Mile 293 Report
April 1, 2011
The SOLV Beach Cleanup was last weekend and the beach is remarkably clean!
Report Details
The SOLV Beach Cleanup was last weekend and the beach is remarkably clean! Things looked good on Mile 293 this morning.
Conditions
Temperature: 45 F. Cloud Cover: Cloudy. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Tide Level: 3.3 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 7. Number of dogs: 4. Walking or running: 3. Playing in surf: 1. Playing in sand: 3.
Notable Wildlife
seagulls on the beach and squirrels on the rocks (riprap)
Beached Birds
Total dead birds: 2. seagull and duck
Driftline Content
Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt), Marine debris (plastic, styrofoam, etc. washing in from the sea), Shells, Small rocks, Styrofoam, Wood pieces.
Man-made Modifications
There are two drainpipes between NW 5th and 6th and the areas into which they drain are among the lowest on the beach.
Actions & Comments
I picked up debris and threw it away.
All Mile 293 Reports
Mile 293
Overall the beach looked pretty good for post king tides and fireworks.
Mary and Zio
Mile 293
For the day after a holiday weekend the beach was exceptionally clean.
Mary and Zio