Rooster Rock to Cape Horn RT L2 3-22-22

 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.

Timestamp 3/19/2022 14:35:00
Full Name: Bob Freshman
Email address: bob.freshman@frontier.com
Phone: 503-209-3008
Activity Title: Rooster Rock to Cape Horn RT
Date of Activity: 3/22/2022
Narrative: Weather forecast for Tuesday is for Mid-60’s, sunny and mild winds. Please join Steve Blackwood and Bob Freshman for a trip from Rooster Rock State park boat across the Columbia to the always scenic Cape Horn and back going behind Sand Island on the return trip. 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 6-7 MPH and air temp of 53 degrees when we launch and a high of 66 for a high. Water temperature is still quite cool at 45 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 around 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: 9:30:00 AM
Launch Time: 10:30:00 AM
Type of activity: Paddle Trip
Put in: Rooster Rock State Park. We will launch from the path next to the first bathroom when you turn left entering the park. We will not be launching from the boat ramp.
Take out: Same
Route Alternative for bad weather: TBD
Required equipment:
Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
Primary Organizer: Bob Freshman
Assistant Organizer(s): Steve Blackwood
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: 65
Estimated Water Temperature: 45
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 3-4 hours
Tide times & heights: 2022/03/22 Tue 05:34 AM 0.24 L
2022/03/22 Tue 11:35 AM 1.80 H
2022/03/22 Tue 7:34 PM 0.26 L
2022/03/22 Tue 11:39 PM 0.95 H

Current information: 1-2 MPH
Hazards: Shipping traffic
Wind strength: Level 1: 0-7 knots (8 mph)
Swell/Surf size: Level 1: Under 1' waves, no breaking waves
Sea state: Level 1: Waves up to the deck seam; water glassy to rippled, no whitecaps
Landing types: Level 1: Frequent easy landing opportunities including gently sloping, sand, gravel or grass
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: Water temperature is still cold at 45 degrees, so drysuits or full wetsuits required
Location (Optional): GQW5+FR Corbett, Oregon
Photos (optional): yes
COVID-19 Status of Trip All participants of this trip must be vaccinated for Covid-19