Mile 293 Report
August 12, 2019
More trash than our last few walks.
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More trash than our last few walks...possibly due to the kite festival last week. Lots of twine from bundled beach firewood, some fireworks remains, lots of plastic and leftovers from s’more party’s. A long dead skate and seagull. 10 or so brown pelicans gliding over the waves, and numerous seagulls on the dry sand.
Conditions
Temperature: 62 F. Tide Level: 5.2 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 60. Number of dogs: 5. Walking or running: 45. Playing in surf: 4. Playing in sand: 6. Sitting: 5. Pretty typical activity on the beach
Concerns
Disturbances: Shorebirds moving in response to humans/dogs
Vehicles
Notable Wildlife
8-10 pelicans, 25-30 seagulls
Beached Birds
Total dead birds: 1. Seagull
Dead Fish or Invertebrates
One dead skate
Driftline Content
Small rocks, Shells, Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt), Land-based debris (picnics, etc.), Ocean-based debris (from fishing boats, ship trash, etc.).
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