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Where can I meet other beachcombers and learn more about beachcombing?

July 28, 2009 by Beach Chair Scientist Leave a Comment

At the International Beachcombing Conference from November 7-9, 2009 in Annapolis, MD. The conference brings together experienced and novice beachcombers to discuss what factors are affecting the beachcombing experience. The conference is held at the Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s LEED certified Phillip Merrill Environmental Center and is sponsored by The Society for Ocean Sciences, The Chesapeake Bay Foundation and The Consummate Beachcomber.

The website for the conference is constantly being updated so check back at http://www.beachcombingconference.com/Overview.html#Questions for all the latest information.

Do you have another great question? Check out www.beachchairscientist.com and let us know what you always ponder while digging your toes in the sand or e-mail beachchairscientist@gmail.com.

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