I mistook this washed up signal flag for a large sea star (might be jetsam?)
Gullies have been forming at low tides along Doran Beach, where shore birds feast on crabs and clams made vulnerable by the shallow backwash. I was surprised to find sea stars in the sand, their bright red bodies reflecting the morning light like stop signs. Drawn to a particularly bright patch, I was startled to discover a diver’s signal flag, especially before the abalone season officially opens.
A lovely nautical signal flag to add to the collection
Ochre Sea Star (Pilaster ochraceus)
Bat Star (Patiria miniata)
A Red Crab (Cancer productus) as yet undiscovered by birds
I love Doran’s unique drainage patterns
Pop Pop/Ted | 19-Mar-10 at 11:49 am | Permalink
Fabulous beach photos! Where will you display the flag? It would have looked great on BELLE 76!!
Scott Constable | 21-Mar-10 at 8:03 pm | Permalink
I will probably keep the flag in my truck and use it when I’m hauling long things.
Gratia | 12-Sep-11 at 9:47 am | Permalink
Hi there would you mind sharing which blog platform you’re working with? I’m looking to start my own blog soon but I’m having a difficult time making a decision between BlogEngine/Wordpress/B2evolution and Drupal. The reason I ask is because your design and style seems different then most blogs and I’m looking for something unique. P.S Apologies for getting off-topic but I had to ask!
Scott Constable | 12-Sep-11 at 10:02 am | Permalink
I use Wordpress, but designed my own ‘landing page’ and hired an engineer to build the template, so it has a slightly different layout than the off-the-shelf options. Otherwise, I’ve been very happy with Wordpress and recommend it. Good luck!
Larry Agoff | 15-Sep-11 at 1:16 am | Permalink
Woah! I’m really loving the template/theme of this blog. It’s simple, yet effective. A lot of times it’s very hard to get that “perfect balance” between usability and appearance. I must say that you’ve done a superb job with this. Also, the blog loads very quick for me on Chrome. Exceptional Blog!
Scott Constable | 15-Sep-11 at 8:45 am | Permalink
Thanks so much, Larry! I really appreciate the kind words. Please keep in touch! Scott