Mile 198 - Beachside State Park to Reynolds Creek - February 5, 2012

Report Details

Beautiful calm afternoon, large amounts of driftwood at high tide line- many larger logs including fir, maple and alder. Near S. end of 198 were moderate amounts of logs that had been chainsawed up into rounds, and piled- ? for removal. No tire tracks present, but beach houses nearby.10 lbs of small plastic pieces, bottles, other debris removed.60+ Sanderlings actively feeding at tideline.

Human Activities

Number of people: 4. Walking or running: 4. Huge amounts of driftwood at high tide line at south end of Mile 198, with moderate amounts chainsawed up and piled for removal. No tire tracks evident.

Concerns

Driftwood removal

Notable Wildlife

60+ sanderlings feeding a tideline edge.

Beached Birds

Total dead birds: 1. 1 decomposed carcass of dark plumaged bird, possible C. murre, unable to positively identify.

Driftline Content

Shells, Small rocks, Wood pieces.