Level 2 Paddle - Scappoose Bay to Sand Island, 10-2-22

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: Paula Brottman
Activity Title: Level 2 Paddle - Scappoose Bay to Sand Island, 10-2-22
Date of Activity: 10/2/2022
Narrative: Sunday looks like a lovely day! We'll depart from Scappoose Bay and cross Multnomah Channel to St. Helen's Sand Island Marine Park where we'll stop for lunch and a short walk. On our way we'll view Mt. St. Helens and backwater sloughs. We may decide to circumnavigate the island if conditions permit and the group is motivated and capable. The view of the Columbia River from Sand Island is spectacular. Length of the paddle will be about 8-9 miles. There are vault toilets on Sand Island.

We'll meet Meet at Scappoose Bay Paddle Center by 8:45 am and be ready for the OOPS pre-paddle talk at 9:30 am. Park in the kayak unloading area where we will help each other carry boats down to the dock launch. There are public restrooms at the marina parking area, and a $3 day-use PARKING fee (credit card or cash).


Meeting Time: 8:45:00 AM
Launch Time: 9:30:00 AM
Type of activity: Paddle Trip
Put in: Scappoose Bay Paddling Center
Take out: Scappoose Bay Paddling Center
Route Alternative for bad weather: Paddle in the bay. Possibly paddle to Warrior Rock.
Required equipment:
Minimum Immersion protection: None
Primary Organizer: Paula Brottman
Assistant Organizer(s): Monte Johnson
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: 80's
Estimated Water Temperature: 60-65 fahrenheit
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 4-5 hours
Tide times & heights: NOAA Tide Predictions for St. Helens, OR

10/2/22 6:21 AM 0.41 L; 10:38 AM 1.25 H; 4:28 PM 0.61 L; 10:09 PM 2.85 H

Current information: Less than 1 knot
Hazards:
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 2: Frequent landing opportunities including docks or moderate sloping banks, brush or overhanging trees
Currents: Level 1: None or mild (less than 1 knot)
Total distance: Level 2: 6 to 11 miles
Open crossing: Level 2: Less than 1 mile
Paddling Environment:
Overall rating: Level 2
Rating Comments: Level 2 due to paddling in the Columbia
Location (Optional): Scappoose Bay Paddling Center 57420 Old Portland Rd, Warren, OR 97053
Photos (Optional):
COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
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