Exciting Sea Glass Hunting On Cape Breton! Beautiful Beachcombing Treasures & Sea Glass History!

Another terrific day for hunting sea glass on my favorite beach. Plenty of exciting finds, beautiful colors & original glass examples in hopes to further enhance the beachcombing experience for all my friends from across the globe.
I appreciate & value your time. While this adventure runs long at 36 minutes I did my all to include only the best parts. The early edit was at the 86 minute mark and I felt the video was good enough to leave at this length. It wasn't easy taking so much out however I can't imagine anyone having that much time to spend without joining me in person!
Thanks everyone for your positive support & love, it means so much to me when I connect with kind hearted people from across the globe.
Please subscribe to my channel so you won’t miss any of my Beachcombing adventures & educational videos! (It only takes a moment, is free & lets me know I'm on the right track which fills my heart with joy!)
~Where else to find me!💫
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Thanks everyone for your positive support & love! 🧡 It brings me so much joy to connect with kind hearted people from across the globe. Feel free to leave a comment or question & I'll be happy to reply!
Fun Facts about me:
~ I’ve never owned a vehicle (Or Drivers license)
~ Smartphone either
~In 2008 I sold my home in Calgary Alberta & moved over 5000 kilometers to a place I’d never been after deciding life was too short & have been making things up ever since, living free and on my own terms connected to nature. (I'd never seen or heard of sea glass before moving to a road which turns to dirt, then falls into the sea, however its discovery was inevitable as its everywhere!)
~ My first 2 summers on Cape Breton were spent working on a farm, living in a tent next to a cornfield. We had to walk a kilometre to the farmhouse & back everyday for water, showering when it rains or the closest body of water (side note, I learned quickly soap won’t lather with saltwater!).🙃
Those experiences further enhanced my appreciation for life’s simplicities & the importance of living on ones own terms…1000 generations have led to these moments (Long days spent on my knees harvesting are probably why I’m such a good picker!)
~ I'm probably listening to the year"1993" (The music of my youth) although the years which surround it are awesome as well!
~ I’ve never had a resume
~ I'm Left handed (Teaching myself music everything was upside-down!)
~ I spend under $100 on clothing a year. ( Which you might of noticed)
~ I spend $0.00 on takeout food a year however do appreciate the tastes of each and every restaurant chain.
~ Everyday I walk my doggies (off leash by the sea or through the woods) a minimum of 10kms a day. Since moving to Cape Breton we’ve walked the equivalent of earths circumference together without leaving the island! 🌎
~ My 120 year old (one bedroom) home doesn’t have a dryer, or bathtub, or foundation. During the coldest winter chill I’ve gone weeks without running water. It’s “cottage living” year round. A small brook runs behind my home, it’s an ancient game trail once used by indigenous people and despite urbanization any animal imaginable can follow the stream past my window to my amazement…growing up in Montreal the largest undomesticated animal I’d ever encountered was a squirrel.
~ As a youth I wanted to be John Lennon & his words & message have always spoke dearly to me heart.
~ That being said, I live my life like a Beatles song & do my best to “Radiate Everything I Am” without fear & be the change I want to see In the world .
~ Born & raised Anglophone in Montreal, I speak French as well & learned enough Spanish, Croatian & Arabic to get myself into conversations which are over my head but good fun!
~ I don’t eat meat with the exception of when kind neighbors leave a food basket on my front step, then I won’t waste it.
~ In person my excitement level is greatly amplified, no matter the activity.
~ Mostly, If you think I’m passionate about sea glass, you should see me with my children & the special relationship we have. They are my destiny & life’s greatest gift!
~ If you've made it this far theirs's one more thing I wanted you to know however its not easy for me to say:
Every moment I struggle with the Symptoms of Asperger's Syndrome, which might help with understanding why I'm so passionate, have a great memory, a terrible grip & live the life of a sea hermit, safe for my children. (Also always have music on as it helps keep me "out" of my head).
I've such a deep rooted connection to the world around me. Each and every one of you mean so very much to me, I cant thank you enough for your love and positive support!
The world is a better place when we're able to treat a stranger like an old friend and make them feel good about themselves!
Oceans of love all!
Mikee

[@lexushuard1787]

Your commentary is absolutely brilliant! My boyfriend and I just started collecting seaglass. We love your videos! We have learned so much and it makes our seaglass hunts even more fun as we try to figure out where the pieces come from. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge !

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

How nice of you to say Lexus! 🌅 Thank you so much for your kind words! 🙏 It brings me so much joy to connect with kind hearted people who share a love for Beachcombing treasures & means the world to me knowing the knowledge I share is enhancing the experience for you! 🌅 Happy hunting to you both! Sending sunshine and hugs your way! ☀️

[@daisymay4183]

Now that's a great sea glass day all those colors. What a day, beautiful weather. You are truly blessed. Thanks for taking us along with you, we all love and support you. Always enjoy you educating us.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi there Daisy May! 🧡 How nice of you to say! 🌅 It’s an absolute pleasure to share my adventures with you and the love I receive fills my heart with joy! 💫 Thank you for being so awesome to me! 🌅🙏🧡

[@nolagranolabar]

Another great video with cool finds! Thank you for sharing your love of sea glass with us. I find your videos to be so relaxing, exciting and educational all at once! Keep up the good work and lots of love and luck with each new adventure! Nola from Oregon. 🌊💙😁

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks so much for your kind words of encouragement Nola! 🧡 It brings me so much joy knowing these adventures bring you such a wide spectrum of emotions (the same emotions I feel while on the shorelines!) 💫 I’m so excited for my next opportunity to beachcomb and share with you!🌅 Hugs to you my friend in Oregon! 🧡

[@lisabarber7182]

I am so glad I found your site, I love going on beach hunts with you and all of the knowledge you share with us. After watching your video the other day I found my first gray piece!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m so excited to hear of your first gray piece Lisa! 🌅 When theirs one, theirs probably more! As so much gray glass originates from T.V. Screens and batter jars, which both possess quite a bit of glass.💯 I’m so glad you enjoy my videos and appreciate your friendship and support!🙏 Happy hunting and hugs Lisa! 🧡

[@minervareyes5349]

Nice finds, love see glass and the passion you have to look for them and thanks for the information.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m so glad you enjoyed this video adventure and the knowledge shared! 🌅 Thanks for your positive words of encouragement Minerva! 🧡

[@paulazanter-stout9981]

That purple at 20:20 would make a perfect pendant with that teardrop shape

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

My thoughts exactly Paula! I’ve already set it aside in hope we have a tourist season this summer as so I can open my shanty by the boardwalk! Hugs my friend! 🧡

[@karenmacdonald1359]

Another information packed video! Thanks Mike... love the lavender

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I so glad you enjoyed this adventure and the knowledge shared Karen! 🌅 Thank you so much for sharing the sea glass love with me, that lavender purple is a perfect little find! ☀️

[@ruthabrahams7821]

Thanks so much for another fascinating and educational trip to the beach! I really appreciate the history and stories about your finds. In this video, you knew exactly where to find the most glass, and you were absolutely correct. Sometime, that would be a great topic to include- how to assess a beach and know where to look, and when to dig. Thanks for all of the joy that you share! 🙏

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi there Ruth! 🧡 You’ve made a great suggestion here, perhaps I do need to create a video detailing my strategies for recovering sea glass as I’ve a unique set of skills. I’m so glad you enjoyed this adventure and found the information insightful my friend! 🌅 It means the world to me knowing I’m appreciated!💫 Hugs! 🧡

[@ruthabrahams7821]

@@SeaGlassArchaeology That type of video would be wonderful! Or even including tips in your current videos would be helpful. Living far from the ocean, I’ve only had the chance to search for seaglass several times. I don’t even know where to start, and your wisdom and experience would be so welcome. Thanks again for taking us with you on your adventures!

[@bernadettepierce8020]

Pretty shade of Red! I know it’s a lot of work digging for all your pretty seaglass. Since I no longer have my beaches near or probably in this whole state (TN) for now anyway, I have the clouds to look for special formations in. Looking up isn’t half bad ❤ L

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m just glad you appreciate nature and taking time to appreciate clouds.🧡 Sitting in an open meadow, lying in the grass and staring into the sky is part of my meditation, this time of year I’m laying on snow and ice,lol! 💯 Hugs! 🧡

[@bernadettepierce8020]

That’s funny😊

[@deirdreclark8154]

Yay! Love the marbles! Another fun video, thanks!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi Deirdre! 🌅 Thanks for your love! 🧡 So glad you enjoyed this adventure! 💫

[@sandystuffnthings4895]

Thanks for sharing your finds. I love how passionate you are on your finds and you have so much knowledge to share.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi there Sandy! 🌅 Thanks so much for taking the time to let me know you enjoyed my video adventure & the knowledge shared! 💫 It brings me so much joy to connect with lovers of beachcombing treasures & I appreciate your support & love!🧡 Hugs my friend!

[@patifagan6774]

Another excellent video.good work

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi Pati! 🧡 Thanks so much for tuning in and letting me know you enjoyed this adventure my friend! 🌅 Sunshine and hugs! ☀️

[@peggycapobianco1056]

Thank u again for another wonderful adventure.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi there Peggy! 🧡 Thank you so much for enjoying this most recent beachcombing adventure my friend! 🌅 It’s my pleasure to share and connect with you!💫 Hugs! 🧡

[@matty5304]

just found your page! watched em all. Keep em coming! you have so much knowledge on sea glass, perfect for a new collector such as myself :)

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks so much for your kind words of encouragement Matty! 🌅 It brings me so much joy to share my adventures and the knowledge pertaining to what I find.🌅 Here’s hoping 2023 is filled with fantastic finds and wonderful memories for us all!💫 Happy hunting and hugs my new friend! 🧡

[@markjennings2315]

Ive seen loads of this stuff over the years, I had no idea it was of any value!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi there Mark! 🌅 I feel Beachcombing is the most universally inclusive pastime & while I’m blessed to do this for a living have always wished I didn’t have to sell my finds however this would require entering the real world & obtaining employment, which in return correlates to much less time hunting treasures. I’ve also been treasurer for the worlds most respected online global sales community “Sea Glass Auctions” for many years and while I’ve observed the values of global commodities & currencies fluctuate daily I’ve not seen the value of genuine sea glass dip since my first sale (December, 2008). Thanks for watching my video! 🧡

[@kahikina7]

Thank you for all your advice. Aloha. From. hawaii

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m so glad you enjoyed the knowledge shared Cris!🌅 Thanks for letting me know! 💫 Mahalo! 🧡

[@SJDunham]

Great finds sir!! I’ve been collecting glass for about 8+ years and have a decent amount now. I don’t usually find that much you found in this video I usually find a handful at a time but it’s still my favorite activity to do while on the beach!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m so glad to hear you have the joy of sea glass hunting in your life and a place to beachcomb! 🌅 There’s quite a bit of sea glass out my way as the ocean was always deemed acceptable for discarding into! Thanks for enjoying my adventure! 🧡

[@tinaharbit1806]

Love your videos! Wish I had a beach near me

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m sorry to hear you don’t have a beach in close proximity Tina! Thanks for letting me know you love my videos! 🌅 Sending hugs and sunshine out your way!☀️

[@rondabaggett942]

Keep it up! I adore your videos!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi there Ronda! 🌅 Thank you so much for letting me know how much you enjoy my adventures!🧡 It’s the perfect way to start my day! ☀️ Hugs! 🧡

[@colombecouture7974]

I'm glad you post another video. Thank you Mike.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi there Colombe! 🌅 Thanks for your love and support my friend! 🧡 It’s my pleasure to share with you! 💫 Sunshine and hugs! ☀️

[@tinkerbellblue5142]

Hello again, great finds again, hi to the boys 🥰🥰👋. Please please take some pictures of the festival 👍👍

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi Tinkerbell! I appreciate your love! 🧡 I’m speaking virtually this time around & while I won’t be able to visit Souris this summer I’m extremely great full once again for the opportunity to take part! 🌅

[@dianelenhardt2453]

Another great video. I always look forward to when you post something new. I got so excited when I saw the marble that I screamed at the TV multiple times. Apparently you heard me. Lol! I got my step daughter into searching for sea glass too. We both find it very therapeutic...and you can't beat the scenery. We have learned so much about our finds from your videos. Thank you so much! We absolutely love your passion and enthusiasm. As for the orange sea glass, just some random guesses: possibly part of a Jeanette Amberina footed candy dish or a hobnail from a piece of Fenton glass or a Murano fruit? I'm reaching and probably way, WAY off. Can't wait to find out what it is. We look forward to your next video.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi there Diane! 🌅 Thank you for your thoughts on that orange find, any clue might lead me to the origins so I’ll be sure to pull up some photos online! Your words absolutely made my day, I’m so glad to hear I’ve enhanced the beachcombing experience & even more happy to hear your step daughter’s been taking part in the treasure hunting fun! 🧡 Almost nothing beats that therapeutic “freedom of beach” feeling! ☀️ I’m so glad you have it in your life!

[@wendytaylor1486]

Mike,(I think I have the right video ),I think the small lettered white piece might be a spinning top,you would spin it and see which letter it rested on,just a thought.x

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

This is absolutely the correct video adventure Wendy! 🌅 I appreciate your insight so very much as community sharing is our best learning tool.💫 The “top-like” artifact has numbers on it ( not letters) and each opposite side adds up to 7, which is why I still feel strongly this is an alternative die or gaming implement (of chance). My life moves so quickly (and new finds are always abound) making it difficult find research time on these older artifacts however this one definitely deserves to be revisited.🌅 Hugs my friend! ❤️

[@katherinewiseman9707]

Awesome finds and knowledge as ever. Your videos are always a weekly highlight. Such gorgeous marbles. :)

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

How kind of you to say Katherine! 🧡 Thanks so much for enjoying this most recent Beachcombing adventure so much and letting me know! 🌅 I agree! Things have been awesome! This past week my little Michael found 2 marbles while we were out walking the doggies, getting our daily exercise! Sunshine and hugs my friend! 🌅

[@lindsayb2629]

Another great video! I was hoping you were going to be one of the speakers at the Souris seaglass festival! It's on my calendar. I can't wait!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi there Lindsay! 🧡 Thanks so much for enjoying this adventure! 🌅 I’m glad to hear you’ll be making it to the sea glass festival this summer! 💫 I’m honoured to be taking part once again! 🌅🙏💫

[@mudlarkingmarionette]

Nice

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks so much for appreciating these finds & enjoying my video! 🌅 It was a stellar day out on the shorelines for beachcombing treasures! 💫

[@mariawebster3389]

Beautiful finds! I have been searching for sea glass for many years. I am a new subscriber and love how much I have learned from your videos!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi there Maria! 🌅 Thank you so much for letting me know you’re enjoying my video adventures and the knowledge shared! 🧡 I’m also glad to hear you’re able to hunt sea glass where you reside as it’s so awesome to spend time in nature and let the world wash away! 💫 Hugs my friend! ☀️

[@oceanluvngal]

Another great video Mike! Your orange glass immediately reminded me of the nose from the game Operation, *bzzzt*, haha. It looks like it's solid glass, not domed or hollow though.. Are some indicator lights made that way? (I am no electrician!). Maybe it came from something decorative, or jewelry? Your milk glass find is super interesting, like a teetotum but I have no idea what from. Thanks so much for the grey glass comparison and extra photos. I wonder if the tv glass is a darker grey because it's thicker or if it contains more of the colouring agent. Just wondering "aloud" really. The more I learn the more questions I seem to have. I can only imagine the hundreds of hours you must have spent researching your finds over the years. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Words cannot express how happy it makes me reading your thoughts on my videos, you’ve always got me thinking and I’m always trying to learn as well.🌅 With rumours of a “heavy garbage” event to take place on Cape Breton in the near future I’m hoping my children and I will encounter an old floor model TV or even battery jars to further shed light on these greys. I’ve also encountered big thick grey “privacy” glass blocks one might use either inside or as a small exterior fall off the doorstep. I believe there’s a bank in Sydney with a wall section of these blocks so the use goes beyond residential. I’m really interested in this milk glass find, it’s something I’ve not had the time to dive into...I’m almost saving it like a good book. Things have been quite challenging with the lockdown and homeschooling although I wouldn’t trade the extra time with my little ones for the world! Operation was something I’d never considered for the orange, I wish I could place it in your hands, the other 2 as well because the little extra “cylinder” bottom had me thinking it was anchored to a panel (kind of like the fella in operation, lol) however I’ve found over a dozen very tiny, flat & round clear sea glass shards with 2 even tinier wires remaining. These I strongly believe to be conductivity components for older electrical equipment (perhaps radios). I’m going to locate those and do my best to share them in a future video. Thanks once again for sharing your love and insightful thoughts, please keep them coming my friend! 💫

[@oceanluvngal]

@@SeaGlassArchaeology I didn't even think about the fact that you are homeschooling too during this lockdown. I am amazed that you have found time to put together this video! Thanks for patiently answering my questions. Now that you mention the two tiny wires still present in some of your clear/orange glass finds, I am picturing LED semiconductors that are used in all kinds of things. Fingers crossed you will have that "heavy garbage" event, a chance to do a different kind of treasure hunting. I am familiar with the glass blocks you speak of; they were used in our local military base housing entryways, in some local public buildings of the same era, and I still notice them in place of basement windows sometimes. You've inspired me to dig out my meager grey sea glass collection for a closer look. I don't think any pieces are from those bricks (averages 2-3 inches thick) but I may have old tv glass that's 3/4" thick, and battery jar glass that is only 1/4". Happy hunting Mike!

[@rockreader4298]

Hey Mike, Just found and subbed recently. I'm enjoying your enthusiasm, knowledge and locations. Thanks for taking the bits of plastic with you. Your perspective is very detail minded, bet you grew up doing jigsaw puzzles, as a winter pass time. I did. : ) Though you don't need it, I wish you the Best on the growth of your channel.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks so much for your kind words and sharing your thoughts.🌅 I value everyone’s opinion & different perspectives are how we grow and evolve in mindset.☀️ It’s ironic you mentioned the “pen” because it’s removal from the beach and talking about environmental responsibility was included in the 50 minutes edited out which I made mention of in the video description. I’m truly glad you brought this up as I never want to seem condescending with respect to rubbish (as a good example, although I’ve always wanted to cover “seeding” as well) and therefore leave these parts out. 💫 I very much appreciate your kind wishes as well! 🧡 Anything else please feel free to let me know! 🙏

[@kerry-anne39]

I am 695 sub. Love your vids 🌠

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thank you so much for subscribing & letting me know how much you enjoy my video adventures Kerry-Anne!🌅 I appreciate your support very much so! 🧡

[@hayleylj7580]

Thanks for your great videos. Enjoy watching them all the way from Australia 🇦🇺 What do you do with all the glass you collect? Do you sell it? Craft with it? Display it?

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi there Hayley! 🌅 Thanks so much for letting me know you enjoy my adventures! 💫 Most of my imperfect and common sea glass will become beautiful suncatcher ornaments however I keep my rare finds and have a historical sea glass display which I love to share with visitors when they visit the cruise ship pavilion on Cape Breton Island. This is where I’ve offered my creations since 2010 & love sharing the passion for beachcombing with visitors from across the globe. In the past I’ve sold loose sea glass online however nowadays not as much! Hugs my friend! 🧡

[@Wambacks862]

Ur so nice and I was at your store today

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi there Landon! 🌅 It was so great meeting you all today, the pleasure was mine! 🧡 Hopefully I’ll get to sea you again & you make some great finds out on the beaches! 💫 All the best my new friend! ☀️

[@oxorox972]

Just love your knowledge and wonder how it translates to my finds in Australia.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thank you for your kind words! 🌅 I’d love to see what you recover on your adventures out in Australia! Feel free to send a few photos my way if you’d like! ( [e-mail] )

[@neesr13]

Mike, I have to say I am glad you saw that marble around 16:23 while also admitting I had to reverse the video to be sure that I had seen it. Changing the subject, do you keep your finds cataloged? Just wondering how you find your items when wanting to bring them out for reference. Thanks. ;)

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Great question! 💫 Unfortunately I’ve always described my home as “An Alchemists Home”. In every nook and cranny I’ve stashed random jars, bag & containers, many unlabelled however when I do make a match to an original bottle the shard gets affixed to that particular bottle and goes into my glass cabinet in the back room, which is 100% storage, no heating. I also keep aside my “Historical sea glass display” which is always changing, and still have hopes we’ll have a tourist season this summer as I’ve been a permanent fixture down at the port since 2010. That marble was something else! It was absolutely insane how I was completely oblivious to its exposure and could of easily left it on the beach. Almost how that dark green bottle lip at the end disappeared on me for a while. Thanks so much for tuning in to this adventure my friend! 🧡🙏🌅

[@oxorox972]

I try not to disturb seaweed because it shelters important marine organisms that are waiting for the tide to return. I tend to surface fossick unless it's obviously in seaweed-free areas where pebbles and glass have built up.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks for sharing this information my friend! 🌅 I’m always doing my best to respect the environment and never considered how organisms rely on the seaweed for shelter.💫 I truly appreciate this and will act accordingly in the future! 🧡

[@oxorox972]

@@SeaGlassArchaeology Thankyou, brother.

[@tinacluff2793]

At 3:16 when you where showing the finger lickin gray piece to the right is a brown stripped pieces, is that a rock or glass? Yea I saw the marble I was like hey wait there went a marble glad you did catch it.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Great eye Tina! I totally missed that beauty (and wish I hadn’t!) 🌅 I’m fairly certain it was a shell fragment as I’ve not seen rocks such as this out my way however might be mistaken. 💫 It’s stunning! ☀️

[@tinacluff2793]

@@SeaGlassArchaeology Ok, thanks.

[@rochelle3108]

Awesome finds! What beach is this?

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi Rochelle! 🌅 Thanks for watching my adventure. This spot isn’t a public beach but a small stretch at the bottom of the cliffs which is not far from the “rubbish cove” in my area!

[@sharon1775]

your home page does not include your email?

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Sorry Sharon! [e-mail]

[@sandycamillocci2565]

Slow Down!! You miss so much. It would be so much more relaxing watching you if you’d take it down a notch on the excitement.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi there Sandy! 🌅 Thanks for watching my adventure and sharing your thoughts. 🙏 If you could point out where I’m “missing so much” I’d appreciate it very much! I’m not sure if you’ve watched any of my early videos where I would show my “bounty” & place it on a scale? The “human dredging” technique I employ speaks for itself in these clips. Unfortunately I can’t “change the spots on a leopard”. In life I’m an extremely passionate and emotional individual, every moment of my life is the most exciting moment. If you ever have the chance to meet me in person you’ll see this excitement is something which I cannot turn off. (Subsequently this zest and passion for life is also why I accepted the fact I’m destined to live out my days as a sea hermit, my excitement is difficult to tolerate outside of my children’s eyes...although most people gravitate to me excitement short-term). Hugs!