A version of this story was originally published in 2023. Before you hit the Jersey Shore this summer, it may be wise to think twice if you happen upon a massive whelk shell on the beach that your kid ...

Ask people who have strolled the Gulf Coast beaches of Florida and they'll tell you "shelling" is a serious pastime, with thousands of beachgoers sifting daily though miles of shells left behind by ...

It’s probably the most asked question by beachcombers hoping to snag an oceanic souvenir: Where is the best place to find seashells? Of course, everyone has their own opinion on where and when to find ...

Ocean Beach restaurant owners say they’ve collected thousands of oyster shells this summer for a program that will use them to rebuild local marine habitats and the Long Island oyster population. Six ...

The ocean rarely raises its voice. Instead, it leaves behind signs — subtle, intricate and enduring — for those willing to ...