Mile 314 Report
March 4, 2020
I began at the far north (Chapman Beach).
Report Details
I began at the far north (Chapman Beach). Almost entirely deserted (photo attached). Like a sand-packed moonscape. Understandable why some people like to come here to get away from it all, at least for an hour or two. Going south, Ecola creek was unpassable due to heavy runoff, so it was necessary to go the long way around (sigh). Light activity near 2nd Street, though later in the season this will clearly be a major chokepoint for human traffic, based on my past few year's experience. Further south to Gower, little to no sign of disturbance, light traffic. A pleasant, if chilly, walk.
Conditions
Temperature: 45 F. Cloud Cover: Partly Cloudy. Wind Velocity: Calm/Light. Wind Direction: E. Tide Level: 2.0 feet.
Human Activities
Number of people: 48. Number of dogs: 8. Walking or running: 30. Playing in surf: 8. Tidepooling: 10. No vehicles observed on the beach
Notable Wildlife
Large congregation of adult gulls near Ecola Creek.
Beached Birds
Total dead birds: 4. All appeared to be adult gulls.
Driftline Content
Small rocks, Wood pieces. On Chapman Beach, one large (the size of a small compact car) driftwood piece on the sand (photo attached) Multiple driftwood pieces at the bluff line by 2nd Street. Very little the rest of the mile
Man-made Modifications
No sign of new development (whew!)
Report Images
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Visitors out at low tide, walking on the beach and in the surf, and harvesting mussels and clams.
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Beautiful day at the beach, with a surprising number of people and dogs for a Wednesday.
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A beautiful day on the beach, Chapman point and Ecola Creek continue to be popular spots for visitors and walkers.
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A beautiful walk on the beach during a negative tide revealed lots of visitors on the beach.
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