The National Seashore undergoes ongoing changes due to the forces of nature. Hard to believe, but this area was once densely forested. Settlers stripped the land of trees to create shelter and heat in winter.
The parks service has been struggling to save the land for years. From the looks of it, they’re not winning the fight. One more thing: if you look closely at the waters behind the kids, you can see seals riding the surf near the beach.