There's something exotic about walking along an ocean beach, whether it is deserted and pristine or crowded with beachcombers and sun-worshippers. The waves that reach its shores bring tidings from distant lands. The treasures that appear on them spark curiosity and interest. Persistent hunter-birds, stealthy mini-crabs, and strange, unusual shells are just some of the finds as you walk along the shore. There are times when you are the only person walking along what seems to be a timeless beach. At other times, teaming crowds of people drawn to the sun and high rises built for their view surround you. Each scenario can be a pleasant experience when you in the right mood for it. The beaches of Florida were one of the focuses of my January visit. The photos in this post range from the crowded beaches of Marco Island to the quiet Sombrero Beach of Marathon in the Keys. Each of them had their allure.
While I was traveling , I found an fantastic book that I'd like to share with you. "Florida's Living Beaches: A Guide for the Curious Beachcomber" by Blair and Dawn Witherington is a book that I'd recommend that you have with you before you start exploring the beaches. It is well-illustrated (including a diagram of beaches and where the best beachcombing finds are,and has photos of shells, flora and fauna, man-made items that appear on shore, and many other bits of information. I don't usually promote a book, but this is a "must-have" if you're going to spend Florida beach-time.
Thank you for visiting, please come again. In the meantime, may your travels be interesting and enjoyable.
Kerry
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