The Basics of Shell Collecting

Sandy beaches and warm weather have attracted people to the ocean for centuries. While many flock to activities like surfing, swimming, snorkeling and scuba diving, just as many are drawn to a favorite pastime of all ages: collecting seashells.

Shell collecting is defined as the practice of finding and identifying mollusk shells. Its a hobby that attracts people of all agessome so much that it becomes an obsession or even a career path. Children and vacationers alike enjoy finding shells and...