Columbia Gorge Wind & Water Association

Swap Meet Saturday 7/6 8a-12p!! Event Site Lot 1
Garage full? Come sell! (Arrive as early as 7, $10 fee for sellers)
Need another toy? Come buy! Lots of gear from CGW2 or private sellers.
Give away gear to CGW2 instead of sitting around selling it yourself? Nothing old or unsellable, please!
Volunteers welcome! 6:30-8, 12-1 especially.

CGW2.org SUMMER SWAP MEET
This Saturday JULY 6th. 8am to 12(ish)

Donors & Volunteers – CGW2.org needs volunteers to help set-up (7:00am – 8:00 am) and take-down its trailers full of donated gear for sale (noon – 1:00 pm) If you’re looking for gear or parts, this will be your opportunity at first dibs! Just show up, or contact us with questions at https://cgw2.org/contact

CGW2.org will also be taking donations of decent, usable, UNDAMAGED gear at this event. We are in particular need of skinny carbon two-piece masts, carbon booms, & undamaged SUP paddles, and undamaged boards less than 10 years old.

**SAVE THE DATE**CGW2.org SUMMER SWAP MEET SAT JULY 6th. 8am to Noon(ish).

Attention All Gorge Wind, Water, Snow & Dirt Riders & CGW2.org Members: The Columbia Gorge Wind & Water Assoc., (CGW2.org) will be conducting it’s 2024 season opener use-gear SWAP MEET this coming Forth of July Weekend Sat July 6th.

Who? · Windsurfers, Kiters, Paddlers, Foilers, Snow & Dirt Riders with gear to sell. - Bring all that good used gear you’ve been meaning to sell. This will our Summer Swap Meet of 2024 so don’t miss this chance to sell your extra gear and find some great bargains on great used Gorge gear.
· Beginners, Bargain Hunters, Wind, Snow & Dirt Riders of All Levels – This is your opportunity to browse tons of used gear at bargain prices and catch-up with your wind-riding pals!
· Donors & Volunteers – CGW2.org needs volunteers to help set-up (7:00am – 8:00 am) and take-down its trailers full of donated gear for sale (noon – 1:00 pm) If you’re looking for gear or parts, this will be your opportunity at first dibs! Just show up, or contact us with questions at https://cgw2.org/contact
CGW2.org will also be taking donations of decent, usable, UNDAMAGED gear at this event. We are in particular need of skinny carbon two-piece masts, carbon booms, & undamaged SUP paddles, and undamaged boards less than 10 years old.
We’re grateful for all gear donations, however, we CAN NOT take beat-up, damaged, or old ancient artifacts that no longer have resale value.
When?: Saturday July 6th.
What Time?: 8:00 am to Noonish (sellers may set-up as early as 7:00 am).
Where?: Hood River Waterfront Lot #1 (large lot just south of The Hood River Event Site).
Parking?: For Sellers – Vehicles can enter Lot #1 east-side gate on N. 1st St., as early as 7:00am. There will be a $10 exhibitor fee to enter. Cash or check only. There will be lots of space to spread out so bring all your stuff!

For Buyers – Street parking on N. 2nd St., west of Lot #1 and Portway Ave West of N. 2nd is free. Street parking east of Lot #1 on N. 1st St and Portway Ave between Lot #1 and The Event-Site is metered by the hour.

Finally, If you are feeling ill, and/or experiencing symptoms consistent with COVID-19 (runny nose, fever, cough, etc.) or recently been exposed to another experiencing symptoms, please stay home.

Sun came out & rain stopped for the CGW2 Pray for Wind party this past weekend! Thanks to , , and everyone who came to party! Thanks SO much to our generous donors: .wing .wing .mcdddd

Thanks to Kickstand Coffee & Kitchen for hosting our 2024 Pray for Wind Party and to all The Local Retailers for their donations.

Wow, what a night - Despite gloomy skies and a questionable forecast, our Block Party & Fundraiser was a great success!

The Hood River community is pretty darn special & we are thankful to be a part of it! ❤️

Thanks for coming out! We’ll be fundraising for CGW2 the rest of the month via register round-up 🤙

Some great wind toys will be up for auction at the Pray for Wind Party June 15th!

Proceeds benefit CGW2’s youth sailing program, water safety initiatives, and Gorge launch sites!

Thanks to wing .wing

CGW2 Pray For Wind Party! Saturday June 15th 6-10pm. Raffle, auction, live music by Ten30! Gear from F-One, Slingshot, Sailworks, and more! Kick off the 2024 wind & water season with a fundraiser for water safety, access, and youth programs in The Gorge.

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***REMINDER*** SWAP MEET this Memorial Day Weekend Sunday May 26th!
ATTN GORGE WIND RIDERS –The Columbia Gorge Wind & Water Assoc., (CGW2.org) will be conducting its Spring 2024 used-gear SWAP MEET this coming Memorial Day weekend. Spread the word!
Who?
• Windsurfers, Kiters, Paddlers, Foilers, Skiiers, Snowboarders, & Cyclists with gear to sell.
Bring all that good gear you’ve been meaning to sell or trade.
• Beginners, Bargain Hunters, Wind, Water, Snow & Dirt Riders of all levels – This is your big opportunity to browse tons of used gear at bargain prices and catch-up with your pals!
• Donors & Volunteers – CGW2.org needs volunteers to help set-up (7:00 – 8:00 am) and take-down (noon – 1:00 pm) its trailers full of donated gear for sale. If you’re looking for gear or parts, this will be your opportunity at first dibs! Just show up, or contact us with questions at https://cgw2.org/contact
CGW2.org will also be taking donations of usable UNDAMAGED gear at this event. We are in need of skinny two-piece carbon masts, undamaged SUP paddles, windsurf boards less than 10 years old.
We’re grateful for all donations, however, we CAN NOT take damaged gear, or old ancient artifacts that have no value.
When?: Sunday May 26th.
What time?: 8:00 am to Noon (sellers may set-up as early as 7:00 am.)
Where?: Hood River Waterfront Lot #1 (large lot just south of The Hood River Event Site).
Parking?:
• For Sellers – Vehicles can enter Lot #1 east-side gate on N. 1st St as early as 7:00am. There will be a $10 exhibitor fee to enter. Cash or check only. There will be lots of space to spread out so bring all your stuff!
• For Buyers – Street parking on N. 2nd St., west of Lot #1 and Portway Ave West of N. 2nd is free. Street parking east of Lot #1 on N. 1st St and Portway Ave between Lot #1 and The Event-Site is metered by the hour.
Finally, If you are ill, experiencing symptoms consistent with COVID-19 (runny nose, fever, cough, etc.) or have recently been exposed to another experiencing symptoms, please stay home.
Questions? Contact us at at our Website here: https://cgw2.org/contact
Columbia Gorge Wind & Water Association
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***SWAP MEET*** this Memorial Day Weekend Sunday May 26th!
ATTN GORGE WIND RIDERS –The Columbia Gorge Wind & Water Assoc., (CGW2.org) will be conducting its Spring 2024 used-gear SWAP MEET this coming Memorial Day weekend. Spread the word!
Who?
• Windsurfers, Kiters, Paddlers, Foilers, Skiiers, Snowboarders, & Cyclists with gear to sell.
Bring all that good gear you’ve been meaning to sell or trade.
• Beginners, Bargain Hunters, Wind, Water, Snow & Dirt Riders of all levels – This is your big opportunity to browse tons of used gear at bargain prices and catch-up with your pals!
• Donors & Volunteers – CGW2.org needs volunteers to help set-up (7:00 – 8:00 am) and take-down (noon – 1:00 pm) its trailers full of donated gear for sale. If you’re looking for gear or parts, this will be your opportunity at first dibs! Just show up, or contact us with questions at https://cgw2.org/contact
CGW2.org will also be taking donations of usable UNDAMAGED gear at this event. We are in need of skinny two-piece carbon masts, undamaged SUP paddles, windsurf boards less than 10 years old.
We’re grateful for all donations, however, we CAN NOT take damaged gear, or old ancient artifacts that have no value.
When?: Sunday May 26th.
What time?: 8:00 am to Noon (sellers may set-up as early as 7:00 am.)
Where?: Hood River Waterfront Lot #1 (large lot just south of The Hood River Event Site).
Parking?:
• For Sellers – Vehicles can enter Lot #1 east-side gate on N. 1st St as early as 7:00am. There will be a $10 exhibitor fee to enter. Cash or check only. There will be lots of space to spread out so bring all your stuff!
• For Buyers – Street parking on N. 2nd St., west of Lot #1 and Portway Ave West of N. 2nd is free. Street parking east of Lot #1 on N. 1st St and Portway Ave between Lot #1 and The Event-Site is metered by the hour.
Finally, If you are ill, experiencing symptoms consistent with COVID-19 (runny nose, fever, cough, etc.) or have recently been exposed to another experiencing symptoms, please stay home.
Questions? Contact us at at our Website here: https://cgw2.org/contact

Since being informed of this matter, CGW2.org has reached out to State, Federal, and Park Service Authorities in an effort to minimize the impact of this project on Gorge Windriding at Mayer State Park (Rowena). Stay tuned. More details to come.
https://stateparks.oregon.gov/index.cfm?do=v.notices&parkId=117&fbclid=IwAR3TYGEZO0ilr6I_sJzBaRJcrILVk8lrWsgRCp0qikcU6XUQwdCTE99sZMA_aem_AQ7jHjfscsYG-Hy3HcmsOlrwxOXIcnJ3OgvW9SoOsFWERJRLQTn1ek-2XotFzzK1ZjBc-3cts2oJVdW9lemZeg4p

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General Advisory
Effective Mar 28, 2024 at Mayer State Park
Oregon State Parks is working with partners to restore a portion of Mayer State Park (East). The work includes spreading soil, hydroseeding native seed and adding boulders to the east side of the park to protect resources. The project will eliminate access to the east end of East Mayer, but improve access to the west end, including an improved pathway to the water. The rest of the park will remain open to all users during and after construction. Please respect signs and barriers to allow the seeds a chance to take root and help protect the site now and in the future. If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected].

CGW2.org and PNWSR helping to make The Gorge a safer place for Wind-Riders! Thank you to all our Members, Donors & Volunteers for helping to make this happen!

***REMINDER*** SWAP MEET this Labor Day Weekend Sunday Sept 3rd!
Attention Gorge Wind-Riders –The Columbia Gorge Wind & Water Assoc., (CGW2.org) will be conducting its final 2023 used-gear SWAP MEET this coming Labor Day weekend. Spread the word!
Who?
• Windsurfers, Kiters, Paddlers, Foilers, Skiiers, Snowboarders with gear to sell.
Snow-Riders - this will be your first shot pocketing a few bucks to help buy that gear for the ’23 – ’24 season! Bring all that good gear you’ve been meaning to sell or trade.
• Beginners, Bargain Hunters, Wind & Snow Riders of all levels – This is your last opportunity of 2023 to browse tons of used gear at bargain prices and catch-up with your wind & snow riding pals!
• Donors & Volunteers – CGW2.org needs volunteers to help set-up (7:00 – 8:00 am) and take-down (noon – 1:00 pm) its trailers full of donated gear for sale. If you’re looking for gear or parts, this will be your opportunity at first dibs! Just show up, or contact us with questions at https://cgw2.org/contact
CGW2.org will also be taking donations of usable UNDAMAGED gear at this event. We are in need of skinny two-piece carbon masts, undamaged SUP paddles, windsurf boards less than 10 years old.
We’re grateful for all donations, however, we CAN NOT take damaged gear, or old ancient artifacts that have no value.
When?: Sunday Sept 3rd
What time?: 8:00 am to Noon (sellers may set-up as early as 7:00 am.)
Where?: Hood River Waterfront Lot #1 (large lot just south of The Hood River Event Site).
Parking?:
• For Sellers – Vehicles can enter Lot #1 east-side gate on N. 1st St as early as 7:00am. There will be a $10 exhibitor fee to enter. Cash or check only. There will be lots of space to spread out so bring all your stuff!
• For Buyers – Street parking on N. 2nd St., west of Lot #1 and Portway Ave West of N. 2nd is free. Street parking east of Lot #1 on N. 1st St and Portway Ave between Lot #1 and The Event-Site is metered by the hour.
Finally, If you are ill, experiencing symptoms consistent with COVID-19 (runny nose, fever, cough, etc.) or have recently been exposed to another experiencing symptoms, please stay home.
Questions? Contact us at at our Website here: https://cgw2.org/contact

SWAP MEET! Labor Day Weekend Sunday Sept 3rd!

Attention Gorge Wind-Riders –The Columbia Gorge Wind & Water Assoc., (CGW2.org) will be conducting its final 2023 used-gear SWAP MEET this coming Labor Day weekend. Spread the word!

Who?

• Windsurfers, Kiters, Paddlers, Foilers, Skiiers, Snowboarders with gear to sell.

Snow-Riders - this will be your first shot pocketing a few bucks to help buy that gear for the ’23 – ’24 season! Bring all that good gear you’ve been meaning to sell or trade.

• Beginners, Bargain Hunters, Wind & Snow Riders of all levels – This is your last opportunity of 2023 to browse tons of used gear at bargain prices and catch-up with your wind & snow riding pals!

• Donors & Volunteers – CGW2.org needs volunteers to help set-up (7:00 – 8:00 am) and take-down (noon – 1:00 pm) its trailers full of donated gear for sale. If you’re looking for gear or parts, this will be your opportunity at first dibs! Just show up, or contact us with questions at https://cgw2.org/contact

CGW2.org will also be taking donations of usable UNDAMAGED gear at this event. We are in need of skinny two-piece carbon masts, undamaged SUP paddles, windsurf boards less than 10 years old.
We’re grateful for all donations, however, we CAN NOT take damaged gear, or old ancient artifacts that have no value.

When?: Sunday Sept 3rd

What time?: 8:00 am to Noon (sellers may set-up as early as 7:00 am.)

Where?: Hood River Waterfront Lot #1 (large lot just south of The Hood River Event Site).

Parking?:

• For Sellers – Vehicles can enter Lot #1 east-side gate on N. 1st St as early as 7:00am. There will be a $10 exhibitor fee to enter. Cash or check only. There will be lots of space to spread out so bring all your stuff!
• For Buyers – Street parking on N. 2nd St., west of Lot #1 and Portway Ave West of N. 2nd is free. Street parking east of Lot #1 on N. 1st St and Portway Ave between Lot #1 and The Event-Site is metered by the hour.

Finally, If you are ill, experiencing symptoms consistent with COVID-19 (runny nose, fever, cough, etc.) or have recently been exposed to another experiencing symptoms, please stay home.

Questions? Contact us at at our Website here: https://cgw2.org/contact

***ALERT*** Just received notice that tomorrow's HOOD RIVER JULY 4th FIREWORKS SHOW has been CANCELLED. Also, please note that access to both SWELL CITY and THE HATCHERY is closed due to continued firefighting activity.

Grateful Thx to all who came out to buy, sell, browse, and most of all volunteer to make today's CGW2.org Summer Swap Meet a huge success. Great seeing you all 'till next time!

***ATTN*** EVACUATION ORDERS UNDER WAY for SWELL CITY & HATCHERY! STAY CLEAR!

Looks like the wind will be giving us a break today! That's going to make it a great to come on down to The CGW2.org Swap Meet to sell / browse / buy some gear!

***REMINDER SWAP-MEET THIS SUNDAY*** Attention All Gorge Wind-Riders & CGW2.org Members: The Columbia Gorge Wind & Water Assoc., (CGW2.org) will be conducting its Summer Swap-Meet this coming 4th of July Weekend, Sunday July 2nd!
Who? · Windsurfers, Kiters, Paddlers & Foilers with gear to sell - Bring all that good used gear you’ve been meaning to sell. This is our second Swap Meet of 2023 so don’t miss this chance to sell your extra gear and find some great bargains on great used Gorge gear.
· Beginners, Bargain Hunters, & Wind Riders of all levels – This is your best opportunity to browse tons of used gear at bargain prices and catch-up with your wind-riding pals!
· Donors & Volunteers – CGW2.org needs volunteers to help set-up (7:00am – 8:00 am) and take-down its trailers full of donated gear for sale (noon – 1:00 pm) If you’re looking for gear or parts, this will be your opportunity at first dibs! Just show up, or contact us with questions at https://cgw2.org/contact or (541) 386-9225.
CGW2.org will also be taking donations of decent, usable, undamaged gear at this event. We are in particular need of high-volume beginner and youth gear, two-piece skinny masts, undamaged SUP boards & paddles.
We’re grateful for all gear donations, however, we cannot take severely beat-up, damaged, or ancient artifacts that have no value.
When?: SUNDAY JULY 2nd.
What Time?: 8:00 am to Noonish (sellers may set-up as early as 7:00 am).
Where?: Hood River Waterfront Lot #1 (large lot just south of The Hood River Event Site).
Parking?: For Sellers – Vehicles can enter Lot #1 east-side gate on N. 1st St., as early as 7:00am. There will be a $10 exhibitor fee to enter. Cash or check only. There will be lots of space to spread out so bring all your stuff!
For Buyers – Street parking on N. 2nd St., west of Lot #1 and Portway Ave West of N. 2nd is free. Street parking east of Lot #1 on N. 1st St and Portway Ave between Lot #1 and The Event-Site is metered by the hour.
Finally, If you are feeling ill, and/or experiencing symptoms consistent with COVID-19 (runny nose, fever, cough, etc.) or have recently been exposed to another experiencing symptoms, please stay home.
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CU Sailin'

***Notice*** Elevated E. Coli Bacteria Levels Posted at The Hood River Hook and Wells Island Areas.

Hello Kiters! The crowds have returned so it’s that time of year when kite launching from the Event Site beach/grass is closed for the season for safety reasons. Starting June 27th kite launching is allowed at the sandbar only, and will remain closed at the Event Site until October. Thank you for your cooperation.

📣💥We are very excited to announce FREE WEEKLY WING FOIL ORIENTATION in partnership with !

Yes, you heard that, it’s free! 🤩

Every Thursday in July & August starting July 6th, from 5:30pm-7:30pm, join us at The Hook for a free introduction to the sport of Wing Foiling! 🙌

This program is for all ages. We provide the equipment and there is no registration.

For more information visit https://www.wyldewindandwater.org/weekly-wing-foil-orientation

See you on the water!

***SWAP-MEET*** Attention All Gorge Wind-Riders & CGW2.org Members: The Columbia Gorge Wind & Water Assoc., (CGW2.org) will be conducting its Summer Swap-Meet this coming 4th of July Weekend, Sunday July 2nd!

Who? · Windsurfers, Kiters, Paddlers & Foilers with gear to sell - Bring all that good used gear you’ve been meaning to sell. This is our second Swap Meet of 2023 so don’t miss this chance to sell your extra gear and find some great bargains on great used Gorge gear.

· Beginners, Bargain Hunters, & Wind Riders of all levels – This is your best opportunity to browse tons of used gear at bargain prices and catch-up with your wind-riding pals!

· Donors & Volunteers – CGW2.org needs volunteers to help set-up (7:00am – 8:00 am) and take-down its trailers full of donated gear for sale (noon – 1:00 pm) If you’re looking for gear or parts, this will be your opportunity at first dibs! Just show up, or contact us with questions at https://cgw2.org/contact or (541) 386-9225.

CGW2.org will also be taking donations of decent, usable, undamaged gear at this event. We are in particular need of high-volume beginner and youth gear, two-piece skinny masts, undamaged SUP boards & paddles.

We’re grateful for all gear donations, however, we cannot take severely beat-up, damaged, or ancient artifacts that have no value.

When?: SUNDAY JULY 2nd.

What Time?: 8:00 am to Noonish (sellers may set-up as early as 7:00 am).

Where?: Hood River Waterfront Lot #1 (large lot just south of The Hood River Event Site).

Parking?: For Sellers – Vehicles can enter Lot #1 east-side gate on N. 1st St., as early as 7:00am. There will be a $10 exhibitor fee to enter. Cash or check only. There will be lots of space to spread out so bring all your stuff!

For Buyers – Street parking on N. 2nd St., west of Lot #1 and Portway Ave West of N. 2nd is free. Street parking east of Lot #1 on N. 1st St and Portway Ave between Lot #1 and The Event-Site is metered by the hour.

Finally, If you are feeling ill, and/or experiencing symptoms consistent with COVID-19 (runny nose, fever, cough, etc.) or have recently been exposed to another experiencing symptoms, please stay home.
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CU Sailin'

2023 CGW2.org Pray for Wind Party = Huge Success! Thanx to all our Members and Windriders who showed up for the fun! And, even bigger thanx to all our Volunteers, Local Vendors, Musicians, and Kickstand Coffee & Kitchen who helped make it a huge success!

Pray For Wind Party this Saturday night 6/17/23 6-10 pm. Live music, raffle/auction with lots of cool stuff including F-One America wing, SAILWORKS windsurf sails, Foiling Magazine subscription, Big Winds foil trailer, Cascade Kiteboarding wing lesson. All to support Gorge Wind & water sports safety & access.

Pray for Wind Party next Saturday June 17th 6:30-10pm!! Lots of cool stuff to auction/raffle, thanks to .wing , including this Strike v.2 4.5 wing!!

***TOMORROW*** CGW2.org Spring Swap Meet - Sunday May 28th 8:00am to 12:00pm
Attention All Gorge Wind-Riders & CGW2.org Members: The Columbia Gorge Wind & Water Assoc., (CGW2.org) will be conducting it’s season opener use-gear SWAP MEET this coming Memorial Day Weekend, Sunday May 28th.
Who? · Windsurfers, Kiters, Paddlers & Foilers with gear to sell - Bring all that good used gear you’ve been meaning to sell. This will our first Swap Meet of 2023 so don’t miss this chance to sell your extra gear and find some great bargains on great used Gorge gear.
· Beginners, Bargain Hunters, & Wind Riders of all levels – This is your best first of-season opportunity to browse tons of used gear at bargain prices and catch-up with your wind-riding pals!
· Donors & Volunteers – CGW2.org needs volunteers to help set-up (7:00am – 8:00 am) and take-down its trailers full of donated gear for sale (noon – 1:00 pm) If you’re looking for gear or parts, this will be your opportunity at first dibs! Just show up, or contact us with questions at https://cgw2.org/contact or (541) 386-9225.
CGW2.org will also be taking donations of decent, usable, undamaged gear at this event. We are in particular need of high-volume beginner and youth gear, two-piece skinny masts, undamaged SUP boards & paddles.
We’re grateful for all gear donations, however, we cannot take severely beat-up, damaged, or ancient artifacts that have no value.
When?: SUNDAY May 28th.
What Time?: 8:00 am to Noonish (sellers may set-up as early as 7:00 am).
Where?: Hood River Waterfront Lot #1 (large lot just south of The Hood River Event Site).
Parking?: For Sellers – Vehicles can enter Lot #1 east-side gate on N. 1st St., as early as 7:00am. There will be a $10 exhibitor fee to enter. Cash or check only. There will be lots of space to spread out so bring all your stuff!
For Buyers – Street parking on N. 2nd St., west of Lot #1 and Portway Ave West of N. 2nd is free. Street parking east of Lot #1 on N. 1st St and Portway Ave between Lot #1 and The Event-Site is metered by the hour.
Finally, If you are feeling ill, and/or experiencing symptoms consistent with COVID-19 (runny nose, fever, cough, etc.) or have recently been exposed to another experiencing symptoms, please stay home.