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Class 3, 8.3 miles with many play spots. Bring a lunch and enjoy a day with river friends. Questions? Steve 541-981-1490

A very docile gentle moving water paddle highly suitable for learners and newbies. There is just nothing here to cause problems. >8 miles of undeveloped natural Deschutes River. Easy developed launch and takeout. I‘m taking a youth group paddling and opening up the paddle for anyone interested in a stunning section of river in sunny central Oregon. Register for this paddle to receive Email with details about the Launch, Shuttle, and Takeout. Overnight camping is a possibility.

Class 2+, 7 miles with a few play spots. Bring a lunch and enjoy a day on the water with friends. Questions? Steve 541-981-1490

Join friends on the gorgeous upper Metolius, on Saturday, July 12, to paddle from right above the first gorge through Candle Creek, twice. Those who are interested can meet the afternoon before (Friday) to camp together, and scout the river as interested. Please note that we will do the run TWICE! In both runs we will put in right above the first gorge, then paddle to the end of Candle Creek. A quick lunch/snack-break between runs. Note that: 1) Individuals will have the option of taking out right before Candle Creek each time—this last rapid probably being the hardest of the run, and the most consequential in case of a swim. 2) Individuals can skip the second run, however they should plan to help with shuttles before taking off, or bring a good book so that they can wait at the takeout (a campground), etc. This run is class 3, with some busy and rocky sections, some of these steep and fast, sometimes with large waves, large boulders/holes, or challenging features. Paddlers need solid directional control of boats to avoid hazards (for example, hazardous strainers), and some larger holes/rocks. Paddlers must have previous experience with class 3 rapids. See more info in Soggy Sneakers, run #168. It may be necessary to portage wood 1-2 times. The water is VERY cold, so proper cold-water gear--a dry suit and warm layers--is vital. Air temperatures in morning can be quite cool. Pogies recommended. Sign up via the WKCC website. Specific meet-up details will be sent to those who are signed up, in the days before the event. We are hoping for good air quality, but we will make adjustments if smoke is heavy on the day of the paddle. Please email me if you have any questions! Patrick

>10 miles of splashy moving water, in this section the river begins to emerge out of the mountains, it flattens a little and presents as splash and dance without the harsher standing waves. There are few pools of slack, it pretty much keeps flowing. There is a weir to portage above Stayton, below this point the river water is weird. You will need a boat that is durable and maneuverable. This is a suitable paddle for a Learner having boat control skill. Both the launch and takeout are developed and easy. Register for this paddle to receive email Friday evening with details about the Launch, Shuttle, and Takeout.

This is a 4 mile section of the Santiam River below Jefferson. Basic boat control is required but this trip would be suitable for beginners. Lifejackets and whistles are required as well as Waterway Access permits for boats over 10 feet. Feel free to email me if there are any questions! - Brian NMSUEagle@gmail.com