Articles

Beachcombing Destination: Okinawa

One of the greatest discoveries for beachcomber Tony Duncan has been finding the wide variety of shells unique to Okinawa.

Hermit Crabs

Many creatures show ingenuity and creativity in their natural habitats, but none are as creative as hermit crabs.

Is your beach a secret?

Do you share the location of your favorite beachcombing spots? See what fellow beachcombers say in the results of our survey.

How to Decorate with Your Beach Finds

Great ideas for using your beachcombing treasures in your home décor year round.

Florida Seashells from the collection of Jaime Sawczyn

Jaime shares some of her extensive collection of Florida seashells and the art she makes from them.

2021 Mermaid Tears Seaglass Festival Photo Contest Winners

Winners of the Photo Contest for the 12th Annual Mermaid Tears Seaglass Festival in Souris, Prince Edward Island, Canada.

The True Story of Frozen Charlotte Dolls

Beachcombers commonly refer to antique porcelain dolls as “Frozen Charlottes” but they were never actually called that.

The Many Names of Clypeasteroida

Sand dollars, sea cookies, pansy shells, or cake urchins: these sea urchins have many names and are a cherished beachcombing find.

Beachcombing Finds from Hawaii from the Collection of Heather Ganis

Meet Heather Ganis, who collects sea glass, seashells, and more on the beaches of Maui, Hawaii.

Great Lakes Glowers

Fluorescent sodalite and beach glass from adventures around the Great Lakes.

Fun Holiday Beach Craft and Décor Ideas

From a forest of beach-inspired trees to coastal accessories to a sleigh-load of ornaments, our readers have great ways to add holiday flair.

Beach-Found Beads from the collection of Mary T. McCarthy

Catch a look at Mary McCarthy's collection of beach-found beads.

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Fun!

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Cool Tool

This is a great tool to dig in the sand and piles of stones. It’s sharp so it can penetrate even hard packed sand. I do feel a little like Wolverine when I’m using it. LOL