West Linn, Narrows Fall Paddle - L2

When
October 13, 2024
9:30 AM
Location
Willamette Park, West Linn
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2
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Full Name: David Nesson
Narrative: Come Paddle with David Nesson on his Second Mentor Paddle, West Linn, OR.
Paddle the Narrows Leaving from Bernert Landing Boat Ramp (Willamette Park) circumnavigate Grove and Rock Island and see the Beautiful Lagoons in its Fall Colors. It's going to be a nice day. Hitting the Willamette can get windy and a little choppy Spray Skirts are required.

Meeting Time: 9:30:00 AM
Launch Time: 10:00:00 AM
Type of activity: Paddle Trip
Put in: Willamette Park, West Linn OR
Take out: Willamette Park, West Linn OR
Route Alternative for bad weather: Shorter Paddle or Cancel
Required equipment:
Minimum Immersion protection: Farmer John
Primary Organizer: David Nesson
Co-Organizer(s): Robin Rabirof
Has organizer paddled here before? Yes
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before? No
Organizer's first aid and CPR current? No
First Aid /CPR Person: Robin Rabirof
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: 76
Estimated Water Temperature: 61
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch): 4 Hours
Tide times & heights: N/A
Current information:
Hazards:
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: Winds can pick up in the afternoon causing Choppy water. Current can be a bit strong. and distance being over 6 miles, Making for Level 2 conditions
Location: Willamette Park, 1100 12th St, West Linn, OR 97068
Photos (Optional):
COVID-19 Status of Trip: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station: N/A
Link to map of route (Optional) https://www.google.com/maps/dir//1100+12th+St,+West+Linn,+OR+97068/@45.3401364,-122.7350005,12z/data=!4m8!4m7!1m0!1m5!1m1!1s0x549571a75fc76c17:0x15d693a9a48528cd!2m2!1d-122.6525999!2d45.340166?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTAwMi4xIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D

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