SHELL HAUL from Massachusetts North Shore: Plum Island, Crane Beach + More!

This past winter, I traveled to various spots along the North Shore of Massachusetts to collect shells, and do some beach-combing. Here are some of the places I visited!
INFO on Plum Island Beach closures: www.fws.gov/refuge/parker-river
INFO on Piping Plover's: www.newburyport.com/piping-pl...

[@myunknownland9272]

You are so fortunate to find so manygorgeous shells. Thanks for taking us along. I love that you have clean language with no bad langage. So lovely and rezectul. Love from Australia.

[@felixzapata9058]

Love the sound of the stones as the waves hit and sends them knocking against each other. Beautiful finds and get some hot 'something' to end your day...and thanx for letting me tag along...in 4K, of course...!!!!......Hi to Ukie!!!

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Hi friend, thanks so much for watching(in 4K!) 💙🐚

[@19sman74]

Those dark blue shells are stunning! Staining or not….wow!!!

[@ellen6229]

Plum Island 💕 Thank You 😊

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Thank you for watching!

[@23Josilee]

Pitted and scarred...and I would keep it, yes I would !!! they have wondrous stories to tell. Do love those huge moon snails. Thanks for taking us along...always enjoy your shell hunts.

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Thank you so very much for watching! 🐚💙

[@swirlinember1974]

I love your calm demeanor and timing in filming the shells. And info is wonderful to hear.

[@myunknownland9272]

So well said.

[@philt1658]

We live near Crane Beach and go walking there year round. It is one of the best beaches in the country. Even in the summer it is possible to get away from the crowds and enjoy the pretty scenery all around. The water is nice and clear, but a bit on the cold side for swimming. Enjoy your videos. Thank you.

[@solaceinshelling6552]

This was actually my first time at this location(though I have frequented Plum Island often). It is a very beautiful spot , indeed! Thanks for watching!

[@chrisbgifford7387]

Great piece of sea glass. I liked the sand picture at the beginning of Plum Island and wave or water motion on Crane Beach. Beautiful area.

[@Julianne955]

Loving the beautiful deep sea scallop with the rays, and the one that has a great story to tell! That Coca piece of sea glass...the Triton. What a great hunt! Thank you for sharing it with us. Have a lovely week!

[@solaceinshelling6552]

I love when the Deep Sea Scallops have spectral rays - they are pretty uncommon finds. Thanks so much for watching!

[@jkperdue1109]

Luvd the first big yellow scallop. Beautiful Reminded me of the Shell gas station signs

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Thanks so much for watching! 🐚

[@jkperdue1109]

@@solaceinshelling6552 Np I find your channel fascinating, educational, fun. Like a treasure hunt 😄

[@victoriaolsen5726]

LOVED this! Yes, you have really elevated yourself in your videography (again) and providing the appropriate amount of info. It's fun finding the unusual where you haven't seen it before. Here in SoCal we have been finding unique shells and marine life since our beaches have taken a massive beating with the atmospheric rivers that have hit our coastline. Thanks for bringing us along - really love those blue moons - beautiful all around! Always look forward to your videos 😎

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Hello! Thank you so much for this valuable feedback - it is really appreciated! Socal is on my bucket list 🐚 Thanks for watching!

[@FloridaBeachWalks]

Such beautiful northern shells! Loved that Coke glass too. Enjoy all your northern beach trips (Plum Island especially) 😍

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Hi shell friend! Northern shells can sometimes be a little rougher around the edges, than FL shells, but they can also be quite beautiful. I am loving all of your recent content in SE Florida, and Palm Beach! Thank you so much for watching 💙

[@FloridaBeachWalks]

@@solaceinshelling6552 Oh I love that rustic look-reminds me of distressed decor which I love 😍 Thx, it’s been a fun journey so far with KZbin 👍🏼👍🏼

[@fredamoore1743]

Wonderful video. Those dark moons, wow! My favorite are those deep sea scallops. They are just awesome. Even that really pitted one is so unique! I really liked the pelicans foot. Never saw one before. I love watching the cold water shelling with Jamie at Plum Island. I am a sucker for the beautiful sand dollars there. So different from our SC 5 hole key hole. And the sand patterns on those beaches are gorgeous! Thanks for the fun vid. Have a great week!

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Cold water shell species can indeed be some of the most beautiful - it's just often requires a little more effort to find them, haha. Shelling in New England is awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@parula321]

You production level is off the charts bro! Well done! Its amazing to see you blossom into this master "shelling youtuber". Now its time to go shelling in the indo pacific somewhere for some big boy shelling lol

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Thanks dude, I really appreciate the positive feedback! I'd love to get over to shell in the Indo-Pacific, but that's quite a jump - someday! Thanks for watching!

[@tonistephic]

What beautiful shells. The moon's with deep dark blue are amazing. The swirling in the sand was very awesome as well. The sights and sounds of the ocean are so calming and relaxing. Thank you for the video.

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Thanks so much for watching, friend! 🐚💙

[@debblair5761]

Beautiful shells, especially the moon snails. Beautiful beaches too

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@sandierads4223]

Beautiful finds my friend. Thanks for taking us all along. I haven’t been to Crane beach in years. I loved going on a virtual shelling walk with you. I have been in my wheelchair mostly this week because my pain has been out of this world terrible but hoping I will be standing soon so I can get out there and try to shell again.

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Hi friend, it makes me happy to see that you enjoy the virtual beach/shell walks. I hope you feel better soon, and can get out there to shell - nature is incredibly healing 💙🐚

[@saraclark8611]

I watch Jamie, from Plum Island Sea Cabin and absolutely love this beach! So excited to see this location when your video hit utube! So many beautiful moons! Thank you so much for the beautiful day at the beach!

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Plum Island Sea Cabin is an awesome channel. Jamie has put in a lot of effort to highlight the beauty of this location! Thanks so much for watching! 🐚

[@oceanluvngal]

Lovely assortment of shells, and beautiful footage of the beaches you visited.

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@helenfritzie]

Love those humongous moon shells! Sure hope you can find some whole Iceland scallops! And as I am typing this I am watching the video of Shelling in a Storm and you found one! Yeah! So pretty! Happy shelling!

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Interesting observation! So I have never found an Iceland Scallop at Plum Island, though I have heard they have been found there before! The Iceland Scallops I have found in Maine are all from an offshore fossil deposit that's part of a larger geological feature called the Presumpscot Formation, here in Maine. Essentially, these Iceland Scallops are fossil shells that have been buried in blue clay sediments for quite a long time, and washed ashore - notice that most of them are all dark grey/blue! Thanks so much for watching!

[@kims4529]

What a spectacular collection! I'm especially partial to the dee sea scallops & you found a couple of real beauties!

[@solaceinshelling6552]

I don't normally find that many Deepsea Scallops at Plum Island, especially in the rocks! This was quite a surprise. Thanks for watching!

[@robinsegnitz3649]

Dude you totally scored at Plum Island. That small purple Northern Moon is gorgeous! Also, the Juvenile Pelicans Foot, so rare and beautiful! Thanks for sharing your adventures. It makes me homesick for the beach. 😊

[@solaceinshelling6552]

I have been to Plum Island quite a few times over the past 15 years to shell - this was definitely one of the best trips for sure! Thanks so much for watching!

[@robinsegnitz3649]

@@solaceinshelling6552 it’s my pleasure each and every week. The music and scenery carry me away to the beach with you.

[@brendagroff8478]

Love your gorgeous shells.

[@josephrogers1864]

" sneaker waves "😆

[@anitawilhite]

Good to see you Bryan. I have missed your videos. Wow such beautiful shells. Those blue northern moon snails are beautiful. I know most of them will fade after they are exposed to the air but they are beautiful. I love your videos. They are so peaceful. Stay safe and take care.

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Hello! Unfortunately, those dark blue moon's do fade a little bit, but they are still so beautiful! Thanks for watching!

[@douglasstemke2444]

I see. This is your American Pelicans foot. That is incredible. I know a guy who once found one in the Bay of Fundy. Congratulations!

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Yes! Well, it's one of two that I have found in like 15 years, lol. Ironically, both shells were found at Plum Island! These shells are out there in the Gulf of Maine, they are just super uncommon. Thanks for watching!

[@aliceelbradey6278]

So beautiful there love the shells 🐚

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Thank you for watching!

[@FindingPebbles]

Nice. I find peace in finding crystals and gemstones along the seashore up here in Canada.

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@jdeb7734]

I have been finding bay scallops at Wollaston Beach in Quincy. I think it shows that the water is getting cleaner from back in the 80s and 90s.

[@solaceinshelling6552]

This is really interesting - I'll have to check out that location some time! Thanks for watching!

[@sandeepettit696]

Beautiful ❤

[@lisacoyne1537]

Ty for sharing. I enjoy all your videos. 🐚

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Thank you for watching!

[@thebexcomplex]

Me at: 19:43. You immediately after "I think I'm going to keep this one." Ok, we can stay friends

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Thank you, shell frannd! 🐚💙

[@denisesorchidparadise1411]

peaceful video

[@nadiavista7555]

You can also collect and do a give away when you reach a certain amount of subscribers. I see some KZbin shellers do that. It’s perfect cause you can collect keep, sell or give away. 😊

[@nandrews511]

Such a pretty day...Love your channel.

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Thank you so much for the support, friend! 💙🐚

[@patifagan6774]

Enjoyed this vide. Good work

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@kathyjund7212]

The whole treasure reveal would look great here in my so cali livingroom! What fabulous finds..from the moons and Neptune pieces to sea glass and angel wings! Thank you

[@solaceinshelling6552]

It's a New England shell bonanza! Thanks for watching!

[@ravensdotter6843]

Beautiful haul!

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Thanks for watching!

[@thebexcomplex]

Great haul, Bryan! Love your videos, as always!

[@millabird]

Enjoyed the video! It looked like you walked from Crane Beach on to Steep Hill Beach, where the schooner wreck can be seen at low tide.

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Ahh yes, I am not too familiar with these areas in Mass, but I did walk quite a distance north on Crane. Thanks for watching!

[@dawnwilkinson8717]

Thank you so much for recording such a beautiful video. I love the different shells you find and you are always introducing us to new shells which is great. Thank you.

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Since creating this channel a few years ago, it has always been my objective to get to as many places as I am able to shell and share the experience! Thanks for coming along, friend!

[@mattwalter3571]

Beautiful video as always!! Loved the blue moon snails 😍. Such amazing finds and beautiful days!! Thanks for sharing

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Thanks so much for watching!

[@veronicavalentin9929]

No! The green moonsnail!

[@ztag1p]

Beautiful beach walk! Love love love the blue moon snails and the American Pelican’s foot is reminiscent of the Wentzel Trap shell. Fun day!

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Thank you so much for watching, friend!

[@Justfollowthecrumbs]

The size of those moon snails let alone the colour, amazing.

[@solaceinshelling6552]

They certainly are amazing shells - thank you so much for watching!

[@MsKimmy678]

Wow

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Thanks for watching!

[@minettam1]

Great finds! I loved some of the shark eyes you left behind. Beautiful colors! You still need to get a Rubbermaid or Tupperware container for your small and delicate shells!

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Yes, this is such great advice! It's so funny... my entire collection at home pretty much exists in an assortment of tupperware containers 🤣 Thanks for watching!

[@donnajohnson3334]

@@solaceinshelling6552 Ok, mine "lived" inside a popcorn can for a decade and more. I think you have a wonderful collection. Tiny shells I keep in fly/ tackle clear boxes.Also got crafters divided boxes for $1.00 at Dollar Tree. Whatever floats your boat.

[@gaylescovel7308]

Oh man, i so would have kept that giant one! 😍🤩 There's a gal who shellacs those to keep the blue from fading. Or mabe its a spray shellac? I so enjoy these longer videos too❣ THANKYOU ❣

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Every once in a while I'm able to put together a longer one! I'll keep this feedback in mind! Thanks for watching!

[@guadalupeknippen528]

Those blue moon shells are beautiful. Does the blue color fade after it dry? Fantastic! 🐥🐰🐣🌷🐤🐇🌻

[@solaceinshelling6552]

This is a great question! I have actually found that most of the darker stained moons do fade with time. Interestingly, I have also noticed that some of them appear more vividly colored on grey/cloudy days, lol. It may have something to do with the way in which light interacts with the shell at the molecular level. Thanks for watching!

[@donnajohnson3334]

Thanks for this. I liked all these shells. I was always curious to see cold water shells. I especially found the Neptunes fascinating !. What was the big orange bivave called ?. It was large like a lion's paw, yet I'm not familiar with it.

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Hello, the bivalve is called a Deepsea Scallop! One valve is almost exclusively white or neutral colored, and the other valve is usually red. Though I have found some that are red with spectral lines, pink, purple-ish, and even orange! Thanks for watching!

[@dottiehelton2975]

Put your faults angel wing the one that’s connected in your connected clamshell, it will protect it

[@solaceinshelling6552]

This is great advice 😃 Thank you for watching!

[@sarahmackey6471]

Oh my gosh! Great finds. Out of curiosity how much time did you spend on Plum Island during that trip with all the awesome scores? You really lucked out! Congratulations!🎉

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Hello! On this particular shelling trip, I believe I spent about 3 hours shelling there. It probably also helped that I made the trip mid-week. This was definitely one of the best shelling days I have had on Plum Island recently! Thanks for watching!

[@michellepodunavac5040]

are there different shells in the spring/summer or are the same shells there i n the warmer months??

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Yep, you'll find the same species of shells year round here. However, shelling is most often best in the fall, or winter after storms. I will caveat this by saying the best time to shell, is of course, any time you are able to get to the beach! Thanks for watching!

[@jesscamcneely780]

What do you do for a living? I would love to travel and find shells everyday.

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Hi friend! I've been working in tech/start up for about 10 years now. I do dedicate much of my free time to shelling(because I enjoy it so much)! I have family in both Maine, and Florida which is why I feature so much content from those places. Occasionally, I will travel to other places as well when I am able! Thanks for watching!

[@beckygruening1000]

Do the moon’s keep that dark blue color?

[@solaceinshelling6552]

I have found that some of the moons with the darker staining do end up fading over time. Interestingly, some of the moons in my collection will appear more vibrant on cloudy days - very strange, lol Thanks for watching!

[@beckygruening1000]

@@solaceinshelling6552 Thanks - Have always wondered. Really enjoy your shelling videos. ♥️

[@williamthomson638]

Why don't you wear Wellies with warm socks so you can walk in the wTer?

[@monicaeaton8860]

Have u ever thought about selling your shells like most other KZbinr do? You have so many u don’t keep them, there were tons u picked up in this one video that all of us were like “omg! I would love that shell” ur followers would probably buy in a heartbeat. Those blue moon snails especially. Just don’t sell for $25 each cuz those people are talking crazy hahahaha

[@solaceinshelling6552]

Hello! Interestingly, many of the shells I collect while filming I actually leave back on beach, lol. I try to be mindful of what I take home with me because my general collection is pretty big. I usually only keep specimens that are unique/rare or in very good condition. I know a lot of other KZbinrs sell their shells, but I would probably just return some to nature at the beach, or donate. Thanks for watching!

[@monicaeaton8860]

I would totally buy a blue just sayin….. Lol