Scappoose Bay Marina to Warrior Rock Lighthouse RT L1, 7-22-22

 This trip is limited to members with a wet exit certification (except for level 1 trips when the paddler is not using a spray skirt....if the paddler is wearing a spray skirt on a level 1 paddle, the Wet Exit Certification is REQUIRED).  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 if you intend to wear a spray skirt.  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.

Full Name: Bob Freshman
Activity Title: Scappoose Bay Marina to Warrior Rock Lighthouse RT L1, 7-22-22
Date of Activity: 7/22/2022
Narrative: The weather on Friday will be a perfect day to be on the water, sunny with a high of 79. Please join Dave Smith and me for a trip from the Scappoose Bay Marina to Warrior Rock Lighthouse and back. We'll meet at 9:30 (or earlier if you need more time) at Scappoose Bay Marina and launch by 10:00 am. Our plan is to paddle down the scenic Scappoose Bay, crossing the Multnomah Channel to the Columbia River. We will head upstream a bit on the Columbia to the Warrior Rock Lighthouse. We will take our lunch break on a sandy beach and enjoy the view of the river traffic on the Columbia. The distance to the lighthouse is about 3.5 miles. From the lighthouse we can see where the Lewis and Lake Rivers flow into the Columbia. The marina in Scappoose is a dock launch only. They provide a kayak launch at the end of the dock or you can do a traditional dock launch. Bring wheels for access to the dock or partner up to get boats to the dock. I expect conditions to be pretty mild on Friday. Total distance will be 7-8 miles.

Don’t forget to bring lunch and water.
Restrooms are available. There is a $5 parking fee that can be paid by credit card.

Meeting Time: 9:30:00 AM
Launch Time: 10:00:00 AM
Type of activity: Paddle Trip
Put in: Scappoose Bay Marina Kayak Launch
Take out: Same
Route Alternative for bad weather: TBD
Required equipment:
Minimum Immersion protection: None
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: 79
Estimated Water Temperature: 68-70
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 3-4 Hours
Tide times & heights: 2022/07/22 Fri 12:30 AM 2.46 H
2022/07/22 Fri 08:46 AM 0.29 L
2022/07/22 Fri 1:30 PM 1.34 H
2022/07/22 Fri 6:50 PM 0.38 L

Current information: 1-2 MPH
Hazards: Shipping traffic
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 2: Less than 1 mile
Paddling Environment:
Overall rating: Level 1
Rating Comments: Water temperature should be about 68 on the Columbia, a bit warmer in Scappoose Bay
Location (Optional): 57420 Old Portland Rd, Warren, OR 97053
Photos (Optional):
COVID-19 Status of Trip: All participants of this trip must be vaccinated for Covid-19