Cancelled - Cedar Oak to Milwaukie Boat Ramp L2

Full Name: Peter Bezwerchyj
Activity Title: Cedar Oak to Milwaukie Boat Ramp L2
Date of Activity: 3/23/2024
Narrative: The weather is getting nicer. The river is getting lower. Easier paddling. Putting in at Cedar Oak. We will travel north & downstream with an outgoing tide. Destination is Milwaukie Boat Ramp. We will have any easy ride for the first half of our trip. For about 5 miles, to our lunch spot a Milwaukie boat ramp. There are facilities here, at the boat ramp. If we so choose to, we can stop at Elk Rock Island, before lunch, Or make this our lunch spot. Elk Rock Island is very close to the boat ramp. After lunch we shall procee south & back upstream, back to Cedar oak. On the way back, the tide will be slowing the river down for us. We will not be paddling back against the full force of the river.
Dry suit shall be required. This is a Level 2 trip. Wet exit certification is required. Spray skirts must be worn at all times. Neoprene gloves and hood shall be required gear to have with you. (I have spares of both) The weather is getting really nice, but the water is still very cold. The weather could easily change, just be ready for it. It is highly encouraged for you to wet test your dry suit. Also, to self-asses if you have enough insulation under your dry suit. The water will be extremely cold. Water temperature will be about 50 deg F (46.5 deg F at time of writing trip proposal). Be sure to have adequate layers of insulation. Air temperature forecast 40 to 55 deg F (est. at time of writing trip proposal). Bring a lunch & consider a thermos with something hot. Extra & spare set of clothing, in dry bags. Be prepared so that we can have maximum fun.

Meeting Time: 9:00:00 AM
Launch Time: 10:00:00 AM
Type of activity: Paddle Trip
Put in: Cedaroak Boat Ramp, 4600 Elmran Dr, West Linn, OR 97068
Take out: https://maps.app.goo.gl/a5SzEwKvvaio2uCN7
Route Alternative for bad weather: Shorten trip.
Required equipment:
Minimum Immersion protection: Drysuit
Primary Organizer: Peter Bezwerchyj
Co-Organizer(s): Robin Rabiroff
Has organizer paddled here before? Yes
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before? No
Organizer's first aid and CPR current? Yes
First Aid /CPR Person:
Maximum number of paddlers: 10 total
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature: 50 Deg F
Estimated Water Temperature: 50 Deg F
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 4.5 hours
Tide times & heights:
Tide Times:
L 12:38 AM 0.47 Ft
H 04:50 AM 2.48 Ft
L 12:25 PM 0.57 Ft
H 4:55 PM 2.60 Ft

Current information: 1.5 to 2 knots max
Hazards: Shipping traffic
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 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 1: Less than 0.5 miles
Paddling Environment:
Overall rating: Level 2
Rating Comments: Cold water, fishing boats, & shipping. 10 mile paddle. May be windy.
Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/a5SzEwKvvaio2uCN7
Photos (Optional):
COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station: 9439221 Portland Morrison Street Bridge, OR