Description:

### The kayak, paddles, and PFD's are provided ###

This is an exploration of the beauty and natural history along Oregon's central coast. We will spend Sunday hiking in the magnificent Cape Perpetua headland, on Monday we'll be kayaking on the peaceful and picturesque Beaver Creek. The visit to Beaver Creek is through a program of Oregon State Parks, they provide recreational kayaks, paddles and life jackets. A trip fee of $30 (covers all kayaking equipment/costs and camping fees), payable to the trip leader on the first day.

SCHEDULE:
Sunday, August 5:
Depart Eugene at 8:30 am. We'll spend the day hiking around the tide pools and overlooks of Cape Perpetua. In the late afternoon, we'll set up camp and folks can rest, hike some more, or take it easy. After dinner let's hike (3 miles round trip) to the stone shelter overlook to enjoy the sunset, if the clouds cooperate.

Monday, August 6:
The next morning will be an early start. We break camp at 7:15 am and drive half an hour north to the Beaver Creek Welcome Center near Ona Beach State Park. Our guide will meet us, provide a safety orientation, and give us an overview of the natural history of Beaver Creek. The tour will be 4 hours total, with an estimated 2.5 hrs. of paddling; this includes check-in, instruction, and check out. In the afternoon we can lunch in Yachats and explore a little more before heading back to Eugene. The plan is to return home before 5 pm.

KAYAKING:
# Oregon State Parks provide recreational kayaks, paddles and life jackets; participants may NOT use their own kayaks, paddles, or PFD’s.
# We will have access to 4 single kayaks, and 2 tandem kayaks (which hold two people each).
# A Liability Waiver is needed by the Oregon State Parks. The trip leader will provide copies of this at the beginning of the trip. It must be completed to go kayaking.
# You need to bring:
-Sun protection (sunscreen, glasses, hat)
-Waterproof camera and/or binoculars
-Plenty of water and snacks/lunch
-Shoes you don’t mind getting wet
-Waterproof or quick drying clothing (avoid cotton please)
-Change of dry clothes
-Gloves can help with paddling but are not necessary
-Emergency contact number that will not be on tour

We will meet at the Target on West 11th Sunday morning. Participants are encouraged to contact each other about carpool arrangements prior to the trip so you don't have to leave a car overnight at Target.

BEAVER CREEK:
Paddling on Beaver Creek through a freshwater marsh is the perfect way to enjoy nature in a peaceful, tranquil environment. The marsh is home to many types of wildlife, especially migratory birds and waterfowl. We will pause often to point out interesting natural and cultural features in the park. This tour is great for beginners and kayakers of all levels. The creek is slow moving and not affected by ocean tides. The Beaver Creek Marsh offers participants an incredible opportunity to glimpse at the complexity and biodiversity of a healthy wetland marsh ecosystem.
Learn more about Beaver Creek-
https://store.oregonstateparks.org/index.cfm?do=v.dsp_item&itemId=162&eventId=9