A certified Master Composter and soil science professor, Dan Franek uses his own urine to fertilize compost. Pamela Cragin discusses compost with Franek and it helps the community save money at the dump and wastewater treatment plant.

The YMCA organization serves multiple purposes within a local community, from offering recreational sports to housing. Jim Chilsen speaks with patrons and residents of the Portland YMCA to discuss programs and activities related to recreation and social services.

Salt editor Samuel A. Eliot informs readers that Salt will be returning to a small 64 page magazine.

When most people speak to their pets they may not actually expect to communicate with them, but for the women who run Animal Talk, their experience is the exact opposite. Claire Bolding speaks to three women who communicate with animals and discusses their experiences.

Paul Harrison highlights the work of groundfisherman in Maine, documenting their histories, daily lives, and the groundfishing industry.

Jacqueline Shine discusses the work of Portland West, a non-profit that offers community outreach to assist individuals with affordable housing. Shine speaks to Liza Richardson about her experiences placing tenants, affordable housing, and Portland West.

Readers write in response to the Salt Book.

Luke Snyder highlights the life of Jordan Kratz, a Jewish punk rocker. Snyder discusses Kratz's punk rock lifestyle, interest in science fiction, and living with Hepatitis C.

At the B&M Beans plant in Portland, almost a million cans of baked beans leave each week. Heather Coleman captures the day-to-day life of the "family" of bean factory workers.

Andrea Silenzi highlights the final weeks of Laurie Williams, a woman who suffers from Lou Gehrig's Disease, and considers herself to be a witch. Emily Bender captures the final days of Williams' life.

Like all collectibles, people have stories as well. Victoria Gannon discusses the lives of individuals who sell items at the flea market. Gannon learns about the second hand culture and philosophies.

Pamela Wood recounts 10 years of work and progress that Salt students have done.