Highlights from the 59th Conch Shell Blowing Contest, better known as "The Conch Honk," held March 4, 2023 in Key West. The men’s division winner was Brian Cardis of Macon, Georgia, who tooted an excerpt from Jimmy Buffett’s hit, “Fins.” Carol Whiteley of Ontario, Canada, blew a long sturdy blast on her shell to take the women’s division title. The quirky contest is staged each year at the Oldest House & Gardens Key West by the Old Island Restoration Foundation. #keywest #floridakeys #jimmybuffe

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Blowing a conch shell in Hawaii isn’t just for show, it’s called the Pū, and it’s deeply sacred. In ancient times, Hawaiians used it to send messages between land and sea, start ceremonies, or even call to the gods. Today, it’s still used at sunset to give thanks and connect with the spirit world. When this man blew the conch and a whale appeared… it felt like something more. Whales in Hawaii are seen as spiritual guardians, so moments like this feel powerful, even magical. Nature listens when w

Queen conch transformation😍🧼✨ I found this shell empty in southeast Florida. #conchshell #beforeandafter #shellcleaning | Let's Go Shelling

15K views · 4.8K reactions | What is a Conch shell?  While shelling in Florida, you can find lots of seashells, but they are not all Conch shells !  So why do people call them conchs in the beach combing community? Watch to learn more  #conchshell #mollusk #seashells #floridashelling #beachcombingfinds #hermitcrabs #ethicalshelling #shelllover #seashelllover #Conch | The Seashell Mermaid | Facebook

1.6K views · 14 reactions | The blowing of the conch shell holds a special significance️ Let Dwight take you on a journey as he explains some of the cultural traditions behind this practice. See this in person on our Adventure Sunset Sail  #ConchShellBlowing #conchshell | Kai Kanani Sailing | Facebook