Dr. Pete Stimpson wanted to be a marine biologist when he was younger, but he became a doctor instead. The interest never quite left him, as he began to collect shells after a trip to Tahiti in 1988.

There are a set of dos and don’ts for ethically collecting shells at the beach and Kristen Williams, known online at The Seashell Mermaid, shared her tips for optimizing their success.

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 wants to take home. Or even a live sand dollar, which ...

Shelling doesn’t really have a season – whether winter or summer, seashells still wash ashore. But if you ask anyone who enjoys shelling as a hobby, they’ll typically recommend the fall and winter ...

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 ...