Mile 10 Report
Rainbow Island, Lone Ranch Beach, Boardman SP
October 19, 2012
Mile 10 was relatively clear of human debris.
Report Details
Mile 10 was relatively clear of human debris. There were several unleashed dogs some of which were chasing gulls. All in all it was a pleasant day from a weather standpoint, probably the last we'll have for a while.
Conditions
Temperature: 57 F. Cloud Cover: Cloudy. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Wind Direction: SE. Tide Level: 2.8 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 23. Number of dogs: 9. Walking or running: 21. Photography: 2. Unleashed dogs a concern.
Concerns
Driftwood removal
Apparent violations: Unleashed dogs.Disturbances: Shorebirds moving in response to humans/dogs
Vehicles
Notable Wildlife
No mammals observed. Observed pelicans in flight, western gulls on the beach.
Beached Birds
Total dead birds: 14. This survey was combined with that of COASST.13 Common Murres and one Pigeon Guillemot identified and logged.
Driftline Content
Seaweeds and seagrass, Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt), Shells, Small rocks, Styrofoam, Wood pieces.
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