PADDLE TRIPS
The Tualatin River
The Tualatin River is a slow, meandering river, which is more like a series of long lakes because of a very low gradient the lower 30 miles. The river offers a fantastic opportunity for paddlers that are new to the sport to "get their feet wet." The beauty and serenity of the river keeps enthusiasts coming back again and again.
TRIP INFORMATION
While Tualatin Riverkeepers (TRK) paddle trips are open to all members and the general public, space is limited and reservations are required. There is a trip charge of $5 per person for TRK members and $10 for nonmembers. TRK canoes are available to members free of charge by reservation (except for Discovery Day). Nonmembers may rent our canoes for our paddle trips for $30. Personal flotation devices must be worn on paddle trips. TRK trips may be cancelled due to severe weather (lightning, flooding, ice etc.), but will often take place in the rain. Please dress accordingly. All trip leaders are volunteers and are not compensated for the time and energy that they put in to making our Trips and Tours Program successful. TRK trips may be canceled if we are unable to recruit sufficient volunteer support to lead a safe and enjoyable trip. For more information or to register for our trips and tours, please call (503) 620-7507 or email vicki@tualatinriverkeepers.org
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The Trips & Tours Program Sponsored by REI, the City of Tigard and the Willamette River Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation.
Sign up for these great paddle trips.
Evening Paddle
Saturday July 11
5pm to 8pm
Tualatin Community Park
Cool off from the July heat at watch as the wildlife gets active.
Paddle & Picnic
Sunday July 26, 10am to 2pm
Brown's Ferry Park, Tualatin
Pack your lunch and join us for a paddle trip out of beautiful Brown's Ferry Park in Tualatin.
Mid-Summer Night's Paddle
Saturday August 8, 5pm to 8pm
Cook Park, Tigard
Cool off on this hot August night on the Tualatin River from Cook Park in Tigard. As the sun gets low the wildlife gets active. Chance's are good that you will see a mink, raccoon, or beaver.
Family Day Summer Paddle Trip
Saturday August 22, 10am to 1pm -
Tualatin Community Park, Tualatin
Bring the entire family out to enjoy nature on the Tualatin River.
Autumn Colors Paddle Trip
Saturday October 10, 1pm to 4pm
99W Bridge Paddler's Access, Tualatin
Autumn is a favorite time of year for paddling on the Tualatin River. Often the river is carpeted with the golden leaves of the Oregon Ash trees that line the river bank.
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Paddle Trip General Instructions