Reel Kind Fishing and Tours

If you’re thinking of #shelling now is the time! It has been fire!🔥 Let’s play eye spy with the #shells tell us, what did we miss that you see ! Book your low tide tour with Reel Kind Fishing and Tours for a shelltastic adventure! **#shell #shelling #seashell #tours #swfl #beachcombing #travelflorida #vacation #funinthesun #coolthings #memorymaker #ecotour #ecotourism Video taken by valued team member Capt Jesse.

Yesterday’s shelling was amazing, especially for Carolyn Landreau and family. This is one trip they won’t forget!**#shell #amazingday #unforgettable #vacationmemory #oneforthebooks #familytrip #familyvacation #summervacation #shell #shellingtours #shellingtrip #reelkindfishingandtours #bestshelltrip #marcoisland #florida #naples #floridahorseconch #stateshell #outdoorfun #mustdo Video takne by Team Member Capt Jesse

Now these are some beefy shells!! A sweet Banded Tulip and substantial Apple Murex. Notice how you have to move slow because sometimes they are buried halfway and on a low tide you can spot them.**#beefy #shells #bandedtulip #applemurex #favoriteshells #shelling #seashells #shell #loveshells #marcoisland #naplesfl #summerfun #summertime #summer #summervibes #beautifuldestinations #texture #swfl #oceanlife #reels Video taken by Team Member Capt Colt

Now this is how Reel Kind Fishing and Tours, show our customers a good time and know our low TIDES!!**#doitright #shells #shelling #seashells #alphabetcones #cones #colorvariation #shadesofcolor #marcoisland #aftertherain #knowyourstuff #marcoisland #marcoislandflorida #naplesflorida #sanibel #bonitasprings #ftmyers #oceanlover #treasure #shellhunting #funday #floridavacation #vacation #summervacation #summerfunVideo taken by Team Member Capt Colt with Nahrwold Family’s prize finds.

What a shame if you missed out on a shelling trip today, the storms are rolling in some great shells in an abundance. It was a great day for our group(s)!If you’re interested, give us a call 239-249-9878 .**#shells #shelling #seashells #beachcombing #lovefl #loveflorida #afterthestorm #rollingin #shellhunt #itson #summerstorm #summervacation #vacation #dontmissout #travel #safetyfirst #whataday Video taken by Team Member Capt Colt

Today was a good shell day! Would you have seen this guy or would you have walked right by it thinking it was a leaf? True Tulip**#afterthestorm #shell #shelling #seashells #tours #florida #marcoisland #naplesflorida #beach #cloudyday #beach #tours Video taken by Team Member Capt Colt

Nice juvenile Florida Horse conch, one of the best souvenirs.**#horseconch #florida #shell #shells #swfl #loveflorida #beachcomb #collect #saltwater #shelling #tour Video taken by Team Member Capt Colt

Now you see it… now you don’t. Make sure if you spot it you grab it! * * #easycomeeasygo #shells #seashells #swfl #summertime #summervacation #beachlover #beachday #lovetheocean #seatreasure #oceantreasures #reelkindfishingandtours #whelk #colorful Video taken by Team Member Capt Ryan

Huge Apple Murex, perfect condition and color variation. There is no better place to shell in SWFL than the Ten Thousand Islands.**#seashells #loveshells #mothernature #shapes #colors #beachfinds #beachcombers #beach #summerbreak #familyday #familytrip #familyvacation #florida #marcoisland #tours #saltlife #staysalty #exploreVideo taken by Team Member Capt Colt

Chocolate Alphabet Cone, what a find! The water is so clear, and shelling at low tide definitely makes it easier to wade in the water and spot a shell.**#june #shelling #lowtide #shells #alphabetcone #spots #nature #natural #shellhunting #swfl #gulfofmexico #beachcomber #beaching #beachcombingfinds #addictivehobby #hobby #tour #tours #naplesflorida #naplesfl #marcoisland #saltwater #saltlife #mermaid #summervacation #summerishere #schoolsout #summertime Video taken by Team Member Capt Colt

What happened here? Our best guess is a predator attacked this urchin but somehow he survived! He is safely back in the water now. Here are some Urchin facts:1. Urchins live in shallow and deep water2. Spines: Sea urchins’ spines serve multiple purposes, including protection against predators, locomotion, and capturing food particles. These spines are movable and can be quite sharp.3. Feeding: Sea urchins are primarily herbivores, feeding on algae, seaweed, and other plant matter. Some species are omnivorous or carnivorous, consuming small invertebrates and detritus.4. Tube feet: Like other echinoderms, sea urchins possess tube feet, which they use for locomotion, feeding, and respiration. These tube feet are operated by a water vascular system unique to echinoderms.5. Reproduction: Sea urchins reproduce both sexually and asexually. They release eggs and sperm into the water for external fertilization. The fertilized eggs develop into larvae, which undergo metamorphosis to become juvenile sea urchins.6. Defense mechanisms: Besides their spines, some sea urchins have venomous pedicellariae—small pincer-like structures on their body surface that can inject toxins into potential threats.7. Longevity: Depending on the species, sea urchins can live for several years, with some species reaching lifespans of up to 30 years or more.8. Importance in ecosystems: Sea urchins play a crucial role in marine ecosystems by controlling algal populations through grazing. However, overpopulation of sea urchins can lead to ecosystem imbalances, such as the destruction of kelp forests in some regions.9. Regeneration: Sea urchins have remarkable regenerative abilities, capable of regrowing lost spines, tube feet, and even parts of their internal organs.10. No Brain: #Urchins have no brains instead they have a decentralized nervous system called a nerve ring which surrounds their mouth. Their nervous system helps coordinate basic functions like movement, feeding, and response to stimu

Here are ten facts you may not have realized about this amazing species!!1. **Ancient Species:** They’ve been around for over 450 million years, predating dinosaurs.2. **Not Really Crabs:** Despite their name, they’re more closely related to spiders and scorpions than crabs.3. **Blue Blood:** Their blood is copper-based, giving it a blue color. It’s used in medical testing to detect bacteria.4. **Spawning Spectacle:** Every spring, they gather in large numbers on beaches to spawn, creating incredible spectacles.5. **Exoskeletons:** They have a hard exoskeleton that protects their soft bodies, which molt as they grow.6. **Multiple Eyes:** They have ten eyes, including compound and simple eyes, which help them detect movement and light.7. **Feeding Habits:** They primarily feed on mollusks, worms, and other small marine creatures by scavenging along the ocean floor.8. **Important Ecologically:** They play a crucial role in the ecosystem as prey for birds and fish and as scavengers.9. **Conservation Concerns:** Despite their resilience, they face threats from habitat loss, overharvesting for bait, and environmental pollution.10. **Living Fossils:** Often referred to as “living fossils” due to their unchanged appearance over millions of years.Video taken by valued team member Capt Colt #naplesfl#rosemurex#Sanddollar#Swflorida#Shellheaven #marcoislandfl #shellofaday #Shellheaven #seashells #Coolthings#shelltour #shelling #shellingtrip #Reelkindfishingandtours#Marcoislandshelling#Visitflorida#Shellyeah#beachcombing#10000islands#albinoshells#whelks

Important: The Gaudy Nautica, now these are quite common to find year round. I often have customers asking when is the “SEASON” for a certain type of shell, for instance a Junonia. All of the shells out in the Ten Thousand Islands are pretty commonly found year round EXCEPT for the JUNONIA. This particular shell is mostly found in winter months because of the stronger currents/winds. In Florida’s, “summer months” they are really almost never found unless there has been a tropical storm or hurricane and this is because they are a very deep water shell and need those very strong currents to wash then ashore. And ask yourself why are only 1 or 2 companies posting Junonia “finds” on a regular basis year round? All of the shell companies in our area shell the same beaches, there are no secret spots, the only difference is the sheller. If it’s not the season or right conditions, they just AREN’T found naturally.**#educateyourself #sheller #shells #shelling #florida #honest #seashells #swfl #beaches #ocean #gulfofmexico #junonia #shelltour #shellingtours #lovetheoutdoors #beachfinds #beachcombing #summerfun #summer #summervacation #summerstormVideo taken by Team Member Capt Colt

What a gorgeous souvenir our guest took home, a Florida Horse conch!**#horseconch #florida #swfl #beach #island #vacation #summervacation #springbreak #familyfun #travel #destination #marcoisland #reelkindfishingandtours #lovenature #sanibelguest #naplesguest Video taken by Team Member Capt Colt

Finding one of these Albino Florida Fighting conchs with a purple hue is one of my dreams. They are extremely rare but we are blessed here in the 10,000 Islands to find them occasionally. Many times it’s hard to tell the difference between a sunbleached shell and a true albino shell. The albino shell will have a shiny exterior and deep inside the shell. There will be no sign of Color. If the shell were simply sunbleached you could look deep inside the shell and see it’s former coloring.#shell #albino #beachscene #tropicalisland #vacation #beachcombing #seashells #natureVideo taken by Team Member Capt Colt

This is why we always tell everyone to take their time, and why it’s so important to shell at low tide. So many walked by this beautiful Alphabet Cone, being able to differentiate the colors and shapes takes time and patience but the shells ARE there to be found.**#floridalove #adventuretravel #lifeofadventure #explore #beautifuldestinations #floridatravel #guidedtours #always #shelling #shells #marcoislandflorida #marcoisland #naplesflorida Video taken by Team Member Capt Colt

No matter what anyone says there are always shells to be found out in the 10,000 islands. Some may walk too fast, some may not have the greatest vision, And some may not go during a low , but there are always beautiful shells to be found.#shelling #shells #seashells #tenthousandislands #naplesflorida #coastal #travel #explore #views #applemurex #beautyisintheeyeofthebeholder #beachcombing Video taken by Team Member Capt Colt

This is why it’s so important to shell at low tide. That ditch full of shells would be under 5feet of water at high tide and that #alphabetcone would have never been found. Whenever it’s in your control always try and do your shelling at low tide. It’ll pay off dividends! #seashells🐚 #saltlife#10000islands#lowtide #sanddollars #reelkindfishingandtours #reelkind#vacationflorida #swflorida #marcoislandfl #naplesflorida. Video taken by Team Member Capt Colt

Some quick tips on how to find shells. This is just one of many different techniques but it has always proved effective for me! Good luck out there. Reel Kind has 4 seasons of shelling so it’s never a bad time to reach out! #beachcombingfinds #lowtide #swflorida #shelling #seashells #vacationfl #sanddollar

A beautiful find, thank you Mother Nature!**#junonia #shells #shelling #spots #nature #coastal #beachcombing #vacationmustdo #mustdoVideo taken by Team Member Capt Colt