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Overall light human activity with 21 people and two dogs. We did not notice any unusual levels of trash or debris, but did pick up about a bag's worth. We found nine dead Common murres, possibly connected to a recent wreck on the Pacific Northwest coast. We spotted a few seals out in the water and some gulls on the beach, but nothing unusual.

Conditions

Temperature: 65 F. Cloud Cover: Cloudy. Wind Velocity: Moderate. Wind Direction: SW. Tide Level: 7.7 feet.

Human Activities

Number of people: 21. Number of dogs: 2. Walking or running: 15. Playing in sand: 3. Sitting: 3. Light human activity. Most were out walking. A family was playing in the sand.

Notable Wildlife

Saw seals in water, seagulls in water and on beach

Beached Birds

Found nine dead Common murres on beach: four adults, five juveniles. Possibly due to current wreck.

Dead Fish or Invertebrates

sea jelly

Driftline Content

Seaweeds and seagrass, Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt), Marine debris (plastic, styrofoam, etc. washing in from the sea), Shells, Small rocks, Styrofoam, Wood pieces. Toothbrush, clothing

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