Mile 90 - west of New River, New Lake - January 17, 2009 | Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition

Report Details

Paddled back S from mile 89 and entered beach at S end of New River Snowy Plover Habitat Restoration Area. Walked N and S from this point. Inspected beach campsite for human impact. Saw Tundra Swans flying over - 56 in two groups. Saw large groups of Western Sandpipers feeding along river adjacent to beach. Also large flocks of American Coots. Didn't see any Sanderlings, and only a few gulls. Light driftline of a few shells, animal casings, algae, wood pieces and debris. Low human impact (0).

Conditions

Temperature: 60 F. Cloud Cover: Sunny. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Wind Direction: NW. Tide Level: 3.2 feet.

Notable Wildlife

Western Sandpipers, Tundra Swans

Driftline Content

Seaweeds and seagrass, Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt), Ocean-based debris (from fishing boats, ship trash, etc.), Shells, Wood pieces.

Actions & Comments

relatively clean beach.