Mile 195 Report
January 31, 2016
It was a rare, partly sunny day, bringing many hikers and dogs onto the beach.
Report Details
It was a rare, partly sunny day, bringing many hikers and dogs onto the beach. Streams were full, making the crossing of Starr Creek a challenge. I included a photo of a fibrous material washed up along the tide line and am looking for identification. Nothing else was unusual.
Conditions
Temperature: 46 F. Cloud Cover: Sunny. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Tide Level: 2.5 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 21. Number of dogs: 9. Walking or running: 21. There was significant plastic litter, including large pieces. I wish I had brought a larger collection bag.
Concerns
Litter
Notable Wildlife
A transparent fibrous material was washed up along much of the high tide line. It looked like shredded plastic, but I think it is natural, perhaps from seaweed. (See attached photo.) Does anyone know what it is? Visitors to Cape Perpetua have seen it and asked me.
Driftline Content
Land-based debris (picnics, etc.), Styrofoam. Piles of transparent fibers
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