Martin County is home to one of the most bio-diverse lagoon ecosystems in the entire Northern Hemisphere. Perfectly positioned in Martin County between the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian River, the St. Lucie Estuary is the ecological jewel of the Treasure Coast. Comprised of mangrove forests, grass flats, and lively coral reef systems, the St. Lucie Estuary’s clean water is central to the health and well-being of the surrounding Treasure Coast communities. That’s why Storie’s waterways are planned to filter 500 million gallons of water every year before it reaches the headwaters of the South Fork.
was a governing board member of the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD), overseeing numerous projects designed to restore the Everglades and St. Lucie Estuary. Her blog educates thousands of subscribers statewide on the importance of preserving and protecting the environment.
a representative for the Treasure Coast region, has expanded the state’s original Land and Water Conservation Fund to include projects specifically related to water quality improvements. Stormwater system rehabilitations and water infrastructure projects have helped protect and preserve our estuaries.
CAPTAINS FOR CLEAR WATER
educates and inspires citizens to speak up for our water quality. This grassroots organization of local fishing guides has pressured local and federal governments to speed up their conservancy timelines and hold polluters accountable for toxic waste.
focuses specifically on youth education, empowering children to advocate for change, protect the environment, and help preserve Martin County’s rivers and waterways.
