Developers left the grave where it was, and thus the pavement on Canova Drive is split, leaving the grave in the middle of the street. The rich history of Southeast Volusia, especially New Smyrna, makes it Florida's third most important historical area. Many changes have taken place over the years, some good, some bad. Hopefully an attitude of historic preservation will prevail and children will be raised to safeguard these relics of the past, preserving them for future generations. A look to the past often holds lessons for the future.
S aving sea turtles is a preservation effort for the future.
Once an important food source, they are a protected species today. Turtle walk programs are so popular that participation for this Canaveral National Seashore summer event is limited. Advance reservations are mandatory.