Petrified wood is one of the many wonderful treasures that you can find on the beaches here in Ocean Shores and in many other places worldwide. It is
Is a Rock Only a Rock?
Unless we are geologists or are able to somehow cut a stone open and determine the makeup of a rock, we have to look at what we have learned about
Geology of Rocks: Treasures From the Beach and Where They Come From
We enjoy our rocks as we walk along the beaches, pick them up to look at them and often wonder what they are and where they come from. They come
Sand Dollars: More Than Just A Cool Find on the Beach
Sand Dollars (Dendraster excentricus) are one of the coolest creatures that you can find on our beautiful ocean beaches. While you might think of them
The Truth About Petrified Lightning
Photo by Felix Mittermeier on Unsplash In ancient Greece, it was believed that Zeus would hurl lightning bolts down onto the earth, leaving behind
The North Pacific Gyre, or How Ebisu Came to Ocean Shores
If you’ve been to the center, you’ve probably seen the wooden Ebisu statue. The Japanese God of Fortune currently resides in our beachcombing exhibit,
Beachcombing in Ocean Shores
Are you looking for a fun activity you can do with your family or small social bubble this holiday season? Well, if the weather isn't too horrible,