Port of Hood River

Kitboarding at Marina Beach Approved as Pilot Program for 2010 Summer Recreation Season by Port of Hood River Commission May 18, 2010

Pilot Program will be reviewed for compliance monthly through summer

Kiteboarding Requirements
· Parking - Kiteboard users would require upland parking likely in a space/user ratio of 1:1 or 1:2. The Swim Beach has both paved and gravel parking although the paved area is much more heavily used particularly in the summer. The Marina Park/Marina Beach can accommodate parking for approximately 230 vehicles.
· Pump/Dry Area - Under optimum conditions, this would be close to parking, on level ground and have a grass surface. The Swim Beach has a large lawn area that is maintained by the Port. This area can also have heavy use in the summer as it is an ideal location for families.
· Rigging Area - This includes laying out lines, attaching to the kite and getting the kite aloft. This use would generally take place on level ground with a sand surface.
· Water Access - Access to the water could occur in any direction off the Sandbar. However, because of the features (bridge) and uses (Marina access channel), it is presumed that access would generally occur directly into the Hood River from the Marina Beach area. It also is likely that kiteboard use in the area would have to be specific to intermediate and advanced kiters because there is no downwind beach or catch point.
· Restrooms/Utilities - Similar to most waterfront users, restrooms in close proximity to concentrated use areas are a significant benefit. The Swim Beach has a significant restroom facility that is generally not heavily used.

Kiteboarding Marina Beach Pilot Program Plan

Kiteboarding Marina Beach Pilot Program Buoy Plan

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