Mile 215 Report
Yaquina Bay SP, North Jetty Yaquina River
April 11, 2025
Thousands (or more) velella velella in the wrack line and all over the beach.
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Thousands (or more) velella velella in the wrack line and all over the beach. VV's are also called by-the-wind-sailors, a free floating hydrozoan. Lots of wind today and just a few people.
Conditions
Temperature: 56 F. Cloud Cover: Partly Cloudy. Wind Velocity: Moderate. Tide Level: 3.75 feet.
Activities
Other Activities: none.
Concerns
Apparent violations: none.
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Marney Roddick
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Wish to thank Sascha and Emily for the comments and photos, and for hanging out on Mile 215 for a few hours.
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