Mile 46 - Rocky Point, Betz Creek, north of Coal Point - February 11, 2013

Report Details

Nice warm day out at Rocky Point/Retz Creek! We were greeted by a couple of Killdeer who were present, active, a little skittish, and fun to observe! On our way down the beach, one of our volunteers, Janet London, found a stranded "dock" looking structure. Hard to say what it was, but it had obviously been in the water a long time and contains species of "barnacles" and "mussels" (if our assumptions are correct) that appear to be non-native. We took samples and have them frozen at the POORT offices in Port Orford. We contacted the proper authorities upon our return. Japanese Tsunami Marine debris? Stay tuned and we will find out!

Conditions

Temperature: 50 F. Cloud Cover: Sunny. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Wind Direction: N. Tide Level: 5.0 feet.

Human Activities

Number of people: 2. Number of dogs: 1. Walking or running: 1. Sitting: 1. Absolutely beautiful day Dog was chasing Killdeer and other birds on the beach.

Concerns

Apparent violations: none.

Disturbances: Shorebirds moving in response to humans/dogs

Vehicles

Cars/trucks parking: 1.

Notable Wildlife

Killdeer!!!

Driftline Content

Seaweeds and seagrass, Ocean-based debris (from fishing boats, ship trash, etc.), Marine debris (plastic, styrofoam, etc. washing in from the sea), Shells, Small rocks, Styrofoam, Wood pieces. We also found what appears to be the frame work of a "dock". Reported to the proper athorities and took samples of species.