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• The Narrows (Level 2)

  • When
    April 22, 2018
  •  
    10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Willamette Park, West Linn
  • Spaces left
    0
  • Registered
    9 registrants

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  This trip is limited to OOPS members who are WEC.  To register, you'll need to log into your member account on the OOPS website.  Reminder:  Registration for any trip is always conditional upon final approval by the Trip Organizer. The TO may contact you to assess whether your skills & equipment are appropriate for the trip.

  Narrative: Join Shawn Altman and me for a wild day of kayaking in current at the Willamette Narrows. The gauge should be around 57', a healthy flow for fun to be had. We'll start off by heading south a whopping 200 ft to practice some ferrying around the mouth of the Tualatin River. Next, we'll continue south paddling into The Narrows, a fantastic place to practice maneuverability and boat control in current. After reaching the southern end of The Narrows, we'll eat a fantastic lunch (bring your own lunch) before playing on the return journey back to Willamette Park. Also, the weather should be just dandy on Sunday which is great for paddling. We do plan on doing some instruction in current, so please be comfortable in mild current if you plan on signing up. We are also going to keep the group size smaller than normal, so we aren't too crowded. This should be an awesome trip with two great leaders, so come have some fun with us.

  Meeting Time: 10:00:00 AM
  Launch Time: 10:30:00 AM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: Willamette park, West Linn: 45.338909, -122.649361
  Take out: Willamette park, West Linn: 45.338909, -122.649361
  Route Alternative for bad weather: To be Determined
  Required equipment: Helmet, Towline
  Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
  Primary Organizer: Adam Oken
  Assistant Organizer(s): Shawn Altman
  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: 9
  I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy: Yes
  Estimated Air Temperature: 58
  Estimated Water Temperature: 48
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 4 - 5 hours
  Tide times & heights: N/A
  Current information: 2+ knots of current, height is 58'
  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 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 3: Up to 4 knots: paddlers must sprint to move forward
  Total distance: Level 2: 6 to 11 miles
  Open crossing: Level 2: Less than 1 mile
  Paddling Environment:  
  Overall rating: Level 2
  Rating Comments: I would consider this a level "2+"  trip. 
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• General Membership Meeting

  • When
    April 25, 2018
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Lucky Lab, 7576 SW Capital Hwy, Portland, OR 97219

  In July of 2017, a gregarious group of 17 adventurous OOPSters assembled at Telegraph Cove, BC, next to Johnstone Strait on the northeast side of Vancouver Island. At the marina we secured kayaks, gear, and food on two water taxis and ventured to Paddler’s Inn, about two hours distant, on the edge of the Broughton Archipelago, BC’s largest Marine Park. For the next week we explored the islands. Black bear, orcas, whales, seals, innumerable Bald Eagles, mink, deer, and bossy sea lions all made appearances. Dolphins cavorted around the kayaks within sight of our lodging. The undersea life was also amazing and the islands themselves are stunningly beautiful. As you may expect, many terrific photos were taken and we’ve combined the very best of these into a slide show set to music for your entertainment.

  We hope you can attend the general meeting and enjoy a photographic portrait of this kayakers’ paradise. Afterward, expedition members will be on hand to talk about how to organize such a trip, the natural and human history of the area, paddling conditions, or any other questions you may have. 

  Paddler’s Inn:http://paddlersinn.ca

  Broughton Archipelago:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Broughton_Archipelago

  

  

   

   

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• Deception Pass--Registration Opens Feb. 10th

  • Start
    May 03, 2018
  • End
    May 06, 2018
  • Location
    Deception Pass State Park, Bowman Bay CG

  Registration is currently CLOSED. 

  All registration categories are full, and we have an extensive waitlist.   OOPS members will be notified if cancellations allow us to reopen registration, but it seems unlikely at this point.  We hope to see you at another event!

  To successfully register you will need to sign into your OOPS member account.  

  Please note that Level 1 trips cannot be guaranteed . 

  If an event registration category is sold out, please use the waitlist option to be placed in the queue for possible registration.  You do not need to pay the registration fee to join the waitlist; you will only pay it if you complete the registration process once you're notified that there is an opening.
  

  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

  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 (includes all OOPS event and camping expenses for one member)

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

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

  4. Trip Organizer (confirmed by Trip Czar)

  5. Event 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 unless pre-approved to do so. 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: Cancellations will be allowed a full refund up to within 4 weeks before the beginning of the event.  50% refunds allowed between 2-4 weeks prior, with a full refund IF we fill the spot.  After that, full refunds will be provided ONLY IF we are able to find a replacement.  All refunds will be done after the event.  Cancellations are done through the Event Manager only.  Thank you.

  
  

  
  

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• Play in the Pass with Vern (Level 4)

  • When
    May 03, 2018
  •  
    2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Cornet Bay (near DP Sate Park), Whidbey Is, WA
  • Spaces left
    6

  This trip is limited to OOPS members who are WEC.   As with all trips & classes at Events, registration will take place at the HQ campsite.

  Narrative: PLAY IN THE PASS with Vern 
  
  Narrative: Come play in the water for awhile. Meet at Cornet Bay at 1400 & launch at 1430.   Where to? Who knows. We will be paddling against a significant current — a building flood. We will attempt to paddle out around Strawberry Island and then down to Canoe Pass, where, if we make it, we will play for a little while before eddy hopping down to "lunch bay", swinging around the W end of Pass Island and riding the flood through Deception Pass (stopping to play for a bit) back to Cornet Bay. 

  And if we don’t make Canoe Pass: No problem. We will mess about Strawberry Island for awhile and then go back to Cornet Bay. This is a quick paddle — an opportunity to get our drysuits wet — I would like to be back on the beach loading boats onto cars Not Later Than 1630.
  
  Helmets and towlines required. Floatation bags recommended.
  
  This paddle is for folks who are comfortable in dynamic water and will require a strong forward stroke as well as the skills needed to deal with crossing eddy lines.
  
  Smacking kayak into rock is likely.
  
  Start Point: Cornet Bay
  End Point: Cornet Bay
  Required Equipment: Towline, Helmet
  Minimum Immersion Protection: Drysuit
  Primary Organizer: Vern Brown
  Secondary Organizer:
  First Aid / CPR person: Vern Brown
  Max # of participants: 6
  Current information: 1540 +6.4 knots
  Meeting Time: 2:00:00 PM
  Launch Time: 2:30:00 PM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: Cornet Bay
  Take out: Cornet Bay
  Route Alternative for bad weather: none
  Required equipment: Helmet, Towline
  Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
  Primary Organizer: Vern Brown
  Assistant 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: 6
  I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy: Yes
  Estimated Air Temperature: 62
  Estimated Water Temperature: 48
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 2 hours
  Tide times & heights:  
  Current information: 6 plus knots
  Hazards: Shipping traffic
  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 5: Greater than 6 knots
  Total distance: Level 1: Up to 6 miles
  Open crossing: Level 2: Less than 1 mile
  Paddling Environment:  
  Overall rating: Level 4
  Rating Comments:  
  Location (Optional):  
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• Vern's (Not Mike's) Knots

  • When
    May 03, 2018
  •  
    6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Deception Pass Sate Park (Event HQ campsite)
  • Spaces left
    40

  WEC is not required for this session.  Registration occurs by showing up at the appointed time & place with an appropriate length of line (or two).

  Narrative: At Deception Pass State Park looking forward to paddling tomorrow, but nothin' to do tonight? or having trouble pitching your tarp? Come spend an hour playing with lines and knots and bends and hitches. This will be a pale imitation of Mike C.'s clinic. If you've taken Mike's class in the past, come practice stuff you already kinda learned. If you haven't taken Mike's class, perhaps this will wet your appetite. 
  
  Meet at the HQ campsite (site number to be determined but all sites are within hollering range) or, if really bad weather, at OOPS kitchen shelter at bowman bay
  Meeting Time: 6:00:00 PM
  Launch Time: 6:00:00 PM
  Type of activity: Classroom
  Put in: HQ campsite
  Take out: ditto
  Route Alternative for bad weather: see narrative
  Required equipment:  
  Minimum Immersion protection: None
  Primary Organizer: vern brown
  Assistant 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: no sign up needed come one come all
  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: 48
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): not one minute
  Tide times & heights:  
  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: No open crossing
  Paddling Environment:  
  Overall rating: Level 1
  Rating Comments:  
  Location (Optional):  
  Photos (optional):
  

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• Body Boat Blade Class at OOPS Deception Pass Event

  • When
    May 04, 2018
  •  
    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Deception Pass State Park, Bowman Bay CG

  Registration for this class is only open to OOPS members who have already been in contact with Connie Lively, our Deception Pass Event Manager, and approved to register.  Be sure your are signed into your OOPS member account to register. 

  Deception Pass is famous throughout the Northwest for its 8-knot currents, drastic eddy lines, incredible whirlpools, and large upwellings. Many kayakers look at this pass with fear, but with the right coaching and leadership it becomes a playground and an incredible learning environment. We will spend one day using the ebb to work on applying a full range of strokes efficiently to moving water, including: ferry gliding, sneaking up current lines, entering current backwards, rescues, rolling, and dealing with dynamic water. This class offers tremendous opportunities for the intermediate paddler and will take advantage of everything Deception Pass has to offer.  

  Strong rescue and boat handling skills are required.  Learn more about Body Boat Blade at their website:  https://www.bodyboatblade.com/

  Class times are approximate.  You will receive information about exact times and meeting place at the event.

  If the class is sold out, please use the waitlist option to be placed in the queue for possible registration.  Connie will contact you if there is an opening.  You do not need to pay the registration fee to join the waitlist; you will only pay it if you complete the registration process once you're notified that there is an opening and you qualify.
  

  Additional information: Drysuits will be required. Please be prepared.

  Cancellation Policy: As this is a private company's class, full refunds will be provided ONLY IF we are able to find a replacement.  Any refunds will be done after the event.  Cancellations are done through Connie Lively,  the Deception Pass Event Manager only.  Thank you.

  
  

  
  

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• Burrows Island Circumnavigation (Level 3)

  • When
    May 04, 2018
  •  
    8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    Bowman Bay, DP Sate Park, WA
  • Spaces left
    10

  This trip is limited to OOPS members who are WEC.  Registration will take place at the DP Event HQ campsite.

  Reminder:  As always, registration for every trip is conditional upon final approval by the Trip Organizer, who may confer with you to assess whether your skills & equipment are appropriate for the trip.

  Narrative: This will be a somewhat long coastal paddle: 12 - 14 miles depending upon the choice of routes to & around Burrows Is. Depending upon wind, it's also potentially strenuous, although we'll modify at time of launch (and again before we cross Burrows Bay) as we assess actual conditions.
  
  We'll launch from Bowman Bay, paddle up the coast around Biz point, then 1 nm past Edith Point (for a total of 4 nm). From there, we'll cross Burrows Bay (approx 1.25 nm) to a small channel separating (little) Young Is from Burrows Is. There is a beach for a brief rest break on Burrows just after we enter that small channel. We'll proceed northeast and then west around Burrows Is to Light Station State Park, a beautiful spot for a lunch break overlooking Rosario Straight. There are excellent views due west across the Straight to the near San Juan Islands.
  
  We'll paddle south from the Lighthouse and complete our circumnavigation of Burrows by paddling east in the channel separating Burrows from Alan Island.  Then, depending on conditions, we'll select an optimal heading for our return crossing of Burrows Bay and proceed down the coast to our take out at Bowman Bay.

  If you have a tow belt, please wear it.
  
  Meeting Time: 8:30:00 AM
  Launch Time: 9:30:00 AM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: Bowman Bay
  Take out: Bowman Bay
  Route Alternative for bad weather: TBD
  Required equipment:  
  Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
  Primary Organizer: Stuart Teicher
  Assistant 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:  
  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: mid to high 50's
  Estimated Water Temperature: high 40's - low 50's
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 6+ hrs
  Tide times & heights: TBD
  Current information: TBD
  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 3: 1 to 2 miles
  Paddling Environment:  
  Overall rating: Level 3
  Rating Comments: Other than the effect of wind on sea state & swell size - which will be consistently monitored as we proceed - endurance will be the most significant consideration for this paddle. The overall distance is not extraordinary (although 12 -14 nm is certainly a good day's paddle), but 
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• Pleasant Bay & Chuckanut Bay Exploration (Level 2)

  • When
    May 04, 2018
  •  
    9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Larrabee State Park, Bellingham, WA
  • Spaces left
    10

  This trip is limited to OOPS members who are WEC.   Registration will occur at the DP Event HQ campsite (to be determined).

  Reminder: As always, registration for every trip is conditional upon final approval by the Trip Organizer, who may confer with you to assess whether your skills & equipment are appropriate for the trip.

  Narrative: Please join Marlene and Alan for a journey along the Washington Coast near Bellingham, about a 35-45 min drive from Deception Pass. We'll depart DP Campground at 0900, Reach Larabee SP about 1000, and launch from Larrabee State Park at 1045 AM, hug the scenic coast, round Governor's Point and explore Pleasant Bay and parts of Chuckanut Bay. After exploring the Bays, we'll head for Chuckanut Island for lunch. With an anticipated tail wind in the afternoon, we'll return to Larabee SP for our egress. Perhaps we can stop at a clam and oyster restaurant on the return road trip!! 

  https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Bowman+Bay+Boat+Launch,+Washington/Larrabee+State+Park+Boat+Launch,+245+Chuckanut+Dr,+Bellingham,+WA+98229/@48.5373873,-122.6709612,11z/data=!4m13!4m12!1m5!1m1!1s0x54857cbce0d04789:0x642d7df9bca3a8a1!2m2!1d-122.6508044!2d48.4168017!1m5!1m1!1s0x54859f91586bc4e7:0x7eae5e7dc4508442!2m2!1d-122.4938056!2d48.6540833
  

  Meeting Time: 10:00:00 AM

  Launch Time: 10:45:00 AM

  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: Larabee State Park 
  Take out: Larabee State Park
  Route Alternative for bad weather: None at this time. 
  Required equipment:  
  Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
  Primary Organizer: Alan Fisher
  Assistant Organizer(s): Marlene Fisher
  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: Alan and Marlene
  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: 56*
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 5 hr
  Tide times & heights: H: 0710 7.08' ; L:1427 -0.05
  Current information: Unclear at this point.
  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 1: 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 2: Less than 1 mile
  Paddling Environment:  
  Overall rating: Level 2
  Rating Comments: Conditions wind dependent, especially if from N or NW. 
  Location (Optional):https://www.google.com/maps/dir/Bowman+Bay+Boat+Launch,+Washington/Larrabee+State+Park+Boat+Launch,+245+Chuckanut+Dr,+Bellingham,+WA+98229/@48.5373873,-122.6709612,11z/data=!4m13!4m12!1m5!1m1!1s0x54857cbce0d04789:0x642d7df9bca3a8a1!2m2!1d-122.6508044!2d48.4168017!1m5!1m1!1s0x54859f91586bc4e7:0x7eae5e7dc4508442!2m2!1d-122.4938056!2d48.6540833
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• N of Bowman Bay ISO caves (Level 2)

  • When
    May 04, 2018
  •  
    9:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Bowman Bay, Deception Pass State Pk
  • Spaces left
    14

  This trip is limited to OOPS members who are WEC.  As with al trips at club Events, sign-up will occur at the HQ campsite.

   Reminder:  Registration for every trip is always conditioned upon final approval by the Trip Organizer.  The TO may contact you to assess whether your skills & equipment are appropriate for the trip.

  Narrative: This is part of the Deception Pass Event. To sign up, register for the event and sign on for the trip at the event. We will put in at Bowman Bay and explore the shoreline northward. Rumor has it there are some caves to see! There is a beach we can stop and eat, and then we will return to Bowman Bay. This trip is exposed to the west wind and swell, and we will be paddling near the rocks in both directions. Bring a good flashlight in case we find a cave! 
  Meeting Time: 9:30:00 AM
  Launch Time: 10:00:00 AM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: Bowman Bay
  Take out: Bowman Bay
  Route Alternative for bad weather: Coronet Bay
  Required equipment: Helmet, Towline
  Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
  Primary Organizer: Don Beale
  Assistant Organizer(s): TBD at event
  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: 14
  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: 45
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 5 hours
  Tide times & heights: (Reservation Bay) 0501, 6.5'; 1302, 0.23'; 2130, 7.61'
  Current information: (Deception Pass) 0547 min; 0908 -7.3kt 1213 min; 1536 +6.4kt
  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 1: 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: Currents listed for deception pass, we will not be in the pass itself and expect current 2 kt max. This trip is exposed to the west wind.
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• Night Paddle Through Deception Pass (Level 4)

  • When
    May 04, 2018
  •  
    8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    Cornet Bay to Bowman Bay
  • Spaces left
    6

  This trip is limited to OOPS members who are WEC.  Registration will occur at the DP Event HQ campsite, #290.

  Narrative: Ride the ebb through Deception Pass in the dark. 
  
  Participants need a dependable roll.
  
  Helmet, towline, spare paddle required. Floatation bags and vhf radio highly recommended. Waterproof headlamp required. Two glow sticks -- 1 yellow and 1 blue -- and a means of securely attaching a chem-light to both your helmet and the bow of your kayak required. (Buy the chem lights where you like. I know they are available at Sportsman's Warehouse.)
  
  We will need to set up a shuttle for this trip. We'll drop boats and gear off at Cornet Bay at 2000, then drive to Bowman Bay to leave cars. One of us will then take rest of us back to Cornet Bay to put in. 
  
  Sunset: 2030
  End of civil twilight: 2100
  
  Sign up for this trip will occur at the event. Preference to folks leading trips during this event weekend.
  
  Meeting Time: 8:00:00 PM
  Launch Time: 9:00:00 PM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: Cornet Bay 
  Take out: Bowman Bay
  Route Alternative for bad weather: none
  Required equipment: Helmet, Towline
  Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
  Primary Organizer: Vern Brown
  Assistant 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: 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: 48
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 45 minutes
  Tide times & heights:  
  Current information: 6 knots
  Hazards: Night paddling, Shipping traffic
  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 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 4: Up to 6 knots
  Total distance: Level 1: Up to 6 miles
  Open crossing: Level 2: Less than 1 mile
  Paddling Environment:  
  Overall rating: Level 4
  Rating Comments: We'll be paddling through eddy lines, boils, whirlpools, tide races, etc in the dark.
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• Level 2 Paddle - Columbia River Gorge at Stevenson

  • When
    May 12, 2018
  •  
    10:30 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Cascade Boat Launch, Stevenson, WA
  • Spaces left
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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.
  

  Narrative: Please join Joe Howell, Dave Smith and myself for a paddle in the Columbia River Gorge. We will be launching from Stevenson at the Cascade boat ramp and make our way upriver along the Washington side towards Wind River. It is one of the most picturesque parts of the Columbia Gorge if you have not paddled here before. We will make the decision to cross over to the Oregon side if conditions are favorable and have lunch at Government Cove, and then re-cross the Columbia to Stevenson. If conditions are not favorable for the initial crossing, we will continue up the Washington side, possibly to Wind River. We can paddle close along the shoreline, if conditions are windy, to find smoother water. There are several lovely small rock islands and coves with beaches for a break. At times, the river here can be still and silent, glassy as a lake, other times the wind can create an entirely different environment. We will be keeping the forecast in mind and if high winds are forecast, we will change our venue to an alternate location. Walking Man Brewing in Stevenson is an excellent option for post paddle food and beverages.
  Meeting Time: 10:30:00 AM
  Launch Time: 11:00:00 AM
  Type of activity: Paddle Trip
  Put in: Cascade Boat Launch Stevenson, WA
  Take out: Same
  Route Alternative for bad weather: To be determined
  Required equipment: 
  Minimum Immersion protection: Full wet suit
  Primary Organizer: Bob Freshman
  Assistant Organizer(s): Dave Smith, 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: Bob Freshman
  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: 60-70
  Estimated Water Temperature: 45-50
  Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 4 Hours
  Tide times & heights: NA
  Current information: 1-2 Knots
  Hazards: Shipping 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 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: Less than 1 mile
  Paddling Environment: 
  Overall rating: Level 2
  Rating Comments: Water temperatures will still be rather cold in the 45-50 range, minimum of full wet suit or dry suit required.

  
  

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• General Membership Meeting

  • When
    May 30, 2018
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Lucky Lab, 7576 SW Capital Hwy, Portland, OR 97219

   

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• Port Townsend--Registration Opens Feb. 24th

  • Start
    June 07, 2018
  • End
    June 10, 2018
  • Location
    Fort Worden State Park

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  To successfully register you will need to sign into your OOPS member account.  

  Please note that Level 1 trips cannot be guaranteed . 

  If an event registration category is sold out, please use the waitlist option to be placed in the queue for possible registration.  You do not need to pay the registration fee to join the waitlist; you will only pay it if you complete the registration process once you're notified that there is an opening.
  

  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

  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 (includes all OOPS event and camping expenses for one member)

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

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

  4. Trip Organizer (confirmed by Trip Czar)

  5. Event 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 unless pre-approved to do so.  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: Cancellations will be allowed a full refund up to within 4 weeks before the beginning of the event.  50% refunds allowed between 2-4 weeks prior, with a full refund IF we fill the spot.  After that, full refunds will be provided ONLY IF we are able to find a replacement.  All refunds will be done after the event.  Cancellations are done through the Event Manager only.  Thank you.

  
  

  
  

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• Cascade Lakes Four Days 2018

  • Start
    June 18, 2018
  • End
    June 22, 2018

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  Register now for a four- or five-day 2018 Central Oregon Kayaking extravaganza. Plan to arrive on Monday, June 18, 2018 and we’ll paddle Tuesday through Friday.   PLEASE USE THE WAITLIST IF REGISTRATION IS FULL.  This will be a collection of Level 1 trips. There will likely be only one trip per day.  You’ll sign up for the actual OOPS paddle trips later, but by registering here, you’ll know if you should go ahead and reserve your own campsite or lodging.  Please only register here once you know that there is a high likelihood that you will attend.   State campgrounds open registrations nine months in advance, so you can reserve a camp site beginning Sept. 18, 2017.   This extravaganza has been planned for mid-week because the lakes we visit should have fewer visitors then.  The Central Oregon waterways are a treat—clear water, fresh air, spectacular views.  It’s easy to see why people fall in love with Central Oregon. I expect that there will be about six Trip Organizers for these trips.  Registration will be limited to 28 total people, including Trip Organizers (four pods of seven paddlers).  PLEASE USE THE WAITLIST IF REGISTRATION IS FULL.
  

  I will be camping at La Pine State Park, and I hope you’ll reserve your own site there, too. The park is along the Deschutes River and features access to miles of relatively flat hiking and biking trails.  The campground is near Sunriver and all its amenities, as well as less than an hour from Sparks and Hosmer Lakes and less than 30 minutes from the other two waterways we’ll likely paddle.  PLEASE USE THE FORUM OR YOUR OWN INFORMAL NETWORKS TO FIND PEOPLE TO SHARE A CAMPSITE WITH.  I would suggest making your reservations early.  What do you have to risk but an $8 reservation fee?    I plan to reserve a site in the North Loop (Sites 100-148).  All the North Loop sites are large and have electrical hookups.   The other two loops have full-hookups, so they will attract more RVs.  Cabins are available in the South Loop.  Looking for something even more plush?  Rent a house in Sunriver.

  Be sue to subscribe to the forum:  https://oregonoceanpaddlingsociety.wildapricot.org/Trips-Forum/5075367

  ~Chris Mayou

  
  

  
  

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• General Membership Meeting

  • When
    June 27, 2018
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Lucky Lab, 7576 SW Capital Hwy, Portland, OR 97219

   

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• Florence--Registration Opens March 10

  • Start
    July 12, 2018
  • End
    July 15, 2018
  • Location
    Honeyman State Park, Loop F

  Register

  To successfully register you will need to sign into your OOPS member account.  

  Please note that Level 1 trips cannot be guaranteed .   However, most, if not all trips at this Event, are planned as Level 1 trips, weather-permitting.

  If an event registration category is sold out, please use the waitlist option to be placed in the queue for possible registration.  You do not need to pay the registration fee to join the waitlist; you will only pay it if you complete the registration process once you're notified that there is an opening.
  

  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

  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 (includes all OOPS event and camping expenses for one member)

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

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

  4. Trip Organizer (confirmed by Trip Czar)

  5. Event 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 unless pre-approved to do so. 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:  Cancellations will be allowed a full refund up to within 4 weeks before the beginning of the event.  50% refunds allowed between 2-4 weeks prior, with a full refund IF we fill the spot.  After that, full refunds will be provided ONLY IF we are able to find a replacement.  All refunds will be done after the event.  Cancellations are done through the Event Manager only.  Thank you.

  
  

  
  

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• Astoria--Registration Opens March 24th

  • Start
    August 08, 2018
  • End
    August 12, 2018
  • Location
    Fort Stevens State Park, Loop N

  Register

  To successfully register you will need to sign into your OOPS member account.  

  Please note that Level 1 trips cannot be guaranteed . 

  If an event registration category is sold out, please use the waitlist option to be placed in the queue for possible registration.  You do not need to pay the registration fee to join the waitlist; you will only pay it if you complete the registration process once you're notified that there is an opening.
  

  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

  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 (includes all OOPS event and camping expenses for one member)

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

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

  4. Trip Organizer (confirmed by Trip Czar)

  5. Event 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 unless pre-approved to do so. 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:  Cancellations will be allowed a full refund up to within 4 weeks before the beginning of the event.  50% refunds allowed between 2-4 weeks prior, with a full refund IF we fill the spot.  After that, full refunds will be provided ONLY IF we are able to find a replacement.  All refunds will be done after the event.  Cancellations are done through the Event Manager only.  Thank you.

  
  

  
  

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• General Membership Meeting

  • When
    August 22, 2018
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Lucky Lab, 7576 SW Capital Hwy, Portland, OR 97219

  
  

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• Waldo Lake--Registration Opens April 7th

  • Start
    August 26, 2018
  • End
    August 30, 2018
  • Location
    unknown

  Register

  To successfully register you will need to sign into your OOPS member account.  

  Please note that Level 1 trips cannot be guaranteed . 

  If an event registration category is sold out, please use the waitlist option to be placed in the queue for possible registration.  You do not need to pay the registration fee to join the waitlist; you will only pay it if you complete the registration process once you're notified that there is an opening.
  

  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

  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 (includes all OOPS event and camping expenses for one member)

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

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

  4. Trip Organizer (confirmed by Trip Czar)

  5. Event 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 unless pre-approved to do so. 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:  Cancellations will be allowed a full refund up to within 4 weeks before the beginning of the event.  50% refunds allowed between 2-4 weeks prior, with a full refund IF we fill the spot.  After that, full refunds will be provided ONLY IF we are able to find a replacement.  All refunds will be done after the event. . Cancellations are done through the Event Manager only.  Thank you.

  
  

  
  

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• Lopez Island--Registration Opens April 21st

  • Start
    September 13, 2018
  • End
    September 17, 2018
  • Location
    Odlin County Park, Lopez Island

  Join waitlist

  General registration will open April 21st (just after midnight on April 20th for you night-owls) or as soon thereafter as we have adequate Trip Organizers signed up.   Trip Organizers who have been approved to lead trips for the Event will be able to register earlier.

  To successfully register you will need to sign into your OOPS member account.  

  Please note that Level 1 trips cannot be guaranteed . 

  If an event registration category is sold out, please use the waitlist option to be placed in the queue for possible registration.  You do not need to pay the registration fee to join the waitlist; you will only pay it if you complete the registration process once you're notified that there is an opening.
  

  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

  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 (includes all OOPS event and camping expenses for one member)

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

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

  4. Trip Organizer (confirmed by Trip Czar)

  5. Event 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 unless pre-approved to do so. 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:  Cancellations will be allowed a full refund up to within 4 weeks before the beginning of the event.  50% refunds allowed between 2-4 weeks prior, with a full refund IF we fill the spot.  After that, full refunds will be provided ONLY IF we are able to find a replacement.  All refunds will be done after the event.  Cancellations are done through the Event Manager only.  Thank you.

  
  

  
  

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• General Membership Meeting

  • When
    September 26, 2018
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Lucky Lab, 7576 SW Capital Hwy, Portland, OR 97219

   

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• General Membership Meeting

  • When
    October 24, 2018
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Lucky Lab, 7576 SW Capital Hwy, Portland, OR 97219

   

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• General Membership Meeting

  • When
    November 28, 2018
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • Location
    Lucky Lab, 7576 SW Capital Hwy, Portland, OR 97219

   

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