In this episode, we talk about Ben McKenzie’s recent trip to the headwaters of the Minam River in the Wallowas and ask him about his thoughts on river safety and boat welding.
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Data from Ben’s Trip:
Dates: Started hiking July 4, took off July 7.
Flows: Diurnal cycle averaging 1,100 cfs (valley and ridging between 1,000 and 1,150)
Hike: About 12 miles
Paddle: About 45 miles
Start of hike: 45.250239662492156, -117.37658100221226
Start of paddle: 45.15027801192856, -117.39427270694812
Take out: 45.62164097182737, -117.72165560076294