Black current (Kuroshio) carries marine debris originated in the east coast of Asian countries to the coasts of the Pacific Northwest.
Aerial photo image of Colombia River estuary region.

The level of bacillus coli, E-coli are increased in local beaches after the heavy rain because overflowing water once filled sewer lines, septic tanks, cow and pig manure pits carry these bacteria to the beaches.

Sand Dollars found at the beach of Ocean Shores. Sand dollars are also called sea cookies, snapper biscuits, sand cake and penny shells.
Eco-friendly Sand dollars are Roombas in the sea keeping the ocean floor clean.

While we are doing marine debris research, we see many animals at Ocean Shores.

A 4 1/2 foot shark carcass found at Ocean Shores. (from our research photo library)

Bear Frequenting Area VS Marine Debris Research
This is a path to the beach across Steamboat Creak in Forks, WA.

Ocean Shores