Mile 119 Report
Shore Acres SP, Simpson Cove
May 4, 2009
Intense spring gale with heavy rain on this day.
Report Details
Intense spring gale with heavy rain on this day. I did not observe any wildlife in the water. A collection of Pelagic Cormorants were taking refuge from the weather on the lee side of shoreline cliffs. Sea foam pile up at a few different locations. Wood and ocean-based debris in driftline. Moderate human impact (12)-9 walking and 3 sitting.
Conditions
Temperature: 55 F. Cloud Cover: Rain. Wind Velocity: Storm. Wind Direction: SW. Tide Level: 2.0 feet.
Human Activities
Walking or running: 9. Sitting: 3.
Vehicles
Cars/trucks parking: 5.
Notable Wildlife
15 black birds (Pelagic Cormorants) clinging to lee side cliff during heavy wind and rain (see photo).
Driftline Content
Ocean-based debris (from fishing boats, ship trash, etc.), Wood pieces. Some debris above high tide line in cove.
Report Images
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