Mile 309 Report
Austin Point, Hug Point SP, Arcadia Beach south
July 6, 2024
Lots of folks enjoying low tide on a Saturday morning, abundance of kelp debris in wrackline along with Moon Jellies.
Report Details
Lots of folks enjoying low tide on a Saturday morning, abundance of kelp debris in wrackline along with Moon Jellies. Sand deposition changing rapidly.
Conditions
Temperature: 58 F. Cloud Cover: Sunny. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Tide Level: -0.8 feet.
Human Activities
Walking or running: 8. Sitting: 19. Tidepooling: 7. Fishing: 1. fugitives from inland heat, enjoying a holiday weekend
Notable Wildlife
pair of Bald Eagles north of Hug Point
Dead Fish or Invertebrates
some Moon Jellies in wrack line, continuing absence of sea stars on inter-tidal rocks
Driftline Content
lots of kelp debris
Natural Changes
active changes in beach sand deposition
view south from Hug Point
Bald Eagles north of Hug Point
high sand level outside of Hug Point
morning ground fog off of Austin Point
Report Images
Steve Pinger
CoastWatcher
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