Mile 217 Report
Newport, Nye Beach north, Agate Beach south
October 25, 2024
I walked Miles 217 and 218, but photos are from Mile 217.
Report Details
I walked Miles 217 and 218, but photos are from Mile 217. Sunny day, people enjoying the beach. Observed brown pelicans foraging near the shore and saw one western snowy plover. Graffiti observed - see photo.
Conditions
Temperature: 68 F. Cloud Cover: Sunny. Wind Velocity: Moderate. Tide Level: 5 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 54. Number of dogs: 15. Surfing: 13.
Notable Wildlife
Brown pelicans fishing close to shore - about 12, one western snowy plover
Beached Birds
Total dead birds: 1. Gull
Driftline Content
Seaweeds and seagrass. Bull kelp and sea grass
Plastic or sea grass?
Graffiti on bluff
Pile of bull kelp 4
Report Images
CoastWatch Programs Manager
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