As building blocks go, pancakes fall low on the list. But a successful sand castle, I learned, starts with pancakes. A tall stack. Turns out those plastic molds I had packed with sand — only to dump ...

When we think of the word sustainability, we typically picture forests, climate or wildlife. We’re keenly aware of the need to manage these natural resources wisely if we expect them to last. We ...

Janel Hawkins spends hours building intricate structures — and destroys them not long after. Such is the life of a professional sand castle builder. As the owner of Sand Castle University, she spends ...

Unfortunately, sand sculpture enthusiasts will have to wait until 2025 for the next competition. This year’s event, originally scheduled for Aug. 3, was canceled due to “logistical challenges and a ...

It wouldn’t be summer if sand sculptors of all ages weren’t competing along Revere Beach. Massachusetts fire chief facing heat after his private company received $5M+ in town contracts ...