Mile 3 Report
Harbor Beach south of Chetco River, north of Red Point
April 20, 2024
People walking some with dogs, some people sitting enjoying the beach.
Report Details
People walking some with dogs, some people sitting enjoying the beach. 30 Brown pelicans flying north over surf. Slightly more crab casings than previously noted, many intact.
Conditions
Temperature: 67 F. Cloud Cover: Cloudy. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Tide Level: 2.7 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 15. Number of dogs: 6. Walking or running: 13. Sitting: 2. Kayaking: 2. People walking, some with dogs, some sitting and enjoying the beach.
Concerns
Fire, Litter
Notable Wildlife
30 Brown pelicans flying north over surf. Slightly more crab casings than noted previously.
Driftline Content
Small rocks, Seaweeds and seagrass, Shells, Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt), Wood pieces, Marine debris (plastic, styrofoam, etc. washing in from the sea), Ocean-based debris (from fishing boats, ship trash, etc.). Slightly more crab casings than previously noted, many intact.
Natural Changes
Changes in sand deposition and erosion.
Report Images
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