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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

Cars/trucks parking: 4. Cars/trucks on beach, allowed: 5.

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.

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