Mile 205 - Driftwood Beach north, Collins Creek, Squaw Creek - March 2, 2008

Report Details

Beautiful morning on Mile 205. Blue sky and minimal wind. There have always been several oyster catchers on the rocks at the northern end of our mile and they were squawking busily today. There have been some gold seekers panning in Collins Creek as of late. It was in the late 1800's that gold was first observed there. Have questioned current gold seekers and they report that minor specks have been found, nothing of any value. The same creek attracts agate hunters year round.We've lived on a 30 foot bluff above our mile for ten years. For all the heavy storms and interesting finds on other beaches, we find there is minimal erosion on ours this year. And few if any injured/dead wildlife this winter.

Conditions

Temperature: 48 F. Cloud Cover: Sunny. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Wind Direction: NW.

Human Activities

Number of people: 5. Number of dogs: 3. Walking or running: 5.

Notable Wildlife

Have observed eagles on the beach the last several mornings, usually perched on a log where a small creek enters the tide.

Driftline Content

Ocean-based debris (from fishing boats, ship trash, etc.). one crab pot

New Development

Steps down bluff.