PHOTOS 'Last Low Tide' before Seahurst Park Beach undergoes restoration

Seahurst Park Beach will close for restoration on September 16, with an elder resident urging a visit to capture the last low tide. The -1. 6 tide showcased a rich ecosystem, where barnacles clicked and ospreys hunted. The restoration is expected to permanently alter the beach's shoreline, raising concerns about the loss of marine life and natural rocks from past constructions. Heavy equipment will potentially damage the fragile ecosystem during the restoration process.

Visitors are encouraged to explore the beach before the closure for a final glimpse of its complexity. Maureen Hoffmann, a contributor, captured the beach's beauty in photographs shared with the community. The last chance to experience the beach in its current state will not occur until late spring 2014. This restoration project highlights the ongoing tension between environmental recovery and ecological preservation.