Low tide on a beach can fill previously empty areas with whelks, scallops, olives, and sand dollars. These are pushed ashore ...

Tucked between the Gulf of Mexico and Tampa Bay, Shell Key Preserve is one of Florida’s largest and most pristine barrier islands; in a state facing increasing commercialization of natural areas, it’s ...

This Gulf Coast destination blends small-town charm with coastal adventure.

Tucked between the Gulf of Mexico and Tampa Bay, Shell Key Preserve is one of Florida’s largest and most pristine barrier islands; in a state facing increasing commercialization of natural areas, it’s ...

These Southwest Florida beaches are known for incredible shelling, where Gulf currents and tides bring rare seashells ...

Sara Breault is a prominent shell collector and photographer in Southwest Florida. Breault advises new shellers to search in the water during low tide for the best finds. She has found two rare ...