Why is Sanibel Island shelling so great?
Unlike most barrier islands in Florida which run north to south, Sanibel Island lies east to west. The island and other nearby islands, including Captiva Island, form a large plateau that reaches out into the Gulf of Mexico. This unique and wonderful geography of the island acts as like a giant shovel when the waves wash up its abundance of shells. What you’ll need: Bring a bucket or a net bag. Ive used a recyclable grocery bag, and even my pockets, when I’ve decided to do a little last minute shelling on many of our great Florida beaches. A scoop is another wonderful tool to have. Wear lightweight shoes when walking on the beach. Shoes make it easier to shuffle for hidden shells and scaring away sting-rays. The sting-rays are common in the area, especially in the summer months. Some shell seekers have been spotted on the beach at the crack of dawn with head light hats. What a great idea, if I could only get up that early! The Best Beaches: For smaller shells visit Lighthouse Beach and
