Looking for Sea Shells in Florida. What Beautiful Sea Shells Will be on the Beach Today?

[@maggieslifeisawildride512]

If other haven't mentioned it, I will. Thank you for putting in the pictures of where you park and the various ways to get to the beach. I think it's extremely important and it helps identify where exactly the beach you are enjoying is. And awesome treasures today! I love that you are saving the pieces of the rarer shells you find...those pieces are beautiful.

[@SWFBeachLife]

If I can provide info that will help people enjoy the beach just a little bit more - count me in! And I figure if I don't find my own Junonia one day, I can glue one together myself 😅

[@maggieslifeisawildride512]

@@SWFBeachLife Yes...Lol!

[@charlessoukup1111]

I like collecting broken PC's of various to make modaics with.

[@susanbaird49]

I so badly want you to find a junonia. You are the reason I found mine. I'm the one who was in Florida for 2 weeks last month, exhausted from the best 2 weeks of shelling ever, when I saw your video in the evening that inspired me to go out one more time before packing to go home, the next morning. That one last drive out to the beach was when my junonia found me. I am so grateful that you inspired me to go to the beach one last time. I CAN'T WAIT to see you post your Junonia video. You deserve it.

[@SWFBeachLife]

You found that shell at Lido didn't you? I remember! I will find my J one of these days. I was hoping on Shell Island, but "all" I got that day was a giant lightning whelk 😅 I'll find that shell. Or it will find me ☺️

[@susanbaird49]

@@SWFBeachLife I found it on South Lido Key as they were raking the beach. Yes, your "J" is coming! 😊 And your giant lightening whelk is beautiful. I've never found a giant shell. It's on my bucket list.

[@MLM1011]

Thanks for showing the distance from Tigertail parking the long way to the beach. I didn’t think I’d be able to do it with my spinal cord injury, and I’m too big of a chicken to go through the lagoon. I believe that with a bucket to sit on and lots of rest breaks, I’ll actually be able to experience this beach next time I come down. I totally love that you received a jewel box surprise. Those surprises are some of my personal favorites that I cherish. It’s like they are hiding, just waiting for us to find the little gifts meant only for us. Can’t wait for next week! Thanks for all you do! 😊🐚☀️

[@SWFBeachLife]

I really love this beach but the walk is pretty long. And the lagoon is tidal so you'll get pretty wet trying to walk through at high tide. Plus, that little spot when you get to the beach after the 10 minute long walk always seems to give me a good shell or two - like that flat! Next week is going to be fun! We'll get to see a couple of things I've never seen before!

[@MLM1011]

@@SWFBeachLife I can’t wait to see what you find next week. Have a wonderful week ahead! 😊

[@ZJ-kl4hu]

Oh my gosh!!! I live in Naples and found your channel and my boyfriend and I went out today to this exact spot to hunt them! Thanks to your videos I found so many and will be cleaning them with your muriatic acid video!!! So cool! We probably crossed paths and didn't know it!

[@SWFBeachLife]

I filmed this week before last but I'm always out there roaming somewhere. I hope you find a few more sand dollars than I did. It was the first time I only came home with one lone dollar 😅

[@laurahunter1690]

As I watch you each week I am beginning to remember the names of each shell. I love your videos.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Sounds like great practice for a Florida vacation! Thanks so much for watching!

[@radmyers8149]

i love it when you clean ur shells or expiriment on them at the end. it is my favorite part!!!!!

[@annemariemayr3576]

Today you found again all wonderful, amazing, gorgeous shells. I love all your videos I can see ❤❤❤🙏🥰👍🍀

[@wmarian5027]

Thanks for sharing a great day at the beach. I appreciate the practical details you share re where to park and how to walk in, what to bring. This info has been so valuable when I visit SWF. Have a great week!

[@donnaheard4185]

AWESOME haul Sharmon! Loved all the juvenile fighting conchs, the horse conchs, and the ONE PERFECT Sandollar! Beautiful day at the beach and loved the beach time! TFS! Have a great week!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you Donna! I was trying to figure out why I am just so dang happy at the beach and I think it's because I'm not cold anymore 😅 I'm looking forward to seeing what else the spring/summer will bring. Hopefully a manatee or two! Hope you have a great week!

[@jasoncanady2026]

My wife and I are in Ft Meyers and went to Sanibel island. We love your videos it helped us out during covid. Anyways we look foward to your videos every Sunday

[@claudiagalasso5530]

I live in Belgium and it's amazing to be able to see these wonderful beaches. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful walks and for truly caring about nature and all the beach critters 💖🌟

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you so much for coming with me on my beach walk all the way from Belgium! These beaches are too pretty not to share! ❤️

[@artiejohnson703]

What a beautiful walk on the beach. Thanks for taking us along. ❤️

[@DownriverRocks]

I think if every teacher explained and taught like you, people would be complaining about something else. You have found your calming peace, embrace it. Love, light and peace for you.

[@DownriverRocks]

What’s a jingle?

[@DownriverRocks]

Lettered olives are pretty cool.

[@SWFBeachLife]

It's a shell with 2 halves (like scallops) but the one half usually stays attached to the sea floor while the other half gets washed onto the beach.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you so much! I am having the time of my life out on these beaches, sharing all the things I am learning about. Each trip is a brand new adventure and I'm always excited to see what will be waiting to b discovered each trip! Thank you for coming along!!!

[@carolmusso7767]

Thank you for another fantastic day at the beach. Your enthusiasm is just contagious and I love it! I have suggested your channel to the folks I teach Mindfulness to at work since I find it so relaxing and rejuvenating. Thank you! ❤️🐚

[@SWFBeachLife]

I love this! Beachcombing is such a wonderful mixture of relaxation and excitement all rolled into one! Thank you for coming along with me on my excursions!

[@lesamonroe2355]

Another great shelling adventure lots of pretty finds thank you for taking us with you

[@elainestevenson1886]

I always look forward to Sunday evening when I can catch your weekly video! Love them all! I get confused by the calico scallop, bay scallop and the rough scallop. I would love to see them together and if you could explain the differences. Thanks for sharing all of your adventures ♥️

[@SWFBeachLife]

I will do just that! Next time I find all three together I'll be sure to show the difference. Thanks for the recommendation!

[@annemariemayr3576]

I love all the shells you find, now it's the first time I can see, where a part of shells are going. I often thought it could be nice to make some earrings, if you find 2 from the same colour. I also love the black one so much, never seen this before. Thank you for sharing 💖❤🙏 Have a nice week all.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Some of the shells will get very discolored if they're buried for a while. I have a whole little collection of just the dark shells in a little dish. I hope you have a good week too!

[@youniverse6841]

That bright orange jingle shell blew me away! It's so bright and so orange! I also love the super peach rough scallop! Absolutely beautiful! And then there's your garbage collection...

[@SWFBeachLife]

Garbage isn't as exciting, but I take enough of it from the beach. I'm curious how much I can remove in a year by myself. The shells are definitely more fun to collect 😅

[@youniverse6841]

@@SWFBeachLife Im sad there's so much garbage but it could be worse. 😬

[@anitawarner5099]

Thank you for another beautiful beach walk!! The quiet time is so appreciated! It calms my soul.

[@SWFBeachLife]

You and me both!

[@suzannesalerio3237]

What a great walk! Your beautiful walks make my day. Thank you for doing this. I especially love when you show us the common shells and their unique qualities. As always, looking forward to next week!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment. I love getting feedback and suggestions from viewers! I hope you have a great week!

[@lisahutchcraft1385]

Love the walk!! Can’t wait to hear more about the jewelry. So pretty!

[@elaineberger879]

Oooooo..shelling bonanza! Can’t wait! And this walk was beautiful. Thank you for bringing us along.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thanks for coming along with me Elaine! ❤️

[@ilonamollema6467]

Hi Sharmon, What an fantastic haul on such a beautiful day! Every Sunday I wait with going to bed, I first have to watch your video. Thank you so much for taking us with you, loved every second of it! I'm so sorry you didn't find an albino FFC or olive. Hopefully on your next adventure. Wishing you a wonderful week, sending you lots of love and a big hug! xoxo ❤️, Ilona

[@SWFBeachLife]

I will find those albino beauties one of these days. The hunt is so fun, I don't really mind waiting. ☺️ The summers are so different than winters in shell department so it will be exciting to see what else lies ahead. I hope you are well and you have a lovely week. I'll see you next Sunday! ❤️

[@christineromana]

My beach time on Sundays! The peach scallop is incredible! The olives were spectacular…. Thank you for my favorite favorite time spent on Sunday Sharma ❤️

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you for watching and coming along with me!

[@amybanks1582]

I watch each week because I love the shells 🐚 but the blues and greens are what really stood out this time 🌴

[@kimberlyaustin6677]

Giiirrrrrllll that jewelry store looks like Ocean Soul 🐚. The only thing I love more than sea shells is jewelry! And the two together...!!!!! I can't wait!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Bingo! That was indeed Ocean Soul's store and I'll be sure to share all the details in the future!

[@kimberlyaustin6677]

@@SWFBeachLife 😁😁😁😁

[@inririaya1908]

Thanks for sharing your beaches and your knowledge. It’s inspiring! 🐚🦀🌊

[@SWFBeachLife]

My pleasure!

[@Imlookingover007]

Was so good to see TigerTail. Thank you for showing the pretty snail shells hidden gloss

[@christinamoore2790]

Beautiful treasures and totally jelly you got to visit Ocean Soul....love their jewelry and the store is so beautiful with the best owners and employees!!

[@SWFBeachLife]

I was so happy to meet other shell and ocean lovers at Ocean Soul! What a gorgeous store and the jewelry is to die for! I'll have my own piece one of these days and I can't wait to share how it all comes out!

[@crzydazie4292]

I commented on this before but I want to thank you again so much! My health doesn't allow me to travel or go for long walks anymore but I get to see the beautiful beaches of Florida every Sunday with you. Your videos are so well done and so professional and are the best I've seen on KZbin. They are my weekly dose of therapy in this chaotic world and help me more than you will ever know.

[@SWFBeachLife]

I am absolutely delighted to be able to share my beach walks with you! I can go to the same beach every day for a week and it would be totally different each time. I love discovering what the beach will have that day and I am grateful for people like you who enjoy my efforts! Thank you so much for coming along with me!

[@cathyjay2569]

So, I’m re-watching some of your older posts because there are a lot of stressors going on right now. Your voice is ALMOST as soothing as the waves gently breaking on the beach….magical. 🎶 🦄 ❣️

[@SWFBeachLife]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@carolmathis6084]

I loved this long beach walk. Those olives-some were huge. The scallops are so varied and pretty. And, the flat! The rose petal tellins are a lovely shade of pink. I'm excited for our virtual shell jewelry shopping. I appreciate the time and effort you use to share beach time with us. BTW-headed to Instagram.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you so much Carol! And yes, please do follow me on Instagram. Next giveaway will be through IG to see if it's any easier than doing them on YT!

[@chericandream]

Thanks for your KZbin presence, very rewarding for you and this viewer.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@kathyjund7212]

Love your tiger tail walks.. one sand dollar..interesting! Amazing the work of the mangroves.. and mother nature with the new cut.. all glorious! Thank you Sharmon!

[@scottfoss716]

Beautiful day and some great looking shells.

[@sherrytraveny8803]

So much fun and yes it is a slice of heaven.

[@shannonwalker4147]

I havent told you in a while, but your videos are so relaxing. I always wait to watch them when I am lying in bed so I can let the sound of the ocean sooth me. Thank you so much.

[@SWFBeachLife]

You are so very welcome! I did a video of just the beach if you'd like to not hear me jabbering 😅 kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYuWeomYnMaSf6M

[@shannonwalker4147]

@@SWFBeachLife I'll check it out. But you speaking does not bother me. You have a calming voice.

[@michellegibbs2065]

Lots of beautiful shells! Thank you for sharing!

[@dmcdaniel2009]

Thank you ! You and walks lift me up so high - land locked girl here. God bless your walks Shar !

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you for choosing to spend your time with me on the beach!

[@karenwestbrook2352]

By 4 pm tomorrow my toes will be in the sand of North Captiva Island. Can’t wait! There for a week of beach walks and shelling. Come on over if you want to explore North Captiva!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Oh my gosh that's only a few minutes from now and it's so nice out! I hope you have THE BEST time and find lots of souvenirs to bring home!

[@cmay6944]

Sharmon I have been on vacation to Naples and Sanibel a couple of times and each time I collected some shells. I love that area! I have not yet traveled anywhere since the pandemic and I miss it very much. I found your videos and I enjoy them so very much. Tonight I was watching and jumped right off my couch when you showed the piece of shell you called Junonia. I said I think I have one of those!! I do I have one about 2 inches big! Yesterday I got out all my shells and started looking to see the ones that I have. I started naming them. I have learned so much from you. It is so much fun!! I don't have a lettered olive and some day I hope to come back and find one of those!! Thank you so much for making these videos makes me almost feel like I'm there except I can't reach for the shells I see that I want to get!!! Lol!!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Well congrats on finding your Junonia! I myself have not found a whole one, but that's a really fantastic find. I'm still looking for mine! I'm so glad you enjoy watching my channel and you're learning a little along the way as well! And I do hope you come back to the area to find that lettered olive!

[@aleciagrant4114]

Thanks Sharmon! I look forward to your beach adventures every week! 🙂 Always great!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@lauram5195]

I love Tigertail beach!! This was the perfect shelling trip. Omg that flat! I would have definitely kept the piece of the Junonia. I’ve only ever found one piece. I just love that beach. 🤗🐚🐚🐚🐚

[@SWFBeachLife]

When the beach gives me such a great shell soon as I get there it's always really exciting so I spent a good amount of time searching more another flat - but one is good enough. Thanks so much for coming along with me on my beach walk!

[@76Acard]

Was just in Ocean Soul today! He made me a gorgeous rose petal telon bracelet that I just adore! ❤️ had a wonderful day on Kice and Dickmans today with Treasure Seekers! I’m in heaven here!!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Oh my gosh! Kice and Dickmans AND Ocean Soul? I would say you're having a spectacular time! I saw one of their rose petal tellin bracelets and it was gorgeous. Actually all their jewelry is gorgeous! I hope you have a fantastic time while you're here!

[@juliamaul7334]

Love, love, love your beach walks with all their beauty!!

[@michelesowards7764]

This is my favorite walk during the week. Thanks again!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thanks so much for coming along with me!

[@theresasauli973]

Wow!!! It’s been cleaned up....Great job volunteers.

[@pennyskelly8657]

I so enjoy taking these walks with you thank you

[@SWFBeachLife]

You are so welcome!

[@pennywebb867]

paused video to jump in comments to thank you for showing us the "decorated" bush. I really like the story they tell and we haven't seen one in a while. I too adore FL fighting conch, juveniles and older - they are so colorful with each one being just a little different. those olives are truly awesome, more so having seen them alive with their bodies covering their entire shell and knowing that is why they are so shiny. I learned that (and so much more) from you. now, back to your gorgeous video...

[@SWFBeachLife]

We have so much more to learn!

[@pennywebb867]

@@SWFBeachLife always!

[@jamie6580]

You found some really cool stuff! Thanks, as always, for letting me join you on your walk!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thanks for coming!

[@nickgreen455]

Another relaxing video, I really enjoy the weekly visits to the beach, one of the highlights of my week

[@sherryroseman]

As usual enjoyed the walk! Beautiful beach, beautiful shells.

[@judyfarmer2962]

Thank you so much for sharing this beach walk. I wish I could go with you.

[@sandyh2683]

Wonderful collection this week. And the weather is perfect!

[@SWFBeachLife]

The weather was perfect and the water was unbelievably pretty!

[@juliebovenkamp5433]

Thank you for Your channel! I sure appreciate the sea views, the knowledge and your teaching style, and just the JOY I get "shelling with you" :)

[@SWFBeachLife]

You are so welcome! Thank you for coming along with me!

[@lynnepierce3676]

Wonderful video. Thanks so much for sharing 😊. Saw some shells I hadn’t heard about.😮😍. Loved shells used in making jewelry . Hadn’t thought about shells being used in that way 😮👍😍

[@pattyvincent-wagoner174]

Marci Island never disappoints! Love that area! Thanks for a few sane moments shelling along with you! ❤️

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thanks for tagging along with me!

[@lindarichie2585]

Beautiful day at the beach ! Great haul of shells ! Love the little jewel box from the lettered olive -bonus!! Lol Thanks for the beach time !

[@SWFBeachLife]

It's always nice to get little surprises right? Thanks so much for watching!

[@Valerieknitterhands]

Thank you for sharing beach decor and beach time. Love your videos

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@agds91078]

Yay!!! Another much needed beach day with my sweet friend!🧜🏼‍♀️🐚

[@SWFBeachLife]

Biggest hugs mermaid! ❤️

[@sunsetescapescruiseandtrav7962]

I cannot wait to see where you’re going next week!!!

[@Truthwillprevail-n3v]

Hello from Australia! I love your videos and can’t wait for each weeks fix of shelling. So jealous you live so close to the beach. I live vicariously through your adventures! THANK YOU ❤️

[@SWFBeachLife]

Hello Beach Friend from down under! I am pretty darn lucky to live here! It was pure luck that we stumbled upon this amazing part of Florida and chose to live here to be close to the beach. I had NO IDEA. how much treasure was going to be out there to discover! Thanks for letting me share this slice of heaven with you!

[@Truthwillprevail-n3v]

@@SWFBeachLife ❤️

[@mythdemeanor5268]

That was great!! maybe you can do a givaway for youtubers too!!

[@SWFBeachLife]

I've done 2 KZbin giveaways and it's really time consuming. I'd like to do more so I'm going to try Instagram next time to see if it's a little easier to manage ☺️

[@Doxymeister]

Just super appreciate you taking us along on your beach walks, and teaching us so much about the wildlife and shells specifically!

[@SWFBeachLife]

I got your email and I'll get back to you soon! And you are so welcome. I'm thrilled to be able to share these gorgeous locations and all the goodies they have!

[@leslikuyweski4576]

So glad I found your channel. I enjoy seeing all the shells. I really enjoy beach time! If I close my eyes I almost feel luke I'm there.

[@SWFBeachLife]

I'm glad you found my channel too! Thank you so much for watching!

[@lindathacker5824]

Thanks!

[@SWFBeachLife]

WOW!!! Thank you SO MUCH! I will never stop being amazed at the generosity of others! ❤️

[@roxiegs348]

Thank you for beach time. 🌴🏖. I live 1.5 hours from the beach and would love to be there every weekend. Since I can’t, I watch your videos and I close my eyes to the sounds. So beautiful. Thanks again!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you so much for coming along with me on my beach walks!

[@trishcook1857]

Thank you once again for a beautiful beach walk. So many lovely shells x

[@jacquelinelupone6913]

I soo enjoy watching! Love the "lettered olives"!

[@patifagan6774]

Fantastic video ,loved every minute .thank you

[@carrieeasley3995]

Wonderful collection, today!

[@chrisjenson7483]

New subscriber, your channel makes me want to go back to Florida. Learning so much about shells and critters.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Welcome aboard! My channel has that effect on people 😅 I love sharing all the wonderful things these Florida beaches provide!

[@divingwithMicheleinTexas]

As always another awesome shelling haul. Keep on truckin ✌ ❤

[@lindawellinghoff5432]

Great time today. Thanks

[@carriecervantes6363]

Awesome that you pick up the garbage; thank you for helping to keep these beaches clean! Love the shells hanging on the branches; fun! Coming down late May; maybe I will see you on the beaches of SW Fla!

[@SWFBeachLife]

I hope you have a fantastic time while you're here and find lots of goodies to take home! If you think you see me, just yell, "Hey beach friend" and if it's me I'm sure my head will whip around 😅

[@meganschiele5381]

Ahh you finally went to the store. Can’t wait to see what you thought!😁

[@SWFBeachLife]

I was overwhelmed with how many beautiful things there were in the store! And the beautiful people who are so passionate about what they do. I'll have my own piece eventually and I can't wait to share!

[@kathywerebwrites]

Oh! I love your videos! I shell too, but mostly in Maui! We lived there last year for 7 months and I miss it already! Your videos are helping me to cope with my shelling withdrawals!! LOL Love all the conchs you are finding. I haven't found any in Maui yet. Lots of cowries and cones, but no conchs. Sigh. They're too deep in the water there and don't get up to the beach that often.

[@SWFBeachLife]

The beaches here are almost designed for the shells to just wash up on shore. It really is amazing to live here. I would LOVE to experience shelling in Hawaii though. I've also wanted to see the whales migrate so maybe one of these days I will get there! 🌴And the size of those cone shells you can get in Maui is crazy awesome! Thanks for sharing your finds via IG!

[@debblair5761]

Beautiful shells as always.

[@watchesfromedges]

I love these shell videos, it would be really nice if when you focus on the shell piles, pause for a moment before you pick the shells up and we can get a clearer idea of how you scan the pile and pick out the interesting ones

[@SWFBeachLife]

Roger that! I'll try to really slow down those shots so you can get a good look at what's there before I start picking through the pile. Thanks for the suggestion!

[@monicabeach6909]

Awesome finds. We were in Southern Florida for 2 weeks. Started in Pompano, Marathon 1 week with family, My beloved Sanibel and Captiva Islands 3 days and finished up visiting with family in central Florida. We found beautiful treasures everywhere. We’re back in Tennessee and I’m dreaming of Sanibel. 🐬🌴🐚🌊🥰

[@SWFBeachLife]

I was looking to book a trip in The Keys soon. I know the beaches and goodies aren't as plentiful as they are down here but lordy it's pretty! Your trip should like it was amazing!

[@monicabeach6909]

@@SWFBeachLife American Coastal has approximately 100 homes on Marathon. We stayed at 600 Manor. It’s a 3 bedroom 3 bath house on the canal with splash pool. Not much in the line of shells unless you snorkel and hunt. I have found in the past Caribbean Vase shells and Queen conchs. It’s beautiful in the Florida Keys. This was my 5th trip in 30 plus years. I love all of Florida. The nature and treasures it has to offer. I truly love your videos. God Bless You and Yours. 🙏🏻🥰

[@veronicadeanboshoff8687]

Its total agony waiting a whole week for your post. I am so encouraged by your videos I went shelling yesterday evening and actually found a few shells which surprised me as Cape Town hardly has beaches with shells. I cannot get over the colours of those scallops truly stunning! I even found a 12inch Pen Shell , first find ever, enormous. Have a great week.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Sorry I make you wait a whole week! One of these days I'm going to be a full-time KZbinr and I'll be able to film and post as much as I can. I am so lucky to live here and get to just hop on over to the beach and go treasure hunting. I'm glad you went out and found a few shells. Maybe there's more out there!

[@sarahatten8271]

Awesome video! Thank you!!

[@saraclark4944]

Wow what an amazing day at the beach!

[@estherkissel3471]

Super shell day! Ty again!

[@SWFBeachLife]

You are so welcome!

[@excursiondiversion5720]

Another great video. Regarding our weather,, my husband is a weather nut and we have a weather station, other than a spinkle, our last rainfall was January 15! Its soo dry. We live by the Sanibel outlets.

[@SWFBeachLife]

I have a weather station too! My husband still has to mount the wind thingy but I can't wait to keep track of the weather. I'm a nerd on many, many levels 😅

[@Hlegzudas]

I wish I could go there too, only one time. Beautiful shells!

[@mariejung73]

Oh so pretty...that flat was perfect!❤

[@debrakitson292]

Thanks for another beautiful beach walk! I love finding flats and little horses conchs. I think maybe that store is OceanSoul?!! I want to go there someday!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Bingo! The store was Ocean Soul and oh my gosh the jewelry is beautiful! I'm so happy they found me so I can have my own piece of something beautiful from the beach made for me!

[@debrakitson292]

@@SWFBeachLife I want something that I’ve found made into a bracelet!

[@jennywalborn7769]

Can't wait to see all those goodies made into jewelry! It looked like some amazing creations!❤

[@SWFBeachLife]

Didn't it? I decided today what shell I want to use to ask them to make me a piece. Now I just have to find the right one! Thanks so much for watching!

[@basvanderwerff2725]

What a lovely haul!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you! 😊

[@sallya.2412]

I find it very interesting that the shells like the Juvenile fighting conch can be different in colors and patterns. That's what makes it so neat as you never know what you may find. Love the beach decor. Great bunch of finds.

[@SWFBeachLife]

I really appreciate the shells that come in a variety of patterns and colors. You can find 10 of the same shell and each will have it's own little special attribute 🐚❤️

[@bethwarden4144]

Shell on Soul Sister, shell on!

[@SWFBeachLife]

❤️

[@denisem6754]

Funny thing about so few sand dollars on Marco, but I have found lots of “blonde” lettered olives there too. Can’t wait to see the gorgeous jewelry, is it Ocean Soul? That J frag was such a tease, but you will get your Junonia one of these days. It was a gorgeous walk on the beach with you, thanks as always.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Yes, I have made some new beach friends with Ocean Soul. What a delightful couple of humans! And I know I'll get that J - I will just have to be patient and let it find me. Thank you for watching, commenting and coming along with me on my beach walks!

[@gingermackeen5741]

Way to score early with the flat! Really beautiful markings on it too. I would love to have just one calm day at Honeymoon island like this... Lol A mark? Yes, that was a S turrid with more color than usual. Love the bam shell too. Very underrated. Not sure I think the inner purple ffc's are rare either. Those were a couple of great spiny J's! That's what I love about HI - just you and the beach. Hmmm... "2 day bonanza". Can't wait!😁 Thanks, Sharmon. BTW the jewelry was really gorgeous. Way more high-end than I do. xxoo

[@SWFBeachLife]

My internet was out for hours and I had to dig to find your comment! That jewelry is GORGEOUS! I'm making some pretty outstanding beach friends! They're going to make a piece for me but I have to choose a shell (almost impossible) and what I'd like made (so many choices!). It was a super fun day but next Sunday is going to be great too. Quite a few things I've never seen before!

[@gingermackeen5741]

@@SWFBeachLife Well whatever your 2nd favorite is, let me know and I'll see what I can do!😊

[@SWFBeachLife]

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[@jacksarty3081]

Another Awesome video Sharmon! We were just in Sanibel and we found hundreds of juvenile fighting conchs! I had to use 2 carry-ons and 2 backpacks to get all my shells back. Hope you’re doing well, can’t wait for next Sunday! Have a great week! 🤩

[@SWFBeachLife]

Those must have been some heavy carry-ons - that's awesome! I'm glad you got yourself a whole bunch of beach memories!

[@cattoy4]

what type of camera are you using? i've watched a couple other "shellers" and their rapid focus doesn't hold a candle to yours. also side note i really appreciate that you take your time panning over various shell piles etc... other folks tend to move so quickly it's almost nausea inducing

[@pennywebb867]

I agree. it is really nice to be able to see individual shells when scanning.

[@SWFBeachLife]

I use my iPhone to film a majority of my videos. It's got a great camera that I can shoot in 4K, I like the focus and it's light and small. I will tell you it takes a bit of restraint to not sweep across the shells. It's always exciting to be out there but I keep reminding myself to SLOW DOWN. Swinging the camera all over does not make a pleasant video!

[@rubyrohrig9494]

What a great walk…thanks

[@jims6101]

I always waded across the lagoon since it was a lot shorter and I usually had fishing equipment with me.

[@SWFBeachLife]

If I were lugging fishing equipment I would probably brave the lagoon too. It's really quite a hike around that brush but I was rewarded with some pretty sweet shells!

[@jims6101]

@@SWFBeachLife not sure if you’ve gone out on the sandbar. It gets very shallow and normally pretty clear. I’ve had great luck with sand dollars on it. You can see the live olives out there and their tracks in the sand too.

[@SWFBeachLife]

@@jims6101 Yes I've been out there when the tide was low and I did get a whole bucket full of dollars. This time my container was overkill but at least I was prepared!

[@cintiapollock2486]

So so pretty today the beach looked beautiful : ) thank you for all the great info I like learn something new every video! Just love it all ! ~*~

[@SWFBeachLife]

You are so welcome! Thank you so much for watching!

[@tashaanderson8238]

Those are so beautiful! Me and my family were in Florida from last Thursday to this Tuseday. It's so beautiful over there. I was wondering what do you do with all of the shells that you find?

[@SWFBeachLife]

I hope you enjoyed your time here in Florida! Mostly I keep the shells in glass jars, vases and lanterns. I showed my collection in a past video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5fcYZ2iZdigpqc Then, I put some shells to the side to sell and others to do projects with. I've managed to complete 2 projects thus far. A shell mirror: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5eYhImjbdJopJo And a shell photo frame: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nmq4eqmnobStna8 I have lots of ideas I just need to find more time!

[@chrisbgifford7387]

I miss Sanibel so much and all the other islands. I went to Corpus Christi this spring instead of Sanibel. The first day at the beach the tide was falling and we hit that ridge where shell congregate and found some gorgeous black and brown olives. Went back to the beach the next day, nothing but broken shells the tide was pounding the shore. so we went to the other end of the island a 3 hour drive. So disappointing, nothing but huge amounts of trash washing up on shore. It was so sad. there were trash bins every 4/10ths of a mile. So I picked up what I could to help but found nothing at all. I attribute this to global warming with more hurricanes and flooding things get pulled out into the ocean. I'm coming to Sanibel around Halloween, bringing a coat. Hoping for the best! Thanks for the hike with treasure.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Ugh on the lack of shells and garbage. I've definitely had some "slow" days but there's usually something to admire. The beaches down here in SWFL have the best variety of sea shells and beach treasures. I'd like to see other beaches myself, but I know it's going to be WAY different than the beaches down here. Hopefully you won't need your winter coat in October but by all means bring it just in case! Some of those mornings and evenings can get quite chilly! I hope you have a good week!