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As CoastWatch volunteers monitor their adopted miles of coastline, they contribute valuable data that illuminates the ever-changing dynamics of our shores. These reports not only enhance our understanding of coastal health but also shape meaningful conservation actions. Use the search bar below to search both the miles and reports for specific attributes.
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Mile 55
Beach could use a cleanup as Cape Blanco is a known "catcher beach". Erosion was very evident in multiple places including slides on rock bluffs and slumping of clay-based bluffs at the northern end of the beach.
Bruce Williams
Mile 242
The winter storms have caused erosion with the 242 mile. It was a beautiful, sunny day filled with people and dogs exploring this stretch of mile 242.
Teachers: Annette, Sally, Bobbie, Bill, Maureen
Mile 237
The most important factor for me personally with the changes I've observed in this section of my mile is how impactful the shoreline armoring has been on the beach to the south.
Barry Howarth
Mile 261
Wow what a change from last month! State Parking lot is closed for a couple of months while construction on the new parking lot and restroom continues. The tree ( object I show as a measure of sand deposition ) is really getting uncovered! Survey also for COASST, no beached birds or mammals found. The beach access point at the north end of Bob Straub State Park is still unusable for vehicles, due to a massive erosion event and 5 foot sharp edges to the beach.
Eric Matthews
Mile 255
Severe dune erosion causing many large shrubs and trees to fall onto the beach. Previous report in February showed dune cliff stable but receding.
Garrick Schermer
Mile 274
It was a beautiful, sunny day although somewhat brisk. Some photos of recent erosion are attached.
John Rogan
Mile 202
Mile 202 beach accesses and exits are now restricted because of erosion and sheering off of the sand cliffs along its northern portion, so I now need to plan for a receding tide if I want to walk the entire mile safely.
Jon French
Mile 22
I observed an unusual piece of large iron debris on the beach next to "wind surfers" rock. Update March 8: Jake responded that he and another ranger are working with NOAA to try to figure out who is belongs to and then a plan for removal.
Shari Botermans
Mile 291
Found 3 dead sea birds in the same general vicinity washed up.
Michael Higham
Mile 339
Nothing unusual except for increased amount of marine debris. Would be good to see the photos I downloaded.
John Joyce
