Rooster Rock to Cape Horn, Level 2

 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: Bob Freshman
Email address: bob.freshman@frontier.com
Activity Title: Rooster Rock to Cape Horn
Date of Activity: 6/1/2021
Narrative: Please join Dave Smith and myself for a trip from Rooster Rock State park boat ramp across the Columbia to the always scenic Cape Horn and back going behind Sand Island on the return trip if water level permits. Cape Horn is a massive basalt cliff outcrop located on the Washington side of the Columbia River rising up to 2500 feet with seasonal waterfalls into the Columbia River.
As of today the conditions look good with forecast winds of 3-5 MPH and air temp of 89 degrees for a high. Water temperature is forecast for 60 degrees. If the conditions do not look right for the crossing that day, we have an option to paddle around Sand Island instead of crossing the Columbia. We will make the final route decision before the trip based on conditions. There are some moderate currents and eddies near Cape Horn.
This area can get unexpectedly windy at times, so while it’s not required, if you own a towline and know how to safely use one, please bring it.
Oregon State Parks have a $5 parking fee unless you have the yearly state park pass.
Meeting Time: 9:15:00 AM
Launch Time: 10:00:00 AM
Type of activity: Paddle Trip
Put in: Rooster Rock State Park Boat Ramp
Take out: Same
Route Alternative for bad weather: Stay on Oregon side of the river and circumnavigate Sand Island
Required equipment:
Minimum Immersion protection: Farmer John
Primary Organizer: Bob Freshman
Assistant 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: 12
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature: 74 at launch-89 high
Estimated Water Temperature: 60
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 4 hours
Tide times & heights: 2021/06/01 Tue 02:16 AM 0.91 H
2021/06/01 Tue 08:01 AM 0.56 L
2021/06/01 Tue 12:50 PM 1.41 H
2021/06/01 Tue 9:07 PM 0.16 L

Current information: 1-2 knots
Hazards: Shipping traffic
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 2: 6 to 11 miles
Open crossing: Level 2: Less than 1 mile
Paddling Environment:
Overall rating: Level 2
Rating Comments: Winds can increase during the trip and create some waves, you should be comfortable in these conditions
Location (Optional): GQV2+RC Corbett, Oregon
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