Clatskanie to Columbia River and return, L2, 6-14-22

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: david smith
Activity Title: Clatskanie to Columbia River and return, L2, 6-14-22
Date of Activity: 6/14/2022
Narrative: Join me and a couple of seasoned TOs for a paddle down the Clatskanie River to Wallace and Cooper Islands in the Columbia River. Weather looks decent and the tides are favorable.
The put-in is about an hour's drive from Portland. We'll meet at 9:30 am at the Beaver Boat Ramp just off Hwy 30 in Clatskanie. We'll launch into the Clatskanie and paddle about 2.5 miles to it's mouth at the Columbia. From there we'll paddle upriver and circle around Cooper Isl before heading back to our launch site. Total mileage will be about 10 miles. Parking may be free, but be prepared to pay. Restrooms are available.
Meeting Time: 9:30:00 AM
Launch Time: 10:00:00 AM
Type of activity: Paddle Trip
Put in: Beaver Boat Ramp in Clatskanie
Take out: Same
Route Alternative for bad weather: TBD
Required equipment:
Minimum Immersion protection: Farmer John
Primary Organizer: David Smith
Assistant Organizer(s): Steve Blackwood, Bob Freshman
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: 65°
Estimated Water Temperature: 60°
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 4 hours
Tide times & heights: NOAA Cape Horn: low at 10:15 am, -1.74'; high at 3:58 pm, 5.12'
Current information: 2 knots
Hazards:
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 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: Please plan on some current and light winds on the Columbia. Either drysuits or farmer john wetsuits are Ok. Please bring a paddle jacket if wearing a farmer john.
Location (Optional): 350 US-30, Clatskanie, OR 97016
Photos (Optional):
COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19