"Maximum saturation adventure"
the mission: to kayak south until it becomes dangerous or is no longer fun.
On July 10th myself and Don Golden embarked on an ultralight 'alpine style' kayak trip down the Oregon coast. 2 days, 40 miles, and 4 scenic capes later we were pinned down by a freak midsummer storm for five days on a shrinking beach. An injury forced Don to hike out mid trip. During the next 3 days I blasted down the coastline towed by a parafoil kite on a contiuous whitewater sleigh ride. Boiling seas, powerful winds, blowing sands, hellish portages, and even a 50 mile hitchhike around the Oregon Dunes. Intense beauty punctuated by sheer insanity. I ended the trip because I was full, maxed out on adventure. What a great feeling to have a months vacation in 9 days.
220 miles in 5 days on the water. (70 miles hitchhiked) I can't wait to do the next section to California. As soon as my body recovers.
On August 30th, in Portland OR, I'll present a slideshow to the Oregon Ocean Paddlers Society, detailing the trip, the gear and the tactics I used. I'll bring the kayak and some seriously fun stories.
The Sellwood United Methodist Church, located off east end of Sellwood Bridge.
Click on the address link below for a map or driving directions:
Social Time 6:30 P.M.
General Meeting 7:00P.M.
This is the beach we were trapped on as endless plunging waves assaulted the shoreline, I've highlighted out kayaks in yellow, can you see them?
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