Kayaker for Portland river swim?

I'm trying to get an experienced and lovely kayaker for the Portland river 11-mile swim. For those of us who are not blessed with kayaking spouses/relatives/friends, how do we find someone? How much do we pay? What do you discuss with your kayaker pre-race?
Oh, and does anyone know a great kayaker in the Portland area who would be willing to kayak for me? I'm slow but cheerful, I never whine, and I don't get tired.
Oh, and does anyone know a great kayaker in the Portland area who would be willing to kayak for me? I'm slow but cheerful, I never whine, and I don't get tired.
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Are either heart or bob going to Applegate Lake?
And, do let me know if you can kayak on the 22nd!