Bachelor Island Circumnavigation L2, 7-28-21

When
July 28, 2021
8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Spaces left
2

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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: Peter Carew
Email address: petercarew@carewfamily.com
Activity Title: Bachelor Island Circumnavigation L2, 7-28-21
Date of Activity: 7/28/2021
Narrative: We will meet at 8:30 at the Ridgefield Boat Ramp and launch at 9:00, then go down Lake River to the Columbia and turn left. On the Columbia, we can expect 6 to 9 mph NW tailwinds. Part way down the island there is a good stopping spot, perhaps for a snack or lunch. We will then continue south and round the island and return back to the launch using the Slough and Lake River. Total miles is about 10. Note: the Ridgefield website says their ramp and restrooms are now open and the day use cost is now $10 with a pay machine for cards by the restroom.
Meeting Time: 8:30:00 AM
Launch Time: 9:00:00 AM
Type of activity: Paddle Trip
Put in: Ridgefield Boat Ramp
Take out: Ridgefield Boat Ramp
Route Alternative for bad weather: Explore Lake River towards Vancouver Lake
Required equipment:
Minimum Immersion protection: None
Primary Organizer: Peter Carew
Assistant Organizer(s): none
Has organizer paddled here before? Yes
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before? No
Organizer's first aid and CPR current? Yes
First Aid /CPR Person:
Maximum number of paddlers: 6
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature: 70 - 85
Estimated Water Temperature: 70
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 5 hours
Tide times & heights: NOAA (Knapp):
2021/07/28 Wed 09:06 AM 2.69 H
2021/07/28 Wed 04:42 PM -0.18 L
Current information: less than 1
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 1: Frequent easy landing opportunities including gently sloping, sand, gravel or grass
Currents: Level 1: None or mild (less than 1 knot)
Total distance: Level 2: 6 to 11 miles
Open crossing: Level 1: No open crossing
Paddling Environment:
Overall rating: Level 2
Rating Comments: Level 2 for distance and potential wind & waves on the Columbia
Location (Optional): Ridgefield Boat Ramp, Mill St, Ridgefield WA 97642
Photos (optional): yes
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