Cancelled- Smith & Bybee Lakes Wildlife Exploration Paddle - L2 - T2503

When
January 02, 2025
9:30 AM
Location
Smith & Bybee Lakes Canoe Launch
Spaces left
4
Registered
2 registrants

Registration

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Full Name: Brad Sheehan
Narrative: Join Brad Sheehan for a pleasant exploration around Smith & Bybee Lakes.
The recent rains have finally brought the water level up to an acceptable height for a memorable paddle. It has been eight months since I've been out to the lakes.

We should see lots of waterfowl, maybe a few eagles, a variety of hawks, Great Blue Herons and maybe a White Egret.
Seeing invasive Nutria is guaranteed, but an elusive River Otter or Beaver would be a real treat.
Bring a lunch and water, and we'll find a suitable spot to eat along the way.

Dress for cold and wet weather, neoprene gloves and warm wool base layers.

Please Plan to be a cooperative Pod Participant, and Bring your wheels/kayak cart.
DON'T LEAVE ANYTHING OF VALUE IN YOUR VEHICLE.
DROP DOWN YOUR GLOVE BOX LID, AND FLIP UP THE CONSOLE COVER.

There is no fee to park, but you do need a current Oregon Water Access Permit.
The permit is good for an entire year and available online at:
https://www.oregon.gov/osmb/boater-info/pages/ais-faqs.aspx

Meeting Time: 9:30:00 AM
Launch Time: 10:00:00 AM
Type of activity: Paddle Trip
Put in: 5300 N Marine Dr, Portland, OR 97203 Smith & Bybee Lakes Canoe Launch at East end of roadway, past the out house, park pavilion and picnic area.
Take out: Same
Route Alternative for bad weather: We'll plan to paddle unless lightning is predicted
Required equipment:
Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
Primary Organizer: Brad Sheehan
Co-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: Brad Sheehan
Maximum number of paddlers: Total of 6 paddlers
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature: 50 Degrees
Estimated Water Temperature: 45-50 degrees
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 5 hours
Tide times & heights: 7:40 am 2.2 ft High
2:17 pm 1.2 ft Low
7:09 pm 3.2 ft High - We'll be off the water!

Current information: neglgible
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 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: Between 0.5 and 1 miles
Paddling Environment:
Overall rating: Level 2
Rating Comments: Wind and open areas on the lakes put this at a Level 2
Location: 5300 N Marine Dr, Portland, OR 97203
Photos (Optional):
COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station: USGS Columbia Slough at Willamette River
Link to map of route (Optional) https://www.google.com/search?gs_ssp=eJwFwbsNgCAQANDYsoPJNdYQQQRHcAlyB6cQPw0W6PS-J4S8pDJfCKGpbhlUm4yf0JmRUtQ2kl9U05o5UtJ2tg59wrWvV3ky4J2AXmKGEw-usJWay73_5_wZ1w&q=smith+and+bybee+lakes+fishing&oq=Smith+and+Bybee+Lakes&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUqDQgBEC4YrwEYxwEYgAQyDAgAEEUYORiABBiiBDINCAEQLhivARjHARiABDIGCAIQRRhAMgcIAxAAGIAEMggIBBAAGBYYHjIKCAUQABiABBiiBDIGCAYQRRhB0gEKMTEwNDNqMGoxNagCCLACAQ&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8

Oregon Ocean Paddling Society
Portland, Oregon