Mile 101 Report
Face Rock, Bandon Beach, Coquille Point
October 28, 2016
The only noticeable difference was that a lot of the areas that had exposed intertidal areas last summer were covered up by sand.
Report Details
The only noticeable difference was that a lot of the areas that had exposed intertidal areas last summer were covered up by sand.
Conditions
Temperature: 64 F. Cloud Cover: Sunny. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Wind Direction: SW. Tide Level: 6.0 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 24. Number of dogs: 7. Walking or running: 24. All people were just beach strolling.
Concerns
Apparent violations: Harbor Seal harassment.
Disturbances: Shorebirds moving in response to humans/dogs, Disturbance/harassment of marine mammals
Vehicles
Cars/trucks parking: 12.
Notable Wildlife
Western Gull adults/juveniles. Dozen Harbor Seals.
Driftline Content
Wood pieces. Lots of drift, all sizes.
Report Images
Mike Mueller
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