British Columbia, Canadian Pacific Northwest

Oregon Triton Yes, there are shells to be found in this beautiful country; one group found over 75 species!

We will start in Seattle, and take the ferry to Victoria, on Vancouver Island. Tides will be astoundingly low and the air temperature comfortably cool. Shelling will be on mud and grass flats, rocky shores and beaches, wading up to your knees.


Date: July 1-8, 2012 Leafy Hornmouth
For: Waders and beachcombers
Cost: $1350
Includes:
  • Transportation from Seattle
  • Accommodations (double occupancy)
  • Fees, tolls, tips
  • Guide
  • Not included: Flight to Seattle, Meals
  • Passport required!
    • Deposit:
  • $350 with reservation
  • balance due six weeks prior to trip.
  • Reservation Form

    • More about the Pacific Northwest

    Tonicella lineata The Pacific Northwest is truly the Land of Chitons, sporting many beautiful and varied species, from tiny ones to the largest in the world, the "Gumboot" Chiton, reaching over a foot in length in life. But there aren't just chitons: there are lovely murex, purple top shells, hairy Oregon tritons, pure white epitoniums, fist-sized moon snails, bivalves and many, many more species to be found.

    The best shelling is right in Victoria, on the breakwater. It's slippery, but there are flat rocks that shelter many species of shells. From Victoria we'll go west and then north to explore beaches and bays for a variety of specimens.

    Ready to go? Fill out the reservation form and send a deposit. I will send a list of items to bring about 6 weeks before the trip. You'll need a passport to enter Canada.