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• Level 2 Paddle- Play in the Narrows

  • When
    April 24, 2019
  •  
    11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    West Linn Willamette Park
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    0

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  This trip is limited to members with a wet exit certification.  To successfully register you will need to sign into your OOPS member account, and your account will need to be a member of the "Wet Exit Certified" group.  Your acceptance is conditional on approval by the Organizer, who may contact you with questions about your skills and equipment.  If the measured water temperature is different enough from that listed below to warrant a change in required immersion protection, the Organizer will contact all participants and the Trips Board member with the update at least a day before the trip.

  Narrative: Join Dave Smith and myself to paddle in the Willamette from West Linn and check out any currents in the Narrows. Hard to say what the exact river forecast is this far out but guestimate it will be in the 56-57 gauge height above the falls. We will launch from Willamette Park in West Linn at 12 PM and head upriver to the Narrows. There will be some stronger currents and eddies as we pass through the small islands, rock formations and narrow section of the river, a great place to practice in moving water. There is also the option to continue upriver a bit further before heading back. I would expect paddlers will have some moderate currents in the Narrows and should be comfortable paddling in this type of environment. Please bring a helmet, rocks are harder than heads. As we get closer to the trip date, I will update the group on water conditions and weather. Bring snacks/lunch/water. We will make at least one stop along the way to take a break. Lots of good post paddle refreshment options nearby
  Meeting Time: 11:00:00 AM
  Launch Time: 12:00:00 PM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: Willamette Park Boat Ramp-West Linn
  Take out: Same
  Route Alternative for bad weather: None
  Required equipment: Helmet
  Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
  Primary Organizer: Bob Freshman
  Assistant Organizer(s): Dave Smith
  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: 60-65
  Estimated Water Temperature: 50
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 3-4 hours
  Tide times & heights: NA
  Current information: 1-3 mph depending on location
  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 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: No open crossing
  Paddling Environment: 
  Overall rating: Level 2
  Rating Comments: 
  Location (Optional): 1100 12th St, West Linn, OR 97068

  
  

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• OOPS General Meeting with Kate Ross Kuthe from Willamette Riverkeepers

  • When
    April 24, 2019
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Lucky Labrador Public House 7675 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR 97219

  

  Kate Ross Kuthe, Outreach & Education Manager -  Willamette Riverkeepers

  Since 2008, Kate has engaged thousands of members of public, connecting
  people to the river by facilitating and leading on-the-water experiences via
  canoe or kayak, in addition to coordinating events such as our award winning
  Paddle Oregon adventure, Great Willamette Clean Up, film festivals and
  more. Kate also develops and manages many of Riverkeeper's communication
  materials, e-newsletters, and social media accounts. An avid paddler, she
  enjoys inspiring others to embrace Oregon's only National Water Trail- the
  Willamette! With a B.A. in Environmental Studies from Siena College in Albany,
  NY, she has a broad expertise in river issues, from working to educate
  people about the Portland Harbor Superfund site, to Clean Water issues in
  downtown Portland. Apart from the Willamette, one of her favorite expeditions
  to date has been paddling the Green and Colorado Rivers from Wyoming to
  Arizona, as documented in
  the historical adventure film “Voyagers Without Trace." When not at
  work, she loves exploring the outdoors with her family.

  Kate will take us on a virtual tour of the celebrated Willamette River Water Trail, including new campsites, as well as share more about Willamette Riverkeeper's work, special events and other ways to get involved. She may even stump you with some trivia.

  OOPS General Meetings are free and open to everyone. Join us for social hour from 6-7 and meeting from 7-8

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• Level 2 Paddle - Sturgeion Lake Wildlife Tour

  • When
    April 26, 2019
  •  
    7:30 AM - 1:30 PM
  • Location
    15005 NW Sauvie Island Rd, Portland, OR 97231
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  This trip is limited to members with a wet exit certification.  To successfully register you will need to sign into your OOPS member account, and your account will need to be a member of the "Wet Exit Certified" group.  Your acceptance is conditional on approval by the Organizer, who may contact you with questions about your skills and equipment.  If the measured water temperature is different enough from that listed below to warrant a change in required immersion protection, the Organizer will contact all participants and the Trips Board member with the update at least a day before the trip.
  
  Narrative: Join Brad Sheehan and me for a wildlife paddle on Sturgeon Lake, located on Sauvie Island. Originally known as Wapato Island, it is one of the largest river islands in the US, and Sturgeon Lake is one of the largest lakes on a river island in the US. The island is so big, it falls into 2 different counties in Oregon and it is home to an enormous number of bird species. We'll meet at 7:30am at the Cracker Barrel Store just after you get off the bridge to the island. The early start gives us plenty of high water to explore the area. Plan on about 5 hours of paddle time. From the store, we'll caravan to Oak Island Boat Ramp, about a 25 minute drive (I said it was a big island). The launch site can handle a max of 10 cars. A $10 parking pass is required and can be purchased from the store or online at ODFW. The annual pass is $30 for those who plan multiple visits during the year. More paddlers can be accommodated if carpools are set up. 
  Meeting Time: 7:30:00 AM
  Launch Time: 8:30:00 AM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: Oak Island Boat Ramp, Sauvie Island
  Take out: Oak Island Boat Ramp
  Route Alternative for bad weather: TBD
  Required equipment: 
  Minimum Immersion protection: Full wet suit
  Primary Organizer: David Smith
  Assistant Organizer(s): Brad Sheehan
  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: 10; more can be accommodated if carpooling
  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: 50° 
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 5 hours
  Tide times & heights: NOAA: high at St Helens - 9:55 am, 2.94'; low at St Helens - 7:03 pm, .28';
  Current information: N/A
  Hazards: 
  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 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 2: Less than 1 mile
  Paddling Environment: 
  Overall rating: Level 2
  Rating Comments: We will do this paddle rain or shine. Only high winds and/or thunder will cancel.
  Location (Optional): 15005 NW Sauvie Island Rd, Portland, OR 97231

  
  

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• Wet exit, Roll, Edging, Bracing, Whatever--Kayak Pool Practice @ Club Sport

  • When
    May 02, 2019
  •  
    8:30 PM - 10:15 PM
  • Location
    Club Sport, 18120 SW Lower Boones Ferry Rd, Tigard, OR
  • Spaces left
    8

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  These sessions run the first and third Thursdays of each month and are available to members only. This is an opportunity to practice whatever skills you wish. The pool is Olympic size and we have 4 of the six lanes available. Wet Exit certifications may be done here. Please indicate your request when registering. There is a button on the registration form.

  Boats must be absolutely clean, inside and out. Not a drop of sand or other debris.

  Check in at the Club's Front Desk before bringing your boat to the North Pool Entrance.

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• Wet exit, Roll, Edging, Bracing, Whatever--Kayak Pool Practice @ Club Sport

  • When
    May 16, 2019
  •  
    8:30 PM - 10:15 PM
  • Location
    Club Sport, 18120 SW Lower Boones Ferry Rd, Tigard, OR
  • Spaces left
    10

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  These sessions run the first and third Thursdays of each month and are available to members only. This is an opportunity to practice whatever skills you wish. The pool is Olympic size and we have 4 of the six lanes available. Wet Exit certifications may be done here. Please indicate your request when registering. There is a button on the registration form.

  Boats must be absolutely clean, inside and out. Not a drop of sand or other debris.

  Check in at the Club's Front Desk before bringing your boat to the North Pool Entrance.

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• Lake Billy Chinook 2019 Annual Event- reg. opens 3/09/19

  • Start
    May 17, 2019
  • End
    May 20, 2019
  • Location
    The Cove Palisades State Park, Crooked River Campground
  • Spaces left
    0

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  If registration is full for your registration category, please use the corresponding waitlist.  We are often able to accommodate waitlist registrants.  Thanks!

  The Lake is a unique feature of Oregon's geology, as it is in a steep canyon formed at the confluence of the Crooked River, the Metolius River, and the Deschutes River. It is known as a nesting and gathering place for Bald Eagles, and some locations on the lake offer stunning views of Mt. Jefferson to the west. Additional trips are often planned for neighboring Lake Simtustus.
  

  Paddling days will likely be May 18, 19, and 20 (Saturday-Monday).

  Event Staff

  Event Manager:  Marcia Medler

  Trip Czar:  Chris Mayou

  Concierge : Patti Brown

  
  

  Maps or charts:

  Cove Palisades State Park

  Lake Billy Chinook Boater's Guide

  
  

  
  

  You will find additional information on the OOPS website here.

  
  

  The Fine Print:

  
  

  1) EVERY PERSON, including Trip Organizers and On-site staff, must complete this electronic registration. If you are attending with a non-paddling partner or family member(s), and staying at an OOPS site, please use the "plus guest" registration.

  
  

  2) Registration fees for this Event are inclusive and cover all days of camping, any additional extra vehicle fee, and other Event expenses, including firewood for group gatherings when fires are allowed and staff and trip supplies.

  
  

  3) Registration Categories. You will only choose ONE.

  1. OOPS Camp Site (inclusive of all camping expenses)

  2. OOPS Camp Site + Guest (includes all OOPS event and camping expenses for one member and one non-paddling guest)

  3. Off-site accommodation (fee to cover non-camping Event costs)

  4. Trip Organizer (confirmed by Trip Czar, either on-site or off-site)

  5. Staff (Event Manager, Trip Czar, and one Concierge)

  4) You must be a paid-up member of OOPS to paddle at this event, AND you must be wet-exit certified prior to attending the event unless you participate in only Level 1 trips (when available) AND you are NOT wearing a sprayskirt.  Non-members are welcome but will not be allowed to participate in OOPS paddling trips. Please be certain to review the Trip Rating System criteria on the OOPS website if you have any questions

  
  

  5) Watch for future emails about potlucks and other social events!

  
  

  6) Immersion protection may be required, pending water temperature/conditions. See the Activity Policies in the website's Documents page and scroll down to the section on Cold Water Protective Clothing.  Please be prepared.

  
  

  7) OOPS Cancellation Policy: For all pre-paid events (except pool sessions) cancellations will be allowed a full refund up to within 4 weeks before the beginning of the event. After that, refunds will be provided if, and only if, we are able to find a replacement. Cancellations are done through the Event Manager only.  Thank you.

  
  

  

  
  

  
  

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• OOPS General Meeting with George Gronseth from Kayak Academy

  • When
    May 29, 2019
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Lucky Labrador Public House 7675 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR 97219

   

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• CANCELED--Cascade Lakes 2019 Annual Event

  • Start
    June 17, 2019
  • End
    June 22, 2019
  • Location
    Tumalo State Park, group sites

  CANCELED.
  

  Paddle amongst the beautiful Central Oregon Cascades and Deschutes National Forest. From Bend, you are minutes away from Elk, Hosmer, Paulina and Sparks Lakes.

  A picturesque paddle down the Deschutes River followed by a relaxing campfire potluck dinner. Enjoy other activites like Mt. biking and hiking the many trails around  Tumalo State Park campground. Bend Water Park and walking paths are a nice evening activity.

  Paddling days will likely be 3-4 days of this event.

  Event Staff

  Event Manager:  Patti Brown

  Trip Czar: TBD

  Concierge:  Nancy Schmidt

  
  

  Maps or charts:

  Tumalo State Park
  

  
  

  You will find additional information on the OOPS website here.

  
  

  The Fine Print:

  
  

  1) EVERY PERSON, including Trip Organizers and On-site staff, must complete this electronic registration. If you are attending with a non-paddling partner or family member(s), and staying at an OOPS site, please use the "plus guest" registration.

  
  

  2) Registration fees for this Event are inclusive and cover all days of camping, any additional extra vehicle fee, and other Event expenses, including firewood for group gatherings when fires are allowed and staff and trip supplies.

  
  

  3) Registration Categories. You will only choose ONE.

  1. OOPS Camp Site (inclusive of all camping expenses)

  2. OOPS Camp Site + Guest (includes all OOPS event and camping expenses for one member and one non-paddling guest)

  3. Off-site accommodation (fee to cover non-camping Event costs)

  4. Trip Organizer (confirmed by Trip Czar, either on-site or off-site)

  5. Staff (Event Manager, Trip Czar, and one Concierge)

  4) You must be a paid-up member of OOPS to paddle at this event, AND you must be wet-exit certified prior to attending the event unless you participate in only Level 1 trips (when available) AND you are NOT wearing a sprayskirt.  Non-members are welcome but will not be allowed to participate in OOPS paddling trips. Please be certain to review the Trip Rating System criteria on the OOPS website if you have any questions.

  
  

  5) Watch for future emails about potlucks and other social events!

  
  

  6) Immersion protection may be required, pending water temperature/conditions. See the Activity Policies in the website's Documents page and scroll down to the section on Cold Water Protective Clothing.  Please be prepared.

  
  

  7) OOPS Cancellation Policy: For all pre-paid events (except pool sessions) cancellations will be allowed a full refund up to within 2 weeks before the beginning of the event. After that, refunds will be provided if, and only if, we are able to find a replacement. Cancellations are done through the Event Manager only.  Thank you.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• OOPS General Meeting with Paul Kuthe

  • When
    June 26, 2019
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Lucky Labrador Public House 7675 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR 97219

   

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• Sunshine Coast B.C. 2019 Annual Event- reg. opens 04/13/19

  • Start
    July 17, 2019
  • End
    July 21, 2019
  • Location
    Bayside Campground, Sechelt B.C.

  Register

  Paddle this beautiful area on the mainland of B.C. just of north of Vancouver.

  Paddling days will likely be July 18-21 (Thursday-Sunday).

  Event Staff

  Event Manager:  Kate Drescher

  Trip Czar:  Mike Cenedella

  Concierge:  Stacy Ozer

  
  

  Maps or charts:

  Bayside Campground: https://www.baysidecampground.ca/

  
  

  Additional information:  You will find event information on the OOPS website in the Activities Section:  Annual Events.  Find the event, click on the link, then scroll until you find the current year information.  https://oregonoceanpaddlingsociety.wildapricot.org/Annual-Events
  

  
  

  The Fine Print:

  
  

  1) EVERY PERSON, including Trip Organizers and On-site staff, must complete this electronic registration. If you are attending with a non-paddling partner or family member(s), and staying at an OOPS site, please use the "plus guest" registration.

  
  

  2) Registration fees for this Event are inclusive and cover all days of camping, any additional extra vehicle fee, and other Event expenses, including firewood for group gatherings when fires are allowed and staff and trip supplies.

  
  

  3) Registration Categories. You will only choose ONE.

  1. OOPS Camp Site (inclusive of all camping expenses)

  2. OOPS Camp Site + Guest (includes all OOPS event and camping expenses for one member and one non-paddling guest)

  3. Off-site accommodation (fee to cover non-camping Event costs)

  4. Trip Organizer (confirmed by Trip Czar, either on-site or off-site)

  5. Staff (Event Manager, Trip Czar, and one Concierge)

  4) You must be a paid-up member of OOPS to paddle at this event, AND you must be wet-exit certified prior to attending the event unless you participate in only Level 1 trips (when available) AND you are NOT wearing a sprayskirt.  Non-members are welcome but will not be allowed to participate in OOPS paddling trips. Please be certain to review the Trip Level criteria on the OOPS website if you have any questions: OOPS Rating system: http://www.oopskayak.org/documents/

  
  

  5) Watch for future emails about potlucks and other social events!

  
  

  6) Immersion protection may be required, pending water temperature/conditions. See the club website under Resources/OOPS Documents/Activity Policies and scroll down to Cold Water Protective Clothing. Please be prepared.

  
  

  7) OOPS Cancellation Policy: For all pre-paid events (except pool sessions) cancellations will be allowed a full refund up to within 4 weeks before the beginning of the event. After that, refunds will be provided if, and only if, we are able to find a replacement. Cancellations are done through the Event Manager only.  Thank you.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Willamette Kayak Camping 2019 Annual Event- reg. opens 04/27/19

  • Start
    August 02, 2019
  • End
    August 04, 2019
  • Location
    Start shuttle at Arcane Cellars

  Register

  Paddle the Willamette River from Peoria to Arcane Cellars near Wheatland Ferry.  A shuttle will be provided for boats and paddlers from Arcane Cellars Friday morning.  We will camp at Bryant Park (Albany) and at Independence's Kayak/Biker camp. Bathrooms and fresh water available at both campsites.  

  Paddling days will be August 2-4 (Friday-Sunday).

  Event Staff

  Event Manager: Mark Niemann-Ross

  Trip Czar:  Peter Carew

  
  

  Maps or charts:

  Check back later for possible maps or charts.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  The Fine Print:

  
  

  1) EVERY PERSON, including Trip Organizers and On-site staff, must complete this electronic registration. If you are attending with a non-paddling partner or family member(s), and staying at an OOPS site, please use the "plus guest" registration.

  
  

  2) Registration fees for this Event are inclusive and cover all days of camping, any additional extra vehicle fee, and other Event expenses, including firewood for group gatherings when fires are allowed and staff and trip supplies.

  
  

  3) Registration Categories. You will only choose ONE.

  1. OOPS Camp Site (inclusive of all camping expenses)

  2. OOPS Camp Site + Guest (includes all OOPS event and camping expenses for one member and one non-paddling guest)

  3. Off-site accommodation (fee to cover non-camping Event costs)

  4. Trip Organizer (confirmed by Trip Czar, either on-site or off-site)

  5. Staff (Event Manager, Trip Czar, and one Concierge)

  4) You must be a paid-up member of OOPS to paddle at this event, AND you must be wet-exit certified prior to attending the event unless you participate in only Level 1 trips (when available) AND you are NOT wearing a sprayskirt.  Non-members are welcome but will not be allowed to participate in OOPS paddling trips. Please be certain to review the Trip Level criteria on the OOPS website if you have any questions: OOPS Rating system: http://www.oopskayak.org/documents/

  
  

  5) Watch for future emails about potlucks and other social events!

  
  

  6) Immersion protection may be required, pending water temperature/conditions. See the club website under Resources/OOPS Documents/Activity Policies and scroll down to Cold Water Protective Clothing. Please be prepared.

  
  

  7) OOPS Cancellation Policy: For all pre-paid events (except pool sessions) cancellations will be allowed a full refund up to within 4 weeks before the beginning of the event. After that, refunds will be provided if, and only if, we are able to find a replacement. Cancellations are done through the Event Manager only.  Thank you.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Oregon South Coast 2019 Annual Event- reg. opens 05/11/19

  • Start
    August 21, 2019
  • End
    August 25, 2019
  • Location
    Sunset Bay State Park

  Register

  Paddle coastal and inland waters south of Coos Bay.  This event will offer a variety of paddling opportunities.

  Paddling days will likely be August 22-24 (Thursday-Saturday).

  Event Staff

  Event Manager:  Connie Lively

  Trip Czar:  Jillian Rivas-Davila

  Concierge:  Chris Mayou

  
  

  Maps or charts:

  Sunset Bay State Park Campground: https://oregonstateparks.org/index.cfm?do=main.loadFile&load=_siteFiles%2Fpublications%2Fsunset_bay_LOW_RES011615.pdf2019 

  
  

  Additional information:  You will find event information on the OOPS website in the Activities Section:  Annual Events.  Find the event, click on the link, then scroll until you find the current year information.  https://oregonoceanpaddlingsociety.wildapricot.org/Annual-Events
  

  
  

  The Fine Print:

  
  

  1) EVERY PERSON, including Trip Organizers and On-site staff, must complete this electronic registration. If you are attending with a non-paddling partner or family member(s), and staying at an OOPS site, please use the "plus guest" registration.

  
  

  2) Registration fees for this Event are inclusive and cover all days of camping, any additional extra vehicle fee, and other Event expenses, including firewood for group gatherings when fires are allowed and staff and trip supplies.

  
  

  3) Registration Categories. You will only choose ONE.

  1. OOPS Camp Site (inclusive of all camping expenses)

  2. OOPS Camp Site + Guest (includes all OOPS event and camping expenses for one member and one non-paddling guest)

  3. Off-site accommodation (fee to cover non-camping Event costs)

  4. Trip Organizer (confirmed by Trip Czar, either on-site or off-site)

  5. Staff (Event Manager, Trip Czar, and one Concierge)

  4) You must be a paid-up member of OOPS to paddle at this event, AND you must be wet-exit certified prior to attending the event unless you participate in only Level 1 trips (when available) AND you are NOT wearing a sprayskirt.  Non-members are welcome but will not be allowed to participate in OOPS paddling trips. Please be certain to review the Trip Level criteria on the OOPS website if you have any questions: OOPS Rating system: http://www.oopskayak.org/documents/

  
  

  5) Watch for future emails about potlucks and other social events!

  
  

  6) Immersion protection may be required, pending water temperature/conditions. See the club website under Resources/OOPS Documents/Activity Policies and scroll down to Cold Water Protective Clothing. Please be prepared.

  
  

  7) OOPS Cancellation Policy: For all pre-paid events (except pool sessions) cancellations will be allowed a full refund up to within 4 weeks before the beginning of the event. After that, refunds will be provided if, and only if, we are able to find a replacement. Cancellations are done through the Event Manager only.  Thank you.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• OOPS General Meeting-Kayaker Short Courses

  • When
    August 28, 2019
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Lucky Labrador Public House 7675 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR 97219

   

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• Orcas Island 2019 Annual Event- reg. opens 06/01/19

  • Start
    September 04, 2019
  • End
    September 08, 2019
  • Location
    West Beach Resort Campground

  Registration is closed

  Orcas Island is one of the San Juan Islands which are nestled between Bellingham, Washington and Vancouver Island, British Columbia.  While Washington State land use laws provide for few legal kayak landings (most of the shoreline is privately owned), you will find this a paddler's paradise.  Lots of little islands await exploration, there are current, wind, and navigation challenges to satisfy paddlers of any level, and the chance to see some of the local orca pods (along with numerous sea lions).
  

  Paddling days will likely be Sept 5-7 (Thursday-Sunday).

  Event Staff

  Event Manager:  Robin Smith

  Trip Czar:  Rich Becker

  Concierge:  Kristen Price

  
  

  Maps or charts:

  West Beach Resort : https://www.westbeachresort.com 

  
  

  Additional information:  You will find event information on the OOPS website in the Activities Section:  Annual Events.  Find the event, click on the link, then scroll until you find the current year information.  https://oregonoceanpaddlingsociety.wildapricot.org/Annual-Events
  

  
  

  The Fine Print:

  
  

  1) EVERY PERSON, including Trip Organizers and On-site staff, must complete this electronic registration. If you are attending with a non-paddling partner or family member(s), and staying at an OOPS site, please use the "plus guest" registration.

  
  

  2) Registration fees for this Event are inclusive and cover all days of camping, any additional extra vehicle fee, and other Event expenses, including firewood for group gatherings when fires are allowed and staff and trip supplies.

  
  

  3) Registration Categories. You will only choose ONE.

  1. OOPS Camp Site (inclusive of all camping expenses)

  2. OOPS Camp Site + Guest (includes all OOPS event and camping expenses for one member and one non-paddling guest)

  3. Off-site accommodation (fee to cover non-camping Event costs)

  4. Trip Organizer (confirmed by Trip Czar, either on-site or off-site)

  5. Staff (Event Manager, Trip Czar, and one Concierge)

  4) You must be a paid-up member of OOPS to paddle at this event, AND you must be wet-exit certified prior to attending the event unless you participate in only Level 1 trips (when available) AND you are NOT wearing a sprayskirt.  Non-members are welcome but will not be allowed to participate in OOPS paddling trips. Please be certain to review the Trip Level criteria on the OOPS website if you have any questions: OOPS Rating system: http://www.oopskayak.org/documents/

  
  

  5) Watch for future emails about potlucks and other social events!

  
  

  6) Immersion protection may be required, pending water temperature/conditions. See the club website under Resources/OOPS Documents/Activity Policies and scroll down to Cold Water Protective Clothing. Please be prepared.

  
  

  7) OOPS Cancellation Policy: For all pre-paid events (except pool sessions) cancellations will be allowed a full refund up to within 4 weeks before the beginning of the event. After that, refunds will be provided if, and only if, we are able to find a replacement. Cancellations are done through the Event Manager only.  Thank you.

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• OOPS General Meeting with Ken Campbell-Plastics in the Ocean

  • When
    September 25, 2019
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

   

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• OOPS General Meeting featuring Columbia River Bar Pilot Dan Jordan

  • When
    October 30, 2019
  •  
    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Lucky Labrador Public House-7675 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland, OR 97219

  

  OOPS General Meetings are free and open to all.

  The Columbia River Bar Pilots were established in 1846 to ensure the safety of ships, crews and cargoes crossing the treacherous Columbia River Bar, which is recognized as one of the most dangerous and challenging navigated stretches of water in the world. Bar Pilot Captain Dan Jordan will be presenting at our February meeting, we think you will find this a most fascinating experience. Many OOPS members have paddled various stretches of the Columbia River in a variety of conditions but safely guiding an 800 foot long ship over the bar is something very few people have ever done.

  Captain Jordan spent twenty-four years at sea in the Merchant Marine with twelve of these years as captain of freighters trading all over the world. During this time, he concurrently served as an officer in the Navy Reserve where some of his assignments were as an instructor at the Navy’s Shiphandling School. Captain Jordan has been a Columbia River Bar Pilot for the past fourteen years and is involved in many maritime related issues. He currently serves on the Board of Trustees for the Columbia River Maritime Museum and has served as Chair of the Lower Columbia Region Harbor Safety Committee and as the Vice President of the Council of American Master Mariners.

   

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