Mile 335 Report
March 10, 2016
Survey taken after a big storm.
Report Details
Survey taken after a big storm. Enormous amounts of plastics and debris, more than I've even seen before. Too much to pick it all up. I concentrated on macro-plastics, bottles, and fishing gear; 2 bags full. Surprised NOT to see any dead birds or other species on beach. A couple items with barnacles on them- I believe native. Peter Iredale (Fort Stevens State Park) entrance blocked by driftwood. High water throughout entrance roads.
Conditions
Temperature: 52 F. Cloud Cover: Cloudy. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Tide Level: 0.0 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 9. Number of dogs: 4. Walking or running: 9.
Concerns
Litter
Vehicles
Notable Wildlife
Shorebirds
Driftline Content
Small rocks, Seaweeds and seagrass, Shells, Animal casings (e.g., crab, shrimp molt), Wood pieces, Land-based debris (picnics, etc.), Marine debris (plastic, styrofoam, etc. washing in from the sea), Styrofoam, Ocean-based debris (from fishing boats, ship trash, etc.). Lots of plastics mirco/macro, bottles, tooth brushes, lighters, thong shoes. Various nets and ropes.
Natural Changes
Newly exposed roots/trees falling, Erosion of vegetated foredune, Visible retreat of solid bluff.