Looking for seashells. Florida islands have the best seashells treasures!

Looking for seashells has kind of turned into an obsession for me. I am shocked at the fantastic shells I'm still finding at this time of the year!
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[@suzieplum7995]

Hi Shell Whisperer ! Its me.... Limpet girl ! I am trying to imagine what it must be like right now to stroll along the sandy shores of Florida, where the sun kisses your skin and the gentle waves serenade your senses. As you gaze out onto the beach, you're suddenly captivated by a mesmerizing sight-the sheer abundance of stunning Florida Fighting Conchs scattered all around. Everywhere you turn, your eyes are met with an ocean of exquisite shells.They gleam with vibrant hues, displaying a kaleidoscope of pinks, oranges, and creams. The delicate ridges on their spiraling shells seem like strokes of an artist's brush, effortlessly accentuating their allure. Each Conch beckons you with its enchanting presence, teasing you with its elegance and leaving you craving more. You find yourself torn, unable to choose where to direct your attention. They're everywhere! You feel like you've stumbled into a conch convention, and they've all shown up to flaunt their beauty in unison. Its like a conch coilition ! You move on but glance back, only to find a conch parade following in your wake, as if they've adopted you as their fearless leader. They flaunt their vibrant colors...shamelessly.. hoping to catch your eye and secure a special place in your heart. It's like you're their unwitting victim of their vampirism and conch charm . Oh, the trials of being willingly lured in. You chuckle at the absurdity of the situation, realizing that you've unintentionally become the beach's hottest conch magnet.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Oh this is too good! Conch charm is a real thing - I swear!!! They talk and temp me with their shapes and colors every single beach trip. And I have the bowls, and buckets, and lanterns filled with them to prove it 🤣 This was great! ❤️

[@suzieplum7995]

@@SWFBeachLife And in one of those recepticles..is my long lost basking shark conch.. treat her well..untill we meet again.. :)

[@SWFBeachLife]

@@suzieplum7995 We have whale sharks in Florida - I have yet to see one but Lordy I hope I do one day. Those basking sharks are cool as heck too! ❤️

[@ittybittykittymama7582]

May I congratulate you, dear Limpet Girl, on your ability to "turn a phrase," as it were. Your beautiful words strung together like pearls on a strand of silk painted the most mesmerizing rendering of the world which Sharmon so generously shares with us each week. Thanks for the mini-vacation! The Lost Mermaid 🧜🐚

[@suzieplum7995]

@@ittybittykittymama7582 Awwww TY IBKM.... Your turn of phrase isnt so shabby either. :) I live on the Emerald Isle now, right by a beach pounded by the Irish Sea. It is not always a safe or pleasant experience to go shelling . I make time for Sharmons videos and walk the Florida beaches with her and emerse and indulge myself shellfishly to learn AND have fun. It makes me happy to know that Sharmon isnt the only sheller here who reads my thoughts and reminds me that warmth exists beyond my frozen fingertips.

[@jolynnburns4306]

I hate when it ends!!! Knock me over with a jingle LOL!! Awesome treasures. Thanks for taking me along. Have a great week. See you Sunday! XOXO

[@SWFBeachLife]

I'm so happy people "get" some of the things I say 😂

[@maggiestack3757]

Loved the knock me over with a jingle LOL. Beautiful pink coquina. Gorgeous auger and perfect little sand dollar. Awesome day of shelling for summer! Thanks again for sharing it with us.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you so much for enjoying the beach with me!

[@valentinalaforge7694]

As soon as you say, Let's go to the beach, I get excited just thinking what you'll find and learning the names of the shells. 😁

[@gingermackeen5741]

Correct on the little rough scallop. I love seeing the ghost crabs (or any live crab for that matter)! Interesting striping on that AC. A lot of times the upper wrack line is from the high tide that occurred at night. So where I shell at HI, no one has checked it if I'm early so I usually do. Have found some pretty awesome stuff up there. Lol. I went in with my mask at Lido Key last week and drifted with the current. Found a few things but ended up getting seasick! There was a huge marked off area at Lido that had hundreds of black skimmers that were nesting in it. I got to see a lot of immature ones I'd never seen before. Was really cool. Interesting color pattern on that rose murex...and you pointed that out!😊 Thanks Sharmon! xxoo

[@SWFBeachLife]

Skimmers are my favorite shore bird. They are just so goofy looking and I love the way they "skim" the water. I've gotten seasick too snorkeling!!! I have had better luck with my full face mask but I'll get a little nauseated when I snorkel sometimes. Wish I could have shelled up by you this past weekend but maybe I should wait for the shells to really come back anyway.

[@scruffysmommy]

HAHAHAHA!!! "You could have knocked me over with a jingle"...totally laughed out loud!!! You make my evening so relaxed. ❤🐚

[@SWFBeachLife]

😁

[@fields-n-feathers]

I just want about a 3 hour, uncut video! 👏🏼🧡

[@SWFBeachLife]

LOL - Shelling The Movie. 🐚

[@cazee100]

Rose murex tick. What a lovely walk. Amazing when you see from a distance it just looks all white and then you get closer and there are treasures to be found. Lovely dolphins as always. Really love that the turtles are cared for as well. Looking forward to next week. Stay safe xx

[@SWFBeachLife]

I bet that's why I like chunky beaches. There is no question the treasures are there. I love a good hunt too though 😃

[@ghayes2135]

I’m always amazed at nature’s abundance. Amid the broken shells, I found a perfect scotch bonnet that people had stepped over. Thank you for sharing your adventures!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Lucky lady! Congrats on your bonnet!

[@dianeroper3968]

Thank you again. I enjoy these so much. The only thing betting would be there shelling myself. Hoping to get back there next year sometime. The Marco area has ruined most other areas for me cause it’s just the best that I can get to. 😊

[@luannski6895]

Years ago a Girl Scout troup made Xmas ornaments using scallops, lightning welks and Fl fighting conchs. They put little colorful coccinas as flower petals with pearls in the middle inside the opening. The coccinas were yellow, pink, purple etc.

[@SWFBeachLife]

I've seen some really, amazing artwork made from seashells. I'm afraid my craftiness is all in my videos 😂

[@debnordman1640]

Loved that calico scallop that looked almost like a dreamsicle with its orange & white! And the fighting conch with the big thick lip was very interesting; I've never seen one like it. Great shelling day, lovely spot! (I've now been not skipping the ads since I found out it helps support you if we don't skip them. Easy enough to just find something else to concentrate on til they're done.) We all appreciate your wonderful channel so much.

[@SWFBeachLife]

You know what's funny? I know exactly which orange dreamsicle shell you're talking about with the rings of white and orange. And you are watching the ads for me???? Oh you are an angel! It does indeed help. Thank you so, so much! ❤️🐚🌴🌊

[@suzisharp132]

What a fabulous day of shelling! And, the critters - Wow!

[@cindyupchurch8176]

I absolutely love seeing your channel, thank you so much! I have learned the names a lot of shells and first time seeing the critters that live in them.

[@Doxymeister]

Oh beautiful murex's! You mentioned one you hadn't found yet, the Eastern Atlantic Murex, so I had to google it--and wow! Absolutely gorgeous shells! Glad I learned something new today, thank you for taking us along with you, Sharmon!

[@barbie2599-Shannon]

So awesome! I've been studying my own cash of shells from Tybee Island GA, but really can't wait to beachcomb in Florida! Thank you for another wonderful video ❤

[@SWFBeachLife]

You'll see there are a lot of similarities in some of these shells too. I hope you do make it to FL to go shelling. It's pretty awesome!

[@badmom2goody29]

Thank you for taking us with you ❤

[@carolmusso7767]

We appreciate YOU! This was great fun! Thank you! ❤️🐚

[@SWFBeachLife]

You are so very welcome!!!

[@maggieslifeisawildride512]

Ya know...I always look forward to Sundays and the shelling excursions you take us all on. I love seeing the critters and the learning the ins and outs and rules of visiting the beach. Thank you!

[@Growing_forward]

Oh my goodness you found sea glass! And the Angel wing! Such a beautiful island.

[@marienamergen5362]

Can you do a mini shell hunt again? Love seeing them as much as the big ones.

[@SWFBeachLife]

I sure can! Now that lighthouse beach is open again I'd like to look for wentletraps!

[@brianaschino4903]

Yessss 🙌

[@denisem6754]

Such a fun walk on the beach with you, great haul, great video all in all. Thank you for the continued quality of content.

[@Natalieleu]

Thanks for the fun time at the beach.❤

[@marciaslay1149]

Great video as always and wish it was longer, lol have a great week, I'm all ready looking forward to next weeks

[@reneeziayadonovan1282]

Great day with awesome finds!! 😊

[@deonamcenery4135]

It was fun seeing treasures from a different beach. Thanks for sharing!

[@georgiannaashley8512]

Thank you for another great shelling adventure!

[@debbienorrell2483]

Soooo wonderful there!! What a day!! I loved every Shell you found!! I wish I where there with you, your so much fun!!! Thank you for all the time you share with all of us!! Your just the best!! Have fun always!! Debbie ( Louisiana) see you next time!!

[@sandeepettit696]

Thank you I needed a day on the beach❤

[@miriammacdermot5601]

Hi Sharmon! Wow. What a great variety of goodies you found this time! I loved the conch with the large unusual lip, that colorful auger and, of course, your rose murex. So happy you found that. But I must mention the beauty of all those colorful calico scallops. I sure wish we had such colorful shells like that on the west coast. Thanks for showing us that cute ghost crab. Lately I have come to realize that I really think crabs are very cute. I didn't know that ghost crabs are nocturnal. Have a great week, girl!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Aren't those calico scallops crazy pretty? I think I could probably do an entire episode of those but I'd likely do that over on Sanibel. She tends to have the best scallops 🐚

[@debbieosredkernelson13]

Such beautiful finds on this trip! Love that deep reddish scallop near the beginning and that creamsicle (orange/white) one at around 21 minutes. The rose murex is quite a find indeed.... and, at high tide in the summer! Wow!!

[@SWFBeachLife]

I should not have been finding such fabulous shells but I'll take it!

[@aleciagrant4114]

Love, love, love your beach trips! Thanks for sharing! Have a blessed week!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thanks for watching!

[@peterwhipple538]

I was surprised you weren't more excited about the orange colored banded tulip. I know you find tulip shells all the time, but most are grey. (I'd be thrilled to find any tulips.)

[@SWFBeachLife]

It's insane on a good day at the right time I can find dozens and dozens of those banded tulips. I still really like them but I think I'm now looking for ones that are REALLY different.

[@ilonamollema6467]

Dear Sharmon, I just watched this video for the second time. Thank you so much for another beautiful walk on the beach. 💙 I'm so happy for you that you found a Rose Murex. And an albino Prickly Cockle! 😘 Even though you're telling us that finding shells is low right now, you are still able to find gorgeous shells in a great abundance. I'm curious why you're finding more shells in wintertime. Do they expire more often in winter? I can't wait to see your albino shell you've found in the next video. In advance: I'm so happy for you that you found it!! I hope you have a wonderful week. Sending you all my love, and of course, a big hug!! xoxo ❤, Ilona

[@SWFBeachLife]

Hello Netherlands Beach Friend! If you liked this video you're going to like Fort Myers Beach too. I can't wait to share the shell I found. I also decided it's been a while since I've seen the East Coast of Florida, so I decided to drive across the state yesterday. There were plenty of shells, but not really a great variety and I wondered how hard it was going to be to make a video and all of a sudden the bucket list shells showed up for me! It was so exciting. It's been such a strange, but fabulous summer. I'll take it! Hugs, sunshine, health and love in huge abundance being sent your way. ❤️🐚🌴🌊

[@ilonamollema6467]

@@SWFBeachLife ❤️❤️❤️

[@MrsWorley33]

I wait for your videos every week and hate so much when they are over!

[@SWFBeachLife]

❤️

[@debklock7655]

Thanks once again for a great shelling trip! Look forward to you every Sunday nite! 😊 Thank you!

[@MommaG777]

I love FFCs so much too, so glad you grab the best ones. Love the white one in your favorites collection! 😍. Thank you for getting this Ohio girl on the beach every week! 🐚

[@SWFBeachLife]

I have since added a very stripey/zigzag FFC to the little hunk of coral I have that white shell on. They get me every time!

[@Reet64]

That was a super lovely calico clam!!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Right??! 🥰

[@stephaniemeans9675]

Hi Sharm! Thank you for sharing your videos each week. I really love watching them and look forward to each one! Stephanie

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you for coming to the beach with me!

[@lindarichie2585]

What a wonderful day at the beach ! Ghost crab hiding in the shrubs lol 😂 poor guy ! That was an unusual fighting with the lip ! Cool looking! I would love to see a whale shark ! On my bucket list ! ❤

[@SWFBeachLife]

I would faint if I got to see a whale shark out in the wild! That would be incredible.

[@lindarichie2585]

@@SWFBeachLife me too ! Lol

[@SandCoffeeRocks]

I’d be in heaven on those beaches 🏖 There’s just so many shells; love those Murexes and Florida Fighting Conks. Congratulations on that amazing Rose Murex 🌹 what a spectacular type of shell!

[@SWFBeachLife]

We need to do a trade! I promise if I ever make it down under, I will be looking you up. And if you come stateside I will show you my favorite places!

[@SandCoffeeRocks]

@@SWFBeachLife Oh yes, we will definitely need to organise a trade :D Florida shells are their own kind of magic! Also, there are so many great beaches down here... I always say that the best shells are in Western Australia, but still, the ones on the east coast are pretty awesome as well ;) I hope you make it here, and one day, I'd love to see Florida with you!

[@valerienation5095]

It was great to meet you last Saturday! Love your excitement!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Well hi there beach friend! I had a great visit to LK - I hope you did too!

[@juliamaul7334]

I somehow missed this one too. Grr! So many beautiful shells. So worth the trip. Thank you for sharing!!! 😊😊😊

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you for coming to the beach with me!

[@deedorothypapineau6920]

What a great trip to the beach! So much beachy goodness! Will you get to see the turtles hatch? I love it. Can’t wait for next Sunday. 👋🇨🇦👋

[@SWFBeachLife]

Oh my gosh I would LOVE to see a turtle nest hatch. I've gotten to see one little turtle make its way into the ocean but I do hope I get to see a whole next of those babies one of these days.

[@leslyeschoenhuth1107]

Oooo, Sea Glass, Love it.. No Bubbles or Flats or Jingles.. I like when you find those..

[@patifagan6774]

Thank you again for sharing this fantastic video

[@nancygluth9335]

I can hardly wait for Sundays to see your next videos….love them. I hope to meet you one day! Some friends and I went to Keewaydin via Hemingway shuttle for the first time in May. Very fun as the Hemingway family I found out is from Minnesota and that is where I am from (also have a small home in St Pete). It made the trip even more special. We plan to go again in the winter in hopes of finding more great shells! Have a great week!!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Well it's sure is a small world isn't it? I hope you have just as much fun the next time you visit!

[@kathyjund7212]

So wish I was there!! That alpha piece said NY!!! Eek! Glad you found the others and Rose murex. My bucket shell too!!!!

[@bonnerdebbie]

Thanks Sharmon, your videos are always awesome!!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you! I appreciate that!

[@LRWdesign]

Someday soon I will be on the boat ride in the early morning and hopefully will meet you for some beach shelling fun. 🥰

[@maureenblanos9012]

Beautiful finds !❤

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thank you! 😊

[@tammymoore-kloss9680]

Great day ! Have a great week ❤

[@joycehancock3063]

Oh I love this beach. Sooo awesome , I was going crazy watching you pass up shells that I would soooo love to find. I want to go to one of these island sooo bad. But I will never get too. I’m old, time is running out.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Living here I have to be picky. If I kept everything I picked up I'd need a storage unit for all my shells! 🤣

[@christinewilkinson3772]

It’s kind of the same thing with thrifting, you can’t assume just because someone got there first that they found everything! Go up into the upper rack line, sometimes the best stuff is in there and the other people can’t find everything!

[@SWFBeachLife]

I think rockhounding, thrifting and shelling do indeed have lots of similarities. I happen to love thrift stores too - I tend to always find the shells! 😂

[@yomama8873]

Fun trip beautiful finds thank you 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩💖💖💖💖

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thanks for coming with me! 💜

[@denisedill3552]

Awesome video, love the fighting conch, well, all of them lol

[@brigittelee9730]

I just spent a week on the Atlantic side. Watching your videos has definitely trained my eye. Found some great ones. My family was pretty impressed

[@SWFBeachLife]

That's awesome! 🐚

[@deniseyoung5385]

I could only find information on Queen Conches, but assuming that they have fairly similar life cycles, several sources said juvenile stage is from 1 month to 1 year, maturity is around 3-4 years.

[@SWFBeachLife]

There are probably more mollusks than any other critter on the planet and yet we still know so little! There are queen conch "nurseries" in Cuba so it makes sense that people would know more about them than other critters. Fascinating stuff!

[@trenttan3779]

That is a very decent haul for a summer trip! Thanks for picking up the beach trash! Imagine how nice our beaches would be if everyone does that! Looking forward to your next beach adventure!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Indeed! People picking up trash and leaving the place just a wee bit better than we arrived. I can hope to inspire others to do the same! 😃🌴🌊

[@trenttan3779]

@@SWFBeachLife You're always a great inspiration! Thank you!

[@meme8540]

Wow great finds!

[@SherryNerreau]

I would be like a kid in a candy shop with all these shells on the beach. Not something I have ever experienced. Thanks for taking us along.

[@SWFBeachLife]

It's so fun!

[@marqdee5710]

I have a soft spot for the baby shells

[@jessika5285]

You are having the best luck! My husband and I are staying in Nokomis for the week. There is almost no shells here and even at stump pass we are struggling. Mostly just calicos, slipper snails, and kitten paws.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Rough!! I was going to hit Honeymoon Island last weekend to try my luck up North again. Perhaps it was best the weather changed my plans. I am telling you - this summer has been fantastic so far with these shells!

[@jessika5285]

@@SWFBeachLife we went to honeymoon island and did pretty well! Sooo many live crown conchs to see, but it was also turban heaven!

[@SWFBeachLife]

@@jessika5285 I can’t wait to try it again!

[@amyboggs766]

Great day!

[@jeffpepple3354]

We live in Indiana, so seeing your beach and shell visits are so interesting and insightful! How long did you end up staying on the island? And what a nice collection-summer or any other season! And to find that rose murex right before departure. What a way to end the shelling portion of your day!

[@SWFBeachLife]

I took the 7:45am boat to the island and the 1pm boat back to the marina. PLENTY of time to roam, explore, shell and chat with other lovely people!

[@trishaolson6597]

I'm always looking forward to your videos!! Just need to travel that direction but it's a very long way from Eastern Oregon!!

[@SWFBeachLife]

If only there were beach teleports!

[@lexipro1643]

Love your shell patterned rash guard shirt! Where’d you find that?

[@SWFBeachLife]

You can get yourself one of those over at my pal Ali's website! www.swflshellguide.com/shelling-gear

[@Bakugou261]

another great episode 😄

[@moduleselect]

Coulda knocked me over with a jingle LOL

[@SWFBeachLife]

It was the lightest shell I could think of 😂

[@moduleselect]

@@SWFBeachLife thanks to all I’ve learned on your channel and all the awesome places I have the pleasure of exploring in SWFL, I get shell jokes! No one else I know would get it!!

[@SWFBeachLife]

@@moduleselect Shell nerds unite! 💪🏻

[@kokoskrib]

I do look forward to this weekly video… you never disappoint! Love seeing and learning about all the beach stuff you find along with the critters! Yay!!! 👏🏻 👏🏻 👏🏻 💯

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thanks so much!

[@heatherfurman5968]

Love watching you explore the beach and learning about the shells! How do you carry them all with you? How do you keep the tiny delicate ones from being crushed in a bag?

[@SWFBeachLife]

I am kind of like a beach pack mule! I have a backpack with all my water and gear on my back, then I always have a shell bag slung over my shoulder. I have a few different ones, depending on my mood or where I'm headed. Then in my shell bag I always have a little plastic hard container for my delicates (like sand dollars) or tiny shells (so I don't lose them). I've showed it in the past too! kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXqbpZSsgMmkick

[@peggylosacco8811]

Loved it ..thank you ever so much.

[@SWFBeachLife]

You are so welcome!

[@veronicavalentin9929]

Love it!!!! 😊

[@Jean2235177]

I went through all my shells earlier this week. I now know what to look for during my next trip coming up. Btw, I booked a tour with captain Jenni and let her know you sent me. 😉 can’t wait!

[@Jean2235177]

I bookmarked this shuttle service. Good to know. 👍🏻

[@SWFBeachLife]

I hope you have as much fun as I did with Jenni!

[@robertastill9296]

Great video, I can't believe all the wonderful goodies you find. I keep meaning to ask you if you know or have heard anything about Gulf Breeze Cottages when you go to Sanibel. I haven't been able to find any current info. I wondered if they were going to be able to rebuild. Any info would be appreciated Thanks and keep shelling.

[@SWFBeachLife]

I just checked Gulf Breeze Cottages on google maps and seeing as it's on the water it probably took a beating. The homes seem to be easier to get put back together than the multi-unit condos and hotels. I hope they are able to open up soon. I know there are a lot of people missing their Sanibel.

[@robertastill9296]

​@SWFBeachLife Thanks. I know it was completely destroyed except for one cottage. I just wondered if anyone you knew or maybe articles in the newspaper would have given an update on what was or is being rebuilt. Gulf Breese was such a unique and happy place. I was so thankful the lighthouse stood strong only missing the one leg. Loved you showing it.

[@tracyriordan7011]

Yayyyyyyy!! Hello Sharmon! ( :

[@SWFBeachLife]

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[@kimbolt4186]

Is there another shuttle service to Keewadin Island? They are closed the week we are there in October.

[@SWFBeachLife]

There is no other shuttle service. You would either have to get lucky with a tour or hire a private charter. I would give the 10K island a try if you're going to be in the area. The shells there are super too!

[@dpzgrigsby]

Is there any chance that conch was a West Indian Fighting conch? I have a picture and description from my shell guide but I couldn’t post it here. Very exciting if it is!

[@SWFBeachLife]

I know those West Indian Fishing Conchs exist and I've seen them at the shell shops, but I honestly haven't dove into that subject to figure out what is what with those shells. Probably about time I do that. It's been added to "the list."

[@saraclark8611]

Ugggg quickest 29 minutes of my life but I sure enjoyed every last minute of it! Beautiful shells today for sure! I know the shelling slows down in the summer and I believe you said it’s the change in wind direction is that right? Also what is defined as “summer” shelling? Or when do you start seeing the shelling pick up? I am going to Fort Myers in the beginning of September and I was curious about what to expect. Not that it truly matters because any day at the beach shelling is a fabulous day!! Thank you for the walk!!

[@SWFBeachLife]

"Summer" shelling kind of starts in April when you notice the fabulous bounty that has been November through March starts to change. Yes, the NW winds help bring the cold AND the shells to our shores. This time of year it "slows" down and we don't get to see as many varieties of the shells we get to see in the winter. A good summer storm will help kick things up a big but if I don't get a hurricane this year I'll be just fine with that!

[@saraclark8611]

@@SWFBeachLife amen to that! One thing is for sure no matter the time of year, shelling in FL will always be better than shelling in Montana 😂

[@SWFBeachLife]

@@saraclark8611 Truth. 😅

[@lindsayschilling8707]

I'm ready 😎

[@Didi-life]

Love your weekly videos here in The Netherlands. We are coming to Orlando in september. What location is a good spot for shelling? IS honeymoon Island a good place? Thank you so much and love your videos. Greetings from The Netherlands Diana. 🤗

[@SWFBeachLife]

It's a bit of a drive, but I loved my visit to Honeymoon Island and I found lots and lots of fabulous shells there. I would definitely say try the West Coast of Florida if you can!

[@jenniferdevinney541]

Any recommendations for shelling near St Petersburg? Im going down there from NC for a doctor's appointment. To make it fun I booked an extra day in the hotel to beach and hopefully shell!

[@SWFBeachLife]

As a matter of fact, I spent a morning up at Honeymoon Island and it was awesome! Here's a link so you can see what I found when I was there: kzbin.info/www/bejne/p4vGeGyubp6WhMU

[@jenniferdevinney541]

@@SWFBeachLife Thank you so much! We still have fingers crossed to visit Sanibel for two weeks in the fall! I hope Signal Inn is ready by then! I miss my happy place so much!

[@daniellearno5302]

Can you tell me where this is again? My mom and I are planning a special trip in the beginning of December and I am lost for where to go. It a trip to celebrate my life and 7 years sobriety. It's a very special trip. Mom is 75 and in excellent health. We are so excited for shelling. Please help, your recommendation would mean the world.TY

[@SWFBeachLife]

The island is Keewaydin and you can take a very reasonably priced ferry over there. Here's the website: www.hemingwaywatershuttle.com

[@daniellearno5302]

@@SWFBeachLife thank you, do you have a recommendation for where we should stay (general location) when we come. We are coming in early December. We have never been to Florida and I have no idea where to look for a good place. Some where that allows us to get to several different locations fairly easily. Thank you soooo much. We love your videos.

[@SWFBeachLife]

@@daniellearno5302 I would try something inFort Myers if you’d like to be centrally located.

[@brianaschino4903]

Sharmom, did you stop selling your shell bags? I swear you had some at one point. Thank you ☺️

[@SWFBeachLife]

I never sold shell bags - I thought about it for a hot second and quickly changed my mind. I suggest getting one from here: www.swflshellguide.com/product-page/shelling-bag-seashells-of-swfl-round-mesh Or I ordered a lovely one from Sun Sport Canvas: sunsportcanvas.com

[@patranney1561]

What do you do with all the shells

[@SWFBeachLife]

I made a whole video about my collection: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYu0h3aBeK-EkM0

[@katrinalodge6055]

Ah the voice over is back ahhhh sigh ...lol😂❤ yay

[@SWFBeachLife]

Like I could be quiet..... 😂

[@nicoledscroggins]

I am planning a trip soon to the same place that you’re at now but I would really like to meet up with you and go with you and my daughter and my best friend. Please let me know if that’s possible I’m a huge fan of yours

[@SWFBeachLife]

I wish I could accommodate everyone but my schedule is a little crazy with my job AND doing these videos weekly 😃 You never know though - I have met quite a few subscribers on the beach and on tours!

[@maggiebrown9690]

So I’m just a little curious, what was the weight of your shell bag lol. Thanks again for another beautiful shelling adventure video!

[@SWFBeachLife]

Today it was a little heavy - all those fighting conchs I can't resist!

[@eileencarpenter5209]

What do you have om your feet at the beach?

[@SWFBeachLife]

I've yet to find the perfect beach shoe, but these are what I wear to protect my feet at the beach: amzn.to/3wIwanv

[@ajgebicki]

I would love to see another Venice shark tooth video. I had a lot of success at the dog park there. I had my scooper and went into the water where all the shells pile up, and picked the shells up and dumped them on the beach. I sorted it out, I was there for 4 hours and got around 200 teeth, Although this was in the winter. Love your videos!

[@SWFBeachLife]

My husband and I were going to go up to check out Honeymoon Island last weekend but we got rained out. I'll have to see if we can swing up by Venice one of these days. We did enjoy the tooth hunting when we went!

[@ittybittykittymama7582]

Good evening (again) Beach Angel! This is truly an embarrassment of riches, seashell style! So glad you got so many fine shells in the early summer! Does a net help when you're surf shelling? A bargello point calico clam! How lovely it would be to make a needlepoint pattern from that shell! What a pillow that would make! Congrats on the sea glass, girl! Beautiful murexes! Great rose murex find for your bucket list, too! You're an amazing garbage collector, as well! Who'd have guessed? Wonderful trip today, Angel! Thanks for taking me along! Love from the Lost Mermaid

[@SWFBeachLife]

Oh Keewaydin was great fun. It's been a "funny" summer so far with a lot more shells showing up than I'm expecting. But what a fun surprise for me, each time finding much more than I anticipated!

[@marie-sophie4]

My favourite time of the week is to go to the beach with you ! And it never disappoints with that awesome little crab fella, that amazing calico clam and the rose murex ! Thank you so much for shrimp your wonderful paradise with us ! 🏖️🐚😎🩵🦀

[@SWFBeachLife]

Why aren't other people that live here not at the beach all the time??? 🤔 I don't know how they stay away!

[@tracyriordan7011]

​@@SWFBeachLifeMe either! Lol! ( :

[@bethhaas9859]

It always goes by too fast!!! Thanks again, Sharmon.❤❤

[@WilhelminaHelenaPaulineMarie]

I just loved the specimens this episode!! Summer may b slower but the certain specimens u found this round were fantastic...on all the species. My fav was the dark colored auger and the black discolored bibalve. Thank u for another fantastic trip!! Also if i may suggest...i am in love with oyster bivalves. Id like to c some every now and then if u find any. I do c them in the background at some points. I love their uneven surfaces and bumpiness!! Lol. I use several of them for bowls.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thanks for the oyster suggestion. I tend to concentrate on the shells that I like but I also like knowing what others would like to see 😉

[@LisaRowe-w8f]

I can only get from Dallas to SWF every 2-3 years or for a special occasion. I can sit on a shell pile for hours and be in my happy place. I look forward to shelling with you every Sunday. It makes me so happy and relaxes me for the next week. I so appreciate your videos. Thank you so much.

[@SWFBeachLife]

Thanks so much for choosing to spend your time with me at the beach!

[@maureengulat6331]

Never will I lose my interest for these ocean shell gems!❤🐚❤️

[@SWFBeachLife]

Same!!! I can't even walk the beach - I creep looking for things!

[@guadalupeknippen528]

Fantastic shells today!! So fun searching for that perfect shell. I'll be waiting for next video.

[@shellstories]

That FFC almost has the shape of a Hawk-wing conch, very cool. I think the high tide line is the most underrated area of the beach for shelling. I think most people just assume it's picked over when in reality most people think the same thing, and it goes unsearched. I found my largest Sanibel wentletrap to date at noon under seaweed in the high wrack line near Sanibel lighthouse, so you just never know. Can't wait to see your albino find next week! (Wild guess: is it a double albino prickly cockle?)

[@SWFBeachLife]

You are close on your albino guess - it is hinged. And epic!! And I will take that high wrack line story to heart and try to remember to check it out more often. That's where I found all those seahorses over on Sanibel.

[@agds91078]

Hello my seashelling friend!! I’ve missed your calming beachy videos so much and I can’t wait to binge watch and get caught back up. Sending starfish hugs and mermaid kisses from your Kentucky mermaid ❤

[@SWFBeachLife]

I'm wearing starfish earrings right now. Found them at a thrift store and couldn't resist! Hugs and sunshine to you from FL!

[@janerigg2892]

I am so sad when your video is over. I wait all week for you.

[@deborahgaylord7098]

This was a pleasant walk on the beach. Thank you. Been raining on the east coast off and on all week.