Second Annual Estacada Lake New Year’s Paddle - L2 - T2502

When
January 01, 2025
10:30 AM
Location
Milo McGiver State Park, ESTACADA LAKE BOAT LAUNCH
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Full Name: Brenda C Brewer
Narrative: Would you enjoy a mellow New Year’s Day paddle? Then come join Bob Freshman and Brenda Brewer on the second annual Estacada Lake New Year’s paddle! Winter is usually quiet and peaceful on the lake, and we frequently see many birds and lots of run-off waterfalls.

We will launch above the dam in the lake and paddle upstream, passing many cool waterfalls, with time for pictures. If the current is too “sporty” up by the dam or if there’s not a good landing zone at the gravel bar we will head on back; otherwise we will take a snack and bio break before heading back.

Overall this is a mellow level 2 paddle. Hazards include cold (mid 40’s) so please wear your dry suit with warm clothes underneath, gloves and pogies if you use them, and consider bringing a hot drink or soup. The forecast calls for light rain in the morning and partly cloudy by afternoon.

There is a vault toilet in the parking lot, and a kayak launch as well as the shore to launch from. It’s usually $5 entrance fee, but I believe that is waived on New Years Day. From the park entrance to the lake is about a 10-15 minute drive, so please allow yourself enough time to arrive stress free and on time. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to email Brenda at abcbrewer@gmail.com.
Meeting Time: 10:30:00 AM
Launch Time: 11:00:00 AM
Type of activity: Paddle Trip
Put in: Milo McGiver State Park, ESTACADA LAKE BOAT LAUNCH. 24101 S Entrance Rd, Estacada OR 97023
Take out: Milo McGiver State Park, ESTACADA LAKE BOAT LAUNCH. 24101 S Entrance Rd, Estacada OR 97023
Route Alternative for bad weather: Shorten the trip or cancel
Required equipment:
Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
Primary Organizer: Brenda C Brewer
Co-Organizer(s): Bob Freshman
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: Brenda C Brewer
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: 45 F in the am, up to 48 F by afternoon.
Estimated Water Temperature: 43 F
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 3.5 hours
Tide times & heights: N/A
Current information: 1-2 mph
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 3: Bad footing, rocky shores, or surf up to 1.5'
Currents: Level 2: Mild currents (up to 2 knots): current increases / decreases group speed by half
Total distance: Level 1: Up to 6 miles
Open crossing: Level 1: Less than 0.5 miles
Paddling Environment:
Overall rating: Level 2
Rating Comments: This is a mellow level 2.
Location: Milo McGiver State Park, ESTACADA LAKE BOAT LAUNCH. 24101 S Entrance Rd, Estacada OR 97023
Photos (Optional):
COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station: N/A
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