Mom Fined $89 Thousand After Kids Collect Clams Instead Of Seashells
A family outing to California’s “Clam Capital of the World” in Pismo Beach proved to be an expensive lesson when Charlotte Russ’s kids innocently collected 72 clams, mistaking them for seashells. The…
A family outing to California's "Clam Capital of the World" in Pismo Beach proved to be an expensive lesson when Charlotte Russ's kids innocently collected 72 clams, mistaking them for seashells. The problem was that the family didn’t have a fishing license so this little “whoopsie” resulted in an initial $89-thousand fine from wildlife officials according to ABC7.
Though the staggering penalty was later reduced to $500, the mother of five lamented that the ordeal "ruined our trip" yet taught her children to respect wildlife regulations. Making light of the harmless mix-up, Russ commemorated her "win" with a shellfish tattoo, acknowledging the "unforgettable" and expensive trip.
I don't like this story! I mean come on it was an honest mistake by her kids! It's not like they were poachers! I mean clams look just like shells. I'm glad they lowered the fine, but they could've used the clams for a clam bake. Money raised could be used to pay her fine haha!
6 Classic Summer Cocktails Everyone Should Know How to Make
Summer is in full swing! With the July 4th holiday just days away, now felt like an appropriate time to make sure your summer cocktail game is up to snuff.
Whether you find yourself road tripping in an RV, heading to a cabin or hosting a BBQ in your backyard, you should know how to make these six classic summer cocktails.
Margarita
Teri Virbickis/Shutterstock.comWaste away with five simple ingredients: Tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, ice and kosher salt. Don't waste your time with sour mix.
Negroni
Micaela Fiorellini/Shutterstock.comThe Negroni is equal parts London dry gin, Campari and vermouth rosso, and it's equal parts satisfying and refreshing.
Pina Colada
Liliya Kandrashevich/Shutterstock.comRum, pineapple juice, coconut cream and ice all blended together, the Pina Colada is an island paradise in a glass, regardless of whether or not you enjoy getting caught in the rain.
Mai Tai
Brent Hofacker/Shutterstock.comYou could serve this tropical delight in a tiki-style glass, but a standard large Collins glass is just as fun with this dark rum-based cocktail.
Paloma
iuliia_n/Shutterstock.comThe Paloma has had a bit of a resurgence, and it's understandable why. Tequila, lime juice, and grapefruit soda on the rocks? What's not to love?
Hurricane
Brent Hofacker/Shutterstock.comSaving the sweetest for last. A Hurricane is like dessert in a glass! Created in New Orleans, this dark rum, passion fruit syrup and lemon juice cocktail is traditionally garnished with an orange slice and a maraschino cherry. Laissez le bon temps rouler, indeed!
