The Water Witch and Beach Witchcraft:

A Water Witch is a practitioner of witchcraft who specializes in working with the energy and magic of water. They draw upon the natural power of oceans, rivers, lakes, and rain to perform their spells and rituals. 

Water Witches often focus on healing, intuition, and emotional balance, using tools like seashells, driftwood, and water collected under the moonlight. Their practices may include scrying (divination using water), creating sacred water for blessings, and invoking water spirits.

By harnessing the fluid and transformative nature of water, Water Witches connect deeply with the ebb and flow of life, finding strength and guidance in its ever-changing currents.

Of course, you don't need to identify as a water witch to add water magic into your practice.   Incorporating water into your witchcraft can deeply enrich your spiritual practice. Water, with its fluidity and cleansing properties, offers a profound connection to emotions, intuition, and the cycles of nature.

Summer is the perfect time to explore water magic by visiting local beaches and bodies of water. Take advantage of the season by gathering seashells, sand, or water to incorporate into your spells and offerings.  Embracing water magic during the summer months can amplify your spiritual experiences and foster a deeper connection with the elements and the cycles of nature.

Here are a few ways you can harness the powerful energy of the beach:

• Water: Collect sea water in a jar for use in rituals to purify your space, charge crystals, or anoint your tools. River water can be used in rituals for clearing and aiding movement.

• Sand: Sand represents the grounding and stabilizing aspects of the earth. Use it to create sacred circles, or as an offering in rituals.

• Sand Sigils: Draw symbols or sigils in the sand to set your intentions. As the tide comes in, visualize your desires being carried out into the water, letting the waves amplify your spell.

• Shells and Driftwood: These treasures carry the stories and energies of the water. Shells can be used as charms and altar decorations. Driftwood, shaped by water and time, is perfect for crafting wands. 

• Shell Divination: Collect a variety of shells and use them for divination. Assign meanings to different types and sizes of shells, then cast them onto the sand and interpret the patterns and messages.

• Beach Altars: Create a temporary altar using found objects like shells, driftwood, and seaweed. Use this sacred space to perform rituals, leave offerings, or simply connect with the natural energies of the beach.

Whether you are casting spells, meditating by the shoreline, or gathering treasures for your altar, the beach provides a sacred space for transformation and renewal. So, on your next beach adventure, let your intuition guide you, and take in the magic all around.