Comments and Discussion
Steve Blackwood and Chris Mayou will put in at Cedaroak Boat Ramp and paddle up the Willamette River to Willamette Falls. The trip up river will not present too much challenge as we can eddy hop up the river. We can explore the currents around the falls as the individual paddler feels comfortable. There are some very strong currents close to the falls but we can stay in the eddies that provide calm water for those who do not feel comfortable with the faster water. Bring a helmet if you plan on getting in the faster water. Bring a tow belt if you have one and know how to use it. Free parking and bathrooms at Cedaroak boat ramp. Bring water and lunch. Meeting Time: 9:00:00 AM Launch Time: 9:45:00 AM Type of activity: Paddle Trip Put in: Cedaroak Boat Ramp Take out: Cedaroak Boat Ramp Route Alternative for bad weather: none Required equipment: Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit Primary Organizer: Steve Blackwood Assistant Organizer(s): Chris Mayou 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 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: 47 Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 4 Tide times & heights: Measured at Morrison Street Bridge low tide 9:13am -0.59ft high tide 2:32pm 1.52ft Current information: .5mph 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 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: Currents are strong around falls but can be avoided. Location (Optional): https://goo.gl/maps/F1QKXd86C2ThfQkW7
Oregon Ocean Paddling SocietyPortland, Oregon
