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Beachcombing

Have you ever been to the beach and looked for cool things like pretty shells or shiny stones on the sand? That's called beachcombing.

When people go beachcombing, they walk along the beach and look for interesting things that have washed up from the ocean. Sometimes people find things like seashells, driftwood, and even pieces of old shipwrecks.

Beachcombers have to be careful not to take anything that's still alive, like crabs or sea stars, because those things need to stay in the ocean. It's also important to make sure not to disturb any sea turtle nests or other important things on the beach.

Beachcombing is not only fun, but it also helps us learn more about the ocean and the creatures that call it home. So the next time you're at the beach, take a closer look at the sand and see what treasures you can find!
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