Comments and Discussion
This trip is for the Sunshine Coast Event. Registration will be available to Sunshine Coast Event registered members only on the night before the trip. Signup will be at the event headquarters campsite.
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.
Narrative: Launch at Secret Cove* and paddle two miles along the shoreline to hidden Smuggler Cove. We’ll look for a First Nation historical fish trap and take a break which might include a short hike. We’ll return to Secret Cove, possibly first circumnavigating small Grant Island in Welcome Passage near the entrance to Smuggler Cove if conditions are mild. We have the option to stop at Secret Cove Marina** where there is ice cream and other snacks, as well as a bathroom. Free kayak tie-up at their dock. We’ll round out our trip's final mile by exploring the channel between Turnagain Island and the mainland. We will discuss minimum immersion gear at the Sunshine Coast Event. * https://www.buccaneermarina.com/ Launch from Secret Cove’s Buccaneer Marina ($6/person includes launch and parking). Buccaneer Marina, 5535 Sans Souci Road Halfmoon Bay, B.C. V0N 1Y2 **https://www.secretcovemarina.com/about Meeting Time: 9:00:00 AM Launch Time: 9:45:00 AM Type of activity: Paddle Trip Put in: Buccaneer Marina Take out: Buccaneer Marina Route Alternative for bad weather: TBD Required equipment: Minimum Immersion protection: None Primary Organizer: Chris Mayou Co-Organizer(s): Paula Brottman 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 with second TO I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy: Yes Estimated Air Temperature: 60F Estimated Water Temperature: 55F? Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 4-5 hours
Tide Station: Halfmoon Bay Tide times & heights: Time PDT Height (ft) 05:43 7.4 10:57 11.4 16:44 6.2 Current information: Not applicable 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 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 1: None or mild (less than 1 knot) Total distance: Level 1: Up to 6 miles Open crossing: Level 1: No open crossing Paddling Environment: Overall rating: Level 2 Rating Comments: Location (Optional): Buccaneer Marina, 5535 Sans Souci Road Halfmoon Bay, B.C. Photos (Optional): COVID-19 Status of Trip:Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Oregon Ocean Paddling SocietyPortland, Oregon
