Scappoose to Columbia River Paddle

When
November 01, 2021
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Location
Scappoose Bay Marina
Spaces left
1

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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: david smith
Activity Title: Scappoose to Columbia River Paddle
Date of Activity: 11/1/2021
Narrative: Join Bob Freshman and me for your first paddle in November. We'll meet at 9am (or earlier if you need more time) at Scappoose Bay Marina and launch by 9:30 am. Our plan is to paddle down the Multnomah Channel to the Columbia River where we'll hang a hard right and paddle upstream to the Warrior Rock Lighthouse. Once there, we'll take a short break and enjoy the scenery. 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/slide 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.
Restrooms are available. There is a $5 parking/launch fee that can be paid by credit card.
Meeting Time: 9:00:00 AM
Launch Time: 9:30:00 AM
Type of activity: Paddle Trip
Put in: Scappoose Bay Marina
Take out: same
Route Alternative for bad weather: TBD
Required equipment:
Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
Primary Organizer: David Smith
Assistant 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:
Maximum number of paddlers: 12
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: 55°
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 4 hrs
Tide times & heights: NOAA at St Helens: low at 9:58 am, .17'; high at 3:07 pm, 2.7'
Current information: Less than 2 knots
Hazards: Shipping traffic
Wind strength: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
Swell/Surf size: Level 2: Waves up to 2', no breaking waves
Sea state: Level 2: Waves up to armpit; light to moderate chop, scattered whitecaps
Landing types: Level 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
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:
Location (Optional): 57420 Old Portland Rd, Warren, OR
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COVID-19 Status of Trip Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19