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SAVE THE DATE: May 2, 2025 The Florence Oregon Area Kayaking (FOAK) group will be hosting their annual "Suislaw Play Shop" event. There will also be opportunities to demo boats by Oregon Paddle Sports. Come out and meet fellow kayaking enthusiasts and learn about kayaking on the central Oregon coast. Consider joining FOAK on Facebook to learn about their free kayaking events. They are a very active and friendly group that organizes kayak trips throughout the year. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1448357402139888/events

This is a multiple day trip covering the entire Alsea River from near the town of Alsea to the ocean at Waldport. We have reservations for both the yurt and the cabin at Salmonberry Campground. Update 4/20: Salmonberry ramp will be closed in early May. It‘s unclear if we‘ll be able to take out there regardless. The first two days were to begin or end at Salmonberry. We may need to use Missouri Bend. Trip lengths still vary from 7 to 11 miles. Various sections are moving water, Class 1/2, and the final day is on tidal flatwater, so there‘s something for everybody. Days 1 and 2 are moving water. Day 3 is Class 1/2. Day 4 is slower moving water ending near Tidewater. Day 5 is Tidewater to the ocean. Anyone can come for the entire trip or any duration of interest. Since early May is near the end of the spring paddling season for this river, we have booked the yurt and cabin for alternate dates, May 16 to May 19. Email for details. As of 4/20, this early spring has meant much less rain than normal. I‘ll monitor the situation and communicate with the members who have registered. I‘ve posted the expected sequence of river sections. Individuals can sign up for various day trips.

This section is moving water with pools and gravel shoals. The shoals require careful maneuvering to avoid running aground. Otherwise, this is a very easy run. The takeout is probably going to be Missouri Bend; making this a 9.4 mile trip on moving water.

This is a multiple day trip covering the entire Alsea River from near the town of Alsea to the ocean at Waldport. We have reservations for both the yurt and the cabin at Salmonberry Campground. Update 4/20: Salmonberry ramp will be closed in early May. It‘s unclear if we‘ll be able to take out there regardless. The first two days were to begin or end at Salmonberry. We may need to use Missouri Bend. Trip lengths still vary from 7 to 11 miles. Various sections are moving water, Class 1/2, and the final day is on tidal flatwater, so there‘s something for everybody. Days 1 and 2 are moving water. Day 3 is Class 1/2. Day 4 is slower moving water ending near Tidewater. Day 5 is Tidewater to the ocean. Anyone can come for the entire trip or any duration of interest. Since early May is near the end of the spring paddling season for this river, we have booked the yurt and cabin for alternate dates, May 16 to May 19. Email for details. As of 4/20, this early spring has meant much less rain than normal. I‘ll monitor the situation and communicate with the members who have registered. I‘ve posted the expected sequence of river sections. Individuals can sign up for various day trips.

This is again a moving water trip appropriate to anyone experienced on rivers. The takeout will be at Rivers Edge, making this a 9.2 mile trip on moving water.

Thurs night update: meetup details sent. If anyone else joins, I will resend thos Fri night. Trip still on. Water should be runable. river is still good (and then some) and dropping very very slowly. showers predicted for Tues, Fri, and Sat AM, so water looks good. From a few miles above confluence with Lake Creek to a mile below Tide

This is a multiple day trip covering the entire Alsea River from near the town of Alsea to the ocean at Waldport. We have reservations for both the yurt and the cabin at Salmonberry Campground. Update 4/20: Salmonberry ramp will be closed in early May. It‘s unclear if we‘ll be able to take out there regardless. The first two days were to begin or end at Salmonberry. We may need to use Missouri Bend. Trip lengths still vary from 7 to 11 miles. Various sections are moving water, Class 1/2, and the final day is on tidal flatwater, so there‘s something for everybody. Days 1 and 2 are moving water. Day 3 is Class 1/2. Day 4 is slower moving water ending near Tidewater. Day 5 is Tidewater to the ocean. Anyone can come for the entire trip or any duration of interest. Since early May is near the end of the spring paddling season for this river, we have booked the yurt and cabin for alternate dates, May 16 to May 19. Email for details. As of 4/20, this early spring has meant much less rain than normal. I‘ll monitor the situation and communicate with the members who have registered. I‘ve posted the expected sequence of river sections. Individuals can sign up for various day trips.

This is the main whitewater section of the Alsea. There are numerous Class 1 drops, and three Class 2 rapids. Definitely not a beginners trip, but the rapids are easy for experienced paddlers. Distance is approximately 11 miles.

Class 3, 8 miles with several play spots. Bring a lunch and join friends on a beautiful river section. Questions? Steve 541-981-1490

This is a multiple day trip covering the entire Alsea River from near the town of Alsea to the ocean at Waldport. We have reservations for both the yurt and the cabin at Salmonberry Campground. Update 4/20: Salmonberry ramp will be closed in early May. It‘s unclear if we‘ll be able to take out there regardless. The first two days were to begin or end at Salmonberry. We may need to use Missouri Bend. Trip lengths still vary from 7 to 11 miles. Various sections are moving water, Class 1/2, and the final day is on tidal flatwater, so there‘s something for everybody. Days 1 and 2 are moving water. Day 3 is Class 1/2. Day 4 is slower moving water ending near Tidewater. Day 5 is Tidewater to the ocean. Anyone can come for the entire trip or any duration of interest. Since early May is near the end of the spring paddling season for this river, we have booked the yurt and cabin for alternate dates, May 16 to May 19. Email for details. As of 4/20, this early spring has meant much less rain than normal. I‘ll monitor the situation and communicate with the members who have registered. I‘ve posted the expected sequence of river sections. Individuals can sign up for various day trips.

This section begins with several small ledges, then the current gradually diminishes, ending just below tidewater. It‘s appropriate for most paddlers, as long as they can control their craft in moving water. Distance is approximately 8 1/2 miles.

This trip is approximately 7 miles of tidal flatwater. The plan is to put in at Lindly near high tide and paddle to Waldport on the outgoing tide. The river is small and bayou-like at the launch. Downstream it becomes very wide with lots of exposure to the wind. As always on the coast, wind can be a serious consideration. We might adjust by reversing direction if the wind is too strong, adapting the timing to fit that scenario. Touring boats are best for this trip. We have options to exchange boats for those paddlers who have used other boats on the prior days‘ trips.

This is a multiple day trip covering the entire Alsea River from near the town of Alsea to the ocean at Waldport. We have reservations for both the yurt and the cabin at Salmonberry Campground. Update 4/20: Salmonberry ramp will be closed in early May. It‘s unclear if we‘ll be able to take out there regardless. The first two days were to begin or end at Salmonberry. We may need to use Missouri Bend. Trip lengths still vary from 7 to 11 miles. Various sections are moving water, Class 1/2, and the final day is on tidal flatwater, so there‘s something for everybody. Days 1 and 2 are moving water. Day 3 is Class 1/2. Day 4 is slower moving water ending near Tidewater. Day 5 is Tidewater to the ocean. Anyone can come for the entire trip or any duration of interest. Since early May is near the end of the spring paddling season for this river, we have booked the yurt and cabin for alternate dates, May 16 to May 19. Email for details. As of 4/20, this early spring has meant much less rain than normal. I‘ll monitor the situation and communicate with the members who have registered. I‘ve posted the expected sequence of river sections. Individuals can sign up for various day trips.

Albany Queen St. Bridge to Confluence at the Willamette River, about 4, miles generally slow and docile. Since this is the first trip down this section this season we could find wood. Wood is not a big issue as the flow is low and not pushy. This is a suitable paddle for Learners and Beginners. With wood unknown, recommend boats that are maneuverable and tough. Register for this paddle to receive an Email Thursday evening with details about the Launch, Shuttle, and Takeout.

An evening paddle upon the Santiam River above Jefferson. This paddle is very suitable for Learners and Beginners, all types of boat are suitable. About 5 miles, large wood is reported to be in the river, its a problem for floaters but paddlers with boat control are able to go around wood. Easy launch and takeout at developed public launches. Register for this paddle to receive an Email Tuesday evening with details about the Launch, Shuttle, and Takeout.

In this section the river enters the floor of the Willamette Valley and presents as calmer moving water with a few light splashes. Last year this section was quite woody, but presented no blockages. At the present low flow the river is not pushy, pinning is unlikely. A paddler should have some boat control skill, and should have a boat that is tough and maneuverable. This paddle is suitable for Learners, it will bump up your game as you will need to actively read the river and choose your line. Register for this paddle to receive an Email Tuesday evening with details about the Launch, Shuttle, and Takeout.

I paddled this about 20 years ago and do not recall anything that would cause issues. This should be a gentle simple moving water paddle. I need to lay eyes on this section again and verify its suitability to paddling on this section with learners and youth. The launch while undeveloped is shallow, clean and easy. The takeout is primitive; there is a steep to climb. Distance 7 miles, unless the group chooses to add the 3 miles starting at Lebanon, this would then be a 10 mile paddle. Register for this paddle to receive an Email Friday evening with details about the Launch, Shuttle, and Takeout.