Why do we like the beach so much?

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I get that ports were historically very important and fishing is a source of food but none of that would have been relevant prior to the invention of boats.

I would think tens of thousands of years ago, the beach would be a place with no drinkable water, very little options for shelter, and very little options for food, yet we are drawn to it… why?

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There is HEAPS of food on a beach, even if you don’t have access to a boat. Shellfish and crustaceans from rockpools (you can also use the shells as tools when you’re done) many seaweeds and coastal plants are edible, seabirds and their eggs…

Plus salt, which is absolutely key to preserving any OTHER food you’ve got.

You’re not thinking enough like a caveman.

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