Contents

January/February 2008
On the Water


cover Features
Mollusks on the Mend
Local groups work to bring bivalves back to the region’s waterways.
by Karen Nelson

Beneath the Southern Cross
Exploring the Great Barrier Reef is a dream-come-true for any diving enthusiast.
by Glenn V. Ostle

A trip to the Treasure Coast proves that the area is worthy of its name.
by Chelle Koster Walton

Departments
14        Guest Editorial

16        Making Waves
            Celebrating Southwest Floridians

24        Coastal Commerce
            One of Florida’s Best-Kept Secrets
            By Libby Boren McMillan

28        Habitats
            Clamelot in Cedar Key
            By Chelle Koster Walton

32        The Arts
            Catching the Wind
            By Ann Marie O’Phelan

36        Profile
            Chairman of the Board
            By Beth Luberecki

40        Explorer
            Courageous Galveston
            By Libby Boren McMillan

44        Outdoors
            Think Outside the Car
            By Chelle Koster Walton

48        Getaways
            Vancouver, British Columbia
            By Cristina Barone

70        Finds
            Ready to Hit the Beach
            By Julie Clay

72        To Your Health
            Safe and Sound
            By Beth Luberecki

76        Culturally
            Notes About Your Community

80        Calendar
            Where to Go & What to Do

88        Cuisine
            Pier Pleasure
            By Chelle Koster Walton

92        Cuisine
            Mission Lobster
            By Chelle Koster Walton

96        Epicurious
            A Guide to Dining in SW Florida

110      Gulf Coast Grins / The Scene

112      Island Journal / The Scene