Mile 270 - Cape Lookout south face - June 14, 2008 | Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition

Report Details

All looked well - particularly with seemingly more numerous and healthier looking birds. No erosion noted. Rough conditions and more birds kept our kayaking farther off Cape Lookout.

Conditions

Temperature: 65 F. Cloud Cover: Sunny. Wind Velocity: Moderate. Wind Direction: N. Tide Level: 4.5 feet.

Human Activities

Other Activities: just two of us kayaking.

Notable Wildlife

I Just saw two sea lions. Numerous Murres nesting and on the water under the cliffs. Cormorants, Sea Gulls, and Brown Pelicans present in about the usual numbers that I've seen in the past.

Man-made Modifications

No changes noted

Natural Changes

No new erosion noted.

Actions & Comments

The Cape looked good. We kept farther off shore due to higher bird numbers on the water and on the cliff. So we did not get a close look at the tidal zone or the numerous caves, but all looked good with more and healthier looking birds. They looked plump and we saw some with small fingerling-sized fish in their beaks. I didn't see any seals, but wasn't in the usual position in and around the large cave off the point to see them.The conditions were rough with rebounding waves and confused seas on the North side, miles 271 and 272. This area looked good, as well. Well's Cove was unapproachable.