I'll check that one out too, Mike. I generally prefer Peterson's guides, but it never hurts to have a second guide.
Ditto. I feel that I learned nothing the year I used the Audubon guides; they would be good for the archaic Homo sapien or a toddler (the whole point and match up a picture game). A year later I discovered the Peterson's guides (they taught me families, nomenclature, and tons of other information) and for that I am grateful. On the contrary, I am glad I have the majority of the Audubon guides (it never hurts to be able to match a real-life image, like you said Nathan).
Good luck sampling on your vacation, I have heard that Ocracoke Beach is one of the best shelling locations in the United States. One question, is it over-populated? That has always driven me away from beaches in the summertime.
Blake