Mile 106 - Bullards Beach, west of Fahys Lake - May 18, 2014

Report Details

This stretch of beach was quiet as always. I saw no animals or birds along this mile today. The beach has built up considerably with sand. Quite a bit more garbage than last month.

Conditions

Temperature: 50 F. Cloud Cover: Sunny. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Wind Direction: SW. Tide Level: 0.0 feet.

Human Activities

Number of people: 2. Number of dogs: 1. Two people with a dog driving in pickup truck stopping to look for rocks. Driving is permitted on this stretch of beach.

Concerns

Litter

Driftline Content

Seaweeds and seagrass, Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt), Ocean-based debris (from fishing boats, ship trash, etc.), Marine debris (plastic, styrofoam, etc. washing in from the sea), Shells, Small rocks, Styrofoam, Wood pieces.

Actions & Comments

There was a good deal more garbage since last report. Mostly plastic water bottles, pieces of foam and of styrofoam. I picked up what I was able to carry.