Explore the Narrows and maybe the Tualatin on a hot day, L2, 4/28/2023

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.

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Narrative: Friday looks to hit the 80's, so let's get out and explore a bit. We'll launch from Bernert Landing at West Linn Willamette Park. Water level above the falls is just below 58. We can take a peek at the Tualatin and see if people would like dip a paddle in. We will then go upriver, finding out how much current we have to contend with on the west side of the rock islands. Maybe we just paddle to the mansion? Maybe we cross over and work our way up into the Narrows and see what water levels and currents we find in the gaps. Maybe we go over to the far east side and check out the water ski slalom course. If people want to practice in the heat, we can find a somewhat sheltered spot and work on some assisted and/or self rescues. No matter how you slice it, the day looks perfect to be on the water. With water temps at 52 degrees, we should still be wearing drysuits or wetsuits that are appropriate for those temps. The air temps should hit the 80s, but we can splash water on our suits if we get a bit warm. No matter how you slice it, it should be a pleasant day to be on the water.

If anyone would like to be a Co-organizer, let me know and we can expand the group size a bit.
Meeting Time: 10:00:00 AM
Launch Time: 10:30:00 AM
Type of activity: Paddle Trip
Put in: West Linn Willamette Park/Bernert Landing
Take out: Same
Route Alternative for bad weather: None
Required equipment:
Minimum Immersion protection: Farmer John
Primary Organizer: Joe Howell
Co-Organizer(s):
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: 6
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature: 70-85
Estimated Water Temperature: 52
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 5 hours
Tide times & heights: NA
Current information: 1.9 knots
Hazards:
Wind strength: Level 1: 0-7 knots (8 mph)
Swell/Surf size: Level 2: Waves up to 2', 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: Level 2 due to currents, distance, and potential to find standing waves in play spots
Location (Optional):
Photos (Optional):
COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19