Light rain and drizzle with heavy marine layer, decreased visibility with low ceiling and white out conditions in the morning. 56 degrees, massive runoff erosion with fresh cut scarp near storm drains along Westward. Logs and debris scattered in tide line with 4-6 ft waves, sandy murky water with yellow brown seafoam. Late afternoon sun … Continue reading Heavy Marine Layer and Light Rain: Two Gray Whales
No gray whales observed with alternating viewing conditions. Rain and drizzle 🌧️ on and off with low marine layer/fog 49-52 degrees. Mud and debris accumulated on access road into and out of the parking lot. Beach erosion continues along coast with storm surges and ongoing run off from the atmospheric river of rain. A pelican … Continue reading Rain, Run off and Seagull Rescue at Point Dume
0 North Bound 0 South Bound 3.75 hrs The parking lot is open to Point Dume State Beach! The self pay stations are finicky only accepting correct cash- no change. No gray whales observed today with rough choppy seas and gusty 25 mph winds. The beach erosion from recent winter storms is drastic. Huge portions … Continue reading Parking Lot is OPEN! No Gray Whales
15 North Bound 0 South Bound 7.5 hrs Flat calm ocean with sparkles in sun line, wind 5-7mph, the horizon so sharp and clear the letters can be read on the cargo ships miles away. One Harbor Seal in surf today with a white identification patch, a site not seen everyday. The typical 12-15 coastal … Continue reading 15 Gray Whales, One Harbor Seal and “Belt of Venus” after Sunset
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