Organizers of Sanibel’s largest public event are gearing up for the surge of shell enthusiasts in March.
The 78th annual Sanibel Shell Festival will attract shellers, crafters and those interested in the popular hobby. The event last year drew thousands, many from outside the state. It is regarded as the top shell event in the country. Proceeds from exhibitors, sponsors and fees benefit the Sanibel-Captiva Shell Club.
Shelling is second only to stamps in the number of participants, according to Joyce Matthys, the club’s former president. The festival is a year-round effort in which to prepare, she said.
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