The Quest Goals

Beaches and oceans are a way of life for Florida communities. When beaches and oceans become contaminated - communities and marine wildlife suffer. Through education, participation and appreciation, the preservation goals of Florida's coastal and ocean heritage can be advanced, leaving a legacy of clean beaches and oceans for all to enjoy. In some case, appreciation is not achievable for families and children stricken with severe medical conditions. Programs that target their needs are essential to bridging the coastal and ocean appreciation gap.

In partnership with the Children's Cancer Center and the Florida Aquarium and under the Aqua/Eco-Kites program, activities will be funded and created targeting the families of the cancer center. Our hope is to bring the ocean, star fishes and sand castles and provide a lifting spirit through coastal and ocean appreciation. From the 2007 funds, two camps were created, the Sickle Cell Camp and the Oncology Camp. Both are summer camps to be held at the Florida Aquarium in 2008.

The Krewe of the Nautilus is a not for-profit 501(c)(3) whose mission is to promote Florida environmental awareness and conservation through education, charity and community service. www.nautiluskrewe.com .

The Children's Cancer Center is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) dedicated to providing children who have cancer or chronic blood disorders with the educational, emotional and financial support necessary to cope with their life-threatening illnesses. www.childrenscancenter.org

The Florida Aquarium, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit dedicated to public entertainment, education and conservation, whose mission is to entertain, educate and inspire stewardship about our natural environment. www.flaquarium.org .