Mile 219 - North end of Agate Beach, Yaquina Head south - April 19, 2020

Report Details

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the park has been closed to all traffic (vehicle and non-vehicle). Despite this closure, there were 2 non-compliant walkers who were observed walking on paved roads through the park. With minimal human activity on the headland due to the park's closure, there has been a noticable increase in the number and variation of wildlife spotted at the park. Notable wildlife sightings include Harbor Seals, Bald Eagles, Brown Pelicans, Brandt's and Pelagic Cormaorants, Pigeon Guillemots, and Common Murres. Common Murres have begun to consistantly colonize on the rocks just off the coast of the headland.

Conditions

Temperature: 56 F. Cloud Cover: Sunny. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Wind Direction: SE. Tide Level: 5.4 feet.

Human Activities

Number of people: 2. Walking or running: 2.

Concerns

People/dogs/vehicles in closure areas

Apparent violations: There were 2 people walking through the park and observing the headland. Both were non-compliant walkers, who were informed of the park closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but chose to access the park anyway..

Beached Birds

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Stranded Marine Mammals

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Dead Fish or Invertebrates

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Driftline Content

Small rocks, Seaweeds and seagrass, Shells, Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt), Wood pieces, Land-based debris (picnics, etc.), Ocean-based debris (from fishing boats, ship trash, etc.). There was a high concentration of Kelp and Red Rock crab molts on the beach today.

New Development

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Man-made Modifications

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Natural Changes

Newly exposed roots/trees falling. N/A

Actions & Comments

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