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LIFESTYLE LETTER

APRIL 2019 PUBLISHER

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THIS MONTH AT COCOA BEACH LIFESTYLE, WE BRING YOU OUR ECO ISSUE IN HONOR OF EARTH DAY ON APRIL 22. Inspired by the infinite beauty of the earth—and our desire to preserve and protect it—our feature this month is on the Sea Turtle Preservation Society, which helps our sea turtles survive. In addition, check out our article on Marker 24, a beautiful new waterfront community. We hope the stories in these pages invoke feelings of gratitude for the wonderful world we live in—and the wonderful people in our community who strive to sustain it. We encourage you to shop at the local farmers market and support local growers, visit local businesses who create eco-friendly products or even just start recycling. Not sure where to start? When you’ve finished enjoying this issue, we encourage

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INSIDE THE ISSUE APRIL 2019

FEATURES 12 Marker 24, a Boaterâ€™s Paradise Energy Efficiency, Waterfront Views and Private Slips in This Luxury Community

16 The Sea Turtle Preservation Society Take Pictures and Leave Only Footprints

22 Offset Taxes with Retirement Account Contributions Consider Using Tax-Advantaged Accounts to Help Lower Your Tax Bill

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26 Going Green Reuse Your Way to Sustainable Living

22 DEPARTMENTS 4

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(CON TI N U ED)

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THE SEA TURTLE P R ES ERVAT I O N SOCIETY HELPING SE A TURTLES SURVIVE TAKE PICTURES AND LEAVE ONLY FOOTPRINTS: RULES TO LIVE BY ARTICLE REBECCA WEST PHOTOGRAPHY HASSAN PATTERSON

DECIDING WHO OR WHAT CAUSES TO SUPPORT IS TRICKY BECAUSE IT'S SO HARD TO TELL WHERE/WHAT YOUR DOLLARS OR DONATED ITEMS ARE GOING TO. This leaves a lot of people hesitant to get involved within those parameters, preferring instead to volunteer. Residents of Brevard County have alternatives, though, with local organizations that are making a difference right here on the Space Coast. One that comes to mind immediately is the Sea Turtle Preservation Society, where your donations and your time are both spent helping Mother Nature's more vulnerable creatures. Sea turtles and other aquatic life are increasingly in need of human intervention, and ironically that need stems from humans themselves. The truth of the matter is large numbers of rescues occur as a result of littering and pollution, with plastics and chemicals having a significant impact. That's why supporting groups like STPS is so important. 16

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FU N D I N G There are a number of ways you can help, like through the Adopt a Sea Turtle program, but funding for the group's efforts comes in many forms. For instance, memorial donations from estates and monies brought in through various events, store sales and STPS membership fees all go toward operating expenses. There's even a signature donation where you can be more specific with the direction of your funds. Regardless of where it comes from, the bottom line is keeping everything going.

O PER AT I N G

COS T S

Expenses for STPS include first responders for sea turtle injuries and deaths; the upkeep of two rescue vehicles, one in Indialantic and one in Port Canaveral; and costs associated with transport from beaches to rehab centers in places like Orlando Sea World, Volusia and Boca Raton. In 2018, organization members put on more than 17,000 miles in transports rescuing and releasing turtles of all sizes. The association spends countless hours and monies to educate the public by attending events, school programs and conducting turtle education classes and programs offered at their education center.

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PRO G R A MS

Another way your support is making a difference is through a program started six years ago when STPS partnered with the Brevard Zoo to create the Sea Turtle Healing Center. So far, the STPS has been able to contribute $25,000 each year to the invaluable center. There's also a satellite tracking program with UCF they help fund which allows the monitoring of nests and the turtles' movements.

SE A T U RT L E N ES T I N G H A B I T S

M A I N TA I N I N G A PR ESEN CE

Speaking of nests, according to Dave Cheney—director of

In order to keep funding and volunteers rolling in,

Marketing & Public Relations, director of STERP and the FWC

it's important for the STPS to maintain a high pres-

permit holder for Transportation—sea turtles can lay between

ence within the community. These efforts can be seen

four and seven nests a season with anywhere from 80 to 120

via attendance at environmental events, hosting beach

eggs in each nest within only a matter of weeks. That's more

cleanups and education programs for adults and chil-

than 400 eggs, which take 55 to 60 days to hatch, but only one

dren. One of the things STPS encourages the public to

in 1,000 will make it from birth to adulthood.

do in June and July is to go on a guided turtle walk

"When they do hatch, there is a nutritious yolk sac par-

with trained volunteers where they'll view sea turtles at

tially attached to the plastron or breastplate that gives the

close range in a totally non-intrusive way. That means

little guys the extra energy they need to flee the beach and

no flashlights, loud noises, touching or being disruptive.

head out to sea," Dave says.

They've conducted 39 walks attended by a total of 1,200

Interestingly, when turtles lay more than four nests a year, they usually skip nesting the following year.

people, and part of the presentation covers the different species that call Florida home.

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THE SEA TURTLE PRESERVATION SOCIETY

(CON TI N UED)

Dave Cheney

VO LU N T EERS Of the approximately 150 to 160 volunteers, a 2017 report Dave referenced noted 22,000 volunteer hours were logged at 118 events and education outreach programs involving 38,000 people. During that time, they also responded to 245 strandings, which included reports of live and dead turtles. Injuries and deaths are not limited to plastic, fishing nets and chemicals, either. Of course, sea turtles can live to a ripe old age, but causes such as boat strikes and shark attacks also take their toll on numbers.

SE A

T U RT L E

SPECI ES

Brevard County is the largest nesting area in the state,

Leatherbacks are larger, dive deeper, travel farther and tolerate colder waters than any other sea turtle. Most average 6 feet in length and weigh from 500 to 1,500 pounds, but the largest leatherback on record was nearly 10 feet long and weighed more than 2,000 pounds. Number of nests in Brevard in 2017: 59

S E R P

E A T U RT L E M ERG EN CY ESCU E RO G R A M Dave,

who

has

been

DETAILS 111 South Miramar Ave., work-

with three of the seven sea turtle species laying eggs on

ing with the STPS for 11 years now

our shores. The most common is the loggerhead, followed

and in charge of STERP, the Sea

by the green and then a handful of leatherbacks.

Turtle Emergency Rescue Program,

Loggerheads have massive, block-like heads and are among the larger sea turtles with adults weighing an average

for eight, had some tips to share for making a positive impact.

of 275 pounds and a shell length of about 3 feet. Equipped

"I always say 'take pictures and

with powerful jaws, they are slow but strong with consider-

leave only footprints,' but there are

able stamina. Number of nests in Brevard in 2017: 23,377

a number of ways citizens can help

Indialantic 321.6761701 SeaTurtleSpaceCoast.org Sea Turtle Emergency Hotline: 321.206.0646

Green turtles, named for their green body fat, weigh,

make a difference. Trash is obviously

on average, 350 pounds and carry an oval-shaped upper

one of them, and plastic straws have

shell of approximately 3.3 feet in length. Previously listed as

gained a lot of attention lately, but plastic or foil balloons are

threatened, their numbers are bouncing back after conser-

also an issue. Remnants of rubber balloons could still pose

vation efforts. Number of nests in Brevard in 2017: 25,891

a threat, but there's been an increase in the others, and we

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recommend people not let them go, especially on the beach. As far as straws, the Port has begun a no plastic straws campaign, and our store now sells reusable stainless steel straws to the public."

S T PS

S TO R E

If you're not acquainted with their store, located in Indialantic on A1A, it has a lot to offer and makes a nice stop for nature and sea life lovers or families with kids. Besides smart alternatives to plastic straws, visitors will find large replicas of sea turtles and other beachy items, plus T-shirts for their Turtle Crawl fundraiser and 5K held each September. Accordingly, sales go to support the program.

DO N AT I O NS It's worth mentioning that the STPS also accepts donations besides money. For instance, they could really use a small boat up at the Port to support their efforts, and they've only got the two trucks, but the group is grateful for whatever the public can give. For more information on any of the topics covered here, you can refer to the contact information.

SEA TURTLES AND OTHER AQUATIC LIFE ARE INCREASINGLY IN NEED OF HUMAN INTERVENTION, AND IRONICALLY THAT NEED STEMS FROM HUMANS THEMSELVES.

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Cocoa Beach Lifestyle | April 2019

REDUCE /// REUSE /// RECYCLE

ARTICLE NICOLETTE MARTIN

ST R AWS

T R E AT YO U R S E L F TO A N

Extraordinary Experience Individually appointed ocean front and pool side rooms from traditional to contemporary await you as you cross the threshold and step into a tranquil, idyllic environment worlds apart from the ordinary. Our guests enjoy the finest in oceanfront comfort in a European-styled hotel. Enjoy a freshbaked breakfast and wine and cheese social every evening. Conveniently located on Ocean Beach Blvd. close to shopping, restaurants, and night life.

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Easter Sunday CELEBRATE

Share Easter Sunday Brunch with the Flavour family while enjoying complimentary Mimosas 11am-3pm.

Visit FlavourKitchenCB.com for menu details.

join us..

FOR COMPL IMEN TA RY MIMOS A S 11AM - 3PM

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