Hang a shell, Take a shell

Our shell tree is a little reminder that joy is something we can share. Each shell carries a smile, a wish, or a piece of someone’s day left behind for the next person to discover. Hang a shell, take a shell, and let the simple beauty of nature connect us. It's about small acts of kindness one shell, one smile at a time.

How You Can Help

- We are looking for volunteers to paint shells. Artists and kids of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

- Help us collect shells on the beach.

- Donate supplies to help local high schools and clubs paint the shells. Acrylic paint markers, nylon string, spray paint...

- Shell drop off and pickup locations in Long Beach and Kings Park.

Sign Up To Volunteer


Directions To The Tree

Drive to Sunken Meadow State Park

Park at Feild 3 in the far right corner near the hiking trails

Walk over the steel bridge, the tree is located directly next to the wind phone


Get your high school club involved

Local to the area? We are connecting with local enviromental clubs, NHS and anyone else that shares the same passion

Share Your Photos

Tag @LBCleanup to share your photos with the shell tree #SunkenMeadowShellTree