Mile 248 Report
Cascade Head south, Salmon River
March 19, 2010
Kayaking at Cascade Head on a beautiful spring day.
Report Details
Kayaking at Cascade Head on a beautiful spring day.
Conditions
Temperature: 60 F. Cloud Cover: Sunny. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Wind Direction: E. Tide Level: 0.0 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 4. Fishing: 4. Two powerboats near the mouth of the Salmon River.
Vehicles
Cars/trucks parking: 5.
Notable Wildlife
Two immature bald eagles, western gulls, Brandt's cormorants, western grebe, black oystercatchers, loon sp., harbor seals, and 3 swimming sea lions.
Dr Kayak
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