The Pacific Coastal Atlas

From mountain rainfall to the open ocean: seven places to explore, seven connections worth understanding.

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Where water begins

Upland catchment

Rain reaches mountains and hills, moves through soils and vegetation, and eventually enters streams and coastal waters. Land cover, storms and activity can influence what travels downstream.

Question to explore

What are the main watersheds feeding the coast you know?

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