Comments and Discussion
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: Steve Blackwood Activity Title: Willamette Falls Paddle with some skills practice, L2, 9-11-22 Date of Activity: 9/11/2022 Narrative: We will get out early on Sunday morning before the crowds show up. If we get on the water by 9:00 am we can paddle across the river and do some bracing, sculling, self-rescues and assisted rescues. From there we will paddle up to the falls and practice paddling in currents. Plan on getting wet, the water is still comfortable. If you tend to get cold, you may want to wear a Farmer John or a shorty wetsuit. A helmet is required. Post paddle refreshments at The Rivershore Restaurant if you are so inclined. Meeting Time: 8:15:00 AM Launch Time: 9:00:00 AM Type of activity: Paddle Trip Put in: Sportcraft Landing Take out: Same Route Alternative for bad weather: None Required equipment: Helmet Minimum Immersion protection: None Primary Organizer: Steve Blackwood Assistant Organizer(s): Tom Waldron 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: 8 I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy: Yes Estimated Air Temperature: 70es Estimated Water Temperature: 70es Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 3 Tide times & heights: High 5:55 AM 2.92 ft Low 2:14 PM .09 ft Current information: 2 knots Hazards: Wind strength: Level 1: 0-7 knots (8 mph) 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 1: Up to 6 miles Open crossing: Level 1: No open crossing Paddling Environment: Overall rating: Level 2 Rating Comments: Up by the falls the current is fast, This is a place to play and to learn. Location (Optional): https://goo.gl/maps/2kcVLJh9o3oz8GXV6 Photos (Optional): COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19