Lake Billy Chinook Event, Upper Metolius Arm of Lake Billy Chinook, L2

 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: Jay Nutt
Activity Title: Lake Billy Chinook Event, Upper Metolius Arm of Lake Billy Chinook, L2
Date of Activity: 5/13/2022
Narrative: We will launch from the Perry South boat ramp and paddle up the Metolius Arm of Lake Billy Chinook to the beginning of whitewater, then return to Perry South boat ramp. Although no attempt will be made to ascend the river more than a short distance above the lake pool, we will paddle into the transition zone between lake and river, where currents stronger than 2 knots may be encountered. Paddlers entering this zone should have skills in negotiating moving water up to 4 knots and should bring their helmets. This trip will be 7+ miles and can be fairly vigorous with spring currents.

The Perry South Campground is currently closed so it’s not clear whether the launch site will require the $5 fee (or NW Forest Pass) or whether the vault toilets and potable water will be available. Come prepared for neither.
Meeting Time: 9:00:00 AM
Launch Time: 9:45:00 AM
Type of activity: Paddle Trip
Put in: PERRY SOUTH BOAT LAUNCH
Take out: Perry South Campground boat launch
Route Alternative for bad weather: Trip may be cancelled for high winds.
Required equipment:
Minimum Immersion protection: Full wet suit
Primary Organizer: Jay Nutt
Assistant Organizer(s): Connie Lively
Has organizer paddled here before? Yes
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before? No
Organizer's first aid and CPR current? No
First Aid /CPR Person: Connie Lively
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: 62
Estimated Water Temperature: 56
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 3-4
Tide times & heights:
Current information: Up to 4 knots
Hazards:
Wind strength: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
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 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
Currents: Level 3: Up to 4 knots: paddlers must sprint to move forward
Total distance: Level 2: 6 to 11 miles
Open crossing: Level 1: No open crossing
Paddling Environment:
Overall rating: Level 2
Rating Comments: High winds, if they materialize, may require canceling trip.
Location (Optional): Perry South Campground https://maps.app.goo.gl/dSJ6GGQ8ZpgTofd38
Photos (optional):
COVID-19 Status of Trip All participants of this trip must be vaccinated for Covid-19