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It was a beautiful sunny day on the beach. A number of people and dogs were making the most if it.The recent high tides have resulted in new erosion of the dunes (see photos). The high tides and storms have also resulted in a profusion of plastic debris mostly washed in by the waves. One couple was picking up some of it, as was I.

Conditions

Temperature: 56 F. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Wind Direction: S. Tide Level: 3.0 feet.

Human Activities

Number of people: 42. Number of dogs: 9. Walking or running: 42.

Vehicles

Cars/trucks parking: 28. RVs/Buses parking: 1.

Driftline Content

Small rocks, Seaweeds and seagrass, Shells, Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt), Wood pieces, Land-based debris (picnics, etc.), Marine debris (plastic, styrofoam, etc. washing in from the sea), Styrofoam, Ocean-based debris (from fishing boats, ship trash, etc.).

Natural Changes

Erosion of vegetated foredune, Visible retreat of solid bluff, Evidence of wave overtopping.

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Mile 274

March 7, 2024

It was a beautiful, sunny day although somewhat brisk. Some photos of recent erosion are attached.

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January 16, 2024

The recent storms and high tides have deposited a lot of debris on the beach - especially small plastic fragments.

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November 8, 2023

It was a clear, sunny day, if somewhat brisk.

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September 29, 2023

It was a windy and cloudy day and hence the beach was fairly deserted.

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July 25, 2023

A perfect beach day.

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May 8, 2023

It was a sunny, early spring type day.

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April 13, 2023

It was a cloudy and somewhat cool day.

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January 1, 2023

It was a sunny, but chilly, New Years day.

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