Sand-tastic sculptures at Jersey shore sand castle contest

BRIGANTINE, N.J. -- People put their sand-sculpting skills on the line at an annual competition in Brigantine Saturday.

More than 50 people took part in the 7th Annual Ashore Realty Amateur Sand Castle Building Contest.

The sculptures ranged from sand castles to mermaids to boats.

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More than 50 people took part in the 7th Annual Ashore Realty Amateur Sand Castle Building Contest in Brigantine, New Jersey on July 30, 2016.

Trophies, prizes and ribbons were awarded to the first, second and third place sculptures in four categories: 7 and under; 8 to 12; 13 and up; and family category.