Mile 219 Report
North end of Agate Beach, Yaquina Head south
November 21, 2015
This was a gorgeous sunny afternoon at Yaquina Lighthouse tidepool area.
Report Details
This was a gorgeous sunny afternoon at Yaquina Lighthouse tidepool area. Absent and no sign of recovery were sea stars; BLM guides mentioned apparent distress with urchins. Few birds and one seal sunning. Human activities were well within respect for the treasures. Beach driftline was high and no unusual debris noted.
Conditions
Temperature: 55 F. Cloud Cover: Sunny. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Wind Direction: SE. Tide Level: 1.6 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 57. Walking or running: 27. Photography: 6. Tidepooling: 18. At Yaquina Head Lighthouse, most people were enjoying the beautiful day observing the ocean, birds, water and tidepools.
Vehicles
Cars/trucks parking: 23.
Notable Wildlife
There were 2 sea stars, BLM guide mentioned urchins were beginning to show signs of distress.
Driftline Content
Small rocks, Seaweeds and seagrass, Shells, Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt), Wood pieces. Significant high tide mark of normal ocean debris
Actions & Comments
This was an entirely normal, beautiful afternoon at the lighthouse, there were a few birds, seals and engaging tidepools.
driscolke
CoastWatcher
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