Great time shelling new sandbars and Cayo Costa with the Murrell family. We stopped by a newly formed sandbar and found many treasures. Next it was off to Cayo Costa where Ann found some of her favorites. Then we traveled to a nearby island for...
I had the opportunity to do a brief talk today on seashells and their significance to the culture of Southwest Florida. It's fun to show my passion for seashells and life on the water. Hope you enjoy the video. Capt Brian...
The stormy weather managed to stay south of us on our shelling excursion to Cayo Costa. Gail and her crew have been out with me on many occasions. This trip was filled with great conversations and a nice variety of shells. This year Billie, Gails...
The weather was perfect for a day of shelling. We traveled to Cayo Costa then spent the afternoon at secret spot 17. The water was very clear and the kids had a blast.I look forward to our next adventure in August....
The Chicago sisters spent two mornings shelling the out islands. We left at first light on our first outing and enjoyed the solitude on the water and on the beach. The wind and tide were in our favor. On our second trip we went to...
This month was the 80th Annual Sanibel Shell Festival which is always held the first week in March. My entry this year was the growth series of the albino prickly cockle. No ribbon this year, but there is always next year and more shells to...
Kathy and I spent the day exploring the beaches and some new locations. We found a live cone shell, which was exciting for both of us. Neither one of us had seen this species live before. (no live shells were taken) I always look forward...
Great day of shelling with Kevin and Shaun. A beautiful gaudia nautica was found among many other gifts from the sea. The shell of the day was a shell I have not had the pleasure of seeing found in 2 decades of shelling ...
It was a great day of exploring with Margaret and Manny. They are always up for whatever comes there way. Manny has a contagious smile and loves being on the water. Margaret loves finding unique treasures on the beach. She has collected shells from many...
Kristin loves taking pictures of life on the flats. We spent 2 days exploring the shallow areas of Pine Island Sound. Kristin took many photos of live shells and the wildlife on the flats. I always learn something from Kristin on our trips. She has...