Lower Columbia River Ecosystem Monitoring Program Annual Report for Year 8 (October 1, 2011 to September 30, 2012)

This report describes Ecosystem Monitoring Project accomplishments during September 1, 2011 to December 31, 2012, or Year 8 of this on-going project. For a background on the project since its inception in 2003, please see previous years' annual reports.

St. Helens Marina Boat Ramp

A small two lane, privately owned boat ramp at the downstream end of St. Helens. There is room for quick loading and unloading and longer term parking across the street. Like most boat ramps, the site is busy during fishing season. Entry and exit to the Columbia River is through a tight, small channel so be careful and aware of motorized boat traffic. The boat ramp is direclty adjacent to the City of St. Helens owned Grey Cliffs Waterfront park which provides a grassy area overlooking the river, picnic tables, and beach access. Directly upstream of the St.