Oregon Ocean Paddling Society upcoming events

Bachelor Island Circumnavigation - L2 - T2684 (October 11, 2026)

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Full Name:: Steve Pruett
Narrative:: We are meeting up at the Lake River Ridgefield Kayak Lauch, 109 W. Division St, Ridgefield, WA. At 10am, launching at 10:30.

We will head downriver on Lake River, take a left into Bachelor Slough, head west at the Columbia and then stop for lunch at the end of Bachelor Island where Lake River comes in. Return trip is up lake river to where we put in.

This is a beautiful paddle around the island and next to Ridgefield Wildlife refuge. We should be seeing Eagles, seals and other birds. We can also check out the line of Bird Houses in Lake River, some very creative artists built hand made bird houses.

Bring a lunch, water, sunscreen, all the usual items. I am getting re-certified to be a TO, so you can laugh at me when I do a self rescue. I will also need to tow someone for a bit, so some will get a small break from padding.

Meeting Time:: 10:00:00 AM
Launch Time:: 10:30:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: Lake River Ridgefield Kayak Launch,109 W. Division St, Ridgefield, WA
Take out:: Lake River Ridgefield Kayak Lauch, 109 W. Division St, Ridgefield, WA
Route Alternative for bad weather:: None
Required equipment::
Minimum Immersion protection:: Drysuit
Primary Organizer:: Steve Pruett
Co-Organizer(s):: Jon Light-Powell
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:: Jon Light-Powell
Maximum number of paddlers:: 8
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 40-60
Estimated Water Temperature:: 55-60
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 4.5 Hours
Tide times & heights:: H 12:10pm L 6:26pm
Current information:: .5 to 1.5 Knots
Hazards:: Shipping traffic
Wind strength:: Level 1: 0-7 knots (8 mph)
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: 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::
Location::109 W. Division St, Ridgefield, WA
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: Vancouver
Link to map of route (Optional):
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Tenasillahe, Welches, Elochoman Slough - L3 - T2686 (October 17, 2026)

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:30:00 GMT

Full Name:: Will Greenough
Email address::robinrabiroff@gmail.com
Phone::503-502-9930
Activity Title:: Tenasillahe, Welches, Elochoman Slough.
Date of Activity:: 10/17/2026
Narrative:: Launching at the Elochoman Slough Marina in Cathlamet, we will cross the Columbia and paddle the south side of Tenasillahe Island west towards Welches Island. At the west end of Welches we will cross the Columbia North towards Lutes Mtn. Turning east we will paddle upstream past Skamokawa to the entrance of Elochoman Slough. We will follow the slough back to our launch. This paddle is 13.5 nMi. Participants we will need to be able to keep a 3kt pace. At this time winds are difficult to predict, but tides and currents should work in our favor.
Meeting Time:: 8:30:00 AM
Launch Time:: 9:00:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: Elochoman Slough Marina http://cathlametmarina.org 4/5 (4 reviews) · Marina in Cathlamet, WA 500 2nd St, Cathlamet, WA 98612 · 72 mi (360) 795-3501
Take out:: Elochoman Slough Marina http://cathlametmarina.org 4/5 (4 reviews) · Marina in Cathlamet, WA 500 2nd St, Cathlamet, WA 98612 · 72 mi (360) 795-3501
Route Alternative for bad weather:: TBD
Required equipment:: Towline
Minimum Immersion protection:: Drysuit
Primary Organizer:: Will Greenough
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:: Ten
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 55
Estimated Water Temperature:: 55
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 6-7
Tide times & heights:: High 5.05ft 8:17AM, Low 2.72 1:10 ft
Current information:: 1-2 kt
Hazards:: Shipping traffic
Wind strength:: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: 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 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 4: 15.5 miles
Open crossing:: Level 2: Between 0.5 and 1 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 3
Rating Comments:: This trip is a Level 3. Wind also could pick up to L3 conditions. Contact me if you have questions or concerns.
Location:: Elochoman Slough Marina http://cathlametmarina.org 4/5 (4 reviews) · Marina in Cathlamet, WA 500 2nd St, Cathlamet, WA 98612 · 72 mi (360) 795-3501
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: Skamokawa
Link to map of route (Optional):
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Three Graces and Bay Ocean Peninsula in Tillamook Bay - L2 - T2689 (October 19, 2026)

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 16:45:00 GMT

Full Name:: Steve Carrigg
Narrative:: Join us on a trip to the Three Graces. We’ll meet at the Garibaldi kayak ramp and take a slow paddle out to the Three Graces where we can play around the rocks. From there we will cross the channel to the Bayocean Peninsula and have some lunch on a sandy beach.

During lunch Denise will speak about the Oregon Shores project. This may include a walk down the new South Jetty (optional), which currently has a sandy road surface, due to construction, that will disappear with winter storms. For anyone who is interested, Steve will talk briefly about skin-on-frame kayaks.

Denise has led paddles here before. This is Steve's first trip in Tillamook Bay

Depending on tidal conditions, there may be some opportunity to play in the currents around Kincheloe Point (optional)
Meeting Time:: 9:45:00 AM
Launch Time:: 10:30:00 AM
Type of activity:: Paddle Trip
Put in:: Garibaldi Kayak Launch https://maps.app.goo.gl/aN3BAWyTRnkwGkGX9
Take out:: Garibaldi Kayak Launch https://maps.app.goo.gl/aN3BAWyTRnkwGkGX9
Route Alternative for bad weather:: There are take outs at Pirates Cove and at the Coast Guard station, if needed. Miami Cove is a short paddle option in the event of inclement weather.
Required equipment:: Helmet
Minimum Immersion protection:: Drysuit
Primary Organizer:: Steve Carrigg
Co-Organizer(s):: Denise Harrington
Has organizer paddled here before?: No
Has organizer led an OOPS paddle here before?: No
Organizer's first aid and CPR current?: Yes
First Aid /CPR Person:: Denise Harrington
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:: 44-50
Estimated Water Temperature:: 53
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 4 hours
Tide times & heights:: High tide is 5.88 at 8:42 am

Low tide is 4.31 feet at 1:41 pm .That is an exchange of 1.57 ft over five hours, which suggests a fairly slow current of 1 knot.

Current information:: Level 2: Paddlers must sprint to move forward (possible at Kincheloe Point
Hazards:: Shipping traffic
Wind strength:: Level 2: 7-12 knots (14 mph) – wind noticeably effects movement of paddle
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: Level 1: Under 1' waves, 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: Up to 2knots:
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:: Garabaldi Kayak Launch: https://maps.app.goo.gl/aN3BAWyTRnkwGkGX9
Photos (Optional)::
COVID-19 Status of Trip:: Participants of this trip may, or may not, be vaccinated for Covid-19
Tide Station:: North Jetty Tillamook Bay
Link to map of route (Optional):https://maps.app.goo.gl/aN3BAWyTRnkwGkGX9

Fall Kayak Maintenance Session - T2688 (October 31, 2026)

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Timestamp: 10/7/2026 20:05:35
Full Name:: Mark Niemann-Ross
Narrative:: Announcing OOPS Fall Kayak Maintenance Shindig
You’ve spent all summer playing on the water and your boat has some additional dings, scratches, jammed skegs, floppy decklines, or misaligned flow diverters. Here’s a chance to get together with your fellow OOPSters for a repair session.

On October 31st, we will have several stations at Alder Creek available to inspect and repair simple issues. There will also be workshops to learn about bigger issues such as gelcoat repair, seat carving, and other items.

To participate, fill out this form to let us know what you would like to work on. Even if you previously filled out a similar form, please repeat with this new form. The deadline to request a space is October 13th. If we have more requests than we can handle, we will prioritize according to when you filled out the survey.

https://forms.gle/99FuSvKQqtrmT94GA

When we have results, we will schedule you for a session on October 31st.

Meeting Time:: 10:00:00 AM
Launch Time:: 10:10:00 AM
Type of activity:: Class
Put in:: Alder Creek, 200 NE Tomahawk Island Dr, Portland, OR 97217-7938
Take out:: Alder Creek, 200 NE Tomahawk Island Dr, Portland, OR 97217-7938
Route Alternative for bad weather:: Alder Creek, 200 NE Tomahawk Island Dr, Portland, OR 97217-7938
Required equipment::
Minimum Immersion protection:: None
Primary Organizer:: Mark Niemann-Ross
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:: tbd
I certify that I understand and will conduct this activity in accordance with the OOPS Activity Policy:: Yes
Estimated Air Temperature:: 60
Estimated Water Temperature:: 60
Estimated Water Time (including breaks/lunch):: 0
Tide times & heights:: n/a
Current information:: n/a
Hazards::
Wind strength:: Level 1: 0-7 knots (8 mph)
Waves, Swell, Breaking Waves: 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 1: Frequent easy landing opportunities including gently sloping, sand, gravel or grass
Currents:: Level 1: None or mild (less than 1 knot)
Total distance:: Level 1: Up to 6 miles
Open crossing:: Level 1: Less than 0.5 miles
Paddling Environment::
Overall rating:: Level 1
Rating Comments::
Location:: Alder Creek, 200 NE Tomahawk Island Dr, Portland, OR 97217-7938
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):

CANCELLED - Oregon City Pool Time P2607 (November 14, 2026)

Sun, 15 Nov 2026 02:00:00 GMT

REGISTRATION OPENS 2 WEEKS BEFORE SESSON. Announcement will go out at that time.

Bring your boat, you Helmet, and your safety gear for Pool Practice at Oregon City Pool. . This is your chance to practice all the things that you are unwilling to risk in the open cold water.

There is an $15.00 fee for this event. This fee is non-refundable. If you have to join a Waitlist this does not require a registration fee. Payment required when a person gets a place at this event.

YOU MUST HAVE A SIGNED ELECTRONIC WAIVER ON FILE TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS SESSION !! (if you don't, contact membership@oopskayak.org)

Admission To This Event is First Come First Serve.

There are 2 sessions as designated by the ticket types. You can get a ticket for either session but not for both (the website will only allow you one ticket). Each session is 1 hour.

HELMETS VERY STRONGLY RECOMMENDED.
This is a small area with hard sides and lots of moving paddles. If you have a helmet please bring and wear. Pretty much any helmet will be better than a bare head. Bike Helmet? Climbing Helmet? If you have an extra helmet, you might bring that as well.

BRING A CLEAN BOAT !!

Location:

Oregon City Swimming Pool, 1211 Jackson St, Oregon City, OR 97045

Please adhere to the following guidelines:

There’s a large fenced concrete pad area for staging boats just outside the pool on 12th Street. Do not bring you boat inside the pool facility until the organizer clears entry with pool personnel. Please move your car after you unload your boat to make room for others. There’s adequate parking just down the street.

Please arrive with a clean boat. There is a hose inside the facility to wash the chlorine off your gear before leaving.

Lockers that can be secured with a lock are available. Bring your own lock or rent one for $1. People usually stow their belongings in their gear bag pool side but it’s up to you. The facility also has a changing area and showers.

Helmets are strongly encouraged, especially if you are planning to roll. The pool has a shallow and deep end. A snorkel mask will help prevent chlorine from getting into your nose and eyes.

A limited amount of registrants (2) can arrange for Experienced Assistance during the pool session (e.g. A rolling spotter in the shallow end). This must be signed off by the Trips Director or Safety Director before the event. Members Assisting others others do not have to pay but are not allowed to bring boats. This would set the Total maximum capacity: 12 members = 9 participants + 1 TO. + 2 "Helper/Instructors". 10 boats + 2 extra people

For the 6:00 Session, arrive at 5:45.
For the 7:00 Session, arrive at 6:45.

We are required to have our boats out of the facility by the end of the session. Plan to start removing boats 5 minutes before the end of the hour. Boats can be placed on the fenced concrete staging area just outside the pool. Participants are allowed to reenter the facility to utilize the showers and changing areas after the boats are staged outside.

All participants are be required to have signed the standard OOPS online Waiver. If you haven't signed the online waiver, contact Membership@oopskayak.org for help in getting this done.

Please plan on assisting others load their boats onto their cars after the event.

Contact the Trips Director if you have any questions. (trips@oopskayak.org)

If you wish to get your Wet Exit Certification, please contact the Safety Director. (safety@oopkayak.org)

This trip is limited to members. To successfully register you will need to sign into your OOPS member account

CANCELLED - Oregon City Pool Time P2608 (November 28, 2026)

Sun, 29 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMT