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pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 13:03:28 +0000

Columbia Gorge Races

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 21:16:10 +0000

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	2022 Gorge Championships Registrant Locales (click to enlarge)		2022 Gorge Championships Registrant Locales (click to enlarge)

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	<font 12px/inherit;;inherit;;inherit>OC1 Wave Start 2019 Photo by Tom Gomes - Clilck to enlarge</font>		<font 12px/inherit;;inherit;;inherit>OC1 Wave Start 2019 Photo by Tom Gomes - Clilck to enlarge</font>

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	===== OC6 Races =====		===== OC6 Races =====

-	* [[https://thegorgerace.com/\|Gorge OC6 Race]]	+	* [[https://threeoceans.co/pages/the-gorge-race\|Gorge OC6 Race]] (run by three oceans in recent (2026) years)
	* This is the premier Gorge OC6 race		* This is the premier Gorge OC6 race
	* [[http://www.maunahale.org/Rooster_Rock_Race\|Rooster Rock - Mountain Home Canoe Club]]		* [[http://www.maunahale.org/Rooster_Rock_Race\|Rooster Rock - Mountain Home Canoe Club]]

Hood River, OR (Columbia River Gorge)

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 16:17:55 +0000

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	- Rowena, OR - the Dalles, OR 6 - 7 miles		- Rowena, OR - the Dalles, OR 6 - 7 miles
	- put-in - Mayer State Park East (approx. mile 14) (I-84 exit 76) ($ pay/state pass for parking) - Take the Rowena exit (I-84 exit 76), after the bridge and after the rail road		- put-in - Mayer State Park East (approx. mile 14) (I-84 exit 76) ($ pay/state pass for parking) - Take the Rowena exit (I-84 exit 76), after the bridge and after the rail road
-	- Better launch/takeout option Turn left on Rowena River Rd. (become Mayer Park Rd.) continue on to large parking area and boat ramp at Salisbury Slough. The only reported issue with this protected inlet is that entry and exit between the river and the slough can get quite shallow depending on the river water level. Given the boat ramp there isn't it reasonable to assume there are passable channels? But we are not familiar with the depths of all routes into and out of the river at the slough.	+	- Better launch/takeout option Turn left on Rowena River Rd. (becomes Mayer Park Rd.) continue on to large parking area and boat ramp at Salisbury Slough. The only reported issue with this protected inlet is that entry and exit between the river and the slough can get quite shallow depending on the river water level. Given the boat ramp there isn't it reasonable to assume there are passable channels? But we are not familiar with the depths of all routes into and out of the river at the slough.
	- Lousy launch/takeout option. Turn right on Rowena River Rd. - Continue to the large parking area. Not considered the best put-in, slippery rocks and not a lot of protection from the wind (maybe a little better at the far east end?).		- Lousy launch/takeout option. Turn right on Rowena River Rd. - Continue to the large parking area. Not considered the best put-in, slippery rocks and not a lot of protection from the wind (maybe a little better at the far east end?).
	- take-out - see take-outs above in Mosier, OR run description		- take-out - see take-outs above in Mosier, OR run description
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	- take out Rufus, OR (I-84 exit 109)		- take out Rufus, OR (I-84 exit 109)
	- Turn left on John Day Dam Rd. and go under I84		- Turn left on John Day Dam Rd. and go under I84
-	- somewhat rough access - turn left on Rock Beach Ln. and go to kite/windsurfer launch area (Rufus Landing Recreation Area)	+	- somewhat rough access - turn left on Rock Beach Ln. and go to kite/windsurfer launch area (Rufus Landing Recreation Area)
	- better access - continue on John Day Dam Rd. after it bends right going past the left turn for Rock Beach Ln. You will soon see large parking area on your left for boat ramp where you can park.		- better access - continue on John Day Dam Rd. after it bends right going past the left turn for Rock Beach Ln. You will soon see large parking area on your left for boat ramp where you can park.
	- Amayah's Cafe, Indian Curry & Kabab (near hghwy 97 bridge, just off of Biggs-Rufus hghwy) - meal stop after downwinder?		- Amayah's Cafe, Indian Curry & Kabab (near hghwy 97 bridge, just off of Biggs-Rufus hghwy) - meal stop after downwinder?

Midwest USA - East North Central Surfski

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 02:34:39 +0000

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	Photo: [[https://youtu.be/vo1BzyBwZ1E\|Vice video]] - Upper Peninsula Michigan surfers - Surfer Dan and Allen Finau		Photo: [[https://youtu.be/vo1BzyBwZ1E\|Vice video]] - Upper Peninsula Michigan surfers - Surfer Dan and Allen Finau

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	==== Locales ====		==== Locales ====

-	* Mosquito resevoir: good downwind action with deep enough water for decent downwinders
-	* Pymatuning Lake: very deep water, well situated for downwinders
	* Alum Creek Lake (Columbus): deep water for speed, but short for an out and back		* Alum Creek Lake (Columbus): deep water for speed, but short for an out and back
	* Lake Erie from DougMar [[https://surfski.info/forum/1-general/12303-surf-ski-olympic-sport.html#12390\|on surfski.info]] "…an incredible lake, DEEP near Cleveland, kinda shallow on the West end of the great lake, but Cleveland areas have tons of miles of nice Westerly fetch, and good sized rollers (12-14' in many 20 knot westerly blows). Best thing though, is hooking on to a roller in Cleveland, and ending up in Painsville 30 miles away!…"		* Lake Erie from DougMar [[https://surfski.info/forum/1-general/12303-surf-ski-olympic-sport.html#12390\|on surfski.info]] "…an incredible lake, DEEP near Cleveland, kinda shallow on the West end of the great lake, but Cleveland areas have tons of miles of nice Westerly fetch, and good sized rollers (12-14' in many 20 knot westerly blows). Best thing though, is hooking on to a roller in Cleveland, and ending up in Painsville 30 miles away!…"
		+	* Mosquito resevoir: good downwind action with deep enough water for decent downwinders
		+	* Ohio River
		+	* Marietta Ohio - Sternwheeler wake riding [[https://youtu.be/amDBqy48UXY\|video]]
		+	* Pymatuning Lake: very deep water, well situated for downwinders
	==== Conditions ====		==== Conditions ====

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pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 02:24:21 +0000

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Gorge Downwind Videos

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 02:21:40 +0000

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-	Celilo - Rufus? (shows section before Maryhill Bridge)	+	Celilo - Rufus

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pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 02:16:20 +0000

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pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 17:12:00 +0000

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Swell City

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 17:10:20 +0000

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barnacle_definition

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:26:23 +0000

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		+	* Other paddling communities have similar designations such as the 60+ yr old "Fossils" [[https://youtu.be/c5uA85QHuFY\|on Oahu]], and "Crustaceans" in Vancouver, Canada. Hawaiian paddlers often use the general cultural term of "Kupuna" - It translates to "grandparent," "elder," or "ancestor". The term holds deep cultural significance. A kupuna is highly respected as a living treasure and a vital source of ancestral knowledge, wisdom, and life lessons.

Terminology

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:25:52 +0000

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-	* Other paddling communities have similar designations such as the 60+ yr old "Fossils" [[https://youtu.be/c5uA85QHuFY\|on Oahu]], and "Crustaceans" in Vancouver, Canada. Hawaiian paddlers often use the general cultural term of "Kupuna" - It translates to "grandparent," "elder," or "ancestor". The term holds deep cultural significance. A kupuna is highly respected as a living treasure and a vital source of ancestral knowledge, wisdom, and life lessons.

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Barnacles

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 12:18:24 +0000

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	* [[:terminology#barnacles\|Definition in lexicon]]		* [[:terminology#barnacles\|Definition in lexicon]]
	* Barnacle = 60 yr or older paddler (aka [[:ancient_murrelet\|Ancient Murrelet]], see also [[:stories:sea_dogs_and_time_birds\|Sea Dogs]])		* Barnacle = 60 yr or older paddler (aka [[:ancient_murrelet\|Ancient Murrelet]], see also [[:stories:sea_dogs_and_time_birds\|Sea Dogs]])
-	* Some other paddling communities have similar designations such as the 60+ yr old "Fossils" [[https://youtu.be/c5uA85QHuFY\|on Oahu]]
	* Grand Barnacle = 70 yr or older paddler		* Grand Barnacle = 70 yr or older paddler
	* ??? = 80 yr or older paddler		* ??? = 80 yr or older paddler
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	2025 Michael Wood		2025 Michael Wood

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Wake/Wash Riding Videos

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 15:39:42 +0000

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	Nuri Roeleveld Surfing Herkules II Wake		Nuri Roeleveld Surfing Herkules II Wake

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The Sport

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:21:44 +0000

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	* [[:technique:adaptive:adaptive_paddling\|]]		* [[:technique:adaptive:adaptive_paddling\|]]
		+	* [[:rental#online_rental_apps\|Boat Rental Apps]]
	* [[:blogs\|Online Paddling Media]] (Blogs, Forums, Podcasts, Social Media)		* [[:blogs\|Online Paddling Media]] (Blogs, Forums, Podcasts, Social Media)
	* [[:books\|Print Media ]] (Books, Magazines)		* [[:books\|Print Media ]] (Books, Magazines)

Rental & Surfski Availability

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Thu, 18 Jun 2026 19:19:33 +0000

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	Given the relative expense and fragility of surfskis along with the risks and liabilities that may surround downwinding in many locations, surfski rental so far has been a very small part of the surfski world. As of 2023 it is almost non-existent. And the few folks who do provide rental surfskis are not entirely unreasonable if they require significant vetting of your paddling abilities and/or significant rental fees along with steep security deposits for all but flatwater paddling of their boats. Surfski retail prices are high and transporting them to out of the way places can cost as much or more than those purchase prices. (For durability it is not uncommon for rental services that we are aware of to employ plastic surfskis. (In 2023 Nelo seems to be opening a number of sites in Spain where they are offering plastic 510 surfskis - Melilla , Benalmádena , Villajoyosa , Bárbate ). But even though they are not much fun to lift and carry given how heavy they are, many [[:plastic_surfskis\|plastic surfskis]] can provide plenty of downwinding fun in the hands of a reasonably capable paddler.)		Given the relative expense and fragility of surfskis along with the risks and liabilities that may surround downwinding in many locations, surfski rental so far has been a very small part of the surfski world. As of 2023 it is almost non-existent. And the few folks who do provide rental surfskis are not entirely unreasonable if they require significant vetting of your paddling abilities and/or significant rental fees along with steep security deposits for all but flatwater paddling of their boats. Surfski retail prices are high and transporting them to out of the way places can cost as much or more than those purchase prices. (For durability it is not uncommon for rental services that we are aware of to employ plastic surfskis. (In 2023 Nelo seems to be opening a number of sites in Spain where they are offering plastic 510 surfskis - Melilla , Benalmádena , Villajoyosa , Bárbate ). But even though they are not much fun to lift and carry given how heavy they are, many [[:plastic_surfskis\|plastic surfskis]] can provide plenty of downwinding fun in the hands of a reasonably capable paddler.)
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		+	If you do rent or borrow a surfski, its condition and the safety it does or doesn't provide directly determines your well being if you paddle anywhere involving risk. Carefully check out the condition of rental/borrowed surfskis and their steering assembly function.
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		+	===== Online Rental Apps =====
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	In recent years there have been some attempts to facilitate owner to renter surfski and outrigger canoe rentals via apps and online services. Downwind.fun tried for a while, but seems to have tabled its efforts. In 2026 a new implementation - [[https://elitepaddler.com/\|https://elitepaddler.com/]] is currently up and testing. The elitepaddlers rental website seems to be well organized and well set up for secure transactions. Maybe the degree of ease in rentals that this site provides will prove to attract enough customers to keep it going and improving.		In recent years there have been some attempts to facilitate owner to renter surfski and outrigger canoe rentals via apps and online services. Downwind.fun tried for a while, but seems to have tabled its efforts. In 2026 a new implementation - [[https://elitepaddler.com/\|https://elitepaddler.com/]] is currently up and testing. The elitepaddlers rental website seems to be well organized and well set up for secure transactions. Maybe the degree of ease in rentals that this site provides will prove to attract enough customers to keep it going and improving.

-	If you do rent or borrow a surfski, its condition and the safety it does or doesn't provide directly determines your well being if you paddle anywhere involving risk. Carefully check out the condition of rental/borrowed surfskis and their steering assembly function.	+	</WRAP>

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Lake Superior

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 14:04:16 +0000

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	* [[https://downwindable.com/mcquade-to-duluth\|Downwindable.com]], [[https://www.downwind.fun/courses/mcquade-to-duluth-run\|Downwindfun]]		* [[https://downwindable.com/mcquade-to-duluth\|Downwindable.com]], [[https://www.downwind.fun/courses/mcquade-to-duluth-run\|Downwindfun]]
	* [[https://youtu.be/UhIzC2Dtrg0\|video 4/28/2022]]		* [[https://youtu.be/UhIzC2Dtrg0\|video 4/28/2022]]
-	* Duluth Aerial Lift Bridge Takeout - //stay out of canal until free of ship traffic// [[https://youtu.be/a-bVSUFb3NY\|video]]	+	* Duluth Aerial Lift Bridge Takeout - //stay out of canal until free of ship traffic// [[https://youtu.be/a-bVSUFb3NY?t=257\|video]]
	* DNR advice about paddling through the Lift Bridge channel (Minnesota) or further south near the Wisconsin Point Lighthouse: "When using the Minnesota and Wisconsin entrances, be aware that while inbound ships are easily spotted at some distance, the outbound ships are not visible from the end of the entrances. When paddling through the entrances, stay to the right side in order to not give up your right-of-way. Obtain a chart of the Duluth Harbor for specifics regarding shipping lanes."		* DNR advice about paddling through the Lift Bridge channel (Minnesota) or further south near the Wisconsin Point Lighthouse: "When using the Minnesota and Wisconsin entrances, be aware that while inbound ships are easily spotted at some distance, the outbound ships are not visible from the end of the entrances. When paddling through the entrances, stay to the right side in order to not give up your right-of-way. Obtain a chart of the Duluth Harbor for specifics regarding shipping lanes."
	* [[https://harborlookout.com/\|Harbour Lookout Ship Schedule]] (arrival estimates are considered to be more accurate than departure estimates and schedule changes can occur with little or no notice.)		* [[https://harborlookout.com/\|Harbour Lookout Ship Schedule]] (arrival estimates are considered to be more accurate than departure estimates and schedule changes can occur with little or no notice.)

Outrigger Canoeing

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:06:00 +0000

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-	[[:huki_leaktests\|Huki Leak Tests]]	+	* [[:huki_leaktests\|Huki Leak Tests]]
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	* [[https://youtu.be/hSk3DpMy4Ys?list=PLeDr3X_ANCRusIa3tpOlzY_QDCHgfERMR\|Super Gluing Cracks]]? (read comments on video)		* [[https://youtu.be/hSk3DpMy4Ys?list=PLeDr3X_ANCRusIa3tpOlzY_QDCHgfERMR\|Super Gluing Cracks]]? (read comments on video)
	* [[https://outriggerzone.com/support/replacing-venturi-cover/\|Replacing Venturi Drain Covers]]		* [[https://outriggerzone.com/support/replacing-venturi-cover/\|Replacing Venturi Drain Covers]]

Vancouver Island, BC Surfski

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 16:02:22 +0000

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	* [[https://www.surf-forecast.com/regions/Vancouver-Island?hr=6\|Forecast Map]]		* [[https://www.surf-forecast.com/regions/Vancouver-Island?hr=6\|Forecast Map]]
-	* ...	+	* …

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	* Tuesday Night Small Boat Races [[http://www.cvcanoeracing.ca/races.html\|Comox - Goosespit]]		* Tuesday Night Small Boat Races [[http://www.cvcanoeracing.ca/races.html\|Comox - Goosespit]]
	* [[https://mindovermountain.com/momar/races/mind-over-mountain-adventure-race/\|Mind Over Mountain Adventure Race]] Cumberland, BC		* [[https://mindovermountain.com/momar/races/mind-over-mountain-adventure-race/\|Mind Over Mountain Adventure Race]] Cumberland, BC
		+	* NPI Attack - Check [[https://www.nanaimooceanpaddlingclub.ca/\|Nanaimo Ocean Paddling Club]]
	* [[https://www.snowtosurf.com/\|Snow to Surf Race]] multi-leg relay Comox Valley		* [[https://www.snowtosurf.com/\|Snow to Surf Race]] multi-leg relay Comox Valley
	* [[:races:races_canada\|Canadian Race Websites]]		* [[:races:races_canada\|Canadian Race Websites]]
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	Photo [[https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10229733077846710\|Paddle Sport BC]] (facebook), Originally ? Prince of Wales Adventure Tours near Nanaimo		Photo [[https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10229733077846710\|Paddle Sport BC]] (facebook), Originally ? Prince of Wales Adventure Tours near Nanaimo

North and Northwest Shorelines (France)

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:55:12 +0000

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-	* Mers les Bains Run [Mers les Bains - Cayeux sur Mer] 16 km [[https://downwindable.com/mers-les-bains-run-hauts-de-france\|Downwindable.com]]	+	* Mers-les-Bains Run [Mers-les-Bains - Cayeux sur Mer] 16 km [[https://downwindable.com/mers-les-bains-run-hauts-de-france\|Downwindable.com]]
	* Plage de Stella - Plage d'Hardelot 20 km[[https://www.downwind.fun/courses/la-cote-d-opale-downwind\|Downwindfun]]		* Plage de Stella - Plage d'Hardelot 20 km[[https://www.downwind.fun/courses/la-cote-d-opale-downwind\|Downwindfun]]
	=== Resources ===		=== Resources ===

Scotland Surfski

pstureavley@undisclosed.example.com (pstureavley) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:49:41 +0000

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-	* [[https://linlithgowkayakracing.org.uk/\|Linlithgow Kayak Club]]	+	* [[https://linlithgowkayakracing.org.uk/\|Linlithgow Kayak Racing]]
	* [[https://nairnkayakclub.co.uk/\|Nairn Kayak Club]] includes a group of surfskiers		* [[https://nairnkayakclub.co.uk/\|Nairn Kayak Club]] includes a group of surfskiers
	* [[http://www.rwsabc.co.uk/\|Royal West of Scotland Amateur Boat Club]]		* [[http://www.rwsabc.co.uk/\|Royal West of Scotland Amateur Boat Club]]

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	- Rowena, OR - the Dalles, OR 6 - 7 miles		- Rowena, OR - the Dalles, OR 6 - 7 miles
	- put-in - Mayer State Park East (approx. mile 14) (I-84 exit 76) ($ pay/state pass for parking) - Take the Rowena exit (I-84 exit 76), after the bridge and after the rail road		- put-in - Mayer State Park East (approx. mile 14) (I-84 exit 76) ($ pay/state pass for parking) - Take the Rowena exit (I-84 exit 76), after the bridge and after the rail road
-	- Better launch/takeout option Turn left on Rowena River Rd. (become Mayer Park Rd.) continue on to large parking area and boat ramp at Salisbury Slough. The only reported issue with this protected inlet is that entry and exit between the river and the slough can get quite shallow depending on the river water level. Given the boat ramp there isn't it reasonable to assume there are passable channels? But we are not familiar with the depths of all routes into and out of the river at the slough.	+	- Better launch/takeout option Turn left on Rowena River Rd. (becomes Mayer Park Rd.) continue on to large parking area and boat ramp at Salisbury Slough. The only reported issue with this protected inlet is that entry and exit between the river and the slough can get quite shallow depending on the river water level. Given the boat ramp there isn't it reasonable to assume there are passable channels? But we are not familiar with the depths of all routes into and out of the river at the slough.
	- Lousy launch/takeout option. Turn right on Rowena River Rd. - Continue to the large parking area. Not considered the best put-in, slippery rocks and not a lot of protection from the wind (maybe a little better at the far east end?).		- Lousy launch/takeout option. Turn right on Rowena River Rd. - Continue to the large parking area. Not considered the best put-in, slippery rocks and not a lot of protection from the wind (maybe a little better at the far east end?).
	- take-out - see take-outs above in Mosier, OR run description		- take-out - see take-outs above in Mosier, OR run description
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	- take out Rufus, OR (I-84 exit 109)		- take out Rufus, OR (I-84 exit 109)
	- Turn left on John Day Dam Rd. and go under I84		- Turn left on John Day Dam Rd. and go under I84
-	- somewhat rough access - turn left on Rock Beach Ln. and go to kite/windsurfer launch area (Rufus Landing Recreation Area)	+	- somewhat rough access - turn left on Rock Beach Ln. and go to kite/windsurfer launch area (Rufus Landing Recreation Area)
	- better access - continue on John Day Dam Rd. after it bends right going past the left turn for Rock Beach Ln. You will soon see large parking area on your left for boat ramp where you can park.		- better access - continue on John Day Dam Rd. after it bends right going past the left turn for Rock Beach Ln. You will soon see large parking area on your left for boat ramp where you can park.
	- Amayah's Cafe, Indian Curry & Kabab (near hghwy 97 bridge, just off of Biggs-Rufus hghwy) - meal stop after downwinder?		- Amayah's Cafe, Indian Curry & Kabab (near hghwy 97 bridge, just off of Biggs-Rufus hghwy) - meal stop after downwinder?

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-	{{:cold:upper_peninsula.jpg?direct&400\|upper_peninsula.jpg}}	+	[[https://surfski.wiki/lib/exe/fetch.php?media=cold:upper_peninsula.jpg\|{{:cold:upper_peninsula.jpg?direct&400\|upper_peninsula.jpg}}]]

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	==== Locales ====		==== Locales ====

-	* Mosquito resevoir: good downwind action with deep enough water for decent downwinders
-	* Pymatuning Lake: very deep water, well situated for downwinders
	* Alum Creek Lake (Columbus): deep water for speed, but short for an out and back		* Alum Creek Lake (Columbus): deep water for speed, but short for an out and back
	* Lake Erie from DougMar [[https://surfski.info/forum/1-general/12303-surf-ski-olympic-sport.html#12390\|on surfski.info]] "…an incredible lake, DEEP near Cleveland, kinda shallow on the West end of the great lake, but Cleveland areas have tons of miles of nice Westerly fetch, and good sized rollers (12-14' in many 20 knot westerly blows). Best thing though, is hooking on to a roller in Cleveland, and ending up in Painsville 30 miles away!…"		* Lake Erie from DougMar [[https://surfski.info/forum/1-general/12303-surf-ski-olympic-sport.html#12390\|on surfski.info]] "…an incredible lake, DEEP near Cleveland, kinda shallow on the West end of the great lake, but Cleveland areas have tons of miles of nice Westerly fetch, and good sized rollers (12-14' in many 20 knot westerly blows). Best thing though, is hooking on to a roller in Cleveland, and ending up in Painsville 30 miles away!…"
		+	* Mosquito resevoir: good downwind action with deep enough water for decent downwinders
		+	* Ohio River
		+	* Marietta Ohio - Sternwheeler wake riding [[https://youtu.be/amDBqy48UXY\|video]]
		+	* Pymatuning Lake: very deep water, well situated for downwinders
	==== Conditions ====		==== Conditions ====

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	* Barnacle = 60 yr or older paddler (aka [[:ancient_murrelet\|Ancient Murrelet]], see also [[:stories:sea_dogs_and_time_birds\|Sea Dogs]])		* Barnacle = 60 yr or older paddler (aka [[:ancient_murrelet\|Ancient Murrelet]], see also [[:stories:sea_dogs_and_time_birds\|Sea Dogs]])
-	* Some other paddling communities have similar designations such as the 60+ yr old "Fossils" [[https://youtu.be/c5uA85QHuFY\|on Oahu]]
	* Grand Barnacle = 70 yr or older paddler		* Grand Barnacle = 70 yr or older paddler
	* ??? = 80 yr or older paddler		* ??? = 80 yr or older paddler
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	Drano @ 80 Trophy (design and build - Paul Clement)</WRAP>		Drano @ 80 Trophy (design and build - Paul Clement)</WRAP>
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	Trophy As Of 2025</WRAP>		Trophy As Of 2025</WRAP>
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-	{{:gorge:barnacles:duncan2.jpg?direct&100x147\|duncan2.jpg}}	+	**[[https://surfski.wiki/lib/exe/fetch.php?media=gorge:barnacles:duncan2.jpg\|{{:gorge:barnacles:duncan2.jpg?direct&100x147\|duncan2.jpg}}]]**

	2025 Michael Wood		2025 Michael Wood

-	{{:gorge:barnacles:drano80_2025.jpeg?direct&150x147\|drano80_2025.jpeg}}</WRAP></WRAP>	+	**[[https://surfski.wiki/lib/exe/fetch.php?media=gorge:barnacles:drano80_2025.jpeg\|{{:gorge:barnacles:drano80_2025.jpeg?direct&150x147\|drano80_2025.jpeg}}]]**</WRAP></WRAP>

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	* [[:technique:adaptive:adaptive_paddling\|]]		* [[:technique:adaptive:adaptive_paddling\|]]
		+	* [[:rental#online_rental_apps\|Boat Rental Apps]]
	* [[:blogs\|Online Paddling Media]] (Blogs, Forums, Podcasts, Social Media)		* [[:blogs\|Online Paddling Media]] (Blogs, Forums, Podcasts, Social Media)
	* [[:books\|Print Media ]] (Books, Magazines)		* [[:books\|Print Media ]] (Books, Magazines)

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-	<WRAP centeralign>Screen shot of 2021 Jericho race calendar (click to enlarge) {{:races:jerochocal.jpg?direct&600x321\|http://www.jerichooutrigger.com/races.html}}	+	<WRAP centeralign>Screen shot of 2021 Jericho race calendar (click to enlarge) [[https://surfski.wiki/lib/exe/fetch.php?media=races:jerochocal.jpg\|{{:races:jerochocal.jpg?direct&600x321\|http://www.jerichooutrigger.com/races.html}}]]

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	* [[https://downwindable.com/calendar-map\|Downwindable.com]] (We know Lizelle is busy, we hope she will find someone to help keep the calendar up to date - last events we have seen are early 2024)		* [[https://downwindable.com/calendar-map\|Downwindable.com]] (We know Lizelle is busy, we hope she will find someone to help keep the calendar up to date - last events we have seen are early 2024)
	* [[https://www.canoe-europe.org/categories/ocean?\|European Canoe Association]] (find the European Ocean Racing Championship here)		* [[https://www.canoe-europe.org/categories/ocean?\|European Canoe Association]] (find the European Ocean Racing Championship here)
-	* [[:races:races_france#race_calendars\|French Race Calendars]]	+	* [[:races:races_france#race_calendars\|France Race Calendars]]
	* [[https://nordickayaks.com/events/\|Nordic Kayaks Events]] (primarily Europe plus some world events)		* [[https://nordickayaks.com/events/\|Nordic Kayaks Events]] (primarily Europe plus some world events)
	* [[:races:races_spain#race_calendars\|Spain Race Calendars]]		* [[:races:races_spain#race_calendars\|Spain Race Calendars]]
-	* [[:switzerland#races\|Swiss Race Calendars and Races]]	+	* [[:switzerland#races\|Switzerland Race Calendars and Races]]
-	* [[:scandinavian_races\|Scandavavian (& Nearby) Race Pages]] (Sweden, Norway,etc.)	+	* [[:scandinavian_races\|Scandavavia (& Nearby) Race Pages]] (Sweden, Norway,etc.)
	* [[:races:races_unitedkingdom#race_websites_and_calendars\|UK Race & Calendar Pages]]		* [[:races:races_unitedkingdom#race_websites_and_calendars\|UK Race & Calendar Pages]]
	* …..		* …..
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	* [[https://tresriossports.com/race-calendar\|Tres Rios Events]] Pennsylvania, nearby states		* [[https://tresriossports.com/race-calendar\|Tres Rios Events]] Pennsylvania, nearby states
	* Pacific Northwest (Oregon, Washington)		* Pacific Northwest (Oregon, Washington)
-	* Check the [[:races:race_calendars#canada\|Canadian Race Calendars]] above for events in British Columbia	+	* Check the [[:races:race_calendars#canada\|Canada Race Calendars]] above for events in British Columbia
	* Calendar courtesy of Van Douglas (Gorge Small Boats Paddlers) & Bob Schade (Ocean Flight) mostly events on US West Coast		* Calendar courtesy of Van Douglas (Gorge Small Boats Paddlers) & Bob Schade (Ocean Flight) mostly events on US West Coast
	* [[https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DhPJesCrq/\|2026 Calendar]] (Facebook)		* [[https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DhPJesCrq/\|2026 Calendar]] (Facebook)
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-	{{:races:calendar:2025-race-schedule.png?direct&400x482}}	+	**[[https://surfski.wiki/lib/exe/fetch.php?media=races:calendar:2025-race-schedule.png\|{{:races:calendar:2025-race-schedule.png?direct&400x482}}]]**

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