Mile 100 Report
Johnson Creek, Bandon Beach
March 23, 2021
Lots of people on the beach due to spring break.
Report Details
Lots of people on the beach due to spring break....kites were flying and dogs playing. Several sand castles noted on the beach. Once the wind kicked up, everyone left. Nice to see folks horseback riding again. Just a few shorebirds feeding at the driftline.
Conditions
Temperature: 51 F. Wind Velocity: Moderate. Wind Direction: NW. Tide Level: 1.5 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 59. Number of dogs: 5. Walking or running: 30. Playing in sand: 17. Other Activities: 12 folks horseback riding.
Driftline Content
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.). an unusual amount of rope
Natural Changes
Erosion of vegetated foredune.
Cynthia and Kevin
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