explore this beautiful section of the Oregon Coast with us!  

  
  

  Bullards Beach State Park is located at the mouth of the Coquille River, two miles north of Bandon. The campground is nestled among shore pines and offers access to 4.5 miles of beach and the Coquille River lighthouse.  There are warm showers and all sites have power. (And sometimes there is great agate hunting on this beach). 

  Two miles south of the campground is the charming town of Bandon.  There you will find many options for food, a great coffee shop or two, a bookstore, art galleries and an active harbor front. Don’t miss Face Rock Creamery for ice cream or Cranberry Sweets for treats!

  Paddling options abound, from rock gardening in Sunset Bay, which is  23 miles north, touring on the ocean, possible surf zone play at  Bastendorf Beach, as well as  Level 1 and 2 possibilities including several sloughs off of Coos Bay to explore, the Coquille river, and inland lakes, as well as the Umpqua river.  

  Your Volunteer Staff:

  Event Manager: Paige Light Powell,  paige0133@comcast.net  503-481-2218

  Trips Admiral: Steve Blackwood, steveblackwood@msn.com 503-347-7463‬

  Assistant Event Manager: Brenda Brewer, abcbrewer@gmail.com 941-504-4513

  
  

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• South Coast Event - Sunset Bay Coastal Trip - L3

  • When
    July 11, 2025
  •  
    8:30 AM
  • Location
    Sunset Bay
  • Spaces left
    5

  Full Name: fred harsman
  Narrative: We will set up shuttle to launch at 9:15. We will paddle the quarter mile out of Sunset Bay and then head south exploring the coast for a mile and a half turning around before we get to the Cape Arago Research Reserve. We will paddle past Sunset bay (unless paddlers want to have a break there) and paddle around the rocks to Bastendorff Beach. We can then decide whether we want to land there for lunch ,possibly surf some waves and then head back to Sunset Bay. This is an explorative trip for me and it is not a point A to B but a playing around the rock formations. Depending on conditions at a minimum you should have some bracing skills and extra points if you can roll or self rescue.
  Meeting Time: 8:30:00 AM
  Launch Time: 9:15:00 AM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: Sunset Bay
  Take out: Sunset Bay
  Route Alternative for bad weather: trip on Coquille River
  Required equipment: Helmet
  Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
  Primary Organizer: Fred Harsman
  Co-Organizer(s): TBA
  Has organizer paddled here before? No
  Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before? No
  Organizer's first aid and CPR current? No
  First Aid /CPR Person: TBA I am going to try and get my CPR 1st aid cert before event
  Maximum number of paddlers: 4 per TO
  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: 58
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 5hours
  Tide times & heights: 7:31AM -1.42/2:20 5.95/7:15 3.06
  Current information: Coos Bay Entrance 9:12 Slack to flood /12::32 F2.51/3:43 Slack to ebb
  Hazards:
  Wind strength: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
  Swell/Surf size: Level 3: Waves to 3', breaking waves to 2'
  Sea state: Level 3: Waves to paddle tops; numerous whitecaps, waves becoming longer
  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 3
  Rating Comments:
  Location: Sunset Bay Park
  Photos (Optional):
  COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
  Tide Station: Charleston Marine Life Center
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• South Coast Event - Sunset Bay North to Coos Head - L4

  • When
    July 11, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    Sunset Bay
  • Spaces left
    8

  Narrative: We’ll launch from Sunset Beach and explore Sunset Bay a Bit. We’ll then head north through (or around depending on wildlife present) Gregory Point Research Reserve towards the entrance of Coos Bay Harbor . We’ll tuck inside of Coos Bay Harbor and land on one of the beaches to the east of Coos Head for Lunch. After lunch, we’ll head back to Sunset beach following a similar route and allowing time for additional play on features in the higher tide. Completing the entire journey will be dependent upon actual conditions day of. Paddlers must have open coast experience, be proficient with self rescues in dynamic water, wear a helmet and carry a tow rope and marine VHF radio. Paddlers should bring snacks/etc for on the water as to the fact that landing is not guaranteed (again dependent upon conditions).
  
  Helmet, Towlines and VHF radios are required for this trip.
  Meeting Time: 9:00:00 AM
  Launch Time: 9:45:00 AM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Sunset+Beach/@43.3337648,-124.4136973,12648m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x54c378a13110ec6d:0xd4a6e97f79035f2e!2sSunset+Bay+State+Park!8m2!3d43.3319455!4d-124.3701736!16s%2Fm%2F04q0mdv!3m5!1s0x54c378a0050fb1cf:0x177ea3a3f8351d20!8m2!3d43.3337098!4d-124.3724978!16s%2Fg%2F11c53d0d9q?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDUxMi4wIKXMDSoJLDEwMjExNDU1SAFQAw%3D%3D
  Take out: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Sunset+Beach/@43.3337648,-124.4136973,12648m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x54c378a13110ec6d:0xd4a6e97f79035f2e!2sSunset+Bay+State+Park!8m2!3d43.3319455!4d-124.3701736!16s%2Fm%2F04q0mdv!3m5!1s0x54c378a0050fb1cf:0x177ea3a3f8351d20!8m2!3d43.3337098!4d-124.3724978!16s%2Fg%2F11c53d0d9q?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDUxMi4wIKXMDSoJLDEwMjExNDU1SAFQAw%3D%3D
  Route Alternative for bad weather: Shorter Trip? Noodle around Sunset Bay
  Required equipment: Helmet, Towline
  Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
  Primary Organizer: Steve Blackwood or other ATO
  Co-Organizer(s): Greg Lamberg 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 plus 2 ATO's
  I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy: Yes
  Estimated Air Temperature: 65 degrees
  Estimated Water Temperature: 52 degrees
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 4 hours
  Tide times & heights: Low7:50am -1.21 ft, High 2:35pm - 5.64ft, low 7:34pm 2.99 ft
  Current information: 2.3 knots at Coos Bay entrance at 12:57pm
  Hazards: Shipping traffic
  Wind strength: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
  Swell/Surf size: Level 4: Waves up 6', Breaking Waves up to 4'
  Sea state: Level 4: Many whitecaps, some spray
  Landing types: Level 4: Steep rocky shores if sheltered from the waves, or surf up to 4'
  Currents: Level 3: Up to 4 knots: paddlers must sprint to move forward
  Total distance: Level 2: 6 to 11 miles
  Open crossing: Level 3: 1 to 2 miles
  Paddling Environment:
  Overall rating: Level 4
  Rating Comments: Between L3 and L4 depending on conditions
  Location: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Sunset+Beach/@43.3337648,-124.4136973,12648m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x54c378a13110ec6d:0xd4a6e97f79035f2e!2sSunset+Bay+State+Park!8m2!3d43.3319455!4d-124.3701736!16s%2Fm%2F04q0mdv!3m5!1s0x54c378a0050fb1cf:0x177ea3a3f8351d20!8m2!3d43.3337098!4d-124.3724978!16s%2Fg%2F11c53d0d9q?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDUxMi4wIKXMDSoJLDEwMjExNDU1SAFQAw%3D%3D
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  COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
  Tide Station: Coos Bay, Oregon
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• South Coast Event - South Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve - L2

  • When
    July 11, 2025
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • Location
    Charleston Boat Ramp
  • Spaces left
    6

  Full Name: Bob Freshman
  Narrative: This is a unique and beautiful paddle that I did a few years ago. We will start at the Charleston Marina Boat Ramp, heading through a short stretch of commercial fishing boats and docks. Once we pass underneath the bridge, we enter the 4,770-acre South Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve, an amazing pristine area home to many different birds, seals and sea lions. This is a very tide dependent trip, we are planning on heading into the reserve on a flood tide before high tide to insure that we have enough water to make it all the way into the reserve and out again. It’s not a difficult paddle but we will be negotiating some smaller channels at times. There are some good options to take a break along the trip. Charleston is about 22 miles south of Bandon.
  Meeting Time: 9:30:00 AM
  Launch Time: 10:00:00 AM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: 63534 Kingfisher Rd, Charleston, OR 97420
  Take out: Same
  Route Alternative for bad weather: TBD
  Required equipment:
  Minimum Immersion protection: Farmer John
  Primary Organizer: Bob Freshman
  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: Bob Freshman
  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: 65-70
  Estimated Water Temperature: 65
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 3 hours
  Tide times & heights: Low 7:31AM -1.40
  High 2:21PM - 5.95
  Current information: Less than 1 MPH
  Hazards: Shipping traffic
  Wind strength: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
  Swell/Surf size: 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 1: None or mild (less than 1 knot)
  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: Charleston Marina 63534 Kingfisher Rd, Charleston, OR 97420
  Photos (Optional):
  COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
  Tide Station: Charleston
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• South Coast Event: Bandon-Randolph Island-Bullards Beach Shuttle - L2

  • When
    July 11, 2025
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • Location
    Port of Bandon Marina
  • Spaces left
    6

  Full Name: Tom Waldron
  Narrative: This is a shuttle paddle. Our group will meet at the campground at 9:15 am and drive to the Port of Bandon Marina where we’ll unload our boats. We will then drive back to the Bullards Beach Campground Boat Launch, leave most of the cars, and return to Bandon to start our trip.
  
  Leaving the Bandon Marina at 10:30 am, our group will paddle upriver, enjoying the flood tide. Well stop for lunch at Rocky Point County Park. Continuing upriver, we’ll circumnavigate Randolph Island and then return to the Bullards Campground Boat Launch. Along the way we’ll enjoy paddling through the Bandon Marsh National Wildlife.
  
  Meeting Time: 9:30:00 AM
  Launch Time: 10:30:00 AM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: Port of Bandon Marina
  Take out: Bullards Beach State Park Boat Launch
  Route Alternative for bad weather: TBD
  Required equipment:
  Minimum Immersion protection: Farmer John
  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: 8
  I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy: Yes
  Estimated Air Temperature: 70 deg
  Estimated Water Temperature: 60 deg
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 4 - 5 hours
  Tide times & heights: Low: 7.33 AM -1.33' High: 14:16 PM 5.48'
  Current information: Coquille River Entrance: Mean flood Dir. 91 deg, Mean Ebb Dir. 290 deg.
  7/11/25: 4:54 AM max ebb -1.59 kts, 8:35 AM slack before flood, 11:50 AM max flood 1.7 kts, 14:58 PM slack before ebb.
  Hazards:
  Wind strength: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects 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 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 1: Less than 0.5 miles
  Paddling Environment:
  Overall rating: Level 2
  Rating Comments:
  Location: Port of Bandon Marina
  Photos (Optional): yes
  COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
  Tide Station: 9432373: Bandon, Colquille River
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• South Coast Event - Sturdivant Park, Coquille to Myrtle Point Shuttle - L2

  • When
    July 12, 2025
  •  
    8:15 AM
  • Location
    Sturdivant Park, Coquille
  • Spaces left
    6

  Full Name: Tom Waldron
  Narrative:

   This is a shuttle trip between Sturdivant Park, Coquille and Myrtle Point on the Coquille River. Be ready to leave the Bullards State Park Campground at 7:45 AM. We’ll unload our boats at Sturdivant Park in Coquille and travel to Myrtle Point to leave cars; then return to Sturdivant Park to start our paddle by 9:30 AM. Our lunch stop will be at Agate Boat Launch . Trip time is approximately 5 hours with total mileage around 12.5 miles.

  
  

  
  Meeting Time: 8:15:00 AM
  Launch Time: 9:30:00 AM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: Sturdivant Park, Coquille
  Take out: Myrtle Point
  Route Alternative for bad weather: TBD
  Required equipment:
  Minimum Immersion protection: Farmer John
  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: 8
  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: 7/12/2025: Low: 11:19 AM -0.57', High 15:48 PM 5.7', Low 22:33 PM 1.83'
  Current information: 2 Knots
  Hazards:
  Wind strength: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects 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 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 1: Less than 0.5 miles
  Paddling Environment:
  Overall rating: Level 2
  Rating Comments:
  Location: Sturdivant Park, Coquille
  Photos (Optional): yes
  COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
  Tide Station: Rink Creek Entrance
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• South Coast Event -Port Orford Headlands Exploration - L2

  • When
    July 12, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    Port of Port Orford
  • Spaces left
    10

  Full Name: Bob Freshman
  Narrative: This is a trip I have done previously, enjoyed very much and would like to do again. Port Orford is a commercial fishing port without a harbor. Boats are raised and lowered into the water by crane each day, interesting to watch the process.
  We will be launching from the beach on Dock Road just before reaching the Port of Port Orford. Fairly easy carry from the road to the beach. That beach is sheltered from the ocean waves, so no surf launch is needed. We will follow the seawall and then enter Tichenor Cove and pass on to Nellies Cove, that will be the turnaround point for this trip, conditions after this point can get sportier that a Level 2 trip. These coves do give you some protection from any wind; most winds come from the north at Port Orford. There are some great cliff formations along the way, it’s part of Port Orford Heads State Park.
  This will be Level 2 trip if we stay in the shelter of the two coves and headland, following fairly close to shore. If conditions are not appropriate for a Level 2 trip, we will find other options. You will have some moderate swells and some winds and should be comfortable in these conditions.
  Meeting Time: 9:00:00 AM
  Launch Time: 9:30:00 AM
  Type of activity: Event
  Put in: Beach on Dock Road just before reaching the Port of Port Orford
  Take out: Same
  Route Alternative for bad weather: TBD
  Required equipment:
  Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
  Primary Organizer: Bob Freshman
  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: Bob Freshman
  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: 65-70
  Estimated Water Temperature: 55-60
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 4 Hours
  Tide times & heights: Date Day Time Pred High/Low
  2025/07/11 Fri 07:17 AM -1.44 L
  2025/07/11 Fri 02:10 PM 5.61 H
  2025/07/11 Fri 06:52 PM 3.37 L
  Current information: 1-2 MPH
  Hazards:
  Wind strength: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects 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 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: There will be moderate swells and wind
  Location: 42.7416158352095, -124.49882538544522
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  COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
  Tide Station: Port Orford
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• South Coast Event - Port Orford paddle with options to practice rescues - L3

  • When
    July 12, 2025
  •  
    9:00 AM
  • Location
    Port Orford
  • Spaces left
    6

  Full Name: Ken Sund
  Narrative:
  We will launch from the Port Orford Dock using the boat slide and paddle clockwise around and into Port Orford Head. This area has many rocky features. If the wind allows we can continue on around to land at the north end of the Head. Otherwise we can choose to practice a variety of self rescue and other rescue strategies around rocks and dynamic water. Bring your own methods and let's practice them. If we're still feeling peppy, there is a surf spot at nearby Hubbard Creek we can check out. Look this area up on Google Earth or a chart to see what it looks like.
  Bring lunch or snacks, towline & radio if you have one. A farmer john wetsuit with drytop is minimum paddling wear or bring a drysuit. Bring helmet too.
  Meeting Time: 9:00:00 AM
  Launch Time: 9:45:00 AM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: Port of Port Orford
  Take out: Same as put in
  Route Alternative for bad weather: none
  Required equipment: Helmet, Towline
  Minimum Immersion protection: Farmer John
  Primary Organizer: Ken Sund
  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: TBD
  Maximum number of paddlers: 5 or more depending on more L-3 TOs.
  I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy: Yes
  Estimated Air Temperature: 60s
  Estimated Water Temperature: high 50s or low 60s (depends on recent upwelling)
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 4 hours
  Tide times & heights: -1.5' at 7:53 AM and 7.5' at 2:43 PM Tide will be rising during this paddle.
  Current information: NA
  Hazards:
  Wind strength: Level 3: 12-16 knots (19 mph)
  Swell/Surf size: Level 3: Waves to 3', breaking waves to 2'
  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 2: 6 to 11 miles
  Open crossing: Level 1: Less than 0.5 miles
  Paddling Environment:
  Overall rating: Level 3
  Rating Comments: We may have light wind and small swell, a sunny warm day or we may have wind, waves and swell that meet the L-3 criterion. I don't know yet. It will be a new and rocky shore and pretty environment possibly new to some paddlers.
  Location: Port Orford Head
  Photos (Optional): yes
  COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
  Tide Station: Port Orford station 9431647
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• South Coast Event - Exploration of Port Orford Headlands - L4

  • When
    July 12, 2025
  •  
    9:30 AM
  • Location
    Port Orford
  • Spaces left
    6

  Full Name: Greg Lamberg
  Narrative: This trip is being proposed as part of the OOPS Southern Oregon Coast Trip on July 11 – 14th. This is a coastal Exploration trip. We’ll launch from the Port of Port Orford (protected Surf Launch) paddle east to check out Battle Rock Arch and Battle Rock and then head West to check out Tichenor Cove and Nellies Cove. We’ll then paddle through Hell’s Gate (if passible) and check out the features of the west side of Port Orford head. We’ll land for lunch (if possible) on Agate beach and the return back to the put in noodling our way around Port Orford Head.
  
  Paddlers should have open coast experience and be proficient in self rescue. Helmets, Tow Belts and VHF marine radios required.
  Meeting Time: 9:30:00 AM
  Launch Time: 10:15:00 AM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: 42.74144413156295, -124.49879301644128
  Take out: 42.74144413156295, -124.49879301644128
  Route Alternative for bad weather: Shorter Trip? No landing at Agate Beach? Alternate Paddle location
  Required equipment: Helmet, Towline
  Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
  Primary Organizer: Greg Lamberg
  Co-Organizer(s): Steve Blackwood
  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 + 2 TO's = 8
  I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy: Yes
  Estimated Air Temperature: 65 degrees
  Estimated Water Temperature: 52 degrees
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 4
  Tide times & heights: -1.41 ft @ 7:17 am, 5.60 ft @ 2:09pm, 3.34ft @ 6:50pm
  Current information: N/A
  Hazards:
  Wind strength: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
  Swell/Surf size: Level 4: Waves up 6', Breaking Waves up to 4'
  Sea state: Level 4: Many whitecaps, some spray
  Landing types: Levle 4: Steep rocky shores if sheltered from the waves, or surf up to 4'
  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 2: Between 0.5 and 1 miles
  Paddling Environment:
  Overall rating: Level 4
  Rating Comments: Rating and go/no go dependent upon swell
  Location: https://www.google.com/maps/place/Port+Orford,+OR+97465/@42.7380267,-124.5156294,2278m/data=!3m1!1e3!4m6!3m5!1s0x54c4ceffa19a8e71:0xa198b7e548bab16f!8m2!3d42.7456644!4d-124.4973267!16zL20vMHpjaDU?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDUwNy4wIKXMDSoJLDEwMjExNDU1SAFQAw%3D%3D
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  COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
  Tide Station: Port Orford
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• South Coast Event: Port Orford coastal exploration of Tichenor and Nellies Coves to Hells Gate - L2

  • When
    July 12, 2025
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • Location
    Port Orford
  • Spaces left
    6

  Full Name: Kent Slawson
  Narrative: This southern coastal aspect of the Port Orford Heads is a great opportunity to paddle on the open ocean in level 2 conditions protected from prevailing north wind. We will launch from the beach just east of the Port Orford Port. After rounding the jetty we can casually explore the coastline which includes Tichenor and Nellies coves. Nellies cove is a well protected and easy gravel beach take out for food and potty. Conditions permitting, we may continue out to Tichenor rock the western point of the "Heads" before turn around. Total distance will be less than 3 miles. We will be on the water 3-4 hours if conditions are optimal. Participants should be comfortable in level 2-3 wind and moderate swell. Efficient self rescue with assist required.
  Meeting Time: 10:00:00 AM
  Launch Time: 10:30:00 AM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: Port 300 Dock Rd, Port Orford, OR 97465 Port Orford,
  Take out: same
  Route Alternative for bad weather: TBD
  Required equipment:
  Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
  Primary Organizer: Kent Slawson
  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:
  Maximum number of paddlers: 2 TOs and 10 paddlers
  I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy: Yes
  Estimated Air Temperature: 70F
  Estimated Water Temperature: 50F
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 3 hrs
  Tide times & heights: L 07:52 - 1.4ft
  H 14:42 5.8ft
  Current information: <1kt
  Hazards:
  Wind strength: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects 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 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 1: Up to 6 miles
  Open crossing: Level 1: Less than 0.5 miles
  Paddling Environment:
  Overall rating: Level 2
  Rating Comments: we will launch with expected level 2 conditions. Wind speed and direction could present level 3 conditions.
  Location: 300 Dock Rd, Port Orford, OR 97465
  Photos (Optional):
  COVID-19 Status of Trip: All participants of this trip must be vaccinated for Covid-19
  Tide Station: Port Orford
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• South Coast Event - Sunset Bay Exploration and Play. - L3

  • When
    July 13, 2025
  •  
    10:00 AM
  • Location
    Sunset Beach Sunset Bay
  • Spaces left
    10

  Full Name: Kent Slawson
  Narrative: Sunset Bay is a well protected, low surf launch site with immediate access to a number of exposed rock formations as you paddle out of the inner bay. The Cape Arago Lighthouse is located just to the North. This is a great opportunity to get out on the ocean and challenge your paddling skills maneuvering between rock and breaking swell. How aggressive we get will depend on conditions and group strength. We may also try to slip over to Lighthouse beach to the north and perhaps play a bit in the surf. Total water time 3-4hrs depending on conditions. We will try to land at least once for food and bio break. Total distance less than 3 miles. Participants must have a helmet and towrope. Additionally, I would expect that participants are capable and practiced at assisting with a capsize.
  Meeting Time: 10:00:00 AM
  Launch Time: 10:45:00 AM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: Sunset BeachSunset Bay, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420, Cape Arago Hwy, Coos Bay, OR 97420
  Take out: same
  Route Alternative for bad weather: TBD
  Required equipment: Helmet, Towline
  Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
  Primary Organizer: Kent Slawson
  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: 2 TO +8 paddlers
  I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy: Yes
  Estimated Air Temperature: 70F
  Estimated Water Temperature: 55F
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 3-4 hr
  Tide times & heights: L 08:42. -1.3ft
  H 15 29. 6.4ft
  Current information: <1kt
  Hazards:
  Wind strength: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
  Swell/Surf size: Level 3: Waves to 3', breaking waves to 2'
  Sea state: Level 3: Waves to paddle tops; numerous whitecaps, waves becoming longer
  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 1: Up to 6 miles
  Open crossing: Level 1: Less than 0.5 miles
  Paddling Environment:
  Overall rating: Level 3
  Rating Comments:
  Location: Sunset Bay, Coos Bay, Oregon 97420, Cape Arago Hwy, Coos Bay, OR 97420
  Photos (Optional):
  COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
  Tide Station: Charlston (Coos Bay)
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• Lopez Island Event 2025

  • Start
    August 21, 2025
  • End
    August 25, 2025
  • Location
    Odlin County Park
  • Spaces left
    0

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  Lopez Island

  August 21-25, 2025

   Paddling days will be Friday, Saturday and Sunday

  General registration opens this coming Thursday -May 1, 2025 at 9:30 pm

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

  
  

  Visit the quietest of the major San Juan Islands - a 50 minute ferry ride from Anacortes.  The Lopez landscape blends forests with rolling farmlands, quiet bays and driftwood-strewn beaches with distant views of mountain ranges.  We reserved the group camping site at Odlin County Park - a location offering sandy beaches and a launch site. Note: There are no showers available at Odlin; showers are offered in-town at Lopez Village. Lopez Island offers a variety of paddling options (moderate to challenging) - with paddles planned Friday through Sunday.  There are also opportunities for beach-combing, hiking, bicycling and shopping at the Farmer’s Market.  

  
  

  Your Volunteer Staff:

  Event Manager: Kristin Price, 19813mkp@gmail.com, 360-601-2356‬

  Assistant Event Managers: Kathy Bolin and Mart Hughes, kbolin@solidnet.com, 503-929-3736.

  Trips Admiral: Fred Harsman, fharsman@gmail.com 503-358-3069‬

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• Lopez event trip - Roundtrip Watmough Bay to Agate Beach - L3

  • When
    August 22, 2025
  •  
    8:30 AM
  • Location
    Watmough Bay
  • Spaces left
    6

  Full Name: Fred Harsman
  Narrative: This an out and back from Watmough Bay around Pt. Coleville ,around Iceberg Point to a beach by Agate beach. We will then retrace our steps. This is some of the most beautiful paddling in the San Juans
  Meeting Time: 8:30:00 AM
  Launch Time: 9:00:00 AM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: Watmough Bay
  Take out: same
  Route Alternative for bad weather: paddle out of Odlin Park
  Required equipment:
  Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
  Primary Organizer: Fred Harsman
  Co-Organizer(s): TBA
  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 per TO.
  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): 5hours
  Tide times & heights: 9:51 -1.03 /. 5:35 7.56
  Current information: 8:37AM 3.73 knots E /. Slack 12:24. / 3:36PM 3.95F
  Hazards:
  Wind strength: Level 3: 12-16 knots (19 mph)
  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 landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
  Currents: Level 3: Up to 4 knots: paddlers must sprint to move forward
  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:
  Location: Watmough Bay Lopez Island
  Photos (Optional):
  COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
  Tide Station: Pt. Coleville for current Aleck Bay for tide height
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• Lopez Island Event - MacKaye Harbor to Watmough Bay Shuttle – L2

  • When
    August 22, 2025
  •  
    8:30 AM
  • Location
    Mackaye Harbor Boat Launch
  • Spaces left
    6

  Full Name: Tom Waldron
  Narrative: This is a shuttle trip between MacKaye Harbor and Watmough Bay. Arrive at the intersection of the Odlin County Park entrance and Odlin Park Road in time to leave at 8:00 am. We’ll drop our boats at the Mackaye Harbor Boat Launch, then shuttle cars over to Watmough Bay. Plan to be on the water by 10 AM. If you have two racks for your car please bring them to minimize the parking spaces we use at Watmough Bay. From the Watmough Bay parking area there is a .25 mile path to the beach so wheels are needed. If you have wheels that fit in your kayak, bring them. That will speed up your loading time from the take-out at Watmough Bay.
  
  

  Leaving MacKaye Harbor we’ll paddle south, rounding Iceberg Point and then follow the coast line east. Along the way we’ll explore Aleck, Hughes and McArdle Bays. Time permitting we may check out Blind, Castle and Boulder Islands. At Point Colville our group will turn north to our take-out at Watmough Bay. With breaks and lunch our trip should take between 5 – 6 hours. Total mileage estimated to be between 12 to 15 miles.

  
  

  
  Meeting Time: 8:30:00 AM
  Launch Time: 10:00:00 AM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: Mackaye Harbor Boat Launch
  Take out: Watmough Bay
  Route Alternative for bad weather: TBD
  Required equipment: Towline
  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: 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 - 6 hours
  Tide times & heights: 8/22/25: 09:51 AM -1.02’ Low, 17:36 PM 7.56’ High
  8/23/25: 03:45 AM 6.56’ High, 10:32 AM -0.55’ Low, 18:01 PM 7.48’ High
  8/24/25: 04:41 AM 6.40’ High, 11:09 AM 0.10’ Low, 18:23 PM 7.37’ High
  
  Current information: Current: Point Colville, 1.4 nm East. Mean Flood Direction: 39 deg. / Mean Ebb Direction: 207 deg.
  8/22/25: 8:37 AM max ebb -3.25 kts, 12:23 PM slack before flood, 15:36 PM flood 3.49 kts
  8/23/25: 9:31 AM ebb -3.33 kts, 13:20 PM slack before flood, 16:22 PM flood 3.21 kts
  8/24/25: 6:09 AM slack before ebb, 10:23 AM ebb -3.18 kts, 14:11 PM slack before flood, 17:03 PM flood 2.8 kts
  
  Hazards:
  Wind strength: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects 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 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 1: Less than 0.5 miles
  Paddling Environment:
  Overall rating: Level 2
  Rating Comments:
  Location: MacKaye Harbor Boat Launch
  Photos (Optional): yes
  COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
  Tide Station: 9449994: Aleck Bay, Lopez Island
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• Lopez Island Event - Mackaye Harbor to Davis Bay RT – L2

  • When
    August 23, 2025
  •  
    8:45 AM
  • Location
    MacKaye Harbor Boat Launch
  • Spaces left
    6

  Full Name: Tom Waldron
  Narrative: Arrive at the intersection of the Odlin County Park entrance and Odlin Park Road in time to leave at 8:15 am. We'll travel as a group to MacKaye Harbor Boat launch. Plan is to be at the boat launch by 8:45 am and be on the water by 9:30 am.
  
  

  Launching from Mackaye Harbor Boat Launch, we’ll paddle west along the southern coast of Lopez Island, passing Jones Bay and Davis Bay and some small islands as we move towards Davis Point. After lunch at Davis Point we’ll head back east, checking out Charles Island and possibly Long Island, depending on conditions and time. The tides are in are favor as we’ll start out on a late ebb and return during the flood, Distance app. 11 – 13 miles. With breaks and lunch our trip should take between 4 -5 hours.

  

  
  Meeting Time: 8:45:00 AM
  Launch Time: 9:30:00 AM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: MacKaye Harbor Boat Launch
  Take out: Same
  Route Alternative for bad weather: TBD
  Required equipment: Towline
  Minimum Immersion protection: None
  Primary Organizer: Tom Waldron
  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:
  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): 4 - 5 hours
  Tide times & heights: 8/22/2025: 2:06 AM 6.62’ High, 9:53 AM -1.45’ Low, 17:58 6.74’ High
  8/23/2025: 3:07AM 6.38’ High, 10:32 am -0.93’ Low, 18:15 pm 6.65’ High
  8/24/2025: 4:06 AM 6.06’ High, 11:08 AM -0.18’ Low, 18:28 PM 6.61’ High
  
  Current information: San Juan Channel, South Entrance: Mean Flood Direction 347 deg. / Mean Ebb Direction 168 deg.
  8/22/25: 3:43 AM slack before ebb, 7:35 AM max ebb -4.1 kts, 11:17 AM before flood, 14:36 PM max flood 5.15 kts
  8/23/25: 4:52 AM slack before ebb, 8:39 AM max ebb -3.84 kts, 12:09 PM slack before flood, 15:18 PM max flood 4.55 kts
  8/24/25: 5:57 AM slack before ebb, 9:41 AM max ebb -3.56 kts, 13:02 PM slack before flood, 15:58 PM max flood 3.77 kts
  
  Hazards:
  Wind strength: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects 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 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 1: Less than 0.5 miles
  Paddling Environment:
  Overall rating: Level 2
  Rating Comments:
  Location: MacKaye Harbor Boat Launch
  Photos (Optional): yes
  COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
  Tide Station: 9449982: Richardson, Lopez Island
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• Wilderness First Aid - Save The Date: Oct 4 & 5

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    October 04, 2025
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    9:30 AM
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    October 05, 2025
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  OOPS will be hosting our first Wilderness First Aid and CPR course this fall, with instructor Mark Whittaker of Cascadia Wilderness Medicine.  TOs will have priority.  The course will be held in the Portland area, location TBD.  Watch for details from the Safety Director (Paige Light-Powell).

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• JNP Pay test

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    January 08, 2026
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