Mile 232 - Boiler Bay Wayside, Picnic Area, Government Point - February 3, 2021

Report Details

2 people fishing beyond the barrier and 1 person feeding the seagulls bread. The grassy area in front of the barrier (full length) showing severe signs of erosion from natural causes and from people walking. A multitude of mole-type hills is scattered across this area. Over a dozen adult and juvenile seagulls resting on the rocks and 3 Gray whales surfacing about 5 miles out.

Conditions

Temperature: 49 F. Cloud Cover: Cloudy. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Wind Direction: W. Tide Level: 2.0 feet.

Human Activities

Number of people: 13. Number of dogs: 2. Walking or running: 2. Photography: 1. Fishing: 2. Other Activities: 3 people flying a drone over the water.. People were watching the water in groups and alone.

Concerns

People/dogs/vehicles in closure areas

Apparent violations: 2 people fishing beyond the barrier and 1 person feeding the seagulls bread..

Vehicles

Cars/trucks parking: 12. RVs/Buses parking: 1.

Notable Wildlife

Over a dozen adult and juvenile seagulls resting on the rocks and 3 Gray whales surfacing about 5 miles out.

Driftline Content

Wood pieces.

Natural Changes

Grassy area infront of the barrier (full length) showing severe signs of erosion from natural causes and from people walking. A multitude of mole-type hills scattered across the grass.