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2019

Magic Committee Welcome

Southwest Florida is like no other place on earth. The exquisite water, land and
wildlife draw us here year after year. The area’s natural beauty is why many of
us now call Southwest Florida home.
Robin Hamilton, Chair
The Conservancy of Southwest Florida is the region’s leading environmental
champion working to protect our natural treasures. The Conservancy’s
reputation for high-quality, science-based solutions to protect our water, land
Emily Caraco Toni Mueller and wildlife, is why I support this organization.
Bev Cherry Louise Ost
Kim Collins Jane Pearsall After a year of toxic algae and red tide devastating our beaches, we all
Susan Dalton* Candy Raveis appreciate the value of clean, healthy water. We were reminded just how
Kimberly Darr Susan Regenstein essential clean water is to our local economy and our quality of life. During a
time of crisis, the Conservancy’s team took the lead, addressing the issues with
Linda Diaz Katrina Reusche meaningful and thoughtful solutions. I applaud the Conservancy’s leadership,
Carol Dinardo* Marie Rubenstein on behalf of all in our community.
Kerry Edwards Wynnel Schrenk
Annelise Gerry Sue Schulte This year, I am honored to serve as the Chair of Magic Under the Mangroves™,
Donna Hall Lynne Shotwell* the Conservancy’s signature fundraising gala. As supporters of the
Conservancy and Magic, you are helping to ensure this critical work of
Raynelle Heidrick Jeannie Smith* protecting our region’s water, land, and wildlife continues. Together we can
Meghan Houde Franni Stevens protect our quality of life for future generations to enjoy.
Judith Hushon Patti Swope
Teri Kuhn Sharon von Arx Magic Under the Mangroves™ began as the 40th anniversary celebration
Maureen Lerner* Carol Walter for the Conservancy of Southwest Florida. In 2005, a group of concerned
community leaders created the event to both celebrate and support the
Katrina Lundmark-Kash Cynthia Weston protection of Southwest Florida’s unique, natural assets. This year, we proudly
Diane McGinty Nancy White* celebrate the 15th anniversary of Magic Under the Mangroves™ and the critical
Kristine Meek Barbara Wilson work the event supports.
Thank you for attending Magic Under the Mangroves™. I look forward to
celebrating with you Thursday, March 7 at the Conservancy Nature Center.
*Former Magic Under the Mangroves™ Chair

Robin Hamilton
2019 Event Chair

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