Stevenson, WA to Wind River, WA RT L2, 1-29-22

• 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: Stevenson, WA to Wind River, WA RT L2, 1-29-22
Date of Activity: 1/29/2022
Narrative: Put in at the Cascade Boat Ramp in Stevenson, WA and paddle up the Columbia River to Wind River and then return on the same route. This is a very scenic area of the Columbia. This is also an area that is known for its wind. The forecast for Saturday is winds of 5 knots coming out of the west. This is a reasonable wind speed for most level 2 paddlers. There will be some waves because the wind will be blowing against the river current. Bring a tow line if you have one. It will be the last day before the rain starts. Join me for a fun paddle. Free parking and restrooms at the put in.
Meeting Time: 10:00:00 AM
Launch Time: 10:30:00 AM
Type of activity: Paddle Trip
Put in: Cascade Boat Ramp, Stevenson, WA
Take out: Same
Route Alternative for bad weather: TBD
Required equipment:
Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
Primary Organizer: Steve Blackwood
Assistant Organizer(s): Joe Howell.
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: 10
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature: Low to mid 40es
Estimated Water Temperature: 40*F
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 4hrs
Tide times & heights: NA
Current information: 1.5k
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 1: No open crossing
Paddling Environment:
Overall rating: Level 2
Rating Comments:
Location (Optional): https://goo.gl/maps/7DpqM6sQShfJVkqCA
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COVID-19 Status of Trip Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19