@PhipN FarmGirl ......I think the crickets are just drawn to the sand, not sure why. After dark is when I find them, some are the big camel crickets too, easy to catch.
Where in this world are you located?
Climate, and time of year, is almost always a factor.
Please add your general geographical location to your profile.
It's easy to do, (laptop version shown), then it's always there!