PNW Winter Series OC-1/2 Race Series 2009 Race Schedule:

PNW-ORCA Winter Series Registration Form

1. January 17th - Lake Union, Seattle Hui Wa‚a O Wakinikona

2. February 7th - Portland, OR. Mountain Home CC 

3. February 14th - BC, Canada, Jericho OCC

4. February 21st - Silverdale, Washington Hui Heihei Wa‚a Ohana Night info

5. March 7th - B.C. Canada False Creek OCC

6. March 21st - Portland, Oregon Kai Ikaika CC

7. April 4th – Championship Race - Seattle, Washington Sail Sand Point OCC

Winter Series Point System
 
The PNWORCA winter race series works by accumulating points over the course of the 7 races.
 
Overall finishers in the men's and women's OC1 divisions are scored 5 points for first place and 1 point for fifth place. The 5 best scores out of the 7 races are used to calculate totals. Awards are give to the top 5 finishers.
 
In the age division categories, points are scored 5 points for 1st place, 4 points for 2nd place and 3 points for 3rd place. Awards are given to the top 3 finishers.
 
You must complete at least 3 races in the series to qualify for awards, which are presented at the final race at the end of the season. The completion of 3 races also forms a division category. (If you are a masters surfski paddler and complete 3 races under that category you will qualify for awards). You must stick with the same age category that you choose - if you race open in one race and masters in another, they will be scored separately and your points will not accumulate.
 
All races start at 11:00 am. Entry fee for each race is $10 per paddler. Paddlers must have a life jacket on board or worn, and leashes are advised.

PNW-ORCA Winter Series Registration Form

 
Race #1:  Lake Union Race, PNW-ORCA 2008 Winter Series OC-1/OC-2
 
Date:  Saturday, January 17, 2009, Waterway #18, Lake Union, Seattle, WA
 
Race Description:  All paddlers start together at concrete overlook at Gas Works Park, heading west to Ballard Locks, around a buoy and return past Gas Works Park, to finish line within Waterway #18.  The course is approx 6.0 miles.  This is the first of 7 races in the Winter Series, with the first 3 place finishers in each division earning points for end of season awards.
 
Registration: This is a PNW-ORCA sanctioned race and will follow American Canoe Association (ACA) safety procedures.  All participants must register, sign the waiver, and show proof of ACA membership.  Non-ACA members must pay an additional $5 fee and complete the ACA one-time waiver in order to enter the race.
 
Host Club:  Hui Wa’a O Wakinikona.  Contact:  scdahlin@comcast.net
 
Facilities: There is one porta-john at the race site, with additional permanent restroom facilities π mile away at Gas Works Park.  There are no clothes changing facilities at the put-in/take-out area.  Light refreshments and water will be provided.
 
Entry Fees:  $10.00 for each paddler.
 
Race Schedule:
9:00am      Registration table opens
10:15am    Safety and Paddlers’ meeting
11:00am   Race starts  **New starting time for this season**
1:00pm     Awards
 
Directions:  Race registration is on the north end of Lake Union next to Dunato's Boat Yard,
2309 N. Northlake Way, about 1/4 mile east of Gas Works Park.
 
From I-5. Take Exit #169 (NE 45th St.), turn west on NE 45th and continue to Stone Way.
Turn Left on Stone Way and follow it south all the way to the bottom by Lake Union (through NE 34th St).  The road will bend to the left and become N. Northlake Way.  Follow N. Northlake Way east past Gasworks Park, and look for a tall line of poplar trees (if you see Dunato's Boatyard, you've gone too far).  Please park on the north side of the street (back-in angle parking) and walk down to lake’s edge, where the canoes are beached. 
 

Date: Saturday February 7, 2009
 
Race Description: All paddlers will start together from the 42nd Street Boat Ramp along Marine Drive, Portland, Oregon (see below).  Exact course will be determined by wind/tide conditions. Approximate distance will be 6 miles. This is the third of 7 in the winter series with the first 3 finishers in each age division earning points for end of season awards.
 
Registration: This is a PNW-ORCA/CORA sanctioned race. All participants must register, sign the waiver, and show proof of ACA/CORA membership. Non-ACA/CORA members must pay an additional $10 fee and complete the CORA one-time waiver in order to enter the race.
 
Host Club: Mountain Home Canoe Club;
Contact Information:
Diane Kadolph-Ray:  503-397-5943, dianek@sthelens.k12.or.us – or -
Bee Devita: 503-232-9929, sammcbee@ad.com

Facilities: There is a $4 parking fee at the boat ramp (bring cash!); limited free parking available on Marine Drive. Showers are available at the Mt. Home CC club house which is on Marine Drive ¼ mile away from the race site.  Light refreshments & water will be provided.

Race Schedule
 9:00 AM        Registration
10:15 AM       Safety & paddler's meeting. Note: Life Jackets must be worn
11:00 AM       Start
1:00  PM        Awards
 
Driving  Directions:
The address is Gleason Boat Ramp & Broughton Beach
NE 43 Ave & Marine Drive
Portland, OR
 Located adjacent to western edge of the Portland Airport on Marine Drive are   Broughton Beach and the Gleason Boat Ramp.
From I-5 take the Marine Drive east exit.  Go past 33rd Ave. and the boat ramp will be on the left about ¼ mile.
 

Race # 3 Jericho - PNWORCA Winter Series, OC-1 / 2
 
Date: Saturday January 24, 2009
 
Race Description: All paddlers will start together from the Jericho Outrigger Canoe Club. Exact course will be determined by wind/tide conditions. Approximate distance will be 6 miles. This is the second of 7 in the winter series with the first 3 finishers in each age division earning points for end of season awards.
 
Registration: This is a PNW-ORCA/CORA  sanctioned race. All participants must register, sign the waiver, and show proof of ACA/CORA  membership. Non-ACA/CORA members must pay an additional $10 fee and complete the CORA one-time waiver in order to enter the race.
 
Host Club: Jericho Outrigger Canoe Club. Contact: Peter Forand (peterf@bcaa.com, 604 - 469 - 6787)
Facilities: Free parking, showers. Light refreshments & water will be provided
Race Schedule
 9:00 AM        Registration
10:15 AM        Safety & paddler's meeting. Note: Life Jackets must be worn
11:00 AM        Start
1:00  PM        Awards
Any questions please contact Peter Forand at e-mail - Peter.Forand@bcaa.com
 
 
Driving  Directions:
Our address is 1300 Discovery Street, Vancouver BC. If you know your way into the city, then follow 4th Avenue West to North West Marine Drive. Turn right at the Vancouver Youth Hostel entrance. Proceed 300 meters to Discovery St. (Jericho Park West entrance) and turn right into the Jericho Sailing Centre Association parking lot.
 
For accurate directions from your location - check us out on Google Maps .
 

Saturday - February 21st, 2009 - 11:00 a.m.
Waterfront Park, Silverdale, WA

Directions:
From SR-3 take the NW Newberry Hill Road exit and turn east towards the water
Follow the road to the left as it turns into Silverdale Way NW
At the traffic light, turn right onto NW Byron Street
Go all the way down to the end of the cul-de-sac.

Schedule & Facts:

9:30 a.m. - Registration at the gazebo
10:15 a.m. ˆ Safety and Paddlers‚ Meeting
11:00 a.m. ˆ Race Start with an approximately six mile course.
$10 per person
All paddlers must have a signed waiver PNW-ORCA and ACA Insurance.
Non-ACA members must pay an additional $5 fee and complete the ACA one-time waiver in order to enter the race. Waivers and Event-Only ACA forms will be available at the race site.
All canoes must be equipped with life vests
All events will be conducted following PNW-ORCA race rules
Points awarded using the PNW-ORCA Winter Series scoring system.
Special Notes:

Each paddler needs to have adequate foot protection
Cradles or tires to protect canoes are necessary
Tides: Low 10:39 AM 6.7ft; High 2:30 PM 10.0ft
DO NOT use stakes to secure tents or canopies.

Lodging & Entertainment:
Silver Beach Hotel is offering a special paddler rate, $65 plus tax for Saturday night. Please contact the hotel for more information and ask for the "Silverdale Canoe" rate.
Silverdale Beach Hotel

3073 NW Bucklin Hill Rd. Silverdale, WA.
360-698-1000

After the race enjoy Ohana Night at the Silver Beach Hotel, featuring our own Mo Huddy and his band Tropical Sensation.
Questions/Concerns - Contact: Rod Rodenhurst - 360-698-1533

PNWORCA Race #5 - False Creek Racing Canoe Club

Date: Saturday, March 7, 2009
Location:  False Creek Outrigger Compound @ Burrard Marina, Vanier Park, Vancouver, BC Canada

Race Description: open to OC-1, OC-2 and Surfski.  All paddlers will put in at Vanier Park and the race will start and finish off the dock at the Coast Guard station. The course is around the west shore of Stanley Park to the yellow QC marker off of Siwash rock then to a marker beyond Siwash Rock,towards Lions Gate Bridge returning to the start the same way. The distance is approximately 10km. You MUST have a Life Jacket.

Registration: starting @ March 7th (race day) @ 9:30am. FCRCC compound @Burrard Marina, Vanier Park
Facilities: Washrooms in the Park are open in the day.

Entry Fees: $10.00 for each paddler (racers must have CORA membership or day waiver)

Race Schedule:
9:30 Registration table opens
10:20 Safety and Paddlers' meeting
11:00 Race starts
12:30 Awards

Directions: Race registration @ FCRCC shed @ Burrard Marina. Directions from US Peace Arch Crossing. Drive North on Hwy 99 to Vancouver. North on hwy 99 to Oak Street. Turn left on to Broadway to Burrard. Turn right on Burrard(north to mountains). Turn left just before you go over the bridge then right on to Chestnut Street. The marina address is 1655 Whyte Ave. Turn right off Chestnut @ Whyte Street and the outrigger compound is on the right. 

PNW-ORCA WINTER SERIES 2009
KAI IKAIKA RACE AROUND ROSS ISLAND


Race #6:
Kai Ikaika Race, PNW-ORCA 2009 Winter Series (#6). Open to all paddlers OC-1/OC-2, Surf Ski & Kayak
 
Date:  
Saturday, March, 21st, 2009, Willamette River, Downtown Portland, OR

Race Description:
Approx. 6.0-mile (10-km) race around Ross Island. The course starts at the RiverPlace Marina on the west side of the Willamette River (city side) just south of the Hawthorne Bridge. There will be a two minute verbal warning and then a horn blast from the starter on the dock to start the race anytime with that two minutes. Start by going south (up river) paddling under the Marquam and Ross Island Bridges hugging the west side of the river bank passing a green buoy at Toe Island on the left and then three red buoy's. The first red buoy is situated adjacent to a boat dock area, the second red buoy (#2) is located just before Willamette Park boat ramp and the third red buoy (#4) is located in the middle of the river immediately upon passing the boat ramp. Turn left at the third red buoy (#4) and head east towards East Island. There will be a row of boat houses on your immediate right, turn north at Hardtack Island and keep going around Ross Island paddling under the Ross Island, Marquam and finally Hawthorne Bridges before reaching the finish line at the Fire Dock on the east side. This is the sixth of seven in the winter series with the first three finishers in each age division earning points for end of season awards.

Registration:
This is a PNW-ORCA sanctioned race and will follow USA Canoe & Kayak (USACK) safety procedures. All participants must register, sign the waiver, and show proof of USACK membership.  Non-USACK members must pay an additional $5.00 fee and complete the USACK one-time waiver in order to enter the race.

Host Club:
Kai Ikaika Paddling Club, Portland, OR

Contacts:
Steve Workman cell 503-539-4699 steveworx@gmail.com
John Tejada cell 503-329-4055 jdtejada@msn.com
Mulu Tapasa cell 503-709-5235 mulutapasa@comcast.net

Participant Boat Launch Site & Parking:
Participants can park their cars, unload & load their boats at:
Portland Boathouse Dock
1515 SE Water Ave
Portland, OR 97214

Spectator Parking:
There is metered public parking on the street and at the further most west end of SE Madison St. under the freeway by Fire Station Boat Dock at:
8 SE Madison St
Portland, OR 97214

Facilities:
There are portable toilets located under the freeway parking structure close to the Fire Dock at 8 SE Madison St. There are also toilets and shower facilities available at the Wasabi Paddling clubhouse, Portland Boathouse building (a big mahalo to Wasabi).

Entry Fees:
$10.00 for each paddler. (Note: if you are NOT a current USACK member an additional $5.00 will be required total of $15.00)

Race Schedule:
9:00am Registration table opens
10:30am Paddlers’ meeting
11:00am Race starts
1:00pm Plate lunch, awards and raffle

Register: At www.kaiikaika.org or day of event registration table opens at 9.00am.

Other Info:
Safety:
The US Coast Guard will be in attendance, so every participant MUST wear or carry a PFD – no exceptions, you will not race if you do not have a PFD. WARNING: You could be fined if you fail to comply with this requirement. In addition, Kai Ikaika will not be granted a permit for this race next year.

Accommodations:
For those paddlers from out of town (especially our friends to the north in Canada) we have free accommodation for Friday night staying with members of Kai Ikaika Paddling Club. Please email or call for availability. John Tejada jdtejada@msn.com or Steve Workman steveworx@gmail.com

Directions:
From Interstate 5, Southbound
Travel south on I-5. Take EXIT 300B (OMSI exit). Once on the exit, move to the left-most lane. Follow the OMSI signs (in brown). The signs will lead you off the freeway to SE Belmont St. Continue east on Belmont to 7th Ave. Turn right (south) onto 7th Ave. Continue south to Clay St. Turn right (west) onto Clay St. and go to Water Ave. If you are a spectator turn right (north) at Water Ave. and turn left on Madison St. – you will see the under-freeway parking area. If you are a participant turn left (south) at Water Ave. and a make an immediate right (west) turn into the Boathouse parking lot. The Portland Boathouse Bldg (large grey and glass structure) will be on the right. The boat launch is immediately in front (looking towards the city) across the bike/running lane and down towards the river.

From Interstate 5, Northbound
Travel north on I-5 until you get into the Portland City limits. After crossing the Marquam/I-5 Bridge, move to the right-most lane. Take EXIT 300, the first exit immediately after taking the ramp to I-84 eastbound. This exit is marked "OMSI/Central Eastside Industrial District". Turn right (south) onto Water Ave. (Located at the first intersection). If you are a spectator continue south on Water Ave. to Madison St. and turn right (west) towards the under-freeway parking area. If you are a participant continue south on Water Ave. to Clay St. and turn right (west) into the Boathouse parking lot just south of Clay. The Portland Boathouse Bldg (large grey and glass structure) will be on the right. The boat launch is immediately in front (looking towards the city) across the bike/running lane and down towards the river.

Note: If you get lost just ask directions to OMSI. The Boathouse is a few hundred yards north of OMSI and the Fire Dock is another hundred yards further north. There is a bike/running path running parallel to the river that you can walk to get to the Fire Dock.

For accurate directions from your location - check out Google Maps:
Portland Boathouse Bldg/Dock (Participants with canoes)
1515 SE Water Ave
Portland, OR 97214

Fire Station Boat Dock (Spectators)
8 SE Madison St
Portland, OR 97214

Date:  
Saturday, April 4th, SSP - Lake Washington, Seattle

Entry Fees:
$10.00 for each paddler

Race Schedule:
9:00am Registration table opens
10:30am Paddlers’ meeting
11:00am Race starts


Race Description:
Approx. 7.0-mile

Sail Sand Point is located about five miles north of the University of Washington on the western shore of Lake Washington.

The entrance to SSP is off of Sand Point Way NE at 74th Street.

Traveling N on I5
Just past the City and just before the UW, Take Hwy 520 East. Off of Hwy 520 take the first exit, Montlake and turn left and proceed North on Montlake. Staying in your right hand lane, the road will curve around past the U-Village. Go thru the large 5-way intersection and the road becomes Sand Point Way NE. Continue past Children's Hospital, Magnuson Park (at 65th), and turn right at 74th.

Traveling south on I5
Take the 145th Street NE exit (#175). Turn left at the ramp and head East on 145th St. Turn right onto 15th Ave NE. Turn left onto NE 125th Street. NE 125th turns into Sand Point Way NE. Follow to 74th.

Further south? Then take the 80/85th street exit, stay to the left and make sure you take the 80th St. fork. Then immidiately get in your right hand lane, and turn right on Banner Way. Proceed thru the 4 way intersection and the road becomes 75th. Follow 75th and turn right on 35th, then left on 70th, at the bottom of the hill trun left on Sand Point Way NE, then right at 74th. The only three access roads from the West side onto Sand Point Way NE in this area are 95th, 70th, and 65th.

Once at 74th
Just after the entrance guard station, turn hard left and go north, paralleling Sand Point Way. (There are usually Sail Sand Point signs, but sometimes these get moved) Go under the overpass and you will see the water.