Mile 5 Report
Chetco Point, Macklyn Cove, Mill Beach, Zwagg Island
December 18, 2008
Rather benign visit, given the storms of late with high wave action.
Report Details
Rather benign visit, given the storms of late with high wave action. No significant changes since last report
Conditions
Temperature: 44 F. Cloud Cover: Rain. Wind Velocity: Moderate. Wind Direction: SW. Tide Level: 2.5 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 2. Number of dogs: 1. Walking or running: 2. my walking partner and I were the only people on the beach; the dog was mine
Notable Wildlife
two flocks of pelicans, apparently fishing; usual seagulls; one hawk
Driftline Content
Seaweeds and seagrass, Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt), Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt), Shells, Small rocks, Wood pieces.
New Development
Drainage pipes.
Natural Changes
Erosion of vegetated foredune.
Berner
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