Tides

We have been intrigued by the tide changes.  Approximately every 6 hours it has changed from a low point to a high point.

 St. Peter Port Harbor Marina wall by the street... at Low tide.

Same wall at High tide - a difference of 10 meters, or about 32 feet that day.

(We've seen pictures of high water being at the top of the wall)

Low tide view of the Marina entrance.  

It's interesting to watch the water flow in and out of this opening.

High tide view of the Marina entrance.

       The docks in the Marina are supported by large pillars that allow the 

docks to float up and down with the tide changes.

At High tide......

Looking toward the Marina entrance ...the docks at a lower tide.

A view of Low tide in another area; sea bottom is very rocky in most areas around the island.

                                                            High tide

Small boats moored on a cable or an anchor just rest on the sea bottom at low tide.

While we were taking pictures of low tide here, we saw people far out by the rocks, so Elder Dame walked down to see what they were doing;  they were digging for Ormers - also called Abalones.  He had nice conversation with several men.

Note:

With light factors being different at the times these comparison tide photos were taken, hope you're able to see why we have been fascinated with the tides :)