WWE PORTLAND – Paddle to Willamette Falls

1801 Clackamette Drive,Oregon City OR 97045

02 August, 2022

Description

Discover one of Portland's hidden gems! Willamette Falls! They are only accessible by water (and you still stay distanced from them but enough to enjoy!) Here is a write up about them - https://www.world-of-waterfalls.com/waterfalls/pacific-northwest-willamette-falls/ Although the distance to the falls and back from the park is only 2.5 miles, this is not an easy paddle, we will be going against a strong current and there are a lot of eddies. Don't worry it is safe! Just not an "easy" two miles. Be prepared to paddle hard :) Kayaks, SUPs, Canoes etc.. are welcomed (any paddle vessel) *no kids or pets allowed **This event is not suitable for someone who has never paddled before - there are very stron currents in the area, this is not a guided tour/class so you must have some expeience paddling (beginners OK as long as you have been on the water before.) Liability Waiver: Friendly reminder that it is required to sign the e-waiver before attending your first Women Who Explore event. Please sign on an annual basis. https://forms.gle/HwwDkNxiDZAk15vW7 Meeting Location: https://www.orcity.org/parksandrecreation/jon-storm-park What to bring: SUP/KAYAK + PaddleYou must have a PFD/Lifevest on you to participateIf your vessel is over ten feet you are required to have a permit - https://www.oregon.gov/osmb/boater-info/pages/non-motorized-boating-and-paddling.aspx?fbclid=IwAR2vsDQ5Pxnm97qCm4Qd6dCdf7aDxroRoXLJYAdJ94YWgnITW6EglLS8t8IDry Bag for your phone and keys** Please Note: Ambassadors are not wilderness first aid certified and are not guides. This is a casual get together for shared outdoor enthusiasts. Safety is a top priority; please plan accordingly.** Due to local guidelines, and in accordance with the CDC, Women Who Explore will be limiting the number of attendees per event. To comply with these guidelines, each member attending the event will be required to register through Eventbrite. In the event you successfully register, and then are unable to attend, please release the ticket so that another member may attend. Event Guidelines for Covid: By registering for this event, participants agree to abide by the guidelines set forth by Women Who Explore which include: Practice social distancing. Practice self-awareness and do not attend if you have had any flu-like symptoms, exposed to or have tested positive for Covid in the last 14 days.Post-event: anyone who develops flu-like symptoms within 14 days after joining an event should contact the ambassador and Women Who Explore at [email protected] Policy: If you are registering for one of our group events, we ask that you are 100% committed to attending when you register. If you reserve a spot and are unable to attend, please cancel as soon as possible on Eventbrite. We ask that you try to cancel a minimum of 3 days prior to the day of the event as this allows other women who would like to attend the ability to plan to join us. Connect with me if there are any questions or concerns. I can’t wait to see you on the trail! Noa Rubin– Women Who Explore – Portland Ambassador