Mile 198 Report
Beachside State Park to Reynolds Creek
April 10, 2016
52' cloudy morning, light NW wind.
Report Details
52' cloudy morning, light NW wind. 9 people, 3 dogs walking. Beachside campground mostly full. Moderate amounts decomposed Velella velella, small mole crab parts, pebbles, and shells (mostly razor clams). 10 lbs. plastic, rope, fishing line removed from our mile. 1 Western gull, decomposed, carcass at driftline. 30+ Western gulls at Big Creek outlet.
Conditions
Temperature: 52 F. Cloud Cover: Cloudy. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Wind Direction: NW. Tide Level: 1.5 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 9. Number of dogs: 3. Walking or running: 9. Beachside campground 3/4 full.
Vehicles
Cars/trucks parking: 3.
Notable Wildlife
Some Western gulls
Beached Birds
Total dead birds: 1. Decomposed but identifiable Western gull above driftline
Dead Fish or Invertebrates
Unusual concentration. Along the driftline, moderate amounts of decomposed Velella velella, moderate amounts of small mole crab parts.
Driftline Content
Small rocks, Shells, Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt).
Actions & Comments
No changes noted.
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