Along the coasts of the United States, the U.S. Coast Guard enforces maritime law and provides safety for people out on the waters. Alexander Cohn captures images of the Coast Guard at Southwest Harbor.

Margot Downs highlights the stories and activities of serveral community bands, speaking with band members and the community.

Jaime Ogden discusses the life of Jean Demetracopolous, working on a farm, and her Greek heritage.

Pamela Wood speaks to Art Mackay regarding the raising of salmon and how it impacts the economics of Eastport. In the closing paragraphs of the magazine, Pamela Wood recounts the current situation in Eastport, and how there is promise for the town.

Listing of Salt production staff, contributors, and faculty.

Readers write in response to the work Salt has done.

After losing her husband to ALS, Joan Uraneck began to redefine her sense of spirituality but experiences the struggles of being a widow in our recent culture. Anna Clarke highlights Uraneck's life with her husband, dealing with ALS, and coping with his death.

A member of the Green Party, Pat LaMarche shows pride when she mentions that she once ran for Vice-President of the United States. Beatrice Marovich discusses the life of LaMarche, covering her early life and political career.

List of back issues and books from Salt.

Table of contents for May 1988 Salt Magazine.

Advertisement page for serveral different businesses.

Staff, contributors, trustees, and academic board members are listed.