Mile 23 Report
Pistol River SP north, south of Myers Creek
April 13, 2012
The season's storms have changed things.
Report Details
The season's storms have changed things. Large amounts of driftwood lodged on the N. side of Henry's Rock (at the southmost point of mile 23)have disappeared. Huge quantities of wood now line the beach 3/4 way to Myers Creek. Minor amount of trash except for large tub.
Conditions
Temperature: 50 F. Cloud Cover: Cloudy. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Wind Direction: NW. Tide Level: 0.4 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 1. Number of dogs: 2. Walking or running: 1.
Concerns
Apparent violations: none.
Vehicles
Cars/trucks parking: 1.
Notable Wildlife
A few gulls S of Myers Crk; a flock of gulls at the mouth of the creek. Two geese.
Dead Fish or Invertebrates
None
Driftline Content
Shells, Wood pieces.
Man-made Modifications
none
Natural Changes
Erosion of vegetated foredune, Landslides/major boulder falls. Small slide on 101 shoulder, no hazard
Actions & Comments
None necessary
Report Images
Bob Harvey
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Parked here to walk Mile 22.
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