Monday, July 12, 2004

RACINE, Wis - Pacific Sands, Inc. (OTCBB: PFSD) announced that the company has named M. R. Rauscher to the Board of Directors.

Rauscher (41) has an extensive background in sales, marketing, customer support, and product development, and is currently a technical marketing executive "Fortune 10" chemical company.

"I am thrilled by the opportunity and the potential inherent in Pacific Sands." Mr. Rauscher stated. "Pacific Sands products fill a unique and desirable niche in the pool and spa products industry. Our new business direction, leadership, and strategy are exactly what are needed to complement the existing product line and customer base."

Mr. Rauscher provided transitional financing to the company. He will also act as the company’s recording secretary.

Pacific Sands President, Michael Wynhoff added that continuing updates on the status of company operations, manufacturing capacity, sales and marketing campaigns and an update on the terms of the recent change in management will continue over the next several weeks.

About Pacific Sands
Pacific Sands, Inc. develops manufactures and markets environmentally safe, nontoxic cleaning and water treatment solutions for industrial, and consumer products. Its core, nontoxic products have applications ranging from home spas, pools, cleaning and pet care products to water towers, factory holding ponds and wastewater treatment solutions. Pacific Sands recently moved its operations and manufacturing to Racine, WI.

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CONTACT: Pacific Sands, Inc. (OTCBB: PFSD)
Investor Relations: JT Ploch
608-577-6482
Email: pacificsandsir@charter.net
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