This is an Earthcache. It does not have a container, but is intended to illustrate a depositional structure created by the sea. The coordinates bring you to a vantage point overlooking the location of a tombolo.
In order to log this cache as found, you must send answers to the questions to the cache owner. This is intended to be a learning experience, so don't be overly concerned about being 100% correct. Please do not post answers in your log.
According to Wikipedia, "A tombolo is a deposition landform in which an island is attached to the mainland by a narrow piece of land such as a spit or bar. Once attached, the island is then known as a tied island."
"True tombolos are formed by wave refraction. As waves near an island, they are slowed by the shallow water surrounding it. These waves then refract or bend around the island to the opposite side as they approach. The wave pattern created by this water movement causes a convergence of longshore drifting on the opposite side of the island. The beach sediments that are moving by lateral transport on the lee side of the island will accumulate there, conforming to the shape of the wave pattern. In other words, the waves sweep sediment together from both sides. Eventually, when enough sediment has built up, the beach shoreline, known as a spit, will connect with an island and form a tombolo.
1./ What offshore feature is a requirement for the formation of a tombolo?
2./ Estimate the length of the tombolo.
3./ Estimate the length of the tied island
4./ Do you think the size of an island and proximity to the shoreline effects the likelihood of a tombolo forming?
5./ Attach a photo to your log marking your visit to the location. (Not required, but appreciated. Thanks in advance.)