Ecological Notes:
- As noted previously, there was a drop in all animals and birds during/after the storm surge, but they are starting to return
- No elephant seals have returned yet …. checking past blogs, this is not uncommon, but was still hoping there would be some here before I leave!
Visitors:
- 1
Facility Work:
- In addition to weekly battery electrolyte top ups, cleaned the tops of the batteries and did an extra mop up of the floor
- After an initial clean out, debris is starting to fill the boat ramp area again
- Sticking as close to the proper times as possible, daily salinity and temperature readings adjusted to get safely out onto the jetty
DND events:
- One blast Monday morning
Noted Vessel Traffic:
- none
Noted Infractions:
- none
Feature Event:
- As there are ongoing concerns about the battery readings, I’ve gone to a hybrid running pattern……. leaving the system on “Auto” to avoid shutoffs from sudden low voltage readings, but shutting off and switching to “Manual” when the batteries reach 100% to avoid extending float charges (sometimes as long as 4-5 hours extra.)
- Consulting with technicians on further adjustments and battery corrections
Weather Events:
- Monday, December 16:
- Sky:Bright overcast with small clear spots
- Wind: N 20-25kts, dropping in the afternoon
- Sea: rippled, wind against tide chop north of reserve
- Temperature Low 12oC, High 18oC
- Sky:Bright overcast with small clear spots
- Tuesday, December 17:
- Sky: Foggy until mid-afternoon, clear and sunny to overcast
- Wind: W/WSW 16-37 kts
- Sea: light chop turning to high waves by evening
- Temperature Low 12oC, High 20oC
- Wednesday, December 18:
- Sky: Foggy until mid-afternoon, clear and sunny to overcast
- Wind: W/WSW 16-37 kts
- Sea: light chop turning to high waves by evening
- Temperature Low 12oC, High 20oC
** All wildlife photos taken at the furthest distance possible, and may be cropped to improve detail! **
Weather – Current:
http://www.victoriaweather.ca/current.php?id=72
Weather – Past: