Mile 97 - Bandon SP, between Twomile Cr and Bradley Lake - January 14, 2008

Report Details

Storm surges and unusually high tides have eaten away the vegetated dune along my mile, as well as south and north of it. In addition, logs continue to accumulate -- even in the dune areas. The Snowy Plover Habitat Restoration area has also been encroached upon by tidal action, particularly at the north end. There is litter from the sea, as usual, but much of it is in the storm tide line.(Incidentally, China Creek at the beach access has changed position. It no longer meanders north but takes an almost straight line out to sea. In addition, there are high sand walls along the streambed below the parking area, indicated a lot of water came through there.) Shells, small rocks, ocean-based debris, Styrofoam and several beached jellies in the driftline. Sanderlings foraging at surfline. Gulls and crow on beach. Driftwood removal by chainsaw observed slightly north of the HRA. One dead bird, possibly a Western Grebe. Low human impact (0).

Conditions

Temperature: 50 F. Cloud Cover: Partly Cloudy. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Wind Direction: SE. Tide Level: 4.0 feet.

Concerns

Driftwood removal

Apparent violations: Chainsaw activity obvious slightly north of h.r.a..

Notable Wildlife

Sanderling flocks feeding in tideline; gulls hanging out; crow watching from top of log.

Beached Birds

Total dead birds: 1. Not much left of this seabird except a long neck and funny feet--maybe a Grebe.

Dead Fish or Invertebrates

A couple of jellies (clear and clumpy).

Driftline Content

Ocean-based debris (from fishing boats, ship trash, etc.), Shells, Small rocks, Styrofoam.

Natural Changes

Evidence of wave overtopping, Visible retreat of solid bluff.

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