Mile 101 Report
Face Rock, Bandon Beach, Coquille Point
April 12, 2012
Observed the beach during intermittent clouds and sprinkles.
Report Details
Observed the beach during intermittent clouds and sprinkles. Five people out walking attending two unleashed dogs. Tide was low (0.0 feet); beach was clean probably as a result of recent storms. No dead birds were observed. Mid-beach erosion due to winter storms is estimated to be 3 feet. Foredune erosion observed north of Coquille Point, estimated at 4-5 feet. Lots of logs were observed high on the beach. Shells small rocks and wood pieces in the driftline.
Conditions
Temperature: 50 F. Cloud Cover: Cloudy. Wind Velocity: Moderate. Wind Direction: SW. Tide Level: 0.0 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 5. Number of dogs: 2. Walking or running: 5.
Concerns
Apparent violations: Dogs not on leash.
Vehicles
Cars/trucks parking: 4.
Driftline Content
Shells, Small rocks, Wood pieces.
Natural Changes
Erosion of vegetated foredune.
Doug C
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