Willamette Narrows and possibly Willow Island - L2

When
September 23, 2024
9:15 AM
Location
Bernert Landing, West Linn Willamette Park
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Full Name: Joe Howell
Narrative: Join Dave Smith and myself for a Monday paddle out of West Linn Willamette Park. We will paddle up the slot on the far west side, possibly going to the south end of Willow Island for a snack/lunch break. After refueling, we will cross to the east side and make our way down river toward the Narrows. The water level is currently about 56 feet, so the Narrows may have a lot of exposed rocks. We'll see how many spots we can get into and explore, given the low water levels. If people have any interest, we can practice rescues, either in the Narrows or in deeper water. Be sure to bring water, food, and sunscreen, and dress for water temps around 60-61 degrees. Please arrive as early as you need to in order to be ON the water by 10 a.m. If you want to try a rescue in the narrows, please bring your helmet.
Meeting Time: 9:15:00 AM
Launch Time: 10:00:00 AM
Type of activity: Paddle Trip
Put in: Bernert Landing, West Linn Willamette Park
Take out: Same
Route Alternative for bad weather: None
Required equipment:
Minimum Immersion protection: Farmer John
Primary Organizer: Joe Howell
Co-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:
Maximum number of paddlers: 10 plus the 2 TO's.
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: 61
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 4 hours
Tide times & heights: NA
Current information: <1 kt
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 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:
Location: Bernert Landing, West Linn Willamette Park
Photos (Optional):
COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station: NA
Link to map of route (Optional)

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