Sea Glass Hunting On Cape Breton Island For The Best Sea Glass & Pottery! Reds, Blues Marbles, More!

Hi Everyone!
It was an absolutely stellar day for digging through the pebbles out on the shorelines, I was blown away by all the surprise finds and will remember this amazing adventure forever!
Plenty of insightful Sea Glass Archaeology in this episode with hopes to enhance the beachcombing experience for all my treasure hunting friends across the globe!
I'm extremely grateful for everyone's positive support & love, Thank you! 🌄
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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 more than 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

[@oceanluvngal]

Discovering that big red... What a moment!!! It's like the beach was saying "You think those three little reds are special, well watch this!!" LOL

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

So true! 🌅 I still am in disbelief...despite my belief in the laws of positive attraction this one is beyond fathomable!

[@sionaharrop4486]

I’m very impressed by your knowledge, so interesting to hear where the sea glass and pottery comes from. Great finds of the Red Sea glass and marbles. Such a beautiful beach to go to ❤️🇦🇺xxx

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi there Siona! 🌅 Thank you so much for sharing your time & enjoying my adventures! 🧡 I love to share the beachcombing experience I enjoy & it brings me so much joy knowing the knowledge and passion shared is appreciated. That fourth red while I was taking a photo will be one I’ll never forget and tell of its story often. I wasn’t a believer in “the laws of attraction” until this occurrence as Red Sea glass is not something I expect to see on my shorelines, as you might of noticed from my videos. Hugs! 🌅

[@bernadettepierce8020]

It’s a happy sea glass day. I know I’m enjoying it ❤ So much beautiful red. Various marbles are quite interesting. I believe I needed this beach day! You make it fun for the rest of us also 😊 😎🤷🏼‍♀️ Thank you Mike. Many Blessings as always 🌊💦🤗🤗hugs and love Sent your way. I’m praying for safety for all my friends and family in the days ahead. Look up from where our help comes 🙏🏻

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Your kind words and blessings mean so very much to me Bernadette!🌅 Thank you so much for caring about me and my family as if we are your family!🙏 🧡🧡🧡

[@peggycapobianco1056]

Really alot of great finds today. All those reds, amazing. Thanks

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks for enjoying this most recent adventure Peggy! 🧡 It’s a day I’ll never forget & still can’t believe! ❤️

[@karenmacdonald1359]

Love hearing the history behind the sea glass or pottery- that blue pottery piece is a favourite of mine! I have been lucky to have found a couple like that.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m so glad to hear you as well appreciate the pottery shards were fortunate to recover out on Cape Breton Island Karen! 🌅 Beachcombing out this way can yield some historical finds! Lucky for us there’s an abundance of 18th century ceramics recovered out at Louisbourg which are available to be viewed by the public!

[@nolagranolabar]

Looks like you hit the jackpot in this video with all the marbles and Red Sea glass! 👍🏻😁❤️

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks Nola! 🧡 I’m glad you enjoyed this video compilation Nola!💫 I absolutely encounter plenty of marbles on my walks!☀️ That antique bicycle reflector was quite the score! ❤️

[@tinaharbit1806]

Love how beautiful all the sea glass is!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks Tina! 🌅 This was an absolutely stellar day for hunting sea glass!

[@jadacooper6513]

I always smile when I watch your videos!! Your enthusiasm is awesome!!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Awwe! You’re so sweet Jada!🧡 Thank you so much for enjoying my adventures…and letting me know you enjoy them as well!💫 Hugs hugs Jada! 🧡❤️

[@rondabaggett942]

Killer finds! Killer enthusiasm! You rock!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m so glad you enjoy your enthusiasm Ronda! 🌅 While I live life passionately it’s impossible to not get excited with finds like these! ❤️

[@SaltwaterSean]

This is amazing!!!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi there Sean! I’m so glad you enjoyed my adventure and the finds from this sea glass hunt! 🌅 It’s a day I’ll remember forever! 💫

[@patifagan6774]

Absolutely stunning

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I agree Pati! 🌠 Thanks for enjoying my adventure! 🙏

[@daisymay4183]

What a great sea glass day reds marbles and i love the purple piece with a pattern just lovely. You should write a book on sea glass and your finds. I would definitely buy it. 📝

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks Daisy May! 🧡 It was a stellar day, I’m still just at a loss over how that Red shard was in the exact background when I was taking the photo...I’ve actually self published a small book on Sea Glass however do nothing to promote it! 🌠 It’s well received and does extremely well during tourist season!

[@ruthabrahams7821]

@@SeaGlassArchaeology If you ever decide to sell it online, please let us know. I would definitely want a copy!

[@lisabillard8049]

Wow such beautiful finds! The reds are so rare and you found four lol!!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi there Lisa! 🌅 It was quite a stellar afternoon for tiny sea marbles & extra tiny reds! 💫 I don’t remember the last time I found a red which wasn’t plastic or ceramics however I’ll definitely remember this Beachcombing adventure for a long time to come! ❤️ Thanks for watching my video! 🙏

[@mariebonfiglio2063]

Great job. All the glass are beautiful with there own little story. Thank you, congratulations and good luck on your next adventure. Ps. Your dogs are gorgeous....

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi Marie! 🌅 Thank you so much for your kind words and well wishes! 🧡 Dogs bring so much joy and energy to our lives! 💫

[@lindsayb2629]

Thank you for another fun video. You're actually one of the reasons my family and I are going to Cape Breton at the end of May for a camping trip! You are an amazing ambassador for your little piece of Heaven ❤

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

How nice of you to say Lindsay! 🌅 I’m not sure exactly where you’ll be staying however love to help whenever possible! I’ve learned the best spots out this way are the old coal mining towns within “Industrial Cape Breton” While the highlands and Cabot Trail are globally renowned, outside of Inverness beach, there’s not an abundance of sea glass as it’s never had the populations (and thus rubbish) as towns such as Glacé Bay or The North side! Best of luck!

[@lindsayb2629]

@@SeaGlassArchaeology thanks for your help. That is very generous of you! We're staying at the KOA in North Sydney. I'm really looking forward to exploring. I've never been before, so lots to see. But yes, lots of seaglass hunting, too!!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

@@lindsayb2629 I always have success picking “Indian” and the spot at the end of “Lamonds” street (Lockman’s beach) is worth checking out! 😉 picking in accordance with tide charts definitely helps as well!

[@lindsayb2629]

@@SeaGlassArchaeology thank-you! I'll be sure to show you my treasures when our trip is done!

[@roserocks1979]

The little pieces add up!Four red's is very rare,and the four marbles.It must've been your lucky day.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks Roseanne! 🌅 I was absolutely blown away at these finds but still can’t come to terms with finding that red piece when photographing & was thinking to myself how crazy it would of been to of not noticed until later that evening when viewing my photos! I believe in the laws of attraction however the beach is so huge it’s surreal.

[@roserocks1979]

@@SeaGlassArchaeology yw

[@colombecouture7974]

Wow, it's amazing how old some of those sea glass pieces can be. Thank you again for bringing us with you.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi there Colombe! Thank you so much for taking the time to enjoy my adventure! 🧡

[@ruthabrahams7821]

What a wonderful search today- 4 marbles, 4 reds, a true purple, and many other lovely pieces!!! Unbelievable! We had tickets & plans to travel to Nova Scotia this summer, but being from the States, I don’t think it will happen. We’ll just have to look forward to 2022. Thanks for taking us on another adventure! 🙏

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed my adventure Ruth and sad with respect to how our boarders remain closed. 🧡 Quite a few of my friends live in the United States and had plans to visit these past few seasons postponed as well. I’m eternally optimistic for 2022 and what the future holds! 🌅 Hugs my friend! 🧡

[@ruthabrahams7821]

@@SeaGlassArchaeology One question- when you show those dangerous cliffs, it makes me wonder how you make it safely down to the shore. Are there safe access points?

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Great question Ruth as many shoreline beaches out this way can prove difficult to access. I do have a particular spot to descend where the degree of difficulty varies depending on the conditions & have seen teenagers take the much riskier avenue and repel!

[@katherinewiseman9707]

Fascinating! Thanks as ever. :)

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thank you Katherine! 🌅 I appreciate your support and time watching my adventure! 🧡

[@tinkerbellblue5142]

I’m living my beach life through you at the moment, we are still on full lockdown on our Island, Covid numbers here are very high,😟 so thanks for sharing 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🥰🥰

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’m so glad to share this adventure however quite sorry to hear of this full lockdown Tinkerbell! 🧡 One day we’ll look back and this will be a memory for us all, hopefully that time is just around the corner! 🙏

[@Catheter_urmom]

I don’t live close to a beach, but I live right across from a creek. I like to look for and pick up glass, even though they’re not aged as well as yours. I love these videos :)

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi there Gracie! 🌅 I’m glad to hear you live close to nature where you can escape the world and hunt for treasures, no matter the colour or condition! 🧡 Thanks so much for letting me know you enjoy my sea glass adventures! 🙏 It means a lot to me! 🧡

[@neesr13]

Hi Mike!! When I lived in Las Vegas I delivered newspapers to a higher end neighborhood and I was usually the first to see the treasure on the curb on trash day. Since I drove a small pickup with a camper shell, I was able to get goodies and no one knew of my klepto-like actions. Fun stuff, yes??? Would you entertain the idea of using your super special teeny finds to make jewelry? I would LOVE that purple privacy class or smallest cats eye marble (I am an obsessed cat lady). Superb video with lots of finds and facts.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Thanks for sharing a bit of yourself and adventures in salvaging Neesr! 🙏 I bet you encountered some very unique items, both large and small ( all of which I’d love to hear more about!). Out this way once a year we have “ heavy pickup “ where anything which is not an environmental hazard is acceptable. As the population aged and left for work many homes sat filled with original contents and were then sold at tax sales when the new owners placed the entire contents to the curb side. I love to help whenever possible and have been making simple sea glass jewelry for over a decade. These two finds you mentioned would look absolutely stunning if properly set (such as a bezel) while I’ve no experience with silversmithing I’ve set hundreds of marbles on simple sterling silver (bail) setting so that could be a possibility! 🌅

[@neesr13]

@@SeaGlassArchaeology Currently I am learning to make bezel settings in SS and even purchased an actual Thames garnet from Sy_finds.

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I’d be happy to send this purple shard your way, feel free to send an email my way! 🌅🧡🌅 [e-mail]

[@neesr13]

@@SeaGlassArchaeology

[@jessicasheppard2339]

I've never seen a brown cod bottle! I'm going to have to look them up now!

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hey there Jess! I’ve never seen the bottles amber brown however I’ve seen the marbles inside the necks to be this shade (cobalt blue as well!)

[@kastah]

Can you point the camera at the rocks you are scanning into?? Then we too can discover things at the spot, now we have to wait until you walk to the camera!! :-) (well, you do both, but...)

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Hi there Inger! I’m not exactly sure I follow. Do you mean “Point of view”?

[@kastah]

@@SeaGlassArchaeology sometimes you put the camera at some distance and "runs" back to it to show us what you picked up:-) Love your entusiastic way and that you are "teacthing" us!!! :-)

[@raewynrush6754]

Moon wise what is best time to look for seaglass and please tell me what you do with all your seaglass

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Great question Raewyn! ⭐️ Our planets tides are governed primarily by the gravitational pull of the moon and its lunar cycle. Every “new” & “Full” moon the gravitational pull of our Sun is becomes an added factor & creates a maximum tidal variance known as a “spring tide” which is the optimal time to hunt treasures as much more shoreline will be exposed (and will have cycled). During “quarter moons” we experience a more minimal difference from high to low tide. If we google search; “any town name” + tide charts, it should take you to sites with display these tide differences in a simple to read (and understand manner) I’m so glad you brought this up and will absolutely address it further in an upcoming video in hopes to help all my Beachcombing friends out there! 🌅

[@wabi_sabi8765]

I just have a question about sea glass. What is the difference between sea foam and sea glass?

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

Great question Jessica! When I mention “sea foam” it’s in reference to a specific colour of sea glass which is more on the green side of the “aqua” spectrum. Actual Sea foam (bubbles) are caused by agitated sea water where higher concentrations of organic materials such as algae are present. (I’ve learned sea foam is quite dirty and doesn’t leave the skin feeling nice at all). I hope this bit of info helps, sorry for any confusion with my terminologies! 🌅

[@cleot151]

Evolution Covid sorry guys

[@SeaGlassArchaeology]

I know times are difficult for us all Sharon. 🌊 We’re all gonna make it through this. 💙 One day at a time the sun seems to shine more & more! 🌅 Hugs!