Mile 219 Report
North end of Agate Beach, Yaquina Head south
February 11, 2019
During the survey there were 8 total people and 1 dog recorded on the beach.
Report Details
During the survey there were 8 total people and 1 dog recorded on the beach. Wind speeds were averaging in the mid to high 20's and about half way through this survey we had the onset of rain showers. Large amounts of driftwood and trash seem to be washing up along this mile. No unusual animal sightings. 3 black oystercatchers were seen feeding along the shoreline. 6 gulls were consistently feeding on clusters of mussels and urchins during this survey. A handful of jellies were seen washed up on the beach, likely crystal jellies.
Conditions
Temperature: 47 F. Cloud Cover: Cloudy. Wind Velocity: Moderate. Wind Direction: SW. Tide Level: 3.0 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 8. Number of dogs: 1. Walking or running: 7. Other Activities: 1 individual walking to collect trash from the beach.
Vehicles
Notable Wildlife
No unusual or notable animal sightings. 3 black oystercatchers were seen feeding along the shoreline. 6 gulls were consistently feeding on clusters of mussels and urchins during this survey.
Dead Fish or Invertebrates
A handful of jellies were seen washed up on the beach, likely crystal jellies.
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.).
Natural Changes
There was evidence of natural erosion along the cliffs. Small rocks and boulders were scattered about their base.
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