What if there are no shells? Change locations, look harder but stay happy!
What if there are no shells? I usually say there is always SOMETHING to find, but I tried my luck at 3 different locations before the beaches decided to share. No matter what happens though, a day at the beach is a great day!
SHELLING DATE: February 16, 2026
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