The tradition of blowing a conch shell in the #FloridaKeys began centuries ago. In the 1800s, when the local economy was largely based on salvaging cargoes from ships wrecked on the nearby reef, sailors attracted attention by blowing piercing blasts on the shell. Here, #KeyWest conch Clinton Curry offers conch shell blowing tips for aspiring "pucker pros." Try it! Post your conch honk videos to your Instagram page, for entry in the #flkeysathomechallenge https://a.pgtb.me/BpKFqM | The Florida Ke

In the U.S. Virgin Islands the blowing of a conch shell is a symbol of freedom! We thank our cultural icons for preserving this tradition and teaching Virgin Islanders and visitors this skill which plays a significant role in our history. #WorldTourismDay2020 #USVICulture #ConchShellBlowing | United States Virgin Islands