Newberg Rogers Landing to the Yamhill River and Return - L2 - T2612

When
February 24, 2026
9:30 AM
Location
Rogers Landing
Spaces left
2
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5 registrants

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Full Name:: Dennis Pennell
Narrative:: This is essentially the same as the trip I did on Jan 27, 2026.
Join me on Tuesday Feb 24 for a winter paddle out of Rogers Landing in Newberg. We will go upriver in the back-channel side of Ash Island, with the intent to reach the mouth of the Yamhill before crossing to the east side of the river for a lunch stop.

With the leaves off the trees, we should get a good view of the heron nests, and maybe some herons also. There are usually ducks, various raptors, Kingfishers, and small birds in abundance.

Air temps should be about 40 when we launch and soaring into the mid-40s by mid-afternoon. Water temperatures will be in the low 40s. You might consider bringing a hot beverage or soup for the lunch stop in case you get a little cool during the break.

Last I checked there is a $3 parking fee payable via Mastercard or Visa at the parking lot.

Please arrive at whatever time you need to be ready for a safety talk at 10:15 followed immediately by launching.
Meeting Time:: 9:30:00 AM
Launch Time:: 12:30:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: https://maps.app.goo.gl/x3z54C97ioMapq1y5
Take out:: https://maps.app.goo.gl/x3z54C97ioMapq1y5
Route Alternative for bad weather:: None. Trip will go if sustained winds are less than 12 knots .
Required equipment::
Minimum Immersion protection:: Drysuit
Primary Organizer:: Dennis Pennell
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:: 5 plus TO
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 40-45
Estimated Water Temperature:: 43-45
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 4 hours
Tide times & heights:: N/A
Current information:: 2 knots max expected
Hazards:: Shipping traffic
Wind strength:: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
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 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::
Location:: https://maps.app.goo.gl/x3z54C97ioMapq1y5
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: All participants of this trip must be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: N/A
Link to map of route (Optional):

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