Comments and Discussion
Narrative: We will launch from the boat ramp near the Port Townsend Marine Science Center, and paddle at a leisurely pace toward Port Townsend waterfront. We may stop at the Boat Haven en route to Fort Townsend State Park. Or we may stop at the Boat Haven on the return. Or both. Should be a relaxing 10 mile round trip. Or we may just paddle to the Boat Haven and call that enough and have an on shore break/lunch. Some amenities are available nearby locally, such as coffee and cafes. Meeting Time: 9:00:00 AM Launch Time: 9:30:00 AM Type of activity: Paddle Trip Put in: Boat ramp near the Marine Science Center Take out: Boat ramp near the Marine Science Center Route Alternative for bad weather: None Required equipment: Minimum Immersion protection: Farmer John Primary Organizer: Dennis Pennell Assistant Organizer(s): Has organizer paddled here before? No Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before? No Organizer's first aid and CPR current? Yes First Aid /CPR Person: Dennis Pennell Maximum number of paddlers: 6, or 12 if another organizer goes along I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy: Yes Estimated Air Temperature: 55 Estimated Water Temperature: 50 Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 4 hours Tide times & heights: 9:59 AM, low at -0.44 ft, 5:28 PM high at 7.72 ft Current information: <1 knot 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 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: No open crossing Paddling Environment: Overall rating: Level 2 Rating Comments:
Oregon Ocean Paddling SocietyPortland, Oregon